Message Board Shuts Down Oden’s *Comeback*

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The 10-man rotation, starring Greg Oden playing pick-up
Published 3/28/2008 at Ball Don't Lie
A look around the league and the web that covers it. It's also important to note that the rotation order and starting nods aren't always listed in order of importance. That's for you, dear reader, to figure out. C: Sports By Brooks. Greg Oden is finally back playing basketball ... at your local gym. PF: Palm Beach Post. This ridiculous Shaq-Riley-Steve Kerr squabble gives me a headache. SF: The Blowtorch. Warriors coach Don Nelson teaches Monta Ellis defense using sign ...

Monday Rundown: Hideki Matsui Is Rather Creepy
Published 3/31/2008 by Anthony Hall at MVN Outsider
... Greg Oden got himself into a bit of trouble with Nate McMillan and the Trail Blazers’ organization when it was discovered that Oden played in pickup basketball games at a Portland fitness club. As it turns out, doctors have only cleared Oden to participate in light drills at team practices. Well, looks like Oden’s gotta adjust to the fact that the NBA is indeed a business, and health matters are thus taken very seriously by teams. This should serve as a solid learning experience for him. ...