Yao Ming Frightened By the Artest Trade
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Tracy McGrady seemed completely ebullient when discussing Houston's trade for Ron Artest on Tuesday night. Via TrueHoop , Houston Chronicle columnist Fran Blinebury got some quotes from Rockets star Yao Ming , who seems quite a wee bit less joyous. "We worry about the new attitude to the team. We are adding talent to the team and we need that, but building team chemistry is important. This is ...
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Ron Artest, On Contract Extensions and What Yao Ming Knows About the Ghetto
Published 7/31/2008 by Tom Ziller at FanHouse
Filed under: Kings, RocketsLike 12 hours after news broke that the Rockets had traded for Ron Artest, our beloved enigma is making waves in the media, responding to some anxious comments from would-be new teammate Yao Ming. Sam Amick of the Sacramento Bee caught up with Ron-Ron this afternoon to talk about the trade and Yao. A couple key excerpts: We've still got to make sure there's still a commitment. That's the main thing, is to make sure there's still a commitment. When I speak to the ...
Top 5 Moves of the Summer (...so far...)
Published 8/1/2008 by allthatjazzbasketball@hotmail.com (Amar) at All That Jazz
... . Artest is an expressive individual who probably can be the best player on this team on any given night. Houston is a lot more dangerous now. This is big news for a team that's had a top 4 record in the Western Conference the last two seasons. I also appreciate how he and Yao are having a verbal fight over the phone and Internet already. This is the omega trade for high risk/high reward. ...
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wcbias posted 7/30/2008 from www.wcbias.com
The trade finally gives Houston a legitimate Big Three in Ron Artest, Tracy McGrady and Yao Ming, and, more importantly, gives the Rockets a much needed defensive presence and a killer mentality. Skip to My Lou helped give the Rockets a new swagger last season, but the Rockets have been known as an otherwise “soft” team in recent years because of Ming’s demeanor and McGrady’s one-dimensional ...Rockets agree to trade for Artest
mad0214 posted 7/30/2008 from mvn.com
Tracy McGrady may have finally found the missing piece to get him and the Rockets past the first round of the playoffs. According to several sources, the Rockets have agreed to trade veteran guard Bobby Jackson, a first round draft pick in 2009 and another player to be named later, likely rookie Donte Greene, to Sacramento in exchange for Ron Artest.This City Just Got a Little Less Zany
Pickaxe And Roll found this 7/30/2008 on www.sactownroyalty.com
I promised I wouldn't cry. There are myriad reasons this is a good trade for the Kings. Yes -- it's a good trade for Houston, Ron-Ron himself, Tracy McGrady, Jonathan Feigen and others. But this is a Kings blog, not a Jonathan Feigen blog, so let's ...Ron Artest … to the Rockets?!
SPORTSbyBROOKS found this 7/30/2008 on slamonline.com
by Marcel Mutoni Well, yes, actually. According to the Houston Chronicle , Tru Warrier’s days as a King are done. Scooch over, T-Mac and Yao, a new headline-grabber is on his way to town: In a stunning move designed to push the Rockets ...
