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Fri Feb 29, 2008 6:10 am EST

Wolves waive Ratliff, headed to Pistons

By Michael Hurd

Theo Ratliff

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The Detroit Pistons are about to land the veteran big man they've coveted — and his name isn't Dale Davis.

The Minnesota Timberwolves placed veteran center Theo Ratliff on waivers Thursday night and have agreed to buy out 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 amount of the veteran's minimum ($1.3 million).

Ratliff, 34, was drafted by the Pistons in 1995. He has only played 12 games the last two years, but he is healthy now. He played in the last 10 games with the Timberwolves, averaging 6.3 points and 3.9 rebounds

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  1. fadys
    1. Posted by fadys Thu Sep 03, 2009 10:34 pm EDT

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    LOOK IM RETARDED FIRST!!!! yeah anyway i remember him as a piston and think he will help a ton!!! GO pistons red wings tigers padres and chargers!!!!!
  2. Teeroy H
    2. Posted by Teeroy H Thu Sep 03, 2009 9:59 pm EDT

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    4 blocks a game and nothin else, just what the celts need. a big man with no game, who hasnt played games for years.
  3. cha
    3. Posted by cha Thu Sep 03, 2009 4:26 pm EDT

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    he should go to phoenix to back up the old shaq. i know theo can still run and no to mention the suns' ''miracle'' medical staffs (i.e. shaq, hill, amare, nash)
  4. lordtariq
    4. Posted by lordtariq Thu Sep 03, 2009 6:56 pm EDT

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    # 2 read the headline again, he is going to the pistons and not the celtics...
  5. R.
    5. Posted by R. Thu Sep 03, 2009 3:06 pm EDT

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    THIS will BE A BIG TIME ADDITION FOR THE PISTONS!!!!! he can guard any big man and can change the game with his long reach and blocking shots!! this can put the defensive pistons over the top in the east..and maybe in all of basketball.. they can win anywhere and on the road.. and if they can keep a home court advantage over the west ,,, there chances are very good..
  6. R.
    6. Posted by R. Thu Sep 03, 2009 3:06 pm EDT

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    this will be a big time addition for the pistons!!!!! he can guard any big man and can change the game with his long reach and blocking shots!! this can put the defensive pistons over the top in the east..and maybe in all of basketball.. they can win anywhere and on the road.. and if they can keep a home court advantage over the west ,,, there chances are very good..
  7. Teeroy H
    7. Posted by Teeroy H Thu Sep 03, 2009 9:59 pm EDT

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    sorry i did mean pistons, just reading too much at once (ie cassell), and 4blocks equals about 8points a game, which he wishes he could score everynight.
    and he has only played 12 games in 2 years!!! we i guess he'll only play 15min a night, but i think he is gone.
  8. nik j
    8. Posted by nik j Thu Sep 03, 2009 4:24 pm EDT

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    doesnt matter celtics are getting cassell and they already got pj brown.....those two additons fix ALL the MINOR problems that the celtics have had this year, if the pistons dont get the 1 seed in the east then they could be headed for a rematch with the cavs, and lebron is a piston killer....the celtics also are just now starting to gel...we know who the pistons are their the same team they have been for years....the celtics are just now realizing their potential, i look for them to really go on a tear the last 20 games of the season and carry that momentum all the way to the finals......
  9. Big Andy Kane
    9. Posted by Big Andy Kane Thu Sep 03, 2009 2:54 pm EDT

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    I'd much rather have Theo instead of Dale Davis for the simple fact he is far more athletic to run with the likes of Stuckey, Johnson, and Maxielle.
    P.S. Matt Millen called me and assured me that Kwame Kilpatrick is the right person for the job of mayor in Detroit.
  10. Big Andy Kane
    10. Posted by Big Andy Kane Thu Sep 03, 2009 2:54 pm EDT

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    I'd much rather have Theo instead of Dale Davis for the simple fact he is far more athletic to run with the likes of Stuckey, Johnson, and Maxielle.
    P.S. Matt Millen called me and assured me that Kwame Kilpatrick is the right person for the job of mayor in Detroit.
  11. jrich
    11. Posted by jrich Thu Sep 03, 2009 4:42 pm EDT

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    great move throw away another 11 mill
  12. Bradsworth
    12. Posted by Bradsworth Thu Sep 03, 2009 3:12 pm EDT

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    I actually was upset when we got rid of him originally so I'm glad to see him coming back. We will finally have some depth at the 5. Dyse and Maxiel (sp?) were kicking a$$ but this should help a lot.
  13. Matt P
    13. Posted by Matt P Thu Sep 03, 2009 4:12 pm EDT

