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This is Not a Cheerleader
This is Not a Cheerleader
Ronny Turiaf has a massive scar -- from open heart surgery -- down the front of his chest. He has heard doctors say terrifying things. He doesn't need a lecture from anyone about the more serious aspects of life. But he's of the opinion -- as am I -- that you can work your tail off, be smart, focused, alert, tough, and a winner while still hooting, hollering, and dancing once in a while. So ...
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Fortunately, NBA games aren't 49 minutes long
Lakers Blog — ... , for the Lakers to hang on. Ronny Turiaf reminded everyone he's more than simply an energy player , hitting some big jumpers early and performing well in the absence of Pau Gasol, while Sasha Vujacic combined a ...

AI BLINKs Back to Brotherly Love
Fan Voice: Recent Topics in The Court Reporters: The NBA.com Blog — ... up a wealth of T.J. analysis. Notably, Chris Bosh (who returns tonight ) has got the faith . Playing alongside a true point for the first time since arriving in Atlanta , Joe Johnson is flashing that franchise player potential , and the team is playing in meaningful late-season games . I Heard on My Stoop that this was an interesting look at the playoffs as character study . (I see how you do, Drew .) Henry Abbott profiles Ronny Turiaf . Michael Tillery catches up with the Sixers and Spurs for ...

Reading is Great! Thursday’s NBA Links
Empty the Bench — ... true? - Basketball Pass - Lakers fans will not find this comparison amusing. At all. - T’Wolves Blog - Not a fan of “tanking,” but wants his favorite team to lose, lose, lose. - You Been Blinded - An athletic underachiever posterizes an athletic bonehead - Magic Basketblog - The Magic would match up well with the Philly 76ers in the playoffs. - TrueHoop - Ronny Turiaf likes to dance, but he’s no cheerleader. - ...

Unsung NBA Player Day: Ronny Turiaf
SportsTsar.com — ... But even the so-called “cheerleading” - attention to which displeases Turiaf - is invaluable. A team shouldn’t take themselves too seriously, and Turiaf helps create a better environment for all. ...

Bring it Back, Turiaf: Asking Ronnie and Crew to Break Out the 'Fros
The Legend of Cecilio Guante — ... While we love his hustle and his story, we'd prefer Ronnie bring back the Zags-days 'do. He would definitely appear even more the wildman hitting the boards with this tremendous accumulation. ...

Player Recaps and Predictions: Ronny Turiaf
Golden State Of Mind — ... but can Thunder do this? Is Ronny Turiaf sane? (via Odenized) This man is going to take Pietrus's role to the extreme.  And no, I'm not talking about walking with the balls off mistakenly, I'm saying this man is going to bring the fire that our team needs for the next year.  4 MILLION DOLLARS worth of intensity. Big ups to this man and overcoming all of his health issues.  He's the definition of a true warrior. Maybe this guy just needs better fans ...

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