Rename. Rebuild. Las Vegas Gamblers

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08/09 Roster

Starters



Bench



Staff

GM : Orlando Pond
Owner : Orlando Pond & David Sterling
Coach : Mike Dunleavy Sr.
Asst. Coaches : Jim Eyen, Kim Hughes, Rory White, Neal Meyer, & Fred Vinson
Trainer : Jasen Powell

Team History

The Gamblers began in 1970 as the Buffalo Braves. They were one of three franchises that joined the NBA in the 1970–71 season; the others were the Portland Trail Blazers and Cleveland Cavaliers. Because of the team's poor play in its final two years (30–52 in 1976–77 and 27–55 in 1977-78), along with rumors of the franchise relocating because of low season ticket sales, John Y. Brown met with the then-owner of the Celtics, Irv Levin and negotiated a deal in which the owners would swap franchises, in which Brown would take control of the Celtics and Levin would get the Braves. Levin was a California businessman, and wanted to own an NBA team in his native state. The deal was brokered by David Stern, the general counsel for the NBA who later became the league's commissioner in 1984. Following what would be the final season in western New York, the NBA owners voted 21-1 to let the Braves relocate. They moved to San Diego, California after the 1977-78 season, and became the San Diego Clippers. The 1981-82 season brought more changes to the Clipper franchise as Irv Levin sold the team to Los Angeles-area real estate developer and attorney Donald Sterling for $20 million. The Clippers' poor play in their final years in San Diego resulted in poor attendance with the team averaging only 4,500 fans per game. Sterling subsequently lobbied the NBA to relocate the team to his native Los Angeles. In 1984, the Clippers moved to Los Angeles, California, playing at the Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena. The Clippers, under head coach Jim Lynam finished with a disappointing 31-51 record. After 24 years, Donald Sterling sold 3/4 of his stocks to his young friend Orlando Pond. Then Pond decided to bring the franchise to his favorite city, Las Vegas. David Stern approved the proposal to bring a team to the Sin City while his concern on NBA betting games in this city will be terminated.

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STATS CENTRAL

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Los Angeles Clippers, sold out?

From Buffalo Braves to San Diego Clippers. From San Diego to Los Angeles. Now, Las Vegas will take centerstage as a new franchise will go play professional basketball in the Sin City.

Storyline:
Meet Orlando Pond. A 23-year old rich business man planning to go to U.S. and start a business. Is an NBA team the right one?
One day, Mr. Pond read a rumor on the internet. The Clippers are now for sale. Then he quickly get his phone, call the owner, Mr. Donald Sterling.
Pond: Hey Donald, is it true that you are selling your NBA team?
Sterling: Where have you read that? I think it's going to be good to be true.
Pond: Then consider it as sold...Aight?
Sterling: Are you sure? We're talking billions here. You're a young guy. Can you handle this?
Pond: You know me man. I'm the best among the rest. I don't care about the billions. I will care about the income.
Sterling: Oh. That's my man. C'mon, I'll just sell 3/4 of the stocks for you. I still want to help this team. And I want to help you also.
Pond: Ok. It's a deal right?
Sterling: Absolutely. We'll talk about the things later but I'll ask you...Do you want to still host in the L.A.?
Pond: I'm thinking of another place like Las Vegas. But I've heard the Commisioner still do not allow the Las Vegas thingy because of the betting game.
Sterling: Yeah but we can talk to him later about that.
Pond: Aight...Gotta go. ^^

to be continue...

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Team Updates::

1. Las Vegas Gamblers will be the new franchise name of the former Los Angeles Clippers.



2. The team adopted 11-out-of-15 players from the Clippers.
Baron Davis, Marcus Camby, Zach Randolph, Chris Kaman, Al Thornton, Eric Gordon, and Ricky Davis to name a few. Mardy Collins, Jason Hart, DeAndre Jordan, and Steve Novak to complete the list.



3. The team signed Jannero Pargo to complete its 12-man lineup. Pargo is the team's 3rd point guard.



4. Coach Mike Dunleavy Sr. will stay as the coach of the team. While owner Orlando Pond will take the GM position and Donald Sterling will be his
consultant.

[Robert]

A hope it works out A escited to see how this works out

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League News

1. Los Angeles Lakers to put finals loss behind them.



2. Big Three, hungry for more.



3. D'Antoni: I can win w/ this Knicks roster



4. Rose, Beasley, looking to make instant splash in NBA

[Pistol]

This looks fun to follow. Just a couple suggestions. Make the pics a little smaller maybe, so when your page gets longer it wont take forever to load and also try and make the pics the same size. It makes for a cleaner look. You have a follower in me and drop by my Thunder association if ya have the time.

[Robert]

Are you going to play a couple games or are you gonna do some trades right away

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This looks fun to follow. Just a couple suggestions. Make the pics a little smaller maybe, so when your page gets longer it wont take forever to load and also try and make the pics the same size. It makes for a cleaner look. You have a follower in me and drop by my Thunder association if ya have the time.

Thanks man. It's good to see some readers here. and tnx for the tip.

Are you going to play a couple games or are you gonna do some trades right away

I'm going to play a game per week then to weekly recaps.
and im planning to trade Kaman. any suggestions?

[humongousgravy]

yeah trade kaman for west, nene or someone. Keep the Cambyman

[Robert]

Man if its possible try to get West

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@ humongousgravy, @ Robert,

David West?

[Robert]

@ humongousgravy, @ Robert,

David West?

Yeah David West he has a nice mid-range game 2 can knock down the 17-foot shot all day

[Fcuk Orlando]

I like the look of the gamblers logo so far, I cant wait to see the jerseys!

