2022-2023 NBA Season Thread

[Mecca of the “B” Team]

If the Clippers don’t end up with Conley I’ll be surprised. Of all the crap going around it makes the most sense.

Well, it’s Ainge.

He wants a 1st round pick for every player he’s willing to deal.

I was balking at that price before the Kyrie rumors.

But, if FVV is out of reach, just give them the pick.

Ainge has bent us over before.

So, no reason to let pride get in the way now.

 

[shopson67]

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Russ gets to stay in LA, Clips get a cheap PG that never makes mistakes with the ball, perfect!

 

[fightinfunbags]

@DJ does this shit all day, everyday.

So, why you messing with my guy?

If I was @DJ every time I would have an exchange with Thunder I’d be saying over and over again “but Lu Dort is better than Kris Middleton right? Am i right?”

 

[flyerhawk]

I get he has some kind of confidence issue but he also just doesn't give a fuck

Honestly, that became abundantly clear to anyone who heard his interview by JJ Redick. He thinks he should be paid like a max player but actually plays like a role player. And he clearly has no desire to correct that.

 

[shopson67]

If the Clippers don’t end up with Conley I’ll be surprised. Of all the crap going around it makes the most sense.

He's getting moved for sure I would think, with the only barrier being Ainge. Lakers, Clippers, Nets (via Lakers), he seems likely to be moved...

 

[thunderc]

If I was @DJ every time I would have an exchange with Thunder I’d be saying over and over again “but Lu Dort is better than Kris Middleton right? Am i right?”

Yup everyone knows that is exactly what I said. You are a complete joke.

 

[shopson67]

If I was @DJ every time I would have an exchange with Thunder I’d be saying over and over again “but Lu Dort is better than Kris Middleton right? Am i right?”

Well, not every time. There has to be room for grandson pics and his menu for the day...

 

[Wamu]

A question about Dejounte Murray.

Haven't seen many Hawks games. Is he a terrible defender?

I ask because listening to last nights Nuggets game radio guy Jason Kosmicki said a number of times he stinks.

But this Kosmicki fella is a bit on the silly side. Tries to be too cool. Every game he has an issue with at least one opposing player and most games he questions how the refs go their jobs. He's rather funny on the radio.

 

[Mecca of the “B” Team]

I'm not that familiar with Dallas' roster, but that seems to be the big issue and why they haven't been in many trade rumors. Was curious what the suggested trades would even be.

Yeah, they need a Middleton type to pair with Luka, as was suggested.

But, those are very hard to find, as was also suggested.

They don’t have a ton of appealing contracts.

Nobody is tripping over themselves to pay THJ 20 mil per and Wood is expiring.

I am unclear on their pick situation.

 

[Mecca of the “B” Team]

A question about Dejounte Murray.

Haven't seen many Hawks games. Is he a terrible defender?

I ask because listening to last nights Nuggets game radio guy Jason Kosmicki said a number of times he stinks.

But this Kosmicki fella is a bit on the silly side. Tries to be too cool. Every game he has an issue with at least one opposing player and most games he questions how the refs go their jobs. He's rather funny on the radio.

Uh, he’s a pretty good defender.

Not sure if he has regressed in Atlanta.

But, not hard to imagine why when he has to guard his and Trae’s man, simultaneously, every time down the court.

 

[shopson67]

Yeah, they need a Middleton type to pair with Luka, as was suggested.

But, those are very hard to find, as was also suggested.

They don’t have a ton of appealing contracts.

Nobody is tripping over themselves to pay THJ 20 mil per and Wood is expiring.

I am unclear on their pick situation.

Would they be willing to take a shot on someone like Hayward? If he could stay healthy...a decent piece? Also likely a bad bet though...

 

[fightinfunbags]

Yup everyone knows that is exactly what I said. You are a complete joke.

 

[shopson67]

Uh, he’s a pretty good defender.

Not sure if he has regressed in Atlanta.

But, not hard to imagine why when he has to guard his and Trae’s man, simultaneously, every time down the court.

Yeah, that's a thankless job.

 

[fightinfunbags]

Yeah, they need a Middleton type to pair with Luka, as was suggested.

But, those are very hard to find, as was also suggested.

They don’t have a ton of appealing contracts.

Nobody is tripping over themselves to pay THJ 20 mil per and Wood is expiring.

I am unclear on their pick situation.

They will probably have to draft and develop that guy to be honest.

 

[Mecca of the “B” Team]

Would they be willing to take a shot on someone like Hayward? If he could stay healthy...a decent piece? Also likely a bad bet though...

They need to do something.

They have another big in Maxi Kleber that needs to get healthy.

But, he can’t get traded this year, I believe.

So, Christian is the best trade chip they have.

Gordon only has another year left, no?

I just don’t know if he’s enough of a upgrade over DFS to justify paying him double.

Plus, Luka loves DFS.

 

[Wamu]

Uh, he’s a pretty good defender.

Not sure if he has regressed in Atlanta.

But, not hard to imagine why when he has to guard his and Trae’s man, simultaneously, every time down the court.

Thanks. Think I've seen only 3 or 4 Hawks games this season.

I figured that Nuggets radio guy was exaggerating. He tends to do that a lot.

 

[Mecca of the “B” Team]

Thanks. Think I've seen only 3 or 4 Hawks games this season.

I figured that Nuggets radio guy was exaggerating. He tends to do that a lot.

Yeah, he used to be just a defender.

But, he worked hard and his offense has caught up.

He is the perfect fit for my Clippers.

But, he is champagne tastes on a Mickey’s Malt Liquor budget.

We can’t afford the price the Hawks paid to get him.

So, I’m rubbing the hell out of a rabbit’s foot for Conley.

 

[Wamu]

Yeah, he used to be just a defender.

But, he worked hard and his offense has caught up.

He is the perfect fit for my Clippers.

But, he is champagne tastes on a Mickey’s Malt Liquor budget.

We can’t afford the price the Hawks paid to get him.

So, I’m rubbing the hell out of a rabbit’s foot for Conley.

Wall hasn't turned out as hoped has he? And I think Conley would be a great addition for your Clippers.

 

[Mecca of the “B” Team]

He's getting moved for sure I would think, with the only barrier being Ainge. Lakers, Clippers, Nets (via Lakers), he seems likely to be moved...

With not knowing the Raptors plans and the Timberpups playing really well featuring Edwards with D’Lo preforming well next to him, the pg market for possible difference makers is down to 2 1/2.

Kyrie, Conley, Bones….in that order.

So, Conley’s stock is rising.

 

[Mecca of the “B” Team]

Wall hasn't turned out as hoped has he? And I think Conley would be a great addition for your Clippers.

Wall can’t shoot, isn’t healthy, has lost a step and doesn’t do anything on the defensive end.

So, basically…..everything @tlance said was correct.

Only saving grace is next year is a team option.

So, maybe Ainge or another team will kick the tires as a salary dump if nothing else.