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Silverbacks sign brute strength and intimidation

October 30, 2006 - American Basketball Association (ABA)
Buffalo Silverbacks News Release


Buffalo, NY---With the start of the Buffalo Silverback's season just around the corner one would think that the most exciting thing to happen would be the home opener. Well, the Silverbacks are keeping the fans at the edge of their seats with yet another acquisition. Herb Baker, Eze Samuel and Marlin Johnson who will bring brute strength and dominating intimidation to the already powerful team.

A product of Baylor University, standing at 6 feet 8 inches comes Herb Baker, who is able to beat opponents with his muscle and poise in addition to leaping buildings in a single bound. Baker brings experience to the Silverbacks already formidable paint presence and will apply himself as a true leader to assist younger players in their development. Baker joins the Silverbacks after playing last season in Syria averaging 17 ppg and 11 rpg.

Little name, big results! Eze Samuel is a 6-10, 240lb. center from the Nigeria and is a serious inside threat. Samuel played his college ball for Western Illinois Leathernecks where his proficiency in the key was intimidating and will continue to work for the Silverbacks. Samuel practically comes with a money back guarantee on being a big contributor to the success of the team this year.

Marlin Johnson, a 6-4 215lb. qualified guard, is a competitor who truly has a "team first" mentality on the hardwood. Johnson is as Buffalo as chicken wings, Chippewa and Cheektowaga. With a Buffalo style work ethic, Johnson does whatever it takes to win. His blue collar style of hustle is infectious and it influences everyone on and off the court. Johnson spent his college years at Monroe Community College and was named All-American in the 95-96 season. Johnson takes the heart of the game and lives it.

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