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I agree with this roster, although a case could be made for Pierce over Havlicek... Especially that if they're both SF who can play 2, Pierce spent more times at the SG position, as a matter of fact he played SG for the first part of his career (he only definitely became a SF when Ray Allen arrived in the team). It's arguable though. I think too that Havlicek derserves a bit more to be in the lineup though, especially because he had a bit more success than Pierce (both individually and collectively) and he was a better defender than PP. I 100% agree with you there, it's the easiest one to do though as the Bobcats have no history. Here I think that it's too early to put Rose at PG to be honest... I know he's already MVP but he still just haven't done enough to be in a starting lineup of an All Time roster. Especially the way he played in last playoffs... I would put Norm Van Lier instead, certainly the best Bulls PG ever right now and one of the very best defenders of All Time. Though I have no doubt that Rose will be here one day. Also Bob Love was rather a SF. And even if he didn't play in Chicago as long as Grant, I have no doubt that Rodman is the best PF that ever wear a Bulls jersey. Besides it's in Chicago that Rodman had his best years, especially the 96 Finals that even are his career highlights. Besides we know all that he brought to Chicago, it's simple in 95 all the key players of the 96 season were already there and the Bulls lost against Orlando in the second... You just add Rodman to that team and not only they win a ring but they also break the record for most win in a season ever and win two more rings the two following years, becoming the fourth team to ever make a three peat (only the Minneapolis Lakers, Celtics (who won eight in a row) and 91-93 Bulls won three titles in a row before them). Rodman has to be the starting PF. Here I agree with everything except maybe for Johnson. I think I would rather put Bob Dandridge instead. It's arguable though. Both players were terrific and had a great career but Dandridge was a very important player of the only Bucks team to ever win a ring and he was also a better defender. So I'd give the edge to Bob. Honestly Wicks was a very good player but Sheed is the most talented player to ever wear a Blazers jersey (IMO). Not only that but Wicks never even led them to the playoffs while Sheed led them to the playoffs every year he was there, twice in the WCF. And without the miracle at the end of the 2000 game 7 he certainly would have even led them to a ring... There is no doubt in my mind that Sheed has to start at PF. And Petrie was very talented but he didn't achieve enough to be in the starting lineup IMO. Especially that the Blazers didn't do anything with him. Sad for him that he was traded to Atlanta the year the Blazers won their first ring... He never played in Atlanta anyhow as he had to retire because of a bad knee injury. So I would rather put Jim Paxson instead in the lineup. Mmh you got the wrong link there lol. So I don't know what you picked but mine would be : C. Brad Daugherty P.F. Larry Nance S.F. LeBron James S.G. Austin Carr P.G. Mark Price Danny Manning definitely has to be the SF here. Maggette had some nice year but he never was the player that Manning before his knee injury. Manning was a fantastic player. And he even led the Clippers to the playoffs twice in a row, the only time it happened since the Clippers arrived in LA. As for the SG, well I guess that a case could be made for Ron Harper. But I think that Randy Smith was overall a better player. So I guess I agree with that pick but it's definitely arguable. Even if Randolph hasn't played a lot in Memphis I would definitely put him over Abdur-Rahim. Shareef is one of the biggest disappointments ever, he was an alright player but he was no leader material and never did anything with that franchise. While Z Bo changed the Grizzlies. It's first thanks to him that the Grizzlies have been so good these last two couple of years. And his performance in the last playoffs was beyong belief. Definitely the best Grizzlies season ever and by far. So I think that it's plenty enough for him to start at PF. And I think that a case could be made for Mike Miller at SG. But it's arguable. And I'm fine with Battier. Oh and I would pick Jason Williams over Bibby at PG. Bibby was not the player that he became later in Sac Town in his Grizzlies days and Williams stayed longer and had some more succesful years in Memphis. Not to mention that he had the best years of his career as a Grizzlies. Honestly Mutombo has to start here. As good as Willis was, he never had the impact that Mutombo had, especially defensively of course, and Dikembe even had his best years as a Hawk. Just impossible not to pick Deke here. And Maravich should start at SG, Hagan was a fantastic player but he was rather a SF and Pistol Pete was just overall a better player who even revolutionized the game of basketball. It honestly doesn't matter if neither Shaq or Zo were PF, they are CLEARLY the best inside players to ever play in Miami and both have to start in that roster. So I would put Shaq