New Faces
After bringing the Phoenix area their first basketball trophy many would think Fusion management would try to keep the team in tact for at least another run. Instead, Fusion fans saw one of their busiest summers with 9 completed deals so far and in the flurry, long time starter and prior face of the organization, Jermaine O'Neal, was traded for four players and 2 picks. Jermaine is a proven star with impressive statistics, but not without his risks going down in the FBF play-offs for Phoenix time & again.
Some fans may ask why all the action? Two Words:
Luxury & Tax
Because of cap concerns and the dreaded luxury tax, Phoenix was forced to orchestrate trades for players that would not even see the Phoenix Fusion practice court. After all the dust settled some new faces stuck around and are expected to share in the exitement of opening day:
Andrew Bogut - Has huge upside and did well as an NBA rookie big man. NOTE TO ROSEVILLE: His fingers make a "J" for Jump Shot.
Hakim Warrick - Should see a significant playing time increase especially with Gasol breaking his foot in the World Championships. We should get a good chance to see his skills in action.
Adam Morrison - Another player with huge upside and a favorite to claim ROY
Josh Childress - The talent is there it's the opportunity that may be lacking being on a team crowded with wing players.
TJ Ford - Another player with huge upside and will be given sole duty of running a team. Has shown to be a remarkable player with remarkable heart.
These guys along with the core of Gilbert Arenas, Ray Allen, LeBron James, Dwight Howard & Emeka Okafor Fusion fans should be plenty excited for next year's possibilities in both the regular and post-season.
Some fans may ask why all the action? Two Words:
Luxury & Tax
Because of cap concerns and the dreaded luxury tax, Phoenix was forced to orchestrate trades for players that would not even see the Phoenix Fusion practice court. After all the dust settled some new faces stuck around and are expected to share in the exitement of opening day:
Andrew Bogut - Has huge upside and did well as an NBA rookie big man. NOTE TO ROSEVILLE: His fingers make a "J" for Jump Shot.
Hakim Warrick - Should see a significant playing time increase especially with Gasol breaking his foot in the World Championships. We should get a good chance to see his skills in action.
Adam Morrison - Another player with huge upside and a favorite to claim ROY
Josh Childress - The talent is there it's the opportunity that may be lacking being on a team crowded with wing players.
TJ Ford - Another player with huge upside and will be given sole duty of running a team. Has shown to be a remarkable player with remarkable heart.
These guys along with the core of Gilbert Arenas, Ray Allen, LeBron James, Dwight Howard & Emeka Okafor Fusion fans should be plenty excited for next year's possibilities in both the regular and post-season.
