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Hibbert couldn't hold back when it comes to the new All-Star voting policy the NBA instituted earlier this week. Rather than two forwards and a center, the voting will now be for three frontcourt players. "I think it's bull (expletive) to tell you the truth," Hibbert said before Friday's preseason finale against the Chicago Bulls. "I feel like it takes away from the guys who are legitimate centers. It makes the pool a lot bigger." Indianapolis Star

Indiana Pacers, Roy Hibbert 

Indiana Pacers center Roy Hibbert usually does a good job of biting his tongue when it comes to speaking up. But Hibbert couldn't hold back when it comes to the new All-Star voting policy the NBA instituted earlier this week. Rather than two forwards and a center, the voting will now be for three frontcourt players. "I think it's bull (expletive) to tell you the truth," Hibbert said before Friday's preseason finale against the Chicago Bulls. "I feel like it takes away from the guys who are legitimate centers. It makes the pool a lot bigger." Indianapolis Star

Indiana Pacers, Roy Hibbert, All-Star 

Now players like Boston's Kevin Garnett, Atlanta's Josh Smith and New York's Amare Stoudemire, who are power forwards, will make it tougher for Hibbert to make the team. "I understand most centers are not exciting guys and people would rather see guys like Garnett and Amare, but it's still not right," Hibbert said. Pacers coach Frank Vogel doesn't feel like the change will impact Hibbert, who is coming off his first All-Star appearance last season. "I really don't," Vogel said. "The only issue could be if they decide to choose another small forward." Indianapolis Star

Indiana Pacers, Roy Hibbert, All-Star 

Despite the fifth-best record in the NBA and a convincing playoff push a year ago, the Pacers remain a team overlooked and underestimated. “We’re going to be under the radar no matter what because that’s what people want to see, the big names,” said Hibbert. “It’s fine with us, we’re just going to go about our business and bring it.” HoopsWorld

Indiana Pacers, Roy Hibbert 

“If we work at it, we can do pretty well. Expectations are high, but there are a few guys on this team that will make sure we work and not just, say, settle. “ “I think we can get to the Eastern Conference Finals, hopefully win our division,” Hibbert said confidently. “It’ll take time. Nothing is given; you have to go get it. We have a chance to be really good if we put it all together.” HoopsWorld

Indiana Pacers, Roy Hibbert 

Just when we thought we couldn't tolerate one more pro athlete's interpretation of Psy's "Gangnam Style" (the multiple touchdown celebrations in the NFL yesterday finally put it over the edge), Indiana Pacers center Roy Hibbert totally proved us wrong. USA Today

Indiana Pacers, Roy Hibbert 

Roy Hibbert: Sum idiot reporter wrote that I was out of shape n getting pushed around. I'm gonna find out who wrote that crap. Twitter @Hoya2aPacer

Indiana Pacers, Roy Hibbert 

Hibbert appears uncomfortable when asked about the contract. Normally talkative and lighthearted, his answers grow more serious and clipped. He even played the "it wasn't about the money" card on Media Day, but he was convincing in his argument. "It was the fact that in the back of my mind I want to be with the Pacers, but at the same time I think back to the draft class and there's a few people ahead of me and I thought I'm better than those guys," said Hibbert, the 17th pick in the 2008 draft. "What I was given this summer was a statement for my hard work." NBA.com

Indiana Pacers, Roy Hibbert 

Roy Hibbert: I hope Royce White gets help w/ his condition. Seems like a huge talent. But some1 is gonna get fired in org 4 giving the go ahead. IMO Twitter @Hoya2aPacer

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Roy Hibbert: Just ran over a squirrel on the way to the gym. I feel sick to my stomach. I didn't think it was appropriate to take a twit pic. Twitter @Hoya2aPacer

Indiana Pacers, Roy Hibbert 

Not cool, George Hill. Saying you want to help out Indiana Pacers teammate Roy Hibbert as he informs Pacer diehards that they have been chosen as part of the "cast" of Area 55 — a section of 55 fans selected by Hibbert himself to show up for every Indy home game at Bankers Life Fieldhouse and go crazy for the team, and for him in particular — and then pulling a stunt like this. Yahoo! Sports

Indiana Pacers, Roy Hibbert, George Hill 

Roy Hibbert: The people of San Fran are showing me a lot of love. Im a pacer. Sorry I'm not coming to ur team. Twitter

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What should have been a memorable ending for 12-year-old Lee Eddins unfortunately won't happen. Eddins passed away Thursday from leukemia, a day before Indiana Pacers center Roy Hibbert was scheduled to visit him. Indianapolis Star

Indiana Pacers, Roy Hibbert 

Hibbert sadly won't be able to put a smile on Eddins' face, but he still plans to fly to Sacramento, Calif., later today as scheduled where he'll meet members of Eddins' family. Indianapolis Star

Indiana Pacers, Roy Hibbert 

Roy Hibbert: On my way to Sacramento. I'm am heart broken today. I won't be able to meet my lil guy Lee but I will be there for his parents and family. Twitter

Indiana Pacers, Roy Hibbert 

Mike Wells: What was supposed to be an incredible make a wish visit by Roy Hibbert won't happen. Lee Eddins, 12, has passed from leukemia. Horrible. Twitter

Indiana Pacers, Roy Hibbert 

Lee Eddins had hoped he would be able to watch his idol, center Roy Hibbert, play in person when the Indiana Pacers visit Sacramento, Calif., for a game against the Kings in late November. But Lee, 12, is not expected to live that long. Diagnosed with stage four leukemia six months ago, Lee has been told he might only have a couple of weeks left to live. So Hibbert has planned a special surprise. Later this week, he is flying to Sacramento to meet Lee. Indianapolis Star

Indiana Pacers, Roy Hibbert 

"Once I heard he had a dying wish, I knew I had to do something more than send him presents and Skype with him on the computer," Hibbert said. "I'm usually uncomfortable going to hospitals when the Pacers do events because it's pretty tough to see kids in that situation. Once I heard about (Lee), I realized I had to get over it and do it for him." Indianapolis Star

Indiana Pacers, Roy Hibbert 

Lee has spent his entire young life in California. Hibbert grew up in the Washington D.C. area before joining the Pacers out of Georgetown in 2008. So where did Lee's admiration for Hibbert come from? "Lee's followed Roy since he was back at Georgetown," Eddins legal guardian Victor Baker said. "Lee likes players from all over the NBA, but there's something about Roy that he liked. I didn't even know he had heard of Roy Hibbert before." Indianapolis Star

Indiana Pacers, Roy Hibbert 

Now Lee will get to meet the 7-footer, and for at least several hours, perhaps focus on something other than the ordeal he's been enduring the past few months. Indianapolis Star

Indiana Pacers, Roy Hibbert