Michael Seswatha Jordan Posted July 11, 2017 Share Posted July 11, 2017 1 hour ago, Rhom said: "Sore groin? How convenient..." Lonzo to sit tonight versus Fox and the Kings. Lol. I came to post the exact info. Somebody got scared. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slurktan Posted July 11, 2017 Share Posted July 11, 2017 Relic... It's funny. Despite that list I'd be much more in favour of being a Nets fan than a Knicks fan right now. The Nets clearly are trying to turn it around after probably the worst trade in NBA history and are seemingly being pseudo-effective at it. Maybe it's just because they seem to have a competent GM and an Owner that is actually hands off? I'd almost guarantee the Nets are going to be good again before the Knicks barring something miraculously lucky on the Knicks end. (Jimmy D selling) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Relic Posted July 11, 2017 Author Share Posted July 11, 2017 7 hours ago, Slurktan said: Relic... It's funny. Despite that list I'd be much more in favour of being a Nets fan than a Knicks fan right now. The Nets clearly are trying to turn it around after probably the worst trade in NBA history and are seemingly being pseudo-effective at it. Maybe it's just because they seem to have a competent GM and an Owner that is actually hands off? I'd almost guarantee the Nets are going to be good again before the Knicks barring something miraculously lucky on the Knicks end. (Jimmy D selling) Sadly, I don't disagree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Chatywin et al. Posted July 11, 2017 Share Posted July 11, 2017 The Crawford signing for the Wolves was sneaky good. He didn't cost very much, and he gives the Wolves something they badly needed; shooting off of the bench. And his presence creates another interesting dynamic; the Wolves now have a nasty looking small ball lineup they can role out against units like the Warriors vaunted Lineup of Death. In theory, Butler could play the four, allowing Wiggins to move back to the three and Crawford would play the two. That lineup now has five legit scorers and it really spreads the floor for the wing players to attack the rim while letting Towns dominate in the post. Now to be clear, I don't think they'd have much of a chance versus the Warriors, but this could work. eta: The Butler deal also has another important component. He is going to be all over Wiggins if Wiggy keeps loafing around on defense. I still maintain that Wiggins is developing nicely, but the one fear I had when we got him was that he does have a tendency to check out from time to time, especially if he's not getting the ball on the offensive end. Hopefully the presence of Butler will help him develop into the elite two way player that he can become. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calibandar Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 We'll see on what value Crawford has. He's 37 and came off a poor season with the Clippers. Does he still have a good deal left in the tank to help the Wolves in significant minutes? Unclear at this point. Anyway, it seems free agency has cooled off, all that is left are some minor deals most people don't care about. Biggest storyline is whether or not Anthony gets traded to Houston or the Cavs. Unfortunately no one knows when or if that will happen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manhole Eunuchsbane Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 18 hours ago, Tywin et al. said: The Butler deal also has another important component. He is going to be all over Wiggins if Wiggy keeps loafing around on defense. I still maintain that Wiggins is developing nicely, but the one fear I had when we got him was that he does have a tendency to check out from time to time, especially if he's not getting the ball on the offensive end. Hopefully the presence of Butler will help him develop into the elite two way player that he can become. I guess it's high time we found out whether or not this is *Puts on Sunglasses* Ender's Game YEEEEAAAAAHHHHHH! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaime L Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 4 hours ago, Manhole Eunuchsbane said: I guess it's high time we found out whether or not this is *Puts on Sunglasses* Ender's Game YEEEEAAAAAHHHHHH! Beautiful. It pisses me off Wiggins is a terrible defender thus far in his career. The explicit reason to draft him over Jabari Parker was his defensive potential. I expect Jimmy Butler to whip him into shape Bonzo Madrid style. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manhole Eunuchsbane Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 2 minutes ago, Jaime L said: Beautiful. It pisses me off Wiggins is a terrible defender thus far in his career. The explicit reason to draft him over Jabari Parker was his defensive potential. I expect Jimmy Butler to whip him into shape Bonzo Madrid style. Damn. That could be really bad for the franchise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Tiger Posted July 12, 2017 Share Posted July 12, 2017 8 hours ago, Manhole Eunuchsbane said: I guess it's high time we found out whether or not this is *Puts on Sunglasses* Ender's Game YEEEEAAAAAHHHHHH! God bless you. And I say that as an Atheist. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Seswatha Jordan Posted July 14, 2017 Share Posted July 14, 2017 Since Lonzo's 1st game he has really impressed me. And, in all honesty, is love for the kid to prove me wrong. Like others said, he seems to be a great kid with his head on his shoulders. Just wish he wouldn't have ducked out vs Fox. He's gotta face his demons sooner or later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calibandar Posted July 14, 2017 Share Posted July 14, 2017 Really enjoyed Peyton Manning's joke on Kevin Durant. Very funny, especially him moving towards Westbrook at the end. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
briantw Posted July 14, 2017 Share Posted July 14, 2017 Best part was KD's reaction. Dude did not like getting called out like that. Also Russ covering his mouth to hide his smirk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Relic Posted July 14, 2017 Author Share Posted July 14, 2017 4 hours ago, Calibandar said: Really enjoyed Peyton Manning's joke on Kevin Durant. Very funny, especially him moving towards Westbrook at the end. hahahahaha, that was pretty great. Durant was NOT amused. Poor sensitive soul. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhom Posted July 14, 2017 Share Posted July 14, 2017 2 hours ago, Relic said: hahahahaha, that was pretty great. Durant was NOT amused. Poor sensitive soul. I heard discussion on it on ESPN radio yesterday and the hosts thought it was staged or that KD at least knew about it up front. They based that off of his mom's reaction. I guess she was pretty rabid on social media defending him and seemed amused this go around Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaime L Posted July 14, 2017 Share Posted July 14, 2017 So looks like Carmelo Anthony to the Rockets trade buzz cooled. Have no idea what the Rockets could have offered to begin with, but apparently Ryan Anderson and a DVD copy of Apollo 13 isn't good enough for the new Knicks management. Melo only wants to go to the Rockets or Cavs and I'm not sure what either could offer that would be acceptable to the Knicks now that irrational and senile P-Jax is gone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slurktan Posted July 14, 2017 Share Posted July 14, 2017 Jimmy D is running things again. I'm sure they'd accept Ryan Anderson and a box of matches. It's hilarious that despite how terrible Phil Jackson was he was still probably a step up from previous regimes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaime L Posted July 14, 2017 Share Posted July 14, 2017 21 minutes ago, Slurktan said: Jimmy D is running things again. I'm sure they'd accept Ryan Anderson and a box of matches. Only if Daryl Morey agrees to attend a JD and the Straight Shot performance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Chatywin et al. Posted July 14, 2017 Share Posted July 14, 2017 1 hour ago, Jaime L said: Only if Daryl Morey agrees to attend a JD and the