In watching the game last night on ESPN, the announcer indicated that Birdman has been dealing with tendinitis in the knees the early part of this season.  I have not read anything in the Post about this, but it explains Bird's lack of hops and "energy" so far this season.  I admire him for gutting it out, but when your knees ache, basketable becomes a lot less fun.  Any concern here that Bird is dealing with tendinitis this early in the season?   Does this bode well of the 5 year deal the Nuggs gave him???

PS - - I think Chauncey is dealing with some sort of nagging something too.  He just doesn't seem quite as lively as he did last year.  Good thing we have Lawson to push the pace...