Archive for the 'Yi Jianlian' Category

The 14th biggest story of the offseason is over, as difficult-to-sign #6 pick Yi Jianlian has finally signed a deal to play for the Milwaukee Bucks.
Bucks GM and casual stand-up comedian (we can’t find the post to reference this, sorry) recently took a trip overseas to sway the man’s reps with his subtle wits […]

We’re sure you’re busy making plans for your own personal contributions to the Alonzo Mourning Farewell Tour, but we think it’s equally important that you check in on the goings-on with Bucks draft pick Mr. Yi Jianlian and the team’s ongoing struggle to get him to play for them.
The whole mess has a new snag […]

While top pick Greg Oden genuinely seems happy and humbled (through the use of non-capitalization, no less) to be a member of the Portland Trailblazers, #6 pick Yi Jianlian is about 179 degrees the other direction when it comes to being a Milwaukee Buck.
This was all somewhat expected, and now it’s official - Yi’s reps […]

Since we’re vehemently opposed to mock drafts, we suppose we must find some way to address who gets picked where in Thursday’s NBA Draft.
(Before we’re accused of it, let’s just admit it. Yes, we’re opposed to mock drafts because everyone else does them.)
One of the big wildcard picks is bound to be Chinese prospect […]