Review on Gaffney by Slam Magazine

Slam Online writer Rodger Bohn comments on Day 7 of the NBA summer league play.

"The other bright spot for the Lakers in our eyes was the active Tony Gaffney. Playing power forward and center during his days at UMASS, you really didn’t have a chance to see what the guy could do on the court. Now in the pros, he’s slid over to the small forward slot and has shown some flashes in the triangle offense. His numbers certainly have not been great (averaging 3.8 ppg), but he’s been one of the most active players in the entire league. Gaffney will probably not make the world champs, but he’s a fun guy to watch with his above the rim, hustling style of play."

David Thorpe Tweeting From Summer League

Check out David Thorpe's comments on summer league play and Tony:

"Tony Gaffney with 2 big blocks early in the game. He's had a bruised tailbone that's limited him. But he has a chance to make a squad."

LA Summer League

From sports writer Greg Sullivan
Herald News Staff Reporter

"Tony Gaffney, playing for the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA Summer League, last night saw his most extensive action. The former Somerset High star played 28 minutes in a 92-77 loss to Houston, scoring six points (3-for-7 from the field), grabbing five rebounds, dishing two assists and making one steal and blocking one shot.

His minutes have been up and down in the four L.A. games thus far in Las Vegas. He played 23 minutes in the opener and followed with five minutes and then nine minutes before getting busy again last night. The 6-foot-8 Gaffney is averaging 3.8 points per game."

Ron Chimelis Reports on Gaffney

One of the many sports writers who really gets what Tony Gaffney can bring to an NBA team is sports writer Ron Chimelis of the Springfield Republican. Mr. Chimelis has followed and reported on Tony throughout his college career. Take a look at his story on Tony.


Ron Chimelis can be reached at rchimelis@repub.com

Recent Press on the Gaffney brothers

Tony Gaffney is currently playing for the Lakers on their summer league team. Their is a nice piece on the Sports of Boston blog that you should check out. Also, check out this video of Tony's brother, Bud, who may follow in his brother's footsteps at UMass.