Sitting Wade is the Right Move

While Dwyane Wade's availability is in question tonight for Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals, he did go through the shoot-around this morning and is still likely to suit up tonight. Yet, surprisingly the Heat have been better off without their second star. Erik Spoelstra's crew is fully capable of closing out the injury-riddled Bulls at home without D-Wade. In fact, in the “Big 3” era, the Heat have a better winning percentage without Wade than with him. Shocking, right?

Normally, one wouldn't say Wade is a detriment to his team during the playoffs, but clearly his knee is negatively effecting his game right now. The 31-year-old is playing in his 9th postseason, and is posting his lowest PPG, 2nd-lowest fast break PPG, 2nd-lowest FG% and lowest 3-pt FG% -ever. Yikes.

Further, he is relying on his teammates to set him up for baskets, with 66.7% of his made field goals coming off assists. Wade can't use his trademark quickness on the pick-and-roll to create easy buckets for himself. It's fair to question whether Wade will be healthy at any time during these playoffs.

Although he had a full ten days off to rest his body between Game 3 of Miami's first round series and Game 1 of the Bulls series, Wade has still not improved and tweaked his knee again in Game 4. This should not deter the Heat, though. Chris Bosh is playing some of the best basketball in his Heat career in these playoffs and second-year guard Norris Cole has added a playmaking element that has neutralized Chicago's Nate Robinson. You'd think Coach Spoelstra could rely on King James and his supporting cast to toss aside the struggling Bulls. Three of the Bulls' five starters began the year on the bench, so it's looking like a layup for the Heat.

Big picture, the Heat need to be careful with their aging superstar. LeBron has an opt out after the 2013-14 season, so Pat Riley and Erik Spoelstra are counting on Wade to hold up next season before assessing their options in the summer of 2014.

Only time will tell how that situation works out, but one thing is certain, Wade's body is not right and his play reflects it. Not sitting him would be a severe misstep, one that the Heat organization has not made in a long time.

It's NFL Draft Time. Which Teams Arm Up?

Where will Geno Smith start his NFL career?

That’s the question draftniks have kicked around since Joe Flacco posed with Mickey Mouse. The West Virginia standout is likely to be the first quarterback off the board, but which team selects him is anybody’s guess.

In 2012, the draft brought little drama.  As expected, the Colts selected Andrew Luck first overall followed by the Redskins taking Heisman winner Robert Griffin III.

Unlike last year’s class, this QB crop lacks superstars, but has considerable depth.  With that said, we’ll take our guesses on where the top three QBs in the 2013 class will land on draft day.

Geno Smith, Cleveland Browns

College: West Virginia

Pick: 6th overall

Look for the Browns to nab Smith if the Raiders pass on him. Cleveland has been the laughingstock of the NFL since LeBron James was in high school, but that could change with the right quarterback. Seriously. We’re not kidding. The Browns have franchise cornerstones in RB Trent Richardson, CB Joe Haden and LT Joe Thomas. With the Ravens and Steelers in rebuilding mode, the Browns could be poised to take the AFC North title.

Cleveland’s weak link is quarterback Brandon Weeden. In the year of the rookie quarterback, Weeden posted pedestrian numbers of 14 TDs and 17 INTs in 15 games. Sure, first-year GM Michael Lombardi could take a chance that the 29-year old Weeden develops into a passable starter, but that certainly didn’t work out with Colt McCoy.

The Browns have an opportunity to make some noise this season. Don’t expect them to pass it up.

Matt Barkley, Jacksonville Jaguars

College: USC

Pick: 33rd overall  

After two seasons of underwhelming results, Blaine Gabbert  has shown he’s not the quarterback of the future in Jacksonville. The question becomes whether the Jags like Geno Smith enough to draft him second overall. Not likely. Jaguars brass should choose an elite pass rusher like Ezekiel Ansah instead of rolling the dice on another QB.

Look for the Jags to snag Matt Barkley early in the 2nd round and give the former top-prospect a chance to compete for the starting job in training camp.

Ryan Nassib, Buffalo Bills

College: Syracuse

Pick: 41st overall

Ryan Nassib is climbing draft boards and could leapfrog Matt Barkley before the dust settles. Despite the Bills’ recent addition of Kevin Kolb, Buffalo is the best landing spot for Nassib, who has a strong but inaccurate arm. 

