“When I left New Zealand, I was too young to vote”
GETTING COMFORTABLE: Tall Black Sean Marks is finally settling down nicely in the US, gaining citizenship last week and a spot on the Phoenix Suns’ NBA roster as the likely backup to one of the league’s … via Stuff
“I don’t think anything is set in stone. But I appreciate the collaboration Commissioner Stern and I have had.”
By Scott Howard-Cooper - showard-cooper@sacbee.com Last Updated 1:37 am PDT Sunday, October 28, 2007 Story appeared in SPORTS section, Page C14 Commissioner David Stern decided that some rules pertaining to … via The Sacramento Bee
Toronto Raptors forward Andrea Bargnani was voted the international player most likely to have a breakout season in 2007-08 in the sixth annual survey of the league’s general managers. via The Toronto Star
NBA.com has released the results of their annual GM survey, and the Pistons are the early favorites to win the Eastern Conference. via Detroit Pistons Full-Court Press - ML…
“If it works out for me in some way, it works out. If it doesn’t, I know I’ll play somewhere.”
Why vote for Pat Burke? “Because frankly, I’m just not that busy right now,” Burke says with a toothy smile. via SF Gate
“So, you are going to rely on your teammates.”
Brevin Knight is receiving a quick reintroduction to the hassles of being a point guard in the Western Conference. via The Orlando Sentinel
“Nobody in that league you cover knows fundamentals except that — what’s his name? — that white player in Phoenix.”
Race not an issue when it comes to MVP voting Posted: Thursday October 18, 2007 12:04PM; Updated: Thursday October 18, 2007 12:56PM Steve Nash won two straight MVP titles in 2005 and 2006, but some wonder if … via SI.com
“First there is Grant the person and the professional. Then you add another guy who can slash, create off the dribble and make plays to set up other people. To add a player like that to this group as a free agent was a major acquisition.”
Jerry Brown , Tribune Many sides of Raja Bell have been on display in his first two years with the Suns. via East Valley Tribune
“Come out and explore the farm. Get in the fall spirit.”
Barbara Yost The Arizona Republic Oct. 4, 2007 11:38 AM When Carrie Schnepf got out her barbecue grill 11 years ago and told some people she was having a chili party, 6,000 guests and a bluegrass band showed … via Arizona Republic
“High energy, high enthusiasm. He’s having fun. Shawn’s a pro. He puts business behind him and just plays. That’s what I admire about what he’s done this week. We need him.”
When Suns Coach Mike D’Antoni is drawing a play and Shawn Marion rushes up to put his arms around teammates Leandro Barbosa and Grant Hill , he does not fit the role that was cast for him last week. via Arizona Republic
“He believes in playing hard in games and getting done what we need to get done. The guys told him, ‘Wait until we get back to Phoenix and we practice hard as hell for a hour and 15 minutes and that’s it.’ He said, ‘Wow!’ “
Paul Coro The Arizona Republic Oct. 4, 2007 12:00 AM TUCSON - When Mike D’Antoni , the Suns coach, designs a training camp structure, he has what D’Antoni, the player, would like in mind. via Arizona Republic
