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Canadian Steve Nash will make his eighth appearance at the NBA All-Star Game later this month, and his sixth as a member of the Phoenix Suns. cheap jerseys from china . While Nash has embodied basketball in Arizona, rumours continue to swirl regarding a possible trade that could land the veteran point guard with a contender. "I would understand if they wanted to trade me right now and I understand if they want to keep me," said Nash. "Its a business and our team is in transition and we are not as talented as we have been in the past." The Suns are currently third in the Pacific division and 12th in the Western Conference, three games back of the final playoff spot. "We were out of the playoffs [last] year and we are not in the picture this year as we speak, so I would understand if they want to make moves," he added. Nash is the fifth-oldest player in the NBA today at age 38, but that hasnt slowed him down this season. Nash is still averaging over 31 minutes a game and his field goal and three point percentages this year are career highs. Nash is also leading the league in assists, with 10.1 per game. "In some respects, its hard to change," explained the two-time NBA MVP. "Ive always had that underdog mentality. In some ways Ive always had to prove myself, but its nothing wild or radical or I really have a chip on my shoulder but the competitive fire is there." Nash remains loyal to teammates in Phoenix, but that hasnt stopped fans from lobbying to see their favourite point guard moved to a playoff team with a real shot of winning a title. "Im flattered that people want me to succeed and frankly itd be a lot of fun to be on a contender but its not really in my place to ask for a trade," expressed Nash. "I feel a sense of loyalty to my teammates, the franchise and the fans so if they tell me to move on, or as potentially as a free agent and a better situation came, thats different but right now Im really happy to be part of the team and love my teammates and want the best for them when Im under contract." Nashs contract runs out at the end of the season, leading many to wonder if he will choose to leave the desert for greener pastures. "I have no idea what free agency is going to be like," admitted Nash. "I havent thought about moving on. I still feel a close kinship and a feeling for this franchise. I really dont know what to expect this summer." -With files from CTVs Jason Pires cheap jerseys .J. -- New Jersey agreed with Petr Sykora to terms of a one-year deal on Wednesday, completing the former Devils bid to return to the NHL after an 18-month absence. cheap nfl jerseys . - Gaston Fernandez is making the most of his new job with the Portland Timbers.CLEVELAND -- Former NFL quarterback Bernie Kosar pleaded no contest Monday to a reckless operation charge after blaming knee and ankle surgeries for not performing a field sobriety test during a traffic stop last year. Kosar had been charged with drunken-driving in September, but he entered a plea to the lesser charge and received a $750 fine and suspended jail sentence. He was pulled over for speeding in suburban Cleveland, and officers said they smelled a strong odour of alcohol. Kosar told an officer he couldnt perform the standard one-leg stand or walk and turn tests as he had undergone several surgeries on his knees and ankles because of his playing days. Attorney George Simon says theyre pleased with how the case was resolved. A police report said Kosar was driving 74 mph on a 50-mph limit street. According to the report, Kosar had slurred speech and difficulty speaking. Kosar, who played with Cleveland, Dallas and Miami, has publicly talked about how head injuries sustained during his NFL career have affected his sspeech, making him sometimes slur his words. jerseys from china. He has also been addicted to pain medications and had financial troubles. The Browns said last week that Kosar was being removed as a colour commentator for Clevelands preseason games. Kosar, 50, said he was removed because of slurred speech he attributes to "a direct result of the many concussions I received while playing in the NFL." WKYC-TV issued a statement disputing Kosars assertions. In announcing the decision, the Browns said they were in discussions with Kosar about "potential new roles" on pregame telecasts and on the teams website. Last summer, Kosar drew criticism for in-game comments about former St. Louis third-string quarterback Kellen Clemens, the Rams receivers and assistant coach Ray Sherman. The Browns apologized to the Rams and reprimanded Kosar. Kosar played for Cleveland from 1985 to 1992 and retired in 1996. He led Cleveland to three AFC title games and is one of Clevelands most beloved sports figures. cheap nfl jerseys cheap jerseys ' ' ' |
