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Why Roy Hibbert Opting In Might Be a Good Thing

Long-time Indianapolis Star columnist and current WTHR writer Bob Kravitz wrote a column about Roy Hibbert. The general gist is that, at his best, the 7’2″ former All-Star is a hulking ball of fury who we once saw — there is video evidence — devour the New York Knicks and Miami Heat whole in back-to-back playoff series.

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But he hasn’t been his best for a while. Not since around the time of the “selfish guys” comment.

If that guy ever comes back though? Look out.

And what better to rewake the dragon then a GM daring him to leave the team for nothing, a franchise drafting his replacement, a payday to earn, and a general sense of pride to be one of the best centers in the league?