PG13

[Scapegoat]

Now Grant has agreed to be back too!

 

[wildturkey]

I'm not surprised at all George re-signed with OKC. I am however VERY surprised at the contract. 4 yrs, max money. Would have sworn it would have been a 2 year deal so he would re-enter free agency to get that 10 year vet pay bump. And if you're gonna take a long deal for the guaranteed cash, why not just take the full 5? That's crazy. But at least OKC not scared to pay the luxury tax anymore.

 

[Mecca]

Congrats Thunder fans!!!

 

[shopson67]

I'm not surprised at all George re-signed with OKC. I am however VERY surprised at the contract. 4 yrs, max money. Would have sworn it would have been a 2 year deal so he would re-enter free agency to get that 10 year vet pay bump. And if you're gonna take a long deal for the guaranteed cash, why not just take the full 5? That's crazy. But at least OKC not scared to pay the luxury tax anymore.

Have to expect Melo to get stretched and waived now. It would be a difference of $97M in salary and taxes for this coming year. Is keeping Melo worth 100M? They mentioned buyout on TV, but that isn't going to save as much in taxes.

 

[jakedog56]

#1: Why would Memo stretch and set himself up to be waived? I dont see any benefit for him in that scenario.

#2: Even with PG they are still an upper 40 to low 50 win team. It is a big W to get PG back but they still are not in the range of the Warriors or Rockets.

#3: If LeBron wants another championship then it appears LA is not the answer as SA looks like they don't want what they have to offer for Leonard. Philly for James anyone? Maybe Boston somehow? Other?

 

[Wishbone]

4 year $137 million dollar agreement at first moment free agency started.

OKC got Westbrook, George, and Steven Adams wrapped up for the next 4 years.

 

[flyerhawk]

I remember arguing with Laker fans here last year that you can't assume that a player is going to come just because he says he wants to a year in advance.

Magic got snookered. He thought he could avoid giving up assets and just get PG in FA this year He was mistaken. Wonder if he'll roll the dice with Leonard as well?

 

[msgkings322]

I was wrong.

Well, if he was going to stay, getting the max would have to be a big reason why. It's not always about the money. But sometimes it's about the money.

 

[msgkings322]

I remember arguing with Laker fans here last year that you can't assume that a player is going to come just because he says he wants to a year in advance.

Magic got snookered. He thought he could avoid giving up assets and just get PG in FA this year He was mistaken. Wonder if he'll roll the dice with Leonard as well?

Maybe this gets LA to up their offer for Kawhi? Perhaps LeBrons people are telling them he won't sign until they land Kawhi.

 

[msgkings322]

I'm not surprised at all George re-signed with OKC. I am however VERY surprised at the contract. 4 yrs, max money. Would have sworn it would have been a 2 year deal so he would re-enter free agency to get that 10 year vet pay bump. And if you're gonna take a long deal for the guaranteed cash, why not just take the full 5? That's crazy. But at least OKC not scared to pay the luxury tax anymore.

Matches years Russ is signed for.

 

[tlance]

me too

it would give the Cavs an inkling of hope you would think.

I am still not convinced LEBron goes there if the Lakers cant get George, Leonard or CP3. If he goes there by himself and 2 weeks after he is there they still dont have a star i would be very surprised.

as is i think George and LeBron are both going to La.

So CP3 and George are out.

If LeBron signs in LA, how long do you get for LA to compete a Kawhi trade before I win our bet? I am thinking a couple weeks.

 

[Heatles84]

I was wrong about this one.

I think everyone outside of OKC was wrong. I assumed that the 1st round exit was the nail in the coffin. Have to admit, Presti's a wizard.

 

[gordontrue]

I think everyone outside of OKC was wrong. I assumed that the 1st round exit was the nail in the coffin. Have to admit, Presti's a wizard.

Scared money don't make none

 

[Heatles84]

Scared money don't make none

Nice reference.

 

[Wishbone]

Nice reference.

Straight and proper Presti dropped that quote in a speech last week. Somebody give that man a raise already.

 

[Shanemansj13]

4 year $137 million dollar agreement at first moment free agency started.

OKC got Westbrook, George, and Steven Adams wrapped up for the next 4 years.

Now they need to buyout Melo

 

[Heatles84]

Straight and proper Presti dropped that quote in a speech last week. Somebody give that man a raise already.

Arguably the best GM in the league. Every time I thought the Thunder were out, he makes miracles happen.

 

[Wishbone]

Thunder be like...

 

[bksballer89]

Well, if he was going to stay, getting the max would have to be a big reason why. It's not always about the money. But sometimes it's about the money.

I knew he would get the max just didn't think he would sign for so long. I was thinking a 2 year deal

 

[thunderc]

#1: Why would Memo stretch and set himself up to be waived? I dont see any benefit for him in that scenario.

#2: Even with PG they are still an upper 40 to low 50 win team. It is a big W to get PG back but they still are not in the range of the Warriors or Rockets.

#3: If LeBron wants another championship then it appears LA is not the answer as SA looks like they don't want what they have to offer for Leonard. Philly for James anyone? Maybe Boston somehow? Other?

Ooh a saveoursonics retread sighting!