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I wrote about it a couple of weeks back when the word slipped out but today, the NBA confirmed and provided some details on the European tour the Wizards will make next October during the pre-season. They will play the Hornets in Berlin and Barcelona (now that's a road trip a beat man can make!) Gilbert Arenas, Eddie Jordan and NBA commish David Stern talked about the tour on conference calls today and to...Please click on the title to continue reading this entry. [link]

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Eurotrip 2008!
Published 3/27/2008 by Pradamaster <info@bulletsforever.com> at Bullets Forever
It's official: The Wizards are going to do preseason in Europe next year. IC and MJ both confirmed it today.  I find it interesting that Mike decided to ask Gilbert about the trip.  Either Gilbert was just the first person he could find, or he's very sure that Gilbert will be back next year. By the way, anyone here from Wizards Insider, welcome.  We hope you stick around.

For the Bullets, a peek into next season
Published 3/28/2008 by Spence at DC Pro Sports Report -- Sports news, stats and analysis from the capital of the free world
... It appears as if the Washington Bullets will play some 2008 preseason games in Europe against NBA competition. Washington will play the  New Orleans Hornets in Berlin and Barcelona. However, the bigger story for Bullets fans is that Coach Eddie Jordan and Gilbert Arenas spoke as if Gilbert and Antawn Jamison — the team’s two most prominent free agents — will return next season. First, Eddie Jordan: ...

Josh Boone's Numbers BLINK Boldly
Published 3/28/2008 at Fan Voice: Recent Topics in The Court Reporters: The NBA.com Blog
... Marc Iavaroni might be in trouble , and 3 Shades of Blue is now feeling existential . Captain Jack earned his moniker by carrying the offense against Portland . John Hollinger ranks the 30 best active international players , and Chad Ford smiles. The Quickies: Al Jefferson -- Planning to pass . Shawn Marion -- Future King ? Joel Przybilla -- Found feel on his free throws . Nick Young -- Put squarely in his place . Mar 28, 2008 2:09 PM EDT Report Abuse Reply TrackBack URL for this ...

Nick Young Will Be a Rookie Next Season Too
Published 3/30/2008 by Brett Edwards at FanHouse
... this year, and was looking forward to the end of the regular season where he thought his rookie status would be a thing of the past. According to some interesting logic from some of his teammates though, that won't be the case. ...

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