Written by: LarryMac
11/14/2008 11:17 AM

Since it's come up a couple of times on the show and I've made no secret of my feelings on the matter, here is some reading for those who want to know why I get so hot about Boozer.  This seemed like as good a time as any to throw it out there since we'll be seeing him and the Utah Jazz on Saturday night.

For the record, I almost never have a problem with a guy doing what's best for him and following the money.  There are exceptions, though.  There are things that, well, you just shouldn't do.  Holding out when you're under contract is one, the crap that manny Ramirez pulled to get out of Boston this year is another (which would have me a lot more upset had he not done it to Boston) and there are a few others.  None of them can touch this, though.

Miscalculation or mistrust? (July 9, 2004: ESPN.com)

Cavs out after 'understanding' falls apart (July 11, 2004: ESPN.com)

Boozer reportedly hurt by reaction to Jazz deal (July 12, 2004: ESPN.com)

Pelinka and client criticized after Jazz deal (July 13, 2004: ESPN.com)
-It's always bad when your agent and his firm don't want you to damage THEIR reputation

Gund: Trust with Boozer 'was broken' (July 14, 2004: Associated Press/ESPN)
-It's even worse when your former agent walks away and says that he won't be accepting the $2.7 million commission on your new contract

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