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Valenti's Five Things

1. Has anyone noticed that John Kuester is STILL Pistons head coach? Few weeks back it seemed it was a formality he would be let go but now as we head towards the lottery selection things have been eerily silent.

2. Seems like I get emails daily asking me what is my favorite Pizza in the area. Last time…here we go…Tivoli's out in Utica and Supino Pizza in Detroit. Stop emailing.

3. Anyone noticed just how old Tim Duncan looks this playoff season? I'm talking fossil old. Like might need to hang them up immediately old. Guy is one of the best ever and all class…but this is sad.

4. Alex Avila is white hot right now and you gotta wonder how long he can keep this up. Is he better than his putrid start? Yes. Is he anything close to the Joe Mauer clone we have seen the past week or so. No. I still believe he is a .260 hitter with adequate power for the position. It will be his defense, not his bat, which will determine whether he makes it.

5. On record, last time. I think the Lions are taking a Defensive End on Draft night…I want it and I really get the sense it may actually happen. Sleeper pick

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