at center (he started to decrease in Miami but still had his last great years as a Heat and has to be in that roster) and Zo at PF instead of Haslem. Zo had the size of a PF and could play PF anyhow. Other than that I agree. No problem there, I 100% with that roster. I agree with you there too. Well if Chambers played more than just two seasons and at least was still at his prime I guess he could have been mentioned over Eaton... But that wasn't the case so Eaton has to be mentioned here indeed. The starting C has to be Jerry Lucas. Lacey was a good player but he wasn't even close to the the great Jerry who even had his best years as a King (or rather a Royals). I personally think that it just doesn't matter if Baylor didn't play enough PF or if Kareem weren't a PF, if they can play PF then they can be mentioned as one. The only thing that matters when you do an All Time roster is that you make sure that you mention the very best players in it. Not at any price of course, there's no way you would mention West as a PF... But Kareem could definitely play PF. So I definitely think that Kareem should be the starting PF here. It's just impossible to skip Kareem of that lineup anyhow, he was clearly by far better than Gasol and just has to start. The lineup could also be Shaq, Kareem or Wilt at center, then Baylor at PF, Kobe at SF (not only can he play SF but he played SF many times during his career, he was even the starting SF in 99, the first time that he became a starter and when Eddie Jones was still in the team), West at SG and Magic at PG but first of all IMO it's just impossible not to mention both Shaq and Kareem in that roster and I think that West would be better of the bench anyhow. West was a pure combo guard he could back up at the same time Magic and Kobe. So the starting lineup definitely has to be : C. Shaquille O'Neal P.F. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar S.F. Elgin Baylor S.G. Kobe Bryant P.G. Earvin "Magic" Johnson Again it doesn't matter if Perkins played more at PF, he could play center, played center many times and so definitely can be mentioned as the starting C. And Tarpley has nothing to do in that roster, neither on the starting lineup or on the bench, he just didn't play enough because of his cocaine problems. Although I agree that in terms of pure talent he's certainly the second best inside player that the Mavs ever had. But he didn't have the career that he was supposed to be and I would even put James Donaldson ahead of him. Anyway Perkins has to start. And I agree with ABL, I think that Harper has to start over Kidd. In terms of pure talent Kidd is the best PG that the Mavs ever had but when he played with that team he was either not his prime yet or past his prime... That's just not enough to be the starting PG. It has to be Derek Harper. Who was a fantastic player, a great defender (and I have to say my favorite PG ever) and as ABL mentioned led the Mavs to a fantastic WCF against the Lakers in 88, they almost beat the Lakers that year. As I already stated all of this doesn't matter IMO, Shaq and Dwight are by far the best inside players that the franchise ever had and both have to start. Besides, even if he never played PF in his NBA days yet, Howard still is first of all a PF (even if he became a true C now). So he definitely can be mentioned at PF. And Shaq has to start at C. Also there's no way that Grant Hill can be mentioned in that roster. Grant almost never played in Orlando because of his injuries. No I would put McGrady at SF. He played and started at SF many time in his Orlando days and in all his career for that matter. And I would put Penny at SG, after Shaq departure Penny played more SG and less PG. He even didn't play PG at all in the last years of his career. And I would put Scott Skyles at PG. He was the first "star" of the franchise and had the best years of his career there. It's also as a Magic, in 1990, that Scott broke the NBA record for most assist in a game ever, with 30 assists. Honestly Billy Paultz had the best years of his career as a Nets but Coleman was just a better player overall. In terms of pure talent he's certainly the best player that the Nets ever had. But sadly never reached his potential... And the Nets were not as successful in the Coleman years as they were during the Erving and Paultz era. So it's arguable. I also thin that a case could be made for Petrovic over Carter. But Drazen didn't play enough in New Jersey though, because of that terrible car accident in 93... Too bad cause I am sure that he would be in that roster for sure. But anyway yeah I think that right now Carter deserves to be in it.2 points