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Ron Artest Fires Back at Yao Ming
Posted 7/31/2008 on Dime Magazine (www.dimemag.com) : Daily NBA News, NBA Trades, NBA Rumors, Basketball Videos, Sneakers
Ron-Ron. Photo. Steve Hill This morning's Smack has Yao Ming's interesting/semi-inflammatory remarks about his new teammate, Ron Artest. A few hours after Yao's quotes broke, the Sacramento Bee got a hold of Ron-Ron for his response: Reached by phone a few hours later, Artest – who had spoken with Rockets shooting guard Tracy McGrady but not Yao [...]Ron Artest reports for a Rocket test
Posted 7/30/2008 on NBA Obsessed - NBA Basketball News
NBA Obsessed takes you into the hit and run game of NBA Basketball. Here Ron Artest thinks he is a Rocket already and leans into take off position It does not take a rocket scientist to tell if Ron Artest at his best will improve the Houston Rockets. He will. Artest wanted to be reunited with Coach Rick Adelman. Rick was his coach in Sacramento when Ron started playing there. ...Ron Artest trade evaluation and a few other NBA thoughts
Posted 7/30/2008 on Double Dribble: Dishing Dimes
I don't know if you all have been keep count, but every team with the exception of the Phoenix, Charlotte, and Oklahoma City have made roster changes this offseason whether it was through a trade or free agency. Phoenix already made their blockbuster move for Shaq and Oklahoma City moved from Seattle (if you want to count that as a move). Can you remember a time when there were this many rosterRon Artest Trade Fallout, Okafor and Deng Get Rich, and Channing Frye is the new Gilbert Arenas
Posted 7/30/2008 on Dime Magazine (www.dimemag.com) : Daily NBA News, NBA Trades, NBA Rumors, Basketball Videos, Sneakers
Ron Artest, Dime #21 The Rockets have been like the Cavs of the West for the last couple of years; maybe they were busting their asses behind the scenes, but on the surface the franchise seemed content with making run after fruitless run with their big-name superstar(s) -- T-Mac and Yao in Houston, LeBron in Cleveland [...]Ron Artest traded to the Houston Rockets!
Posted 7/30/2008 on thehoopdoctors.com
For ten bucks, a slurpee, and a bag of Lay’s Stax July 29, 2008 - Dr. Anklesnap So let the laughter out. That’s right let out a good hearty laugh. I was in the middle of drinking a five alive when I read the news . Liquid came out of my nose. It hurt. Are you kidding me? In yet another ridiculous and unbelievably lopsided trade, the Sacramento Kings decided to move ...Ron Artest Traded to the Houston Rockets
Posted 7/30/2008 on LAKERS4LIFE
Looks like the Sacramento Kings controversial forward Ron Artest is on his way to play alongside Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady in Houston. The Houston Rockets and the Sacramento Kings agreed to a deal that would send small forward Ron Artest to Houston in exchange for former Sacramento King guard Bobby Jackson and draft rights to Donte Green. From the looks of things it seems like the ...Rumors Talk: On Rockets getting Artest
Posted 7/31/2008 on InsideHoops.com's Basketball Blog
I’m picturing the Rockets lineup now of Rafer Alston, Tracy McGrady, Ron Artest, Luis Scola and Yao Ming and love it. That team is worth watching, and on paper, if everything goes according to plan they’re as good as anyone in the West. Of course, what’s on paper doesn’t always translate to reality. I think [...]Is Artest the Answer for the Rockets?
Posted 7/31/2008 on HoopsAvenue
On paper, the Rockets look like championship contenders, but, then again, this is Tracy McGrady’s Rockets and not Hakeem Olajuwon’s. With the addition of Ron Artest yesterday, the Rockets undoubtedly have one of the best trios in the league. Artest-McGrady- Yao , when healthy , probably only falls behind the Celtics trio of Allen - Garnett - Pierce . The Wizards , Lakers , and ...NBA Weekly
Posted 7/31/2008 on Hip 2 Da Game
Ron Artest: After much discussion of Ron Artest possible heading to the Lakers or Pistons, among other teams, the Houston Rockets have a deal in place to acquire Ron Artest for Bobby Jackson, the rights to Donte Greene, and a 1st round draft pick in 2010 . This is a huge deal in my mind for the Rockets, who are one team that certainly needed another wing player to help out Tracy McGrady and ...Will Ron Artest Really Make Houston Legit?
Posted 7/30/2008 on Rumors and Rants
In a word: perhaps. But I'm not totally convinced Ron Artest won't do more harm than good to any team he lands with. There are, however, a few reasons for Rockets fans to feel OK about this trade . 1.) Artest is unquestionably talented, especially on the defensive side of the ball. With him and Tracy McGrady on the wings and Yao Ming's presence around the rim we should be looking at one of ...Ron Artest to Houston?
