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by Russ Bengtson A comment in another thread (Mutoni’s Dirk Nowitzki one over in ‘News and Rumors’ if you must know) made me think of this, but I thought it deserved its own post. From now on, any veteran who leaves their long-time team to sign with a contender with the sole purpose of seeking a ring (think Karl Malone, Gary Payton, Chris Webber) shall be referred to as ...
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Amber Links Of Grain: Myyy Preciousss …
The Basketball Jones — ... 1. Russ says, “any veteran who leaves their long-time team to sign with a contender with the sole purpose of seeking a ring (think Karl Malone, Gary Payton, Chris Webber) shall be referred to as a ‘Gollum.’ I love it! [SLAM Online] ...

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