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GM Survey: Magic
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Topic Started: Oct 24 2007, 10:42 PM (365 Views)
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MAGICMANEVAN
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Oct 24 2007, 10:42 PM
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http://www.nba.com/preview2007/gmsurvey_players.html
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If you were starting a franchise today and could sign any player in the NBA, who would it be? 1. LeBron James, Cleveland 59.3% 2. Dwight Howard, Orlando 25.9% 3. Kobe Bryant, L.A. Lakers 11.1% Tim Duncan, San Antonio 11.1% 5. Dirk Nowitzki, Dallas 3.7% Last year's pick: LeBron James
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Who is the best center in the NBA? 1. Tim Duncan, San Antonio 48.1% 2. Yao Ming, Houston Rockets 33.3% 3. Dwight Howard, Orlando 7.4% Shaquille O'Neal, Miami 7.4% 5. Amare Stoudemire, Phoenix 3.7% Last year's pick: Shaquille O'Neal
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Which team will win NBA Finals 2008? 1. San Antonio Spurs 37.0% 2. Phoenix Suns 25.9% 3. Dallas Mavericks 14.8% 4. Detroit Pistons 7.4% Others receiving votes: Boston, Houston, Miami, Orlando Last year's pick: San Antonio
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Which team will win the Eastern Conference? 1. Boston Celtics 25.9% Detroit Pistons 25.9% 3. Chicago Bulls 22.2% 4. Miami Heat 14.8% Others receiving votes: Cleveland, Orlando, Washington Last year's pick: Miami
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Which team will win the Southeast Division? 1. Miami Heat 40.7% 2. Orlando Magic 37.0% 3. Washington Wizards 22.2% Last year's pick: Miami
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Which one player acquisition will make the biggest impact? 1. Kevin Garnett, Boston 96.3% 2. Rashard Lewis, Orlando 3.7% Last year's pick: Ben Wallace
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What was the most underrated player acquisition? 1. Luis Scola, Houston 25.9% 2. Grant Hill, Phoenix 18.5% 3. Rashard Lewis, Orlando 7.4% Darko Milicic, Memphis 7.4% Zach Randolph, New York 7.4% Others receiving votes: Derek Fisher, L.A. Lakers; Ryan Gomes, Minnesota; Jeff Green, Seattle; Al Horford, Atlanta; Eddie House, Boston; Desmond Mason, Milwaukee; Morris Peterson, New Orleans; James Posey, Boston; Joe Smith, Chicago Last year's pick: Shane Battier
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Which team will be most improved in 2007-08? 1. Boston Celtics 77.8% 2. Memphis Grizzlies 11.1% 3. Orlando Magic 7.4% 4. Milwaukee Bucks 3.7% Last year's pick: Houston
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What was the most surprising move of the offseason? 1. Kevin Garnett, Boston 50.0% 2. Ray Allen, Boston 11.5% Rashard Lewis, Orlando 11.5% 4. Zach Randolph, New York 7.7% Jason Richardson, Charlotte 7.7% Cleveland (no moves) 7.7% 7. Jason Kapono, Toronto 3.8% Last year's pick: Ben Wallace
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Which player is the best offensive rebounder? 1. Tyson Chandler, New Orleans 26.9% 2. Dwight Howard, Orlando 11.5% 3. Elton Brand, L.A. Clippers 7.7% David Lee, New York 7.7% Shawn Marion, Phoenix 7.7% Ben Wallace, Chicago 7.7% Others receiving votes: Carmelo Anthony, Denver; Tim Duncan, San Antonio; Reggie Evans, Philadelphia; Jeff Foster, Indiana; Paul Millsap, Utah; Jermaine O'Neal, Indiana; Zach Randolph, New York; Anderson Varejao Last year's pick: Ben Wallace
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MAGICmanSAM
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Oct 24 2007, 11:36 PM
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God is LOVE
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looks like a few GM's are looking at our work. It's no surprise Boston is at the top of most of those lists.
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MAGICMANEVAN
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Oct 25 2007, 05:11 PM
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http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/dailydime?pa...andoPreview0708
And heres a good magic Season Preview. Alot of analysts, including Jamele Hill, have us real high up.
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ANALYST PREDICTION
J.A. Adande ESPN.com SOUTHEAST: 2 | EAST: 8 Now that KG is happy, maybe Dwight Howard can borrow some of his old bitterness and develop a nasty streak that won't tolerate underperformance by the Magic again. With Rashard Lewis the Magic have enough firepower. No excuses for missing the playoffs.
Greg Anthony ESPN.com SOUTHEAST: 2 | EAST: 7 Dwight Howard is the face of this team -- but they're not playing in a way that controls the tempo and allows him to dominate the paint. I like the signing of Rashard Lewis, but not sure about those dollars.
