2022 NBA Offseason thread

[tlance]

He didn't read past what he wanted to hear.

We keep telling him his theory is BS.

If Durant really wanted Kyrie gone? And Kyrie’s presence was the issue that caused him to want out of Brooklyn?

Kyrie for Russ would be done already. Extra details be damned.

 

[Mecca of the “B” Team]

We keep telling him his theory is BS.

If Durant really wanted Kyrie gone? And Kyrie’s presence was the issue that caused him to want out of Brooklyn?

Kyrie for Russ would be done already. Extra details be damned.

Exactly

 

[Mecca of the “B” Team]

Here you go.

This is why KD hasn't been dealt.

ALLEGEDLY!!


In general, Woj said the Nets would welcome KD back, but are trying to find the best deal for him. “The Nets are still trying to find a deal for Kevin Durant. I think if Kevin Durant came to Brooklyn and said: ‘Hey, I’ve changed my mind. I want to be here, I’m committed to this,’ of course they would want him to stay,” Woj told the Get Up panel. “But, if Kevin Durant’s not doing that, you’re still trying to trade him. You want players who want to be there. You don’t want the environment to be filled with players who are unhappy, who don’t want to be a part of it. But they’ve gotta get value for him, and they’ve got to get significant value for him.”



On the KD front, Woj said that the Nets “wouldn’t consider” any offer from the Raptors that doesn’t include Scottie Barnes and that Toronto has no interest in dealing the NBA Rookie of the Year. (Similarly, Josh Lewenberg of TSN Sports in Toronto reports the Raptors are unwilling to give up the maximum number of first round picks they can trade.) “Brooklyn has an owner in Joe Tsai who my sense is not interested in taking a diminished trade package to just move on,” added Woj.

On the KD front, Woj said that the Nets “wouldn’t consider” any offer from the Raptors that do…

On the KD front, Woj said that the Nets “wouldn’t consider” any offer from the Raptors that doesn’t include Scottie Barnes and that Toronto has no interest in dealing the NBA Rookie of the Year. (S…

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[WiggyRuss]

Valanciunas is one of the guys on my list. Towns isn't. AD is afraid to play in the paint. He will go in there every now and then but most of his stuff come on the perimeter. People also fail to look at the other end of things. These guys have to defend Chet as well. Outside of Embiid and AD, a lot of these centers will have a hard time guarding Chet

Cavs might have 2 of the top 10 big man defenders in the NBA.

Mobley needs some time- but he already can do a lot.

 

[Mecca of the “B” Team]

Im saying they tried to trade Kyrie

DJ is just down bad....lol

 

[Bloody Brian Burke]

On the KD front, Woj said that the Nets “wouldn’t consider” any offer from the Raptors that doesn’t include Scottie Barnes and that Toronto has no interest in dealing the NBA Rookie of the Year. (Similarly, Josh Lewenberg of TSN Sports in Toronto reports the Raptors are unwilling to give up the maximum number of first round picks they can trade.) “Brooklyn has an owner in Joe Tsai who my sense is not interested in taking a diminished trade package to just move on,” added Woj.

I have no idea why Toronto would go pick crazy for Durant if they're including one of OG or Siakam. I love the guy and think he makes them an instant contender but keeping those assets and their core they're maybe only a season away anyway of that happening regardless and who knows who or what might become available over the course of a season.

And if the Suns are out and Toronto's a no-go how good are those offers from Miami really looking?

Kind of painted into a corner here.

 

[thunderc]

DJ is just down bad....lol

Well damnit you know teams are supposed to just do what’s best for the Lakers!

 

[Mecca of the “B” Team]

Ummmmm....

As a Laker or whole career?

If it's just the Lakers, easy choice, no?

Shaq just being humble.

 

[thunderc]

Ummmmm....

As a Laker or whole career?

If it's just the Lakers, easy choice, no?

Shaq just being humble.

I’m picking Wilt because I know he had plenty to do regardless

 

[Black Adam]

Well damnit you know teams are supposed to just do what’s best for the Lakers!

Least YOU got that memo. Wanna tell everyone else...?

