Post by gp on Mar 14, 2010 16:33:00 GMT -5
BBS GM of the Year Award Nominees
The annual BBS GM of the Year award goes to the team owner that exemplifies the best managing and direction of a team during the regular season. While a number of GMs deserve consideration, only one GM can stand out from the others and win this award. This can mostly be derived from his team’s performance, moves during the season, drafting ability and overall ability to succeed in this league.
Without further ado, here are the candidates for the 1995 BBS GM of the Year award. In order for a GM to win, he must receive the most votes by the time the BBS Finals have been completed. If there is another GM that deserves consideration, please vote in the other (write in vote) and indicate your pick in your post (serious votes only). Also, keep in mind the order of these nominees are not in any particular order. In the event of a tie, both GMs will be named Co-GMs of the year. Happy Voting!
OFFICIAL NOMINEES:[/u]
Ducky
Resume:
W/L record: 67-15
Reg. Season finish: 1st Place Western Conference, Midwest Division
Outlook:
Ducky has an excellent change to capture his first BBS GMOY award in BBS volume 4. He has done an intricate in job in surrounding his superior talent with key role players like big men Alton Lister and Antonio Davis as well as Malik Sealy and Clifford Robinson. Point guard Gary Payton is the finest point guard in BBS right now and truly emerged to take the reins of the best team in BBS this season. Couple Payton with one of the best young forwards in the game in Larry Johnson, Ducky may have the formula for a championship season in 1995.
Spencer
Resume:
W/L record: 66-16
Reg. Season finish: 1st Place Eastern Conference, Atlantic Division
Outlook:
The commish took over and took the Magic to new heights this season. This year marks the third season the Magic have reached the playoffs and look even stronger than ever to make an appearance in the BBS Finals. Martin completed some shrewd moves during the season by trading for strong defenders but also underrated players like Doug Christie, Joe Wolf and Scott Williams and kept cornerstone player Barkley in a Magic uniform. The Magic also feature one of the best shooting backcourts in the entire league with Steve Kerr, Dan Majerle, Hubert Davis and Christie, who all combined to shoot over 40% from three point territory this season. The Magic will surely be force to be reckoned with during this year’s playoffs thanks for Martin’s efforts.
Dan Basone
Resume:
W/L record: 61-21
Reg. Season finish: 2nd Place Western Conference, 1st place Pacific Division
Outlook:
Basone boasts the strongest frontline of any team west of the Mason-Dixon Line. There are few teams that can match up with power and size of the formidable Shaquille O’Neal and Alonzo Mourning tandem. He also orchestrated a trade with the Knicks to bolster his guard play by bringing in Steve Smith and Danny Manning in exchange for Reggie Lewis and Dennis Rodman. The only Achilles’ heal the Blazers may have is lack of depth in case of an injury, but overall they should wreak havoc on any team they face in the playoffs and should deserve some GMOY consideration for his team’s play (best home record in the league) and moves during the season.
Play
Resume:
W/L record: 44-38
Reg. Season finish: 8th Place Eastern Conference, 4th Place Central Division
Outlook:
On paper, the Bulls seem to be overachievers this season but considering their 29-win mark last year, Play has improved this team quite a bit. It began with the signing of sleeper Jimmy King, who would later earn a spot in the All-Rookie 1st team and be the third leading scorer on the Bulls. Play also found a balance of playing Penny Hardaway in a sixth man role behind point guard Charlie Ward and King. He also helped the development of Glenn Robinson who had his strongest season in only his second year out of Purdue. With only their second playoff appearance under their belt and a decent amount of cap room available this off-season, Play’s Bulls could be even better in 1996.
Greg
W/L record: 55-27
Reg. Season finish: 4th Place Western Conference, 2nd Place MidWest Division
Outlook:
Facing a Contract Year, Greg exceeded expectations and carried the Mavs to one of their best seasons ever. Through savvy moves such acquiring Glen Rice from the Thunder and even picking up an overpaid but effective Lionel Simmons at the deadline, have equipped the Mavs with a strong club going into the postseason. Point guard Kenny Anderson has also came out of his shell to lead the Mavs to a winning season after Mavs only gone to the postseason once before. Patrick Ewing and Rik Smits should also challenge the O’Neal/Zo tandem in the West Finals possibly if all goes according to their plans.