The three-year starter is a work in progress whose skills need refinement with time served as a backup. Since Buffalo isn’t in a position to win this season, the Bills can afford to use a high draft pick on a quarterback prospect. In addition, Buffalo’s head coach Doug Marrone and offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett coached Nassib at Syracuse. The pick just makes sense.

Not even Mel Kiper Jr. knows where these guys will go but that’s the fun of the NFL Draft.

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Buzz Williams Soars. Golden Eagles Crash and Burn

Buzz Williams deserves most of the credit for keeping his team in last night’s Elite 8 matchup against Syrcacuse. The Golden Eagles’ shooting debacle notwithstanding, Williams' game plan created ample clean looks, which is about all anyone can hope for against Jim Boeheim's vaunted 2-3 zone.

Unfortunately, Marquette couldn't hit a shot, literally. The Golden Eagles set the record for fewest points scored in a regional final during the shot clock era, which would be some time not long after the fall of Rome.

Put it another way, to win a game shooting 22.6%, a team would need to foul on every possession, and the opposing team would need to miss most free throws. That’s a bit of an exaggeration but you get the point. Despite their inability to put the ball in the cylinder, Marquette's approach is instructive for future Syracuse opponents.

How to Beat Syracuse

With a bit of insight, our SnapCall producers challenged the TV audience with a strategic question: how often would the Golden Eagles get the ball into the paint during the first half? For you non-ballers out there, the post is the most vulnerable spot of the 2-3. When the ball arrives there, the zone is forced to collapse toward the basket which often opens up shooters around the perimeter, but it can also lead to easy baskets if the defensive center is caught too far from the bucket.

On Saturday, it was apparent that coach Williams prepared his players to feed the high post as much as possible. Note that Indiana failed to do this effectively in the Sweet 16, and now they're watching the tournament from frat parties back in Bloomington.

By the 6:30 mark of the first half, the Golden Eagles dug themselves a 19-7 hole, but Marquette stuck to the original plan – bang it inside. Although down, it was plausible to see a run coming from the blue and gold. Marquette got the ball into the paint on 18 of their 28 possessions in the first half. Although they don’t light it up on a normal night, it seemed only a matter of time before Williams' crew got a few shots to fall. Sure enough, the buzzer sounded at the end of the half, and Syracuse's lead had been cut to just six points.

Let's break this down a bit further. On several possessions in the first frame, Marquette big body forward Davante Gardner was able to catch and shoot, uncontested, from the free throw line. After connecting on a few shots in a row, Syracuse's bigs were forced to adjust. Around the 4:00 mark, the Orange's forwards began to step up and prevent Gardner from getting open looks.

The down side for Syracuse? With the zone shifted forward, Marquette was able to run players along the baseline behind the zone. This allowed Gardner to keep the ball moving with some excellent drop down passing from the high post, leading to some easy looks, and bringing Marquette back from the abyss. If only Marquette could hit a few threes to finish the job. Instead, they finished an anemic 3-of-24 from beyond the arc.

In short, Buzz Williams' team had done just about everything he wanted them to do, with the exception of putting the ball in the hoop. In the second half, the Golden Eagles couldn't hit water from a boat and finished with just 12 made baskets for the entire game. Let that number ferment for a minute.

Clearly, no team can win with shooting 22.6% for the game, but for keen eyes, Buzz Williams provided a blueprint for success against The ‘Cuse.

Think Syracuse's zone is vulnerable? Play SnapCall Sports' during the Final Four next weekend to find out!

Where's the Beef in South Beach?

The Miami Heat's 27-game winning streak came to a crashing halt against the Chicago Bulls on Tuesday night. Despite missing All Star center Joakim Noah, the Bulls exploited their size advantage to physically dominate the Heat on their way to a 101-97 win.

In fact, the level of physical play last night caused a rare outburst from LeBron during post-game interviews. King James complained that Chicago's hard fouls weren't "basketball plays" and should've been flagrant fouls.

Whether James has a point is another story. The fact here is that Chicago manhandled Miami. Carlos Boozer grabbed 17 rebounds, while Miami hauled in just 31 total boards. The Bulls proved that strong play on the glass and punishing defense are the keys to beating the defending champs.