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http://i2.squidoocdn.com/resize/squidoo_images/-1/lens1276195_osu_logo.jpg 2011 Ohio State Roster Outlook Offense Recruits: (Position, Name, Stars) QB Cardale Jones (3) QB Braxton Miller (4) WR Devin Smith (3) WR Evan Spencer (3) TE Jeff Heuerman (3) TE Nick Vannett (4) OL Brian Bobek (4) OL Tommy Brown (3) OL Chris Carter (3) OL Bryce Hanes (2) OL Antonio Underwood (3) -------------------- With Terrelle Pryor's exit, Senior Joe Bauserman looks to capitalize on the opportunity at the Quarterback position. He was 2nd to Pryor in attempts last year, going 16-22. Highly touted freshman recruit Braxton Miller is the favorite to start the season. Ranked first overall in the state of Ohio, he is multidimensional at the position. (His 40 time was 4.5) Sophomore Kenny Guiton could get more chances this year, and his role will likely expand after this season. http://images.maxpreps.com/FanPages/Images/Rosters/16cf6b72-3dac-48a2-a910-cb83f88e9824.jpgOhio native Braxton Miller may be the starter for the 2011 Ohio State Buckeyes. Due to the five game suspension, Daniel "Boom" Herron's half back position will be up for grabs. Sophomore Jaamal Berry will most likely start to open the season. He has the highest average yardage per carry among returning backs (8.3). Junior Jordan Hall and sophomore Carlos Hyde will back up Berry. When Herron returns, he'll join Berry to give the Bucks a dynamic half back duo. http://media.cleveland.com/osu_impact/photo/dan-herron-scores-against-iowajpg-d6e502c4e6f6409d_large.jpgHow much will the loss "Boom" Herron for the first five games affect the Buckeyes? The Buckeye receivers will have to step up collectively. With DeVier Posey's five game suspension and the exit of Dane Sanzenbacher, the most experienced wide receiver on the Buckeyes for the first game will be sophomore Corey Brown, who had a total of 8 receptions last season. The Tight End position will have a bigger emphasis on offense due to the gaps at the wide outs. Juniors Jake Stoneburner and Reid Fragel will have a much more expanded role in the Buckeyes offensive game. Stoneburner had 222 receiving yards last season along with two touchdowns. Posey is the Buckeyes best deep threat for the Buckeyes, coming off a 7 touchdown, 848 yard season. Ohio State will miss his playmaking ability at the start of the season. http://a.espncdn.com/photo/2011/0720/ncf_g_stoneburner_ps_300.jpgStoneburner could have a breakout season in 2011. The offensive line for the Ohio State will be very experienced. With three seniors in Center Michael Brewster, J.B. Shugarts, and Mike Adams (who will be suspended the first five games), the young core of OSU's offense will have an easier time during each possession. //////////////////// Defense Recruits: (Position, Name, Stars) DT Michael Bennett (4) DT Joel Hale (3) DE Chase Farris (4) DE Kenny Hayes (4) DE Steve Miller (4) LB Connor Crowell (3) LB Curtis Grant (5) LB Ejuan Price (3) LB Ryan Shazier (4) DB Jeremy Cash (3) DB DerJuan Gambrell (3) DB Doran Grant (4) DB Ron Tanner (3) -------------------- Cameron Heyward's absence will hurt OSU's pass rush and run rush heavily. Returning starters Nathan Williams (Sr.) and John Simon (Jr.) are expected to lead the defensive line. Williams lead the team with 4.5 sacks last season. Senior Solomon Thomas will probably start once his five game suspension is up. Junior Jonathan Newsome will start at the other defensive end. http://cdn.bleacherreport.net/images_root/slides/photos/000/655/495/osu-nathan-williams-nms-mfjpg-1916d18c6504e0a2_large_display_image.jpg?1295627309Nathan Williams will be the leader of the Buckeyes defensive unit. The linebacking crew will receive the biggest overhaul with Ross Homan and Brian Rolle both graduating. 5-star recruit Curtis Grant will most likely start at the middle linebacker position. Senior Andrew Sweat will start as one of the outside linebackers. He had 41 tackles last year along with an interception. Senior Tyler Moeller and Junior Storm Klein will trade off on the other side. They had 20 and 18 tackles respectively last season. The Buckeyes have a lot of new talent entering the defensive backfield. Despite losing 3 of it's 4 starters last year, they have a lot of youngsters ready to get on the field. Junior DB Orhian Johnson had an interception and 50 tackles last year. DBs Nate Ebner (Jr.) and Christian Bryant (So.) had limited playing time last year and have high expectations this season. Safety Nate Oliver (Sr.) will start with the exit of Jermale Hines. Cornerback Corey Brown (So.) could start also. //////////////////// Special Teams Kicker Drew Basil is back for his sophomore year as kicker. Jordan Hall will lead the return game. He accounted for 24 of the 30 punt returns and 18 of the 40 kick returns last year. Junior Ben Buchanan returns as starting punter. He had 15 punts inside the 20 and had a net yardage of 41.0 on his kicks. http://cdn.bleacherreport.net/images_root/slides/photos/000/561/648/107209817_display_image.jpg?1292201006There are high hopes for Jordan Hall's returning game this season. //////////////////// Red Shirt Freshmen (Position, Name, Stars) QB Taylor Graham (4) RB David Durham (3) RB Rod Smith (4) WR James Louis (4) WR Ryan Ross (N/A) WR T.Y. Williams (3) TE Kyle Schuck (N/A) OL Ben St. John (3) DL Darryl Baldwin (3) DL J.T. Moore (3) LB Scott McVey (3) DB Chad Hagan (3) DB Verlon Reed (3) DB Bradley Roby (3) DB Julian Vann (N/A) K Russell Doup (N/A)1 point
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I just got the Jason Heyward one yesterday. http://mlb.imageg.net/graphics/product_images/pMLB2-10568107dt.jpg1 point
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