Posted 7/30/2008 on Green Bandwagon: Front Page Posts
I was working on my preview of the Russian National Team (goes live tomorrow!) when I stumbled upon the news that Ron Artest is headed to Houston . It is not official and won't be for a while because of Donte' Green's rookie contract. However, that doesn't mean I can't have some quick reactions: 1. Artest is only 28. I feel like he's been around forever. 2. On the surface Tracy McGrady is ...Ron Artest = Rocket Man
Posted 7/30/2008 on Intentional Foul
Welcome to Houston, Ron Artest. How does the idea of being in a starting five that includes Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady strike you? From where I’m standing, it looks like you should be ecstatic because now that you’ve been acquired, your new team now has the makings of being one of the brighter spots in an all-ready brilliant Western Conference. By sending Bobby Jackson, next ...Ronnie The Rocket Should Make Things Interesting
Posted 7/30/2008 on Indy Cornrows
As Brent posted in the FanPosts , Ron Artest is reportedly headed to the Houston Rockets to join Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady. Nice. The Rockets were great fun to watch last year, but now they're must see TV. Ronnie enjoyed playing for Rick Adelman the first time around, but they only spent a short time together. I have a feeling Adelman will have a few sleepless nights in his ...Ron Artest is going to Houston; Loser-ville refuses to wait
Posted 7/30/2008 on Juiced Sports Blog*: Writing Enhanced by Flaxseed Oil
A day after unveiling Houston as a candidate in our 16 team Loser-ville field, the Rockets strike a deal to bring Ron Artest to Texas. Apparently word spreads fast! SCOTT JACOBS It only seemed like a matter of time before volatile forward Ron Artest got his wish, and was dealt. But of all the teams previously mentioned (Lakers, Heat, Nuggets), not once do I remember the Rockets coming ...Is It Too Late to Move to Houston?
Posted 7/30/2008 on Straight Bangin'
Well, business just picked up. Wow . I don't even know what to write. I just talked to my dad while in a state of moderate hysteria as we contemplated both Ron joining TMac and Ron playing with Skip. Now they just need a few Riverside Hawks. I don't think Artest is the championship piece Houston has been missing (watch it with those first-round jokes) but I can't think of a team I'll enjoy ...Ron Artest Trade
Posted 7/30/2008 on Daily Basketball
by Paul Gartlan In my opinion, this is a fantastic move for the Rockets. Who knows how Donte Greene was going to develop, and Bobby Jackson only has so much left in his tank. Ron Artest brings that second perimeter threat that Tracy McGrady has been longing for to make that push passed the first round of the playoffs. Houston is now a top 4 team in the West thanks to this trade. They ...Ron Artest to join T-Mac and Yao in Houston
Posted 7/30/2008 on T O N Y B L O G S
The Houston Rockets might be a name to mention when "Western Conference Powers" comes up tomorrow around the water cooler. The Rockets will reportedly acquire Ron Artest from the Kings for Bobby Jackson, a 2009 first-round pick and another player, likely to be Donte Greene. Adding Artest to a team that already features Tracy McGrady and Yao Ming undoubtedly will compete for a Western ...Ron Artest heads to Houston Rockets
Posted 7/30/2008 on SmackCaster SmackBlog
Controversial Ron Artest will be taking his act and game to Houston, where he will be a teammate of Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady if the Rockets keep their roster as is, according to the Houston Chronicle. The Sacramento Kings will get Bobby Jackson, a No. 1 pick in 2009 and an unidentified player in return. If Artest can behave, this is a great move for the Rockets.Piston rumors on Artest seem crazy
Posted 7/28/2008 on NBA Obsessed - NBA Basketball News
NBA Obsessed takes you into the hit and run game of NBA Basketball. Ron Artest says, “You think deal for Ron-Ron is laughable, but it is not!” Ron Artest Now really, after the Malice in the Palace, do you expect Joe Dumars to pick up Ron Artest? Sure enough, a second source close to the Pistons has indicated Detroit is pondering a trade for Ron-Ron. I’m not ...
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Published 7/30/2008 on Bleacher Report - NBA
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As I write this piece, my mouth hangs open and shock has gripped me. I'm not sure how to respond to the Houston Rockets landing Ron Artest in a deal today. The Sacramento Kings get Bobby Jackson and his expiring contract, an unknown player ...Report: Rockets to get Artest in trade
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