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Post by Pain662 on May 8, 2019 12:58:25 GMT -5
One point you made on Twitter was that Kyrie Irving’s not a Batman. What makes you doubt his ability to be the leading guy? Kendrick Perkins: Just what he’s done this series or something else you’ve noticed? I just think a lot of guys, you have guys that are All-Stars and elite players, but then you have your superstars. And there’s not that many Batmans around the league. I think Kyrie is a great player, don’t get me wrong. He’s a great player, he’s a proven player, he’s a champion. But is he a go-to guy? Is he a – should I say – LeBron James, Kevin Durant? Nah, he’s not that. But he’s still an elite player. To me he’s a second option type guy. He needs to be the second best on the team and be able to handle the pressure because I don’t think he’s able to handle the pressure that superstars are able to handle. Giannis is a superstar. He’s actually carrying Milwaukee. I think Kyrie is a great addition for Boston, but I don’t think he’s a Batman type of guy. – via The Athletic
Shots fired?
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Post by mrShowtime on May 8, 2019 13:14:04 GMT -5
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Post by mrShowtime on May 8, 2019 14:13:29 GMT -5
OH MY.
You've gotta check out the whole thread. These are hilarious.
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Post by tadster00 on May 8, 2019 14:40:10 GMT -5
I said all that in order to mention this: One of the non-NBA guys from the Fan was talking this morning about Millsap's contract. The consensus among people who ACTUALLY watch Nuggets games is that they should decline his $30M option next season and re-sign him long-term at a more palatable rate. He loves this team, and would likely be okay with that. I honestly think this is the route to go. The idiot on the Fan this morning was saying that the Nuggets should decline the option and sign one of the "young max-players" available in FA this summer. Of course, no names were mentioned because he wouldn't have any idea who they are, but it sounds like a nice thing to talk about. My immediate thought is that you can't just plug guys in and expect to win [See:Lakers]. Denver runs a very specific offense that requires a certain type of player; which is why the IT2 experiment ended so quickly. So who could the Nuggets possibly target who would fit their system? They need a guy who plays decent defense, has a strong offensive game, but can be effective without dominating the ball (offensive possessions need to start with Murray and Jokic). My first thought is Jimmy Butler. While his game fits perfectly, I worry about his attitude and need to be an alpha everywhere he goes. This is a very humble Nuggets team and strong opinions that undermine Mike Malone can go pound sand. What FAs do you guys think could work for the Nuggets? I don't know whether they should or shouldn't pick up Millsap's option or not. But keeping him should be a must. Murray is only going to get better. I also have loved watching Gary Harris split the 3rd scoring option with Millsap. He's going to get even better too. I think on one end, you've got this summer with some solid FA's but you've also got next season with Millsap's option coming off the books(if that's the route they go). Now...hear me out...Draymond Green... to replace Millsap. Does his style of play not fit incredibly well? Jokic is still only 24 and Murray only like 22. Jokic is definitely a franchise guy and Murray looks like a legit 2nd option for this Nuggets team. The Nuggets either need to pick up a stud #2 or make their role players even better. I think after next season, Draymond could do the latter. Not sure his personality fits, but his game definitely does. Marcus Morris is also an FA this year as is DeMarre Carroll, both guys to me fit that system perfectly and play at least decent defense while providing decent veteran leadership as well, and they've shown they'll take a backseat to better, younger players. If they decided to re-up Millasp, in the summer of 2020, they could try for Draymond and also go after Joe Harris. Looking at upcoming FA's, I can't wait for the summer of 2020. There's gonna be massive roster overhaul that year
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Post by mrShowtime on May 8, 2019 14:55:36 GMT -5
Michael Porter Jr has so much promise and is such a great grab by the Nuggets.
But secretly, I hope they trade him away while his value is high, cuz I just don't see a guy who had lower back surgery being able to play 75 games a season + playoffs.
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Post by admiralfish on May 8, 2019 15:01:23 GMT -5
Peep the 2:59 mark.