[Robert]

Man I didn't know you could rename a team on 2k9

[makuletkaba]

I like the look of the gamblers logo so far, I cant wait to see the jerseys!

lol. you'll see the jerseys later. ill just post it later.

Man I didn't know you could rename a team on 2k9

I didn't rename.. I just created a team then enable the customize league.

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Big win in Gamblers' debut



It's former sister team was the first victim.

It was the former Clippers, now Gamblers, trash the Lakers, 101-87.

Ricky Davis posted 21 points, 8/12 FGs from the bench and Baron Davis put a double-double, 19 points and 11 assists to beat the last year's Western Conference Champions, Los Angeles Lakers.

The Gamblers played big and dominated the whole game as the Lakers didn't even tried to take the lead. Kobe Bryant tried to lift his team with his game-high 25 points.

"We've played a hell of a ballgame here." said Ricky Davis. "Everybody's helping out, on both sides." added R. Davis.

"They'd played good. We're shocked, actually." said Kobe Bryant.

Gamblers' next game will be versus Nuggets as B-Diddy and the new team will try to beat Melo's team.

Gamblers - 101
R. Davis - 21, B. Davis - 19, Gordon - 12, Camby - 11, Randolph - 8, Thornton - 7, Kaman - 6, Novak - 6, Pargo - 4, Collins - 3, Hart - 2, Jordan - 2

Lakers - 87
Bryant - 25, Farmar - 16, Gasol - 12, Bynum - 10, Fisher - 8, Odom - 6, Walton - 6, Powell - 4, Ariza - 0, Vujacic - 0

29-20, 54-37, 81-63, 101-87

[Robert]

A nice recap and really good win over one of the top teams

[makuletkaba]

A nice recap and really good win over one of the top teams

yes! im surprised ive beaten lakers.

[C-77]

wow you really did trash the lakers!,and good game by Ricky Davis

[Martti.]

Interesting scenario! It does have originality!

And a good win against the Lakers.

[kibaxx7]

Both Davis had a great game. You didn't change the jerseys?

Stop by my association later if you have time man.

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Nuggets steal one from Gamblers.

Chauncey Billups chipped in 32 points and dished out 13 assists as the Nuggets beat Gamblers, 109-104.

Carmelo Anthony added 24 points and reserve J.R. Smith scored 23 points for the Nuggets who played great basketball on the 2nd half. They outscored the Gamblers, 59-50 on 2nd half compare to 1st half, 50-54.

It was a very close game but a big defensive play by the Nuggets put a gap between the two teams as Chris Andersen blocked Jannero Pargo's layup within 1:19 at the fourth quarter. Gamblers tried to comeback with Thornton and Davis both made a 3 pointer with 1 minute left. But Billups' free throws made a difference.

Baron Davis also made a double-double for his team with 20 points and 14 assists.

Gamblers - 104
B. Davis - 20, Randolph - 16, R. Davis - 16, Kaman - 14, Thornton - 12, Camby - 12, Gordon - 8, Pargo - 4, Novak - 2, Collins - 0, Hart - 0, Jordan - 0

Nuggets - 109
Billups - 32, Anthony - 24, Smith - 23, Martin - 10, Carter - 8, Nene - 6, Jones - 4, Andersen - 2

31-25, 54-50, 81-82, 104-109

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Gamblers easily handle the Jazz

Jannero Pargo was the key to success for the Gamblers this game as he drew a big game with the Gamblers winning, 103-73.

Pargo scored his 15 out of his 19 points in the second quarter and made a big run, 21-2 blast. Baron Davis led all scorers with 22, and also led in assists with 8. Gamblers defensive plays was terrific as they only allowed Deron Williams, Jazz leader in scoring this game, with only 14 points. Marcus Camby made his second double-double night with 14 points and 14 rebounds.

Gamblers - 103
B. Davis - 22, Thornton - 20, Pargo - 19, Camby - 14, R. Davis - 12, Randolph - 6, Kaman - 4, Collins - 2, Gordon - 2, Jordan - 2, Hart - 0, Novak - 0

Jazz - 73
Williams - 14, Miles - 10, Kirilenko - 10, Okur - 9, Price - 9, Brewer - 8, Boozer - 6, Korver - 5, Milsap - 2, Koufos - 0


19-18, 49-39, 72-57, 103-73

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wow you really did trash the lakers!,and good game by Ricky Davis

yes. he's my sixth man.

Interesting scenario! It does have originality! And a good win against the Lakers.

Thanks

Both Davis had a great game. You didn't change the jerseys?

Stop by my association later if you have time man.

its a created team, it does have its own jerseys.

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Week 1

Top 3 NEWS

- Cavs and Lakers, struggling?

Both teams are struggling, with Cavs on 3-game losing slate and Lakers with 2 losses and 1 win at their home. The top two superstars in the NBA today looks to struggle. Will this continue or will they come back?

- Thunder & Gamblers, streaking?

While the top players' teams are struggling, the two new latest team to join the NBA as replacements are on fire. Thunder played big in their first game with Durant's 3-pointer buzzer beater. While Gamblers looks scarier than the Clippers as they beat the two of the top teams from the West, Lakers and Jazz. Will they conquer the NBA and enter the playoffs with its debut year?

- D. Fisher, on the block?

With the Lakers struggling, its common to have some rumors that some players will be traded but today, Phil Jackson said that their traditional guard, Derek Fisher, wants to part ways with the team because of the low level of minutes he's playing with Jordan Farmar taking over the guard spot. Rumor is that Bucks, Grizzlies, and the Nets are interested. Also on the block as of today is Rasual Butler from the Hornets.


Players of the Week

Chris Paul

22.3 PPG
9 RPG
11.3 APG
3.3 SPG

Dwayne Wade

28 PPG
9 RPG
6 APG
2.7 SPG
2.3 BPG