Take Indiana, which has followed the same basic strategy as Chicago. This season, the Heat have suffered two double-digit losses at the hands of the Pacers. In Indiana's 87-77 win on Jan. 8, the Pacers pulled down 55 rebounds compared to just 36 for Miami. In two wins over LeBron & Co., Chicago has out rebounded Miami by an average of 16 RPG. It's hardly coincidence that the Pacers and Bulls, who rank 1st and 3rd respectively in points against this season, push Miami to their limit.

Of course, it's no surprise that strong rebounding teams have taken advantage of the Heat's small front court. Miami's has just one weakness, but it's a glaring one. You know there's trouble in paradise when Chris "the Birdman" Anderson is getting major minutes in Miami's rotation. 

The numbers bare the truth about Miami's woes. Miami pulls down just 38.4 rebounds per game, dead last in the NBA. Their -2.2 rebounding margin ranks a paltry 22nd in the league. Second chance points? Forget it. Miami grabs just 8.3 offensive boards per game or 3.5 less than Chicago and Indiana.

This past offseason, instead of adding a banger to do the dirty work down-low, Miami signed Rashard Lewis, who contributes a meager 3.8 PPG. Great decision, Mr. Riley. Udonis Haslem is often in the starting lineup, but even he is merely a space-filler. Also indicative of the missing beef, Chris Bosh, a face up shooter, is Miami's starting center!

Even with these weaknesses, it's hard to criticize a team that has lost just once since the Super Bowl. Miami is clearly the NBA's best team, but there's no denying their vulnerability against strong rebounding, defensive-minded teams.

Play SnapCall Sports throughout the NBA playoffs to see if the King can persevere for his second ring. Expect some rebounding questions!

The Curious Case of Florida Gulf Coast

The Florida Gulf Coast Eagles became the first ever 15-seed to reach the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament last night, dunking their way past San Diego State, after they did the same to Georgetown just two days prior. While many have praised the Eagles for being loose and having fun during the first weekend, how can we characterize their run? Lucky draw? Phenomenal play? A combination of both?

Before we look at what factors have resulted in this latest Cinderella story, let's first examine the Eagles' brief history.

Florida Gulf Coast University was founded in 1991. They didn't even have a basketball program for the first ten years of the school's existence. The Eagles' foray into hoops started in 2002-03 when they were established as an independent Division II team. FGCU became a full Division I member just months before the 2011-12 season. Let's pause for a few moments to let that sink in...

OK. Now we're there. This team just finished their second full season of NCAA Tournament eligibility! The soaring Eagles need to be celebrated for just getting to the tournament, let alone what they've done to their opponents. What head coach Andy Enfield and his men have accomplished so far is astonishing and extraordinary, with a sprinkle of stupendous. Considering where the program was just 5 years ago, he should be in the running for Coach of the Year. But that's another story for another time.

So, what about their play? Has their performance on the court truly warranted a place in the final 16 teams of the biggest tournament in sports?

Don't think. Just nod.

FGCU's non-conference slate this season was as good as it gets for a team that plays in the Atlantic Sun. Three of their first four games were: at Virginia Commonwealth, home against Miami and at Duke. The fact that they defeated Miami should have been a warning sign for Georgetown in their Second Round match-up. The Hoyas and Hurricanes play a similarly physical game, relying on tough defense and timely shooting to beat their opponents. Both teams fell hard, and it's no wonder.

While the world looked on, “Dunk City” made it known they would not slow their game down to match the Hoyas' modus operandi, or anyone else's. Instead, previously unknowns such as Sherwood Brown, Bernard Thompson, Brett Comer and Chase Fieler flew down the court, lobbing up and flushing down countless thunderous dunks en route to the victory.

Need more proof? Check out this "Dunk City" video that is sure to go viral in the coming days. The level of confidence and belief within their team was evident when they hit the court on Friday. One or two more upsets is not out of the question whatsoever.

So now, the Sweet 16, and whether they advance past Florida will not be determined by luck. Two very solid teams will take the court, and only one can move on. No matter the outcome, remember this squad. They may not be pros, but they'll be legends.

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P.S. Andy Enfield's wife is a former Victoria's Secret model.

Marshall Henderson: Rebel With a Cause

All hope appeared to be lost halfway through Ole Miss' round of 64 matchup against Wisconsin. Marshall Henderson's scorching hot shooting throughout the SEC Tournament was last week's news, or so it seemed. Wisconsin stifled the 6-foot-2 guard by repeatedly forcing him into contested looks from deep.

