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Dirk Nowitzki and the Mavericks agree to a deal worth $80 million over four years, including a no-trade clause.

Paul Pierce and the Celtics agree to a deal worth $61 million over four years.

Both players do not take the maximum to leave room for the greater good of their respective teams. The Mavs hope to land a viable sidekick for Dirk and the Celts hope to re-sign Ray Allen.

Good days for Dallas and Boston. Can't wait for these jerseys to hang in the rafters.

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why ron artest had a better day than you

I don't know what was better about Artest's Game 7 showcase of manliness, humility and swag. Was it the dagger 3 that Paul Pierce practically dared him to take? Maybe the kisses blown to the crowd interrupted by his barking of defensive assignments to his lesser teammates? Could it be that he destroyed a franchise and delivered a championship to another? Should i even mention the post-game interview?

Nah.



Here's to the rest of American youth thanking their hood following moments of grandeur.

And to think, Coach Zen didn't even want him too shoot. Did our bipolar hero listen?

Nah.