I was hoping for Camby or Kirilenko to win it, but with their injuries this year it doesn't look too likely. Who do you think will win it?
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Ben Wallace.  Case closed.  He is the best defensive player that has come along since MJ, and probably the best all-around defensive center (despite being only 6'7", not 6'9" as he is listed) since Hakeem, and perhaps since Bill Russell.  This award should belong to him until he decides he doesn't want it anymore.
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I think we're all excited to see Royce Gracie And Matt Hughes (only 3 more weeks!).  But I want to see St. Pierre and Hughes fight again.  I am a huge St. Pierre fan.  I think any fight with Diego Sanchez will be awesome!
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It’s so early in the game, but at this rate, I believe either\nDavid\nClaire\nGaelan\n(maybe) Jamie \nhave a chance in being part of the finalists!\n\nWe should be SOOOOO over BB by now!
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Hughes and sylvia will still be the champs,\n\nWho the fuckk says they don't deserve their title anymore! What the f are you talking about little boy\n\nMatt  has the record for defending his title and is now being considered the best in the world
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Russia is one of my favorite , its obvious that they will be competing for the  gold medal at least . I would put Finland on 2 nd place and Belarus on 3rd . Belarus is very strong and potential . So called "dark horse"  . You never know what to expect from them , despite recent loss to Sweden . Its because Belarus ruled by dictator like in Soviet Union times .  Lukashenko said " You have to get a medal  " .
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Two South American midfielders would get my vote... Either Kaka or Maxi Rodriguez would be fine to win this award as they are both young, brilliant on and off the ball, and make the players around them better...  It remains to be seen though, as Patrick Vieira is finally hitting his stride (the perfect captain for that French side if you ask me!), and it seems to me that a sleeping giant (no pun intended) has been awakened in Ronaldo!  If he has found his form, then he will end up being the most deadly striker at this tournament and I do not envy the task of any defender who has to mark him!  Finally it is worth mentioning that Alonso of Spain has been the biggest factor in their success thus far.  He makes those around him better and is absolutely lethal from a dead-ball situation!
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i think it will be danny green who wins the boxing match. Anthony Mundine will find it hard to win.
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Probably Terry and Carragher.\nCampbell has been out for long periods this season and doesn't look the same player he was a few years ago\nFerdinand has been making basic errors.  You can't do that in a cup competition because 1 mistake could be the goal that sends you home.\nThe two who have been most solid all season are JT and JC.  They are also in the clubs with the best defensive records this season.\nDoes that help, Mr Erikssen?  Now go win the trophy!
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Netherlands! They have a valuable team this year. I want them to win the trophy.
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I asked Gary Thorne (ESPN commentator and USA Today columnist) a couple of weeks ago regarding this on a USA Today chat.  He mentions Daniel Briere but goes on to say it was way too early to determine the Conn Smythe winner.  It's probably still a little early to guess until we have the finals set this evening (or tomorrow morning).  If I had to give my answer right away, I'd go with either of the following:  Daniel Briere, Eric Staal, Cory Stillman, Cam Ward, Dwayne Rolosson or Ryan Miller.
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I love Chris Kat and Pickler. Taylor I knew from the start that he would go far. I think he is going to make it to the final 3 or 4, not win. Chris and Kat are just too good and liked by too many people.
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Georges St-Pierre  is the complete package. His speed, strength, and well rounded skills are as impressive as I've seen. \n  Matt Hughes has an iron will, a wealth of experience, and is physically strong with an improving  submission game.\n   St-Pierre seems to be peaking at the right time. I think he'll come out with a lot of movement and when they get on the ground, I believe GSP will also win that battle. His passing is excellent, and he maintains outstanding top control, using his legs beautifully. Hughes will not bend over. He is the real deal. But, I see a late rear naked choke in his future, after a war. It should be great, I cannot wait til Saturday.\n  Jeff Monson is a world class grappler with a pretty strong chin and incredible strength.\n  Tim Slyvia is a one dimensional fighter with an obvious size advantage and dangerous with both hands and feet.\n   I look for Monson to get this tree to the ground and show Slyvia the importance of being well rounded fighter. I think Slyvia has an unbelievable threshold for pain, will find his way back to his feet, and win by decision. But Monson could easily submit him.
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Yeah kirsty, think the fellas are gonna win ..... hope the girls do tho
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I would also say Brazil, but England looks pretty good also. Just as long as Germany doesn't win, they have so bombed this year, but we will see. Anything can happen. I do know that this year will be very exciting and I will be routing for US and Italy.
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It will not be Ronaldinho because he is not a striker. It will be a striker -- I think Eto'o and Sheva are the best pure strikers, but Cameroon didn't qualify and I don't think Ukraine will advance far enough to give Shevchenko enough games. The same holds true for Thierry Henry and France.\n\nNeither Ronaldo nor Adriano are on top form, so I tend to discount them.\n\nI think that out of Italy, Holland, England, and Argentina, three will reach the semifinals. For this reason, I need to consider Toni, Van Nistelrooy, Rooney, and Crespo. Since Argentina and Holland are not guaranteed to even escape their group, I have to lean toward Rooney and Toni.\n\nI think Rooney is a special player and this could be his tournament to shine. On a hunch, I will choose Rooney.
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I think that the main contenders for the title are Brazil, Germany and Argentina.\n\nPlayers are favoured to contend for the best player award include Ronaldinho (Brazil), Ballack (Germany), Rooney (England), Riquelme (Argentina) among others.
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hopefully elliot! he's amazingly good and i love him. but if taylor wins, i won't be upset. anyone but kat, ugh.