Then, Henderson flipped the switch.

To start the game, we asked the audience to make a SnapCall: What percentage of Henderson's made FGs would be assisted? The only knock on Henderson, aside from his on-court antics, is his “me-first” demeanor. However, he is the Rebels leading scorer and they encourage him to take a high-volume of attempts without breaking the teams' offensive rhythm.

As the first half unfolded, Ole Miss fans watched their beloved #22 struggle to find his range. Wisconsin made it a point to defend him out beyond the 3-point line, even switching on hard screens to keep a hand in his face. The defensive pressure got to him, and he finished an abysmal 1-of-11 in the first 20 minutes.

However, there was a silver lining. Henderson's only made FG was a catch-and-shoot opportunity off of a pin-down screen. While a chunk of his early attempts came from rushed, off the dribble looks, Ole Miss head coach Andy Kennedy knew which adjustments needed to be made.

In his halftime interview, Kennedy didn't bash Henderson for his poor shooting. Instead, coach left us with a few wise words about his star guard: “He's a second half guy.”

As the teams trotted back out onto the court, the new game plan quickly unfolded. Once again, we asked, in real time, how many of Henderson's next 3 shots would come off of screens?

Over the next few possessions, the Rebels' gunner ran off numerous screens under the hoop for quick catch-and-shoot opportunities beyond the arc. Once he got two bombs to fall, it was all over. Ole Miss didn't look back.

There aren't many players in the country that can completely swing the momentum of a game in just two possessions, but that is exactly what Henderson did against the Badgers.

In the second half, the sharpshooter finished 5-of-10 from the field, including three makes from beyond the arc. The junior college transfer has scored at least 18 points in nine consecutive games, and will look to make it 10 straight on Sunday in the Round of 32.

Love him or hate him, basketball fans around the country have to respect his ability to make a key adjustment and to shoot through a slump against one of the nation's stingiest defenses.

Want to see if Henderson can continue his hot streak? Download SnapCall Sports from the iTunes App Store and play along throughout the NCAA Tournament. You never know what this guy will do next.

Upset Special: Belmont over Arizona

It's officially bracket time, folks. We imagine your delete key must be getting worn out trying to nail every upset in the field of 68, so we're going to give you a hand.

After a season in which lowly TCU took down top-seeded Kansas, nearly every Second Round matchup requires meticulous scrutiny.

Want to know what it's like be the guy that picked Norfolk State over Missouri last March? Download SnapCall Sports from the iTunes App Store to follow our tourney coverage. For now, here's a little taste for Thursday's action:

11 - Belmont over 6 - Arizona

On New Year's Eve, Arizona ranked 3rd in the nation. Oh, how the mighty have fallen. Since their 14-0 start that included wins over Florida and Miami, the Wildcats have gone just 11-7. It's hard to have confidence in a team that lost to UCLA three times in the past two months.

Statistically, the Wildcats don't light up the stat sheets. No player on their roster scores over 15 points, pulls down at least 7 boards or dishes 4 assists per game. So, they must share the ball well as team, right? Think again. Arizona ranks 109th nationally with 13.8 assists per game as a team. They shoot average percentages from all over the court, rank in the middle of the pack in turnovers, and don't dominate teams on the glass.

Seed-wise, Arizona garnered respect from the selection committee based on quality wins back in December. Be wary though, early season wins are not a barometer for success in the NCAA Tournament.

On the other side, Belmont would be a threat to any team in the field, let alone the vulnerable Wildcats. The Bruins are making their 2nd straight tournament appearance, and 5th since 2006. Though they were bounced in the first round each time, this year's team possesses a shooting stroke that previous rosters could only match in their dreams.

Looking back at the numbers, Belmont ranks among the nation's leaders in a host of offensive categories. The Bruins shot 49.4% from the field this year, which was 4^th best in the nation. They score over 73 points per game, and are the 15th best team, nationally, in assists per game.

However, it must be mentioned that Belmont did much of their damage in the Ohio Valley Conference which features such vaunted programs as SIU-Edwards and Jacksonville St.

With that said, the Bruins took care of business during conference play. They went 14-2 in the regular season on the way to the Ohio Valley tournament title. Seniors Ian Clark, Kerron Johnson and Trevor Noack are hungry, and will do their best to garner Belmont's first-ever tournament win.  