KD is definitely leaving GS this summer.
Got damn man IDC who even wins the finals I just need to the summer to start NOW!!!!!!
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Post by admiralfish on May 8, 2019 15:06:38 GMT -5
Michael Porter Jr has so much promise and is such a great grab by the Nuggets. But secretly, I hope they trade him away while his value is high, cuz I just don't see a guy who had lower back surgery being able to play 75 games a season + playoffs.Why? Clearly his surgery wasn't that serious. He could be playing now. Trading him would be a COLOSSAL mistake. You figure down the road at WORST he'll be an offensive wepon coming off the bench torturing opposing second units with personal 10-0 runs. At best? Perennial all star. You don't trade guys you spent what essentially was a throw away pick on. That's bad managment. WTF you really think you're gonna get for him anyway?
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Post by quikdrummer on May 8, 2019 15:41:08 GMT -5
LOL - Last I knew, he was down 2-1 in the series. Does this mean it's tied up? I think the mic stand had a case of the Embiids and sat out the last matchup
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Post by melloare on May 8, 2019 16:35:03 GMT -5
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Post by mrShowtime on May 8, 2019 16:37:53 GMT -5
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Post by mrShowtime on May 8, 2019 16:40:01 GMT -5
Michael Porter Jr has so much promise and is such a great grab by the Nuggets. But secretly, I hope they trade him away while his value is high, cuz I just don't see a guy who had lower back surgery being able to play 75 games a season + playoffs.Why? Clearly his surgery wasn't that serious. He could be playing now. Trading him would be a COLOSSAL mistake. You figure down the road at WORST he'll be an offensive wepon coming off the bench torturing opposing second units with personal 10-0 runs. At best? Perennial all star. You don't trade guys you spent what essentially was a throw away pick on. That's bad managment. WTF you really think you're gonna get for him anyway? Well, you're the master GM and you say he's got a ton of value, so I think there's certainly a market.
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Post by melloare on May 8, 2019 17:25:00 GMT -5
Would u rather have Embiid on squad or Jokic? seems embiid is a bad investment due to bad knees.
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Post by melloare on May 8, 2019 17:30:22 GMT -5
I keep forgetting next week is the lottery. While I’m very much aware that the Bulls have an 87% chance not to land Zion, I can’t help but feel like I will still be disappointed when they don’t. they probably wind up with the point guard from Vanderbilt....but I'm hoping for Ja Morant. It's really clear bulls need a point guard.
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Post by Pain662 on May 8, 2019 17:32:10 GMT -5
I keep forgetting next week is the lottery. While I’m very much aware that the Bulls have an 87% chance not to land Zion, I can’t help but feel like I will still be disappointed when they don’t. they probably wind up with the point guard from Vanderbilt....but I'm hoping for Ja Morant. It's really clear bulls need a point guard. If they don't get the 1, Dunn goes to Phoenix
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Post by melloare on May 8, 2019 17:32:13 GMT -5
I think we're gonna see GS COMPLETELY demolished this off season. Draymond will get traded, Durant will leave and they'll decline paying Klay the max and he'll leave... This summer is gonna be awesome because most of the top free agents are moving in my estimation. U smoking...Durant leaves, Klay Stays, Draymond stays.
