Brent Barry Conspiracy Theory

Based on the surprise being expressed on other Celtics blogs, I must have been in the minority of Celtics fans who were even aware getting PJ Brown was an option.

(please pause while I pat myself on the back)

I'll wait until the press conference before I blow my horn too loudly.

But while I'm on a roll, here's my latest unconfirmed insight:

The reason Brent Barry hasn't inked a deal with anyone else is he is waiting to see if in fact the Clippers buy-out Sam Cassell.

If they don't?

He signs with Doc and Danny.

You heard it here first.

Barry Narrows Choice to Suns or Spurs

Phoenix Suns General Manager Steve Kerr said he flew into San Antonio Tuesday to meet with free agent guard Brent Barry and his wife, Erin, but Barry remains undecided.

Barry, whose choice apparently is down to the Suns and San Antonio Spurs, left open the possibility that he may need until Wednesday to pick a team."I've spoken with Brent," Kerr said. "I met with him and his wife and we're awaiting his decision. He's very seriously considering it."

Source: Arizona Republic

Brent Barry Still in Play

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Mavs in Hunt for Barry, Cassell, Magloire

The Dallas Mavericks have made their pitch to Brent Barry. And Jamaal Magloire. And probably Justin Williams and another free agent or two.

Soon to come: Perhaps a run at Sam Cassell .

Today, the decisions start to come.

Magloire will clear waivers today, and he's believed to be No. 1 on the list of big men the Mavericks would like to add.

But the possibility of adding Cassell, the veteran guard who apparently is close to a buyout with the Los Angeles Clippers, is intriguing. He would give the Mavericks a respected backup to Jason Kidd. Cassell also has made a slew of clutch shots throughout his career.

Will Danny throw Gabe Pruitt under the Bus?

With the news that the Danny Ainge is targeting Brent Barry, Sam Cassell, Flip Murray, and Jamal Magloire, one must ask exactly how many free agents the Boston Celtics might sign?

Currently, they only have two roster spots. But as the Detroit Pistons showed by waiving Flip Murray, every roster spot is subjected to a cold cost-benefit analysis.

Who is the most likely candidate to get the ax if Danny were to sign three free agents instead of two?

My vote is Gabe Pruitt, who has contributed little to nothing this year.

I can almost hear the press conference.

"We had the chance to acquire three veteran contributors in Brent Barry, Sam Cassell, and Jamal Magliore, and all we had to give up was a second round draft pick. Not too bad."

I'm not saying it's gonna happen.

I'm just saying I wouldn't be surprised.

The trade would be giving up a possible second unit role player in a year or two for an improved chance at a title this year.

Sounds like a no-brainer to me.