Title: Theo's back with the 'Stonz
zeke11 - February 29, 2008 04:39 PM (GMT)
| QUOTE |
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. |
Wallace2X - February 29, 2008 08:11 PM (GMT)
I think this is a good move to get Theo back.
zeke11 - February 29, 2008 08:20 PM (GMT)
He doesn't have the size of Dale Davis, but he's younger and a lot more versatile. He'll make a better mentor for Amir Johnson. Let's just hope he's healthy.
Piston1989 - March 3, 2008 06:04 AM (GMT)
if he stays healthy it will for sure be a great move.
pistonnick13 - March 3, 2008 04:26 PM (GMT)
nope he wont play much. we'll give him the nazr and davis treatment. were fine without him.
ChainLink - March 6, 2008 07:58 AM (GMT)
He's still the 5th big man, but still if we're going to find someone to fill that role, I'd rather have a guy I know is still playing in this league, as opposed to Dale who is pretty much retired.
pistonnick13 - March 6, 2008 05:01 PM (GMT)
i didnt know he led the league in blocks a couple times. that really helps. but Juan Dixon and Theo Ratliff vs Sam Cassell and PJ Brown isnt a good matchup for us.
LeadingLady - March 10, 2008 02:16 PM (GMT)
after watching him play in place of sheed, i must say, i like what i see. that boy got it. i just hope he can keep it up, his game looks tight to me