Western Conference

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McCants showed he can play since late January, consistently. Evenutally got into the starting line-up because Hassell went out with an injury for a few games. Marcus Banks made an impact in his first game as a T'Wolve, and continued to do so, working his way as the starting PG after a couple weeks. Bracey Wright was in the DL for like the whole year till the last couple weeks.

 

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http://www.nba.com/games/20060419/PHXPOR/boxscore.html?nav=scoreboardhome

Nash with a triple double before playoffs, and Marion with a big game.

 

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Pioneer Press - Timberwolves VP Kevin McHale, who hopes to re-sign free-agent point guard Marcus Banks: "I'd like to kidnap him, but I'm not sure I can do that."

Banks became a key part of the Wolves rotation after coming over in a trade from Boston.

http://www.realgm.com/src_wiretap_archives/40149/20060422/mchale_hopes_to_re_sign_banks/ (can't find link)

Ah, and once again, booyah to the Boston Celtics.

I'd love to see Sac sign him, but really think the Wolves lock him up, they're very high on him. Also don't want another B-Jax/Billups, both given up on. Banks is going to work on his three point shot over the summer.

 

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Pioneer Press - A source told Charley Walters of the Pioneer Press that Marcus Banks will seek a five-year $29 million contract, but settle for $17 million over four years.

http://www.realgm.com/src_wiretap_archives/40163/20060423/banks_looking_for_$29_million_over_five_years/


Well, not too sure we'd sign him for either of those. But I think the Wolves will.

 

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Apparently, the Wolves will have tough competition to sign point guard Marcus Banks, who also is being pursued by the Lakers and Spurs. The Wolves have the right to match any offer for free agent forward Justin Reed, who they want to bring back.

http://www.startribune.com/507/story/442083.html

I still would like to see us go after Banks, but not to overpay for him.