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Old 07-09-2005, 05:22 PM   #1
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Assuming we don't have the goods to acquire a Brown or Gadzuric, what about Ruffin as a lesser priced alternative?
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Old 07-09-2005, 05:37 PM   #2
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Default RE: Michael Ruffin

He's a pretty good rebounder but that's about it. He's kind of short for a center and would probably be overmatched against bigger players. If we keep KVH we don't need another backup 4.

If he's the best we can do, I'd rather let DJ or Pavel get a little experience or bring back Hendu.

edit: may have to check with the state of New York in regards to Hendu's availability.
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Old 07-09-2005, 05:47 PM   #3
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Default RE: Michael Ruffin

Of the remaining FA bigs who figure to cost less than the full MLE I'm probably most interested in Pachulia, with Hunter probably next in line. I'd hope we'd take a stab at those guys before switching the focus to the likes of Ruffin or Traylor.
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Default RE:Michael Ruffin

Ruffin is a good defender, solid shotblocker, and good rebounder. If Nellie was coaching, I would say don't waste your time. With Avery, he might have more of a shot at getting minutes. The guy is a warrior though. Despite being a little undersized, he isn't afarid to throw his body around on guys like Shaq.
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Default RE: Michael Ruffin

He's not afraid to throw his body around but that doesn't mean he's effective. The times I've watched him, he's struggled against bigger players. He was 43rd in the league in blocks per minute so he's not going to be a big help there...plus at 6'8 he's not going to change many shots or deter many drives to the basket.

If we're going to play someone with little to no basketball skill, he should at least have size.

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I like Mikki Moore better than Ruffin.

But I'm with Grand, Zaza intrigues me.



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Default RE:Michael Ruffin

Chris Andersen seems as though he would be the mavs best free agent option. The bird man did average 6 points and 7 rebounds a game.
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Andersen has already committed to resign with NO.
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