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Post by melloare on May 8, 2019 17:44:58 GMT -5
they probably wind up with the point guard from Vanderbilt....but I'm hoping for Ja Morant. It's really clear bulls need a point guard. If they don't get the 1, Dunn goes to Phoenix Holla
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Post by Pain662 on May 8, 2019 18:13:45 GMT -5
Tania Ganguli: The Lakers have decided to move on from Ty Lue as they search for their next head coach, having determined he isn’t the right long-term fit for the organization, according to a team source. – via Twitter taniaganguli Top Rumors, Coaching, Tyronn Lue, Los Angeles Lakers
Brad Turner: Ty Lue and his representatives have informed the Lakers that he is moving on from trying to be hired as the Lakers’ new coach, sources. Lue and his reps thanked the Lakers. – via Twitter BA_Turner
LMAO! You can't make up stuff this good. Rob is killing the Lakers
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Post by quikdrummer on May 8, 2019 19:54:32 GMT -5
Tania Ganguli: The Lakers have decided to move on from Ty Lue as they search for their next head coach, having determined he isn’t the right long-term fit for the organization, according to a team source. – via Twitter taniaganguli Top Rumors, Coaching, Tyronn Lue, Los Angeles Lakers Brad Turner: Ty Lue and his representatives have informed the Lakers that he is moving on from trying to be hired as the Lakers’ new coach, sources. Lue and his reps thanked the Lakers. – via Twitter BA_Turner LMAO! You can't make up stuff this good. Rob is killing the Lakers He didn’t want Jason Kidd to be his assistant, I wonder why? Sounds like he wanted way more money than the Lakers wanted to pay too lol. Mike Woodson is now one of the Lakers top targets 🤦♂️
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Post by quikdrummer on May 8, 2019 23:24:31 GMT -5
Durant just messed up his achilles
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Post by mrShowtime on May 9, 2019 9:06:16 GMT -5
Durant just messed up his achilles HOU & GSW beating up on each other.
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Post by Pain662 on May 9, 2019 9:08:42 GMT -5
During an appearance on the evening SportsCenter, Smith said that he’s been told people close to Jeanie Buss are telling her to trade LeBron. – via lebronwire.usatoday.com
LMAO!
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Post by Pain662 on May 9, 2019 9:12:30 GMT -5
Ramona Shelburne: Negotiations really deteriorated w/ Ty Lue when the Lakers refused to offer more than a three year deal that was designed to line up with LeBron James’ contract. Lue felt insulted the Lakers only saw him as a coach for LeBron, sources close to the process told ESPN. – via Twitter ramonashelburne
The only coach who isn't just a coach for Lebron is Spo. The coach killer has ruined it for everyone else. Let's be real, without Lebron, Lue would have been coaching a lottery team.
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Post by quikdrummer on May 9, 2019 9:19:13 GMT -5
Does lebron have a trade veto in his contract? That would be hilarious if they traded him to like Memphis
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Post by admiralfish on May 9, 2019 9:50:19 GMT -5
This is the greatest post ever ROFL!!!!
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Post by mrShowtime on May 9, 2019 10:13:37 GMT -5
LOL "Red Socks"
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Post by quikdrummer on May 9, 2019 10:23:42 GMT -5
LOL "Red Socks" Figured him to be more of a white socks fan
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Post by admiralfish on May 9, 2019 10:27:05 GMT -5
OMG WTF is going on with Ms. Buss? Does Phil need to give her some or something WTF?!?
So I guess what we're actually seeing here is Lord Bryant is secretly plotting a hostile takeover behind the scenes but not realizing Pelinka is faking Palpatine and WILL follow the Sith law of murdering him as well!!!
This is so faking ridiculous for them to now be looking at other candidates because Lue, rightfully, wants 5 years.
Give him 5 years!!!!
He's supposed to be bringing on thibbs as a co-coach why be worried about kidd? Kidd will NEVER be a head coach again because of his catching cases history but a perfect co-coach to deflect the attention off him.
This is all so faking stupid.
And who in the FAKK is Linda Rambbish? OMG just make KURT Rambbish the president or whatever who faking cares!?
LEBRON DESERVES BETTER THAN THIS!!!!
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Post by quikdrummer on May 9, 2019 10:31:13 GMT -5
LEBRON DESERVES BETTER THAN THIS!!!! The argument could be made that Lebron is helping to cause this...
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Post by mrShowtime on May 9, 2019 11:27:41 GMT -5
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Post by bbills on May 9, 2019 11:34:59 GMT -5
Disgusted is all I have to say.
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