Navarro returning back to Spain

[MapleLeaf]

it's on hoopshype but it's in a different language.

According to (Chris) Wallace, Navarro has signed a four-year deal with FC Barcelona for the equivalent of $20-$24 million.

Well, that experiment didn't exactly turn out so well, did it? It's not a disaster by any means, but the fact that the Washington Wizards are still owed a well-protected first round pick will have to linger in the back of the minds of many fans. As Herrington noted, they took a calculated risk and it didn't pan out.

I understand the many reasons that JCN decided to return to Spain, not the least of which was the money. I must say that I am disappointed that I won't see him in FedEx Forum next season, though, as his enthusiasm and flair were a source of uplifting entertainment during a dismal period.

The other question that seems obvious is whether or not this will have any effect on Wallace's attempts to lure F/C Marc Gasol to play on Beale Street. That should prove to be an interesting story to track over the next couple of months.

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From a Grizzlies blog

 

[AirForceFlash_3]

It seems all these foreign players are all returning. First Garbajosa now Navarro and next maybe Marc Gasol. Maybe teams will take less risks on foreign players now. And last year I wanted Navarro on the Heat, good thing it didn't happen.

 

[.GR]

Didnt AK47 talk about returning last year also?

 

[DJT]

I don't think so. AK talked about being traded, cause him and Jerry had a little spat, but they worked it out and he is all good.

But man Navarro leaving makes me really mad. He was a good player and did well when he got time. Dang really sucks to see him go.