 

[Mecca of the “B” Team]

I have no idea why Toronto would go pick crazy for Durant if they're including one of OG or Siakam. I love the guy and think he makes them an instant contender but keeping those assets and their core they're maybe only a season away anyway of that happening regardless and who knows who or what might become available over the course of a season.

And if the Suns are out and Toronto's a no-go how good are those offers from Miami really looking?

Kind of painted into a corner here.

Yep.

Miami is allegedly searching for more draft capital because the Nets aren't interested in what they can offer.

Most probable outcome is Durant starting the season in Brooklyn.

Only team that can meet their asking price is Toronto.

Maybe the Knicks?

 

[Bloody Brian Burke]

Yep.

Miami is allegedly searching for more draft capital because the Nets aren't interested in what they can offer.

Most probable outcome is Durant starting the season in Brooklyn.

Only team that can meet their asking price is Toronto.

Maybe the Knicks?

I've been surprised at the lack of smoke around them on this one.

Maybe means they've figured out to shut up and work quietly.

 

[Mecca of the “B” Team]

I’m picking Wilt because I know he had plenty to do regardless

He was replacing those dented mattresses on the regular.

 

[Mecca of the “B” Team]

I've been surprised at the lack of smoke around them on this one.

Maybe means they've figured out to shut up and work quietly.

It's what's best.

Look at what is going on with the Lakers.

So many leaks, rumors that they actually had some of their fans believing a Kyrie /Westbrook trade was inevitable.

Most of the fans here have been realistic.

* side eyes @DJ *

But, the ones that aren't will be devastated if they end up with Gordon, Pat Bev or Terrance Ross instead.

Plus, you soil the relationship with the player who is rumoured to depart.....for nothing.

 

[fightinfunbags]

So Kevin Heurter is one of the best 3 and D guys in the NBA?

K

 

[Shanemansj13]

Brooklyn Nets stars Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving “know” a trade is unlikely and have accepted the reality that they may not be dealt anytime soon. “They know behind the scenes that it’s difficult, that it’s unlikely to happen,” a league source said, adding that “the Nets also knew that they’re going to make it so hard in the sense of the demands they’re looking for in return, no one’s going to meet that.

“That’s why there’s nobody commenting on it. [Durant and Irving] are never shy for words.” “I think initially they plotted [to leave],” the source added, “and then they realized very quickly that it wasn’t going to work.”

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“That’s why there’s nobody commenting on it. [Durant and Irving] are never shy for words.” “I think initially they plotted [to leave],” the source added, “and then they realized very quickly that i…

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I can't wait for the shitshow if they are both in BKN on opening day

 

[Mecca of the “B” Team]

@shopson67 @trojanfan12 @ChiefsLakers67 @DJ @Retroram52

Hear me out....

If you don't get Kyrie but you land Buddy or Gordon, this isn't a bad pickup for the minimum.

If you can get a deal done with Utah, Bog and Beverley > Gordon and Dennis.

But, you gotta worry about that Trader Danny tax.

 

[Black Adam]

@shopson67 @trojanfan12 @ChiefsLakers67 @DJ @Retroram52

Hear me out....

If you don't get Kyrie but you land Buddy or Gordon, this isn't a bad pickup for the minimum.

If you can get a deal done with Utah, Bog and Beverley > Gordon and Dennis.

But, you gotta worry about that Trader Danny tax.

Like the first part better. But then I never did like Pat Bev...

 

[Shanemansj13]

@shopson67 @trojanfan12 @ChiefsLakers67 @DJ @Retroram52

Hear me out....

If you don't get Kyrie but you land Buddy or Gordon, this isn't a bad pickup for the minimum.

If you can get a deal done with Utah, Bog and Beverley > Gordon and Dennis.

But, you gotta worry about that Trader Danny tax.

Danny will try to get 2 1st's out of that deal but Bog and Bev is gonna help A LOT

 

[Mecca of the “B” Team]

Danny will try to get 2 1st's out of that deal but Bog and Bev is gonna help A LOT

Yep.

The 3 star model is not the only way to win.

Bev and Bog aren't the sexy names.

But, they'd be plug and play and would help balance the roster.

Beasley would be good as well.