DJ
W/L record: 49-33
Reg. Season finish: 5th Place Eastern Conference, 2nd Place Central Division
Perhaps more than any other GM in the league, DJ has the power to transform seemingly ordinary, average players into sought after commodities after they are developed. A move from shooting guard to point guard made Dell Curry an All-League Second Team selection over New York’s John Starks and only on a one year deal. Also, he picked up Chuck Person a mid-level exception deal and he has established himself as a top scoring option in the league. Two underrated bigs in Felton Spencer and Oliver Miller also make this team a tough matchup down low because of their strength and priority on getting blocks and rebounds. DJ always knows how to pick up and construct these teams but never really has them in demand on the trade block.
Insane
W/L record: 40-42
Reg. Season finish: 8Th Place Western Conference, 5th place MidWest Division
A 16 win improvement from last season garners enough attention for Insane to receive some GMOY consideration. Although his No. 1 pick, Allen Iverson, didn’t win ROY, he is by far better rated to be a beast in this league perhaps a perennial MVP candidate after receiving much fuss over picking AI over Kevin Garnett and Tim Duncan. Insane also picked up Isiah Rider to team with Iverson in the backcourt from Miami, as well as Mookie Blaylock from New Orleans and big man Greg Foster from Denver to secure the frontline. Memphis has room to grow and has already made strides with their fourth postseason appearance.
Honorable Mention:
Skillz
W/L record: 52-30
Reg. Season finish: 3rd Place Eastern Conference, 2nd Place Atlantic Division
Jah
W/L record: 49-33
Reg. Season finish: 6th Place Eastern Conference, 4th Place Atlantic Division
Matt
W/L record: 49-33
Reg. Season finish: 5th Place Western Conference, 3rd Place MidWest Division
UkFanJohn
W/L record: 57-25
Reg. Season finish: 2nd Place Eastern Conference, 1st Place Central Division
Mark
W/L record: 57-25
Reg. Season finish: 3rd Place Western Conference, 2nd Place Pacific Division
The annual BBS GM of the Year award goes to the team owner that exemplifies the best managing and direction of a team during the regular season. While a number of GMs deserve consideration, only one GM can stand out from the others and win this award. This can mostly be derived from his team’s performance, moves during the season, drafting ability and overall ability to succeed in this league.
Without further ado, here are the candidates for the 1995 BBS GM of the Year award. In order for a GM to win, he must receive the most votes by the time the BBS Finals have been completed. If there is another GM that deserves consideration, please vote in the other (write in vote) and indicate your pick in your post (serious votes only). Also, keep in mind the order of these nominees are not in any particular order. In the event of a tie, both GMs will be named Co-GMs of the year. Happy Voting!
OFFICIAL NOMINEES:[/u]
Ducky
Resume:
W/L record: 67-15
Reg. Season finish: 1st Place Western Conference, Midwest Division
Outlook:
Ducky has an excellent change to capture his first BBS GMOY award in BBS volume 4. He has done an intricate in job in surrounding his superior talent with key role players like big men Alton Lister and Antonio Davis as well as Malik Sealy and Clifford Robinson. Point guard Gary Payton is the finest point guard in BBS right now and truly emerged to take the reins of the best team in BBS this season. Couple Payton with one of the best young forwards in the game in Larry Johnson, Ducky may have the formula for a championship season in 1995.
Spencer
Resume:
W/L record: 66-16
Reg. Season finish: 1st Place Eastern Conference, Atlantic Division
Outlook:
The commish took over and took the Magic to new heights this season. This year marks the third season the Magic have reached the playoffs and look even stronger than ever to make an appearance in the BBS Finals. Martin completed some shrewd moves during the season by trading for strong defenders but also underrated players like Doug Christie, Joe Wolf and Scott Williams and kept cornerstone player Barkley in a Magic uniform. The Magic also feature one of the best shooting backcourts in the entire league with Steve Kerr, Dan Majerle, Hubert Davis and Christie, who all combined to shoot over 40% from three point territory this season. The Magic will surely be force to be reckoned with during this year’s playoffs thanks for Martin’s efforts.
