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Celtics forward James Posey's agent, Mark Bartelstien, said Sunday that there could be "something" contract-wise for his client on Monday. Bartelstien would not divulge the interested teams, but an NBA source said that the Hornets seem to be Boston's main competition. The Celtics seem willing to give Posey the full $5.5 mid-level exception, but it seems doubtful that it will be offered more than two years. The 31-year-old seems interested in getting a four-year deal. Other teams potentially interested in Posey include Detroit, Washington and Cleveland.

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James Posey, AP James Posey, AP
July 14, 2008  05:03 AM ET

Thanks for the non-story T&R. Why don't you get back to us when there IS a decision of some type? Much appreciated.

July 14, 2008  05:42 AM ET

In other news, Steve Nash said he was still going to play point guard next season, and Ron Artest put the over and under on how many games till he whiggs out on the court at 27.

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July 14, 2008  05:50 AM ET

So he has to decide if he wants another ring or more $. Non-story.

July 14, 2008  08:11 AM ET

What moron is going to give this guy for years at the full MLE?

July 14, 2008  08:34 AM ET

Would they come on already, dang..This went on long enough..If he wants to sign and get another ring, fine..If not, bye..I like Posey but this went on long enough...*very irritated*

July 14, 2008  08:44 AM ET

Give 2 years, not 3 or 4......After 30 players start to gradually go downhill

July 14, 2008  08:50 AM ET

In other news, the sun set last night and rose again this morning, stunning astrology experts.

July 14, 2008  09:04 AM ET

He better take what is on the table and play for a winner.. give this genius a short deadline and move on...

July 14, 2008  09:15 AM ET

It's a choice for Posey,
who will go where it's rosy.
He can stay in Bean Town,
or he can wear a clean gown.
If he goes to the Big Easy,
things may get queasy,
where the fast-paced game of ball,
at the hands of Chris Paul,
makes things interesting indeed,
if they take the West's top seed.
The ring is at stake,
so James - don't make a mistake!!
- JL

July 14, 2008  09:33 AM ET

C'mon James, come back to Boston and defend that title!

July 14, 2008  10:14 AM ET

Oh another story on James Posey,
Stay in Boston where things are Rosey,
Can't blame for wanting a 4 yr deal,
You are 30, but its time to get real,
How about a 3yr MLE at best,
Stick with KG and pound your chest,
Please stay in Boston where you kick ****,
Ray hits 3's and Perkins pounds the glass,
We all want number 18 and thats The Truth,
Just like that guy in Goonies...Baby Ruth!

Be a real man and defend your title ring,
This way JL and I won't have to sing,
His raps are ill'n and maybe the best,
Team up with KG again and put this to rest.

- Stildo

PS - Shout out to JL

July 14, 2008  10:16 AM ET

Dear notbychoice and djroxalot have you 2 morons ever heard of Bruce Bowen!!!!! Posey is a defensive specialist he can play way past another 4 years!!! You JAGBAGS!!!!!!

July 14, 2008  10:29 AM ET

coming back would make him an even ibber fan favorite than he already was

July 14, 2008  11:07 AM ET

Posey has shown no signs of decline. Boston would be smart to keep him. He's a legitimate 3 point threat, and an excellent defender. Give the guy his money and move on to more pressing matters. Pat Riley made the same mistake. Look how that turned out.

July 14, 2008  11:36 AM ET

He is FOOLISH if he goes anywhere else........
unless some other team is blowing the mid-level offer out of the water-
which is unlikely- or else he would've taken that already

July 14, 2008  11:44 AM ET

Jay L. u mad nice with the rhymes yo lemme try 1:
Posey or as i call him the defensive clutch,
that can shoot & play d so much.
he has nba rings not a grammy,
he should remain a celtic wouldnt mind if he came back 2 miami.
this is 1 guy in the leauge that should never be dissed,
if it ever happened i sure would be pissed.
still think he sould return 2 miami as such,
but its the choice of the 1 & only defensive clutch.

July 14, 2008  11:46 AM ET

bruce bowen is an idiot he doesnt play D he hacks people like he wants 2 over touch guys ever notice that his voice is a bit soft for a guy ......nuff said.

July 14, 2008  11:48 AM ET

The Lakers need to make of a push for him. He was HUGE in the Finals and he is the type of player the Lakers need to improve toughness. He hit big shots and played hard-nosed defense. That's exactly what they need.

 
July 14, 2008  11:52 AM ET

Just stay with the Celtics, James.

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