Jon Barry ESPN.com SOUTHEAST: 1 | EAST: 4 Dwight Howard looks like a different player. And his team's ready for a big step, too. Stan Van Gundy's an excellent coach, and Rashard Lewis will be good in tandem with Howard.
Chris Broussard ESPN Mag SOUTHEAST: 2 | EAST: 8 Stan Van Gundy can coach, and he'll bring this young squad together. Rashard Lewis will be better in the East than he was out west, but unless J.J. Redick can prove he's legit, the Magic will be abysmal at the 2 spot.
Ric Bucher ESPN Mag SOUTHEAST: 2 | EAST: 8 One of Rashard Lewis' former coaches swears his warrior spirit will make the Magic's enormous investment pay off. Then Shard's debut is cut short by cramps. Yikes. If there's any justice, though, Stan Van Gundy leads the Magic to the eighth playoff spot -- by knocking out the Heat.
Chad Ford ESPN.com SOUTHEAST: 1 | EAST: 4 The Southeast Division took a step back this summer -- good news for the Magic. Everyone's made a big deal about Rashard Lewis, but Dwight Howard's the key. If he makes another leap in his development, he'll be the East's best big man.
Jemele Hill ESPN.com SOUTHEAST: 1 | EAST: 4 Best team the Magic have fielded since Tracy McGrady left town. Rashard Lewis will open things up for Dwight Howard, who appears to have developed a few offensive moves. J.J. Redick will be usable. Seriously.
John Hollinger ESPN.com SOUTHEAST: 1 | EAST: 4 I don't like the Lewis signing long-term, but short-term it's a different story. The Magic need shooters to space the floor for Dwight Howard and scoring punch in general, and he gives them both.
Chris Sheridan ESPN.com SOUTHEAST: 4 | EAST: 12 One refrain we heard ad nauseam from GMs around the league in July: What on earth was Otis Smith doing giving Kobe money to Rashard Lewis? Especially with the way the NBA's economic landscape has changed? Very little depth here, and Foyle and Augustine are the centers.
Marc Stein ESPN.com SOUTHEAST: 1 | EAST: 4 Not ready to say that Dwight, Rashard and Stan will be contending for the East title. The division title, though, is another matter. Orlando might even be the favorite for the Southeast crown and the top-four seed that goes with it. TOTAL SOUTHEAST: 1.7 | Standings EAST: 6.3 | Standings
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gomagic33
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Oct 25 2007, 07:42 PM
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Why is Chris Sheridan worried about the money we gave to Rashard Lewis? Finishing 4th? wow! You can't based how a team will do based on the money it's willing to pay for the player the team needs.
Jemele Hill looks like she's hoping in the bandwagon.
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Ben Q Rock
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Oct 25 2007, 09:17 PM
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- MAGICMANEVAN
- Oct. 25 2007 05:11 PM
http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/dailydime?pa...andoPreview0708And heres a good magic Season Preview. Alot of analysts, including Jamele Hill, have us real high up. - Quote:
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ANALYST PREDICTION
J.A. Adande ESPN.com SOUTHEAST: 2 | EAST: 8 Now that KG is happy, maybe Dwight Howard can borrow some of his old bitterness and develop a nasty streak that won't tolerate underperformance by the Magic again. With Rashard Lewis the Magic have enough firepower. No excuses for missing the playoffs.
Greg Anthony ESPN.com SOUTHEAST: 2 | EAST: 7 Dwight Howard is the face of this team -- but they're not playing in a way that controls the tempo and allows him to dominate the paint. I like the signing of Rashard Lewis, but not sure about those dollars.
Jon Barry ESPN.com SOUTHEAST: 1 | EAST: 4 Dwight Howard looks like a different player. And his team's ready for a big step, too. Stan Van Gundy's an excellent coach, and Rashard Lewis will be good in tandem with Howard.
Chris Broussard ESPN Mag SOUTHEAST: 2 | EAST: 8 Stan Van Gundy can coach, and he'll bring this young squad together. Rashard Lewis will be better in the East than he was out west, but unless J.J. Redick can prove he's legit, the Magic will be abysmal at the 2 spot.
Ric Bucher ESPN Mag SOUTHEAST: 2 | EAST: 8 One of Rashard Lewis' former coaches swears his warrior spirit will make the Magic's enormous investment pay off. Then Shard's debut is cut short by cramps. Yikes. If there's any justice, though, Stan Van Gundy leads the Magic to the eighth playoff spot -- by knocking out the Heat.
Chad Ford ESPN.com SOUTHEAST: 1 | EAST: 4 The Southeast Division took a step back this summer -- good news for the Magic. Everyone's made a big deal about Rashard Lewis, but Dwight Howard's the key. If he makes another leap in his development, he'll be the East's best big man.
Jemele Hill ESPN.com SOUTHEAST: 1 | EAST: 4 Best team the Magic have fielded since Tracy McGrady left town. Rashard Lewis will open things up for Dwight Howard, who appears to have developed a few offensive moves. J.J. Redick will be usable. Seriously.
