2016 NBA Off-Season Thread

[Mecca of the “B” Team]

This makes me happy.

Not because we are getting Durant because that is not happening.

But, if they can clear enough cap for him, maybe they can eat enough to sign Parsons or Batum, while still keeping JJ.

I'd Love Batum, Parsons, Bazemore, Turner.....in that order.

If we whiff on all, I'd take Rudy Gay in a trade over Pierce and Green.

The Clippers’ meeting with Kevin Durant on Friday will be led by coach Doc Rivers and owner Steve Ballmer, but sources indicate that Blake Griffin, DeAndre Jordan and Chris Paul could also attend to pitch the Oklahoma City Thunder free agent on being part of a “Big Four.” Though Durant is meeting with Thunder officials in Oklahoma City Thursday afternoon, sources tell ESPN’s Marc Stein that Oklahoma City is also seeking a second meeting with Durant and his representatives this holiday weekend in the Hamptons.
– via ESPN.com

 

[Mecca of the “B” Team]

I wouldnt want him on my team. He hasnt been the same for awhile. Yeah 1 year deal isnt bad. That is what the knicks are getting with Rose but at least Rose still can play when he is on the court.

Hibbert is not a starting Center.

But,, I'd take him as a backup.

 

[purguy12]

Rose was the one actually carrying the team after Butler got hurt because Butler looked like crap when he got back. Rose still has some left in the tank. the 1 question will always be will he be healthy

 

[purguy12]

This makes me happy.

Not because we are getting Durant because that is not happening.

But, if they can clear enough cap for him, maybe they can eat enough to sign Parsons or Batum, while still keeping JJ.

I'd Love Batum, Parsons, Bazemore, Turner.....in that order.

If we whiff on all, I'd take Rudy Gay in a trade over Pierce and Green.

The Clippers’ meeting with Kevin Durant on Friday will be led by coach Doc Rivers and owner Steve Ballmer, but sources indicate that Blake Griffin, DeAndre Jordan and Chris Paul could also attend to pitch the Oklahoma City Thunder free agent on being part of a “Big Four.” Though Durant is meeting with Thunder officials in Oklahoma City Thursday afternoon, sources tell ESPN’s Marc Stein that Oklahoma City is also seeking a second meeting with Durant and his representatives this holiday weekend in the Hamptons.
– via ESPN.com

U get KD I think Blake is gone.

 

[DJ Fieri]

yes but not at 18 mill. I understand cap is going up again next year but that is a lot of money for a guy that may or may not be a starting center anymore. Again he will help the knicks just not as much as people think.

Bazemore may get 20 million per and Tyler Johnson may get 10 million per. These guys are bench players on a good team. Let that sink in for a minute.

And then you have Noah.....who is a proven rebounder and rim protector.....he isn't worth 18 mill on a short deal? I'm not saying give him a 5-6 year deal like these MLB players get at their advanced age.

 

[tlance]

This makes me happy.

Not because we are getting Durant because that is not happening.

But, if they can clear enough cap for him, maybe they can eat enough to sign Parsons or Batum, while still keeping JJ.

I'd Love Batum, Parsons, Bazemore, Turner.....in that order.

If we whiff on all, I'd take Rudy Gay in a trade over Pierce and Green.

The Clippers’ meeting with Kevin Durant on Friday will be led by coach Doc Rivers and owner Steve Ballmer, but sources indicate that Blake Griffin, DeAndre Jordan and Chris Paul could also attend to pitch the Oklahoma City Thunder free agent on being part of a “Big Four.” Though Durant is meeting with Thunder officials in Oklahoma City Thursday afternoon, sources tell ESPN’s Marc Stein that Oklahoma City is also seeking a second meeting with Durant and his representatives this holiday weekend in the Hamptons.
– via ESPN.com

Maybe they will lock KD inside the room and prevent him from talking to any other team until he signs. It worked for Jordan, why not KD also?

 

[DJ Fieri]

Rose was the one actually carrying the team after Butler got hurt because Butler looked like crap when he got back. Rose still has some left in the tank. the 1 question will always be will he be healthy

I remember very well......you were saying he was done. I was defending him.

 

[tlance]

Hibbert is not a starting Center.

But,, I'd take him as a backup.

I wouldn't. if he can't defend pick and roll, he is a liability in today's NBA.

 

[Wamu]

Hibbert is not a starting Center.

But,, I'd take him as a backup.

HOLY SHIT! How in the hell was Hibbert an All Star in '12 & '14?

 

[DJ Fieri]

This makes me happy.

Not because we are getting Durant because that is not happening.

But, if they can clear enough cap for him, maybe they can eat enough to sign Parsons or Batum, while still keeping JJ.

I'd Love Batum, Parsons, Bazemore, Turner.....in that order.

If we whiff on all, I'd take Rudy Gay in a trade over Pierce and Green.

The Clippers’ meeting with Kevin Durant on Friday will be led by coach Doc Rivers and owner Steve Ballmer, but sources indicate that Blake Griffin, DeAndre Jordan and Chris Paul could also attend to pitch the Oklahoma City Thunder free agent on being part of a “Big Four.” Though Durant is meeting with Thunder officials in Oklahoma City Thursday afternoon, sources tell ESPN’s Marc Stein that Oklahoma City is also seeking a second meeting with Durant and his representatives this holiday weekend in the Hamptons.
– via ESPN.com

What do they have to do to sign KD?

 

[purguy12]

Im a little shocked Bulls are not in on any Big names. We have a lot of Cash and 1 star player and some nice young players. Plus we play in the East. I thought we would be KD list but oh well.

We should hear some action tonight. Cant wait for the NBA FA craziness.

 

[purguy12]

What do they have to do to sign KD?

trade Blake

 

[Mecca of the “B” Team]

not even close. Rose will give you production. Roy is just bad.

If It were me signing a Center, this is the order that I would use. No point listing Drummond because Detroit will match.

1. Whiteside

2. Horford

3. Gasol

4. Howard

5. Jefferson

6. Biyombo

7. Noah

8. Mahinmi

9. Mozgov

10. Cole Aldrich

 

[Mecca of the “B” Team]

What do they have to do to sign KD?

Renounce everyone, trade JJ, Paul, Wilcox....for nothing and still not enough though.

That gets them like 25 and change.

 

[Mecca of the “B” Team]

trade Blake

He's part of the pitch. So, that could get awkward...lol

 

[Mecca of the “B” Team]

I wouldn't. if he can't defend pick and roll, he is a liability in today's NBA.

I wouldn't mind having him on my bench as a insurance policy.

He's a plodder.

But, he can give you rim protection in a pinch.

 

[purguy12]

I remember very well......you were saying he was done. I was defending him.

Yes as being an top PG and i was right and staying on the court and I was right but overall u were right about him having something left in the tank and to that. props to you.

 

[Wamu]

He's part of the pitch. So, that could get awkward...lol

The pitch could be to trade Blake to Boston & KD will follow. Yeah right.

 

[purguy12]

He's part of the pitch. So, that could get awkward...lol

I just dont see it working. Too many players on that team want the ball and to shoot.

 

[Mecca of the “B” Team]

U get KD I think Blake is gone.

He won't pick the Clippers.

I think he stays in OKC.

But, if he does leave, it will be for the Warriors.