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    I hate celtic fans posting on detroit news good pickup but hes old but we need big man
  14. Copeman Blvd.
    14. Posted by Copeman Blvd. Thu Sep 03, 2009 7:14 pm EDT

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    The Pistons are the smartest team in the NBA.
  15. dam45g
    15. Posted by dam45g Thu Sep 03, 2009 3:34 pm EDT

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    Let me start by saying that both additions are key. The Pistons, Celtics and Cavs can play with all the teams in the West. Cassell, is a floor leader. That is what the second team there needed. To get the scores the ball in good situations and run the offense. Perfect fit. Pistons adding Ratliff is what they need. At Center they were missing some size, shot blocking and he can hit that 6 to 12 foot jumper. Perfect fit. Cavs big tread got them what they were lacking. Wallace rebounding and shot blocking = more shots, And they added shooters. I think the only Team that these teams do not match up with is Lakers, but these are leveling the field with these moves.
  16. Nick
    16. Posted by Nick Thu Sep 03, 2009 8:18 pm EDT

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    Joe D. is the smartest man in Basketball. The Pistons are considered one of the best teams in the NBA and they do not have a superstar on the team. Joe D knows how a team works and is very good at judging chemistry. He has made a few mistakes (i.e. Darko), but Ratliff is a fine team player and should mesh well with both the Pistons veterans and the Pistons young guns. Welcome Back Theo!
  17. Matthew O
    17. Posted by Matthew O Thu Sep 03, 2009 7:24 pm EDT

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    4 blocks a game = no one drives to the basket, well the few who do go there thinking more about getting stuffed than putting it in. and 15 min a game of making outside players jump shooters on already great defenders (if he proves he still throws great block parties) that is 15 min of slowing his guy and at least 2 others on the offensive end. and defensive stops are worth more than points, especially when it leads to fast breaks
  18. Anton
    18. Posted by Anton Thu Sep 03, 2009 9:48 pm EDT

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    It's going to be the Pistons vs. the Celts in the Eastern finals. And with the young players showing the Pistons a promising potential future, it's going to be a great matchup. All seven games will be played.
  19. ChuckFromDetroit
    19. Posted by ChuckFromDetroit Thu Sep 03, 2009 3:27 pm EDT

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    Theo's coming back to Motown? Hunter came back and they won the championship. Theo would be a good move. Like to see him back here.
    Hey Emperor....I would'nt rule out the Cavs beating one of those teams though. The Pistons V. Celtics would be great for Basketball. An old rivalry back again. Lenny. Lenny. Lenny. Just make sure you tell the authorities your new home address if you move.
  20. formersotan
    20. Posted by formersotan Thu Sep 03, 2009 4:01 pm EDT

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    I wonder how much total $$$$$ the Wolves will end up paying in 2007-2008 to "McFail's Navy" to either sit on the bench or to just go away?
    The list is so long I tend to lose track;
    Thud
    Howard
    Walker
    Theo
    Who have I missed?
    Other than the New York has any front office ever wasted this much money?
  21. Claude M
    21. Posted by Claude M Thu Sep 03, 2009 3:58 pm EDT

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    I'm surprised he isn't hurt! This guy hasn't played a whole season ever, nor is he worth veteran money. I am surprised he has been able to stay in the NBA! If he goes to the Celtics that will just be one more player on injured reserve! LAKER BALL BABY!
  22. Claude M
    22. Posted by Claude M Thu Sep 03, 2009 3:58 pm EDT

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    In fact, he should join Steve Kerr's retirement village, the PHOENIX SUNS! LAKER BALL BABY!
  23. Dan S
    23. Posted by Dan S Thu Sep 03, 2009 4:33 pm EDT

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    The Celtics are good but they arent that good. The Pistons do have the same team they have had the past 5 years but they know what it takes to WIN. The Celtics are filled with a bunch of guys who have never accomplished anything in the playoffs. Its a whole nother world in the playoffs and I dont think Boston will be ready for it. They have been the laughing stock of the league the past 3 years until this year. Those 3 guys cant change what the Pistons 5 plus solid bench brings each night. The Pistons will reach the East Finals again but this time will face Orlando as the Celtics will loose to Orlando in the 2nd round. Detroit will face Cleveland in round 2 and win. Detroit over Orlando in the East... Phoenix over Utah in the West and Detroit NBA Champs. Nuff said.
  24. Leff NutZ
    24. Posted by Leff NutZ Thu Sep 03, 2009 6:48 pm EDT

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    Can't disagree with Dan to much, but SA over Utah, SA REPEATS!!
  25. aaron k
    25. Posted by aaron k Thu Sep 03, 2009 4:55 pm EDT

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    Hey 28, you forgot Beno Udrih too

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