John Hollinger ESPN.com SOUTHEAST: 1 | EAST: 4 I don't like the Lewis signing long-term, but short-term it's a different story. The Magic need shooters to space the floor for Dwight Howard and scoring punch in general, and he gives them both.
Chris Sheridan ESPN.com SOUTHEAST: 4 | EAST: 12 One refrain we heard ad nauseam from GMs around the league in July: What on earth was Otis Smith doing giving Kobe money to Rashard Lewis? Especially with the way the NBA's economic landscape has changed? Very little depth here, and Foyle and Augustine are the centers.
Marc Stein ESPN.com SOUTHEAST: 1 | EAST: 4 Not ready to say that Dwight, Rashard and Stan will be contending for the East title. The division title, though, is another matter. Orlando might even be the favorite for the Southeast crown and the top-four seed that goes with it. TOTAL SOUTHEAST: 1.7 | Standings EAST: 6.3 | Standings
Who's that moron up in the top-right corner? 
I don't know what Sheridan's problem is. 12th? Are you sure? Whatever. Everyone else has us at least in the playoffs. We'll see.
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Oct 25 2007, 09:54 PM
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Drafting Marbury + Foyle = Championship. \o/
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If you were starting a franchise today and could sign any player in the NBA, who would it be? 1. LeBron James, Cleveland 59.3% 2. Dwight Howard, Orlando 25.9% 3. Kobe Bryant, L.A. Lakers 11.1% Tim Duncan, San Antonio 11.1% 5. Dirk Nowitzki, Dallas 3.7% Last year's pick: LeBron James
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Who is the best center in the NBA? 1. Tim Duncan, San Antonio 48.1% 2. Yao Ming, Houston Rockets 33.3% 3. Dwight Howard, Orlando 7.4% Shaquille O'Neal, Miami 7.4% 5. Amare Stoudemire, Phoenix 3.7% Last year's pick: Shaquille O'Neal
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Which team will win NBA Finals 2008? 1. San Antonio Spurs 37.0% 2. Phoenix Suns 25.9% 3. Dallas Mavericks 14.8% 4. Detroit Pistons 7.4% Others receiving votes: Boston, Houston, Miami, Orlando Last year's pick: San Antonio
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Which team will win the Eastern Conference? 1. Boston Celtics 25.9% Detroit Pistons 25.9% 3. Chicago Bulls 22.2% 4. Miami Heat 14.8% Others receiving votes: Cleveland, Orlando, Washington Last year's pick: Miami
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Which team will win the Southeast Division? 1. Miami Heat 40.7% 2. Orlando Magic 37.0% 3. Washington Wizards 22.2% Last year's pick: Miami
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Which one player acquisition will make the biggest impact? 1. Kevin Garnett, Boston 96.3% 2. Rashard Lewis, Orlando 3.7% Last year's pick: Ben Wallace
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What was the most underrated player acquisition? 1. Luis Scola, Houston 25.9% 2. Grant Hill, Phoenix 18.5% 3. Rashard Lewis, Orlando 7.4% Darko Milicic, Memphis 7.4% Zach Randolph, New York 7.4% Others receiving votes: Derek Fisher, L.A. Lakers; Ryan Gomes, Minnesota; Jeff Green, Seattle; Al Horford, Atlanta; Eddie House, Boston; Desmond Mason, Milwaukee; Morris Peterson, New Orleans; James Posey, Boston; Joe Smith, Chicago Last year's pick: Shane Battier
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Which team will be most improved in 2007-08? 1. Boston Celtics 77.8% 2. Memphis Grizzlies 11.1% 3. Orlando Magic 7.4% 4. Milwaukee Bucks 3.7% Last year's pick: Houston
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What was the most surprising move of the offseason? 1. Kevin Garnett, Boston 50.0% 2. Ray Allen, Boston 11.5% Rashard Lewis, Orlando 11.5% 4. Zach Randolph, New York 7.7% Jason Richardson, Charlotte 7.7% Cleveland (no moves) 7.7% 7. Jason Kapono, Toronto 3.8% Last year's pick: Ben Wallace
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Which player is the best offensive rebounder? 1. Tyson Chandler, New Orleans 26.9% 2. Dwight Howard, Orlando 11.5% 3. Elton Brand, L.A. Clippers 7.7% David Lee, New York 7.7% Shawn Marion, Phoenix 7.7% Ben Wallace, Chicago 7.7% Others receiving votes: Carmelo Anthony, Denver; Tim Duncan, San Antonio; Reggie Evans, Philadelphia; Jeff Foster, Indiana; Paul Millsap, Utah; Jermaine O'Neal, Indiana; Zach Randolph, New York; Anderson Varejao Last year's pick: Ben Wallace
lol, Otis was the one voting us to win the finals, wanna bet?
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