In summary, we'd warn you not to overlook Belmont based on their less-than-impressive strength of schedule. The Bruins may be getting sized up for the glass slipper after this weekend.

The pick: Belmont 70, Arizona 67.

Mike Wallace: Fresh Catch

The NFL’s free agency period officially began at 4:00 PM ET on Tuesday. As predicted, the Miami Dolphins made a huge splash by inking star wide receiver Mike Wallace to a 5-year, $60 million contract.

Heading into next season, the 26-year-old Wallace will be the deep threat that Miami desperately needed throughout its 7-9 campaign in 2012. Wallace also gives second-year quarterback Ryan Tannehill a reliable red zone target, another void the Dolphins have struggled to fill.

Now that the sophomore QB has a legitimate weapon, Miami may soon find out if Tannehill completes the two-decade search for Dan Marino’s replacement.

After re-signing Brian Hartline last week, Wallace now spearheads a solid receiving corps. While Wallace stretches the defense, Hartline thrives in shorter routes. The former Ohio State Buckeye caught 74 passes for 1,083 yards to lead the Dolphins last year. His numbers should only improve from there.

Miami’s third option, Davone Bess caught only 61 passes last season, but now slides naturally into the slot position where he’s most effective. Try to cover Bess with a middle linebacker and see how that works out for you. 

Wallace should make the Dolphins a playoff contender, but then again we could see history repeat itself. 

In April 2010, Miami traded two second-round picks to acquire Brandon Marshall from the Broncos. The Dolphins believed that pairing Marshall with strong armed quarterback, Chad Henne would create an offense capable of  challenging the New England Patriots for AFC East supremacy.

How did that turn out?

After two straight losing seasons, Miami fired head coach Tony Sparano. But that wasn’t enough. The front office dealt Marshall to the Bears for two third round picks, a downgrade from their original trade for Marshall. 

Immediately after the Dolphins shipped him out, Marshall and Jay Cutler became one of the NFL’s premier QB/WR duos. Last season, Marshall caught a career-high 11 touchdowns and was named an All-Pro for the second time in his career. 

This time around, Miami is expecting better results from their latest foray into the big name receiver market.

Could we be seeing the beginning of a new era in South Florida? Will Ryan Tannehill take a big step forward in his sophomore season with Mike Wallace on the outside? Or, will Miami fall into mediocrity once again, and be forced to ship Wallace out in a season or two? Check the blog throughout the coming weeks for more offseason NFL news.

Sizing the Glass Slipper

This college basketball season has been a roller coaster. Multiple top-5 teams being knocked off every week became the norm during conference play. Holding the number one rank in the nation meant that players and coaches alike would soon be burdened with questions about why they were upset so quickly, and what went wrong. If ever there were an NCAA Tournament to pick a 15 over 2 upset, or a miracle run by a mid-major, this year is it.

After seeing Kansas lose to TCU, Miami go down to Wake Forest, and Georgetown upset by South Florida, fans with brackets on the brain need to weigh their options on which "underdog" they'll get behind come tournament time.

Here's our take:

Iona

20-13, Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Champions, Projected seed: 14

Despite losing the 2011-12 NCAA assists leader, Scott Machado, the Gaels can still score the rock. They rank 3rd nationally in points per game, scoring over 80 per contest. Individually, Lamont “Momo” Jones, a transfer from the University of Arizona, is the third best scorer in the country at 23 points per game. Skeptics may discredit Jones' scoring because of the lack of defensive prowess within the MAAC. However, Momo played two full seasons in the Pac-12, garnering plenty of experience against Power-Six conference talent. If the senior from Harlem finds his stroke, good luck trying to stop this team on the offensive end. Also, don't forget that Iona gave BYU trouble in the first round of the tournament last year. This isn't their first rodeo.

Key victories: at Georgia, vs. Liberty, Loyola (twice)

Key losses: vs. Illinois-Chicago, vs. Marist

Belmont

26-6, Ohio Valley Conference Champions, Projected seed: 12

The Bruins actually received 13 votes in the final AP Top 25 poll, which would theoretically make them the 31st ranked team in the country. Belmont thrives on ball movement and shot selection. They rank 18th overall with 15.9 assists per game as a team. They also shoot over 49% from the field, good for 4th nationally. Head coach Rick Byrd has taken his team to the big dance in each of the past two seasons, and five times since taking the job in Nashville, only to lose their first game in each appearance. However, with four players scoring over 10 points per game, and five players racking up at least 3 assists per game, this could be the year that Belmont finally sneaks out of the first round. If their opponent can't play 40 minutes of disciplined defense, the Bruins will take advantage in a big way.

Key victories: at Stanford, vs. Middle Tennessee, vs. Murray State,

Key losses: at Murray State, at Tennessee State, at Kansas

Davidson

26-7, Southern Conference Champions, Projected seed: 12

The bad news: Stephen Curry is not walking through that door. The good news: The Wildcats don't need him. Davidson has ripped off 17 consecutive wins heading into the tourney. In only four of those 17 wins did the losing team come within 10 points of Bob McKillop's club. Of course, the Southern Conference has even less talent than most, but Davidson's AD, Jim Murphy, remedied that by scheduling some incredibly tough out-of-conference opponents. Playing against teams like West Virginia, Gonzaga, and Duke early in the season will eliminate any nervousness that the Wildcats may have when heading into a first round match-up against a high seed. If you're a believer in the “getting hot at the right time” theory, take the Wildcats.

Key victories: @ Richmond, Charleston (twice)

Key losses: @ New Mexico, vs. Gonzaga, vs. Duke, @ Milwaukee, @ Georgia Southern

As far as upsets go: choose right, and you'll like like a genius in the office-pool. Choose wrong and...well, you'll probably look only as silly as everyone else.

Need some more info on the lesser-known squads? Play SnapCall Sports throughout the week so you can give each team the eye test for yourself. You might just see some challenging questions and entertaining commentary along the way.

Gerald Wallace: Cap Killer

Nearly one year ago, Nets General Manager Billy King picked up the phone in an attempt to hash out what would become one of the worst trades in recent memory.

During their final season in New Jersey, the Nets were in the process of acquiring a solid core before crossing the river to Brooklyn. Billy King knew that he needed to bring in an athletic wing player to complement Deron Williams and Brook Lopez. Cue Gerald Wallace.

New Jersey acquired Wallace from Portland in return for the Nets' protected 2012 first-round pick, and two expiring contracts.

At the time, a first-round pick for Gerald Wallace didn't seem lopsided. However, the key to the deal was New Jersey's protection on said pick.

For those unfamiliar with the rule: teams can “protect” a traded pick when they believe it will be too valuable to give up. This deal was top-3 protected, meaning that if New Jersey ended up with any of the top 3 picks in this year's draft, Portland wouldn't get the pick in 2012. Instead, the Blazers would get the Nets' 2013 first-round pick.

As fate would have it, New Jersey landed the 6^th pick in the 2012 Draft with which Portland selected soon-to-be Rookie of the Year Damian Lillard.

Billy King's explanation for only protecting the top-3 picks, according to Nets Daily, went as follows:

"'This trade was really done to get us a small forward. A former All-Star, somebody to give us some great defense, versatility, someone to play hard." As for protecting the pick only #1 through #3, King said, following conversations with their scouts, "the team did not see any immediate-impact players beyond their projected top three in next year’s draft.”

At this point, any level-headed GM would recognize his mistake and cut ties with the aging vet. Naturally, Billy King decided to sign Wallace to a 4 year, $40 million dollar contract extension.

Wait...what?!

King, and Nets fans alike, hoped that Wallace would look more like his younger self while playing next to Deron Williams and Brook Lopez. Well, here are his career numbers compared to this year's:

Career: 13.1 PPG, 6.2 RPG, 47% FG, 72% FT

2012-13: 8.4 PPG, 5.1 RPG, 41% FG, 64% FT

While looking at his year-by-year stats, we see that the writing was on the wall. King made a big mistake with this trade, but compounded it by signing Wallace to an extension. Now, the Nets are forced to pay Wallace $30 million over the next three seasons. His contract is among the worst in the league, and he's not producing enough on the court to command All Star level money.

At this point, Gerald Wallace's contract destroys any wiggle room that Brooklyn needs to make them a true title-contender. It would have been nice for Brooklyn to have room to go after Dwight Howard or Josh Smith in the offseason. Unfortunately for Billy King, it seems that “crash” has wrecked those hopes.

Have a different opinion on the Wallace moves? Play SnapCall Sports during tonight's game to voice your opinion!