NBA=Laid-back Diaw fuels Bobcats in own, unique way

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Boris Diaw sticks out among NBA players and it's not just because he rides a Segway to work or often comes to the practice court holding a cup of coffee.

The Charlotte Bobcats forward was nearly traded twice in the offseason, but talks and acts as it doesn't faze him. He's one of the few players criticized for not shooting enough. In an era where diets are scrutinized, Diaw carries extra weight yet hasn't missed a game in nearly four years.

He also has such versatility he can play every position and his wide skill set is part of the reason the Bobcats are surging under new coach Paul Silas — even if his behavior is sometimes maddening to teammates.

Diaw is averaging 11.6 points and 5.4 rebounds for Charlotte, which is 6-2 since Larry Brown was fired.
 
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