I always liked Theo. Hopefully he’s got some game left for the post season and I hope the Palace still has the rattle snake drop! Also, the Clippers, after buying out Sam Cassell, are going to pick up Flip Murray.
LOS ANGELES — It looks like the Pistons will indeed fill their 15th roster spot with a familiar face.
Only it won’t be Dale Davis.
The Minnesota Timberwolves placed veteran center Theo Ratliff on waivers Thursday night after agreeing to a buyout settlement on the remainder of his $11.6 million contract.
If Ratliff clears waivers in the next 48 hours — which is almost a given with his salary — he will sign with the Pistons for the prorated veteran’s minimum ($1.3 million).
Ratliff, 34, was drafted by the Pistons in 1995. He only has played 12 games the last two years, but according to all reports, he is healthy again. After missing most of the season with a bulging disc in his back, Ratliff has played in the previous 10 games with the Timberwolves, averaging 6.3 points and 3.9 rebounds. (Detroit News)
February 29th, 2008 at 11:33 am
i dont get this at all. he wont help, i just dont see him helping us out. he’s still a good shot blocker but thats it. we could have signed Magloire but i guess it could have been a money thing.
March 1st, 2008 at 1:56 pm
I’m concerened with Theo’s health/conditioning. 12 games in the last 2 years? He’s had several injuries in recent time. Hopefully that is behind him. Glad to see we will have some height added to the team. It’s great to have guards but we need some taller people to grab the boards.
March 1st, 2008 at 2:03 pm
I have the same concerns, but I had similar concerns when we brought Dice here and that’s worked out pretty well for us. I guess we’ll need to put our faith in Arnie Kander.
One thing I like about Theo over Dale Davis is that he’s a lot more similar to Amir Johnson and therefore should make for a better mentor.