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Deal breakdowns: Thumbs up/down?
Rating the latest NBA transactions, including Rodney Stuckey re-signing with Detroit
Updated: December 18, 2011, 2:29 AM ET
By
John Hollinger | ESPN.com
Rodney Stuckey to Pistons for three years, $25 million: Thumbs up
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