Dan Basone
Resume:
W/L record: 61-21
Reg. Season finish: 2nd Place Western Conference, 1st place Pacific Division
Outlook:
Basone boasts the strongest frontline of any team west of the Mason-Dixon Line. There are few teams that can match up with power and size of the formidable Shaquille O’Neal and Alonzo Mourning tandem. He also orchestrated a trade with the Knicks to bolster his guard play by bringing in Steve Smith and Danny Manning in exchange for Reggie Lewis and Dennis Rodman. The only Achilles’ heal the Blazers may have is lack of depth in case of an injury, but overall they should wreak havoc on any team they face in the playoffs and should deserve some GMOY consideration for his team’s play (best home record in the league) and moves during the season.
Play
Resume:
W/L record: 44-38
Reg. Season finish: 8th Place Eastern Conference, 4th Place Central Division
Outlook:
On paper, the Bulls seem to be overachievers this season but considering their 29-win mark last year, Play has improved this team quite a bit. It began with the signing of sleeper Jimmy King, who would later earn a spot in the All-Rookie 1st team and be the third leading scorer on the Bulls. Play also found a balance of playing Penny Hardaway in a sixth man role behind point guard Charlie Ward and King. He also helped the development of Glenn Robinson who had his strongest season in only his second year out of Purdue. With only their second playoff appearance under their belt and a decent amount of cap room available this off-season, Play’s Bulls could be even better in 1996.
Greg
W/L record: 55-27
Reg. Season finish: 4th Place Western Conference, 2nd Place MidWest Division
Outlook:
Facing a Contract Year, Greg exceeded expectations and carried the Mavs to one of their best seasons ever. Through savvy moves such acquiring Glen Rice from the Thunder and even picking up an overpaid but effective Lionel Simmons at the deadline, have equipped the Mavs with a strong club going into the postseason. Point guard Kenny Anderson has also came out of his shell to lead the Mavs to a winning season after Mavs only gone to the postseason once before. Patrick Ewing and Rik Smits should also challenge the O’Neal/Zo tandem in the West Finals possibly if all goes according to their plans.
DJ
W/L record: 49-33
Reg. Season finish: 5th Place Eastern Conference, 2nd Place Central Division
Perhaps more than any other GM in the league, DJ has the power to transform seemingly ordinary, average players into sought after commodities after they are developed. A move from shooting guard to point guard made Dell Curry an All-League Second Team selection over New York’s John Starks and only on a one year deal. Also, he picked up Chuck Person a mid-level exception deal and he has established himself as a top scoring option in the league. Two underrated bigs in Felton Spencer and Oliver Miller also make this team a tough matchup down low because of their strength and priority on getting blocks and rebounds. DJ always knows how to pick up and construct these teams but never really has them in demand on the trade block.
Insane
W/L record: 40-42
Reg. Season finish: 8Th Place Western Conference, 5th place MidWest Division
A 16 win improvement from last season garners enough attention for Insane to receive some GMOY consideration. Although his No. 1 pick, Allen Iverson, didn’t win ROY, he is by far better rated to be a beast in this league perhaps a perennial MVP candidate after receiving much fuss over picking AI over Kevin Garnett and Tim Duncan. Insane also picked up Isiah Rider to team with Iverson in the backcourt from Miami, as well as Mookie Blaylock from New Orleans and big man Greg Foster from Denver to secure the frontline. Memphis has room to grow and has already made strides with their fourth postseason appearance.
Honorable Mention:
Skillz
W/L record: 52-30
Reg. Season finish: 3rd Place Eastern Conference, 2nd Place Atlantic Division
Jah
W/L record: 49-33
Reg. Season finish: 6th Place Eastern Conference, 4th Place Atlantic Division
Matt
W/L record: 49-33
Reg. Season finish: 5th Place Western Conference, 3rd Place MidWest Division
UkFanJohn
W/L record: 57-25
Reg. Season finish: 2nd Place Eastern Conference, 1st Place Central Division
Mark
W/L record: 57-25
Reg. Season finish: 3rd Place Western Conference, 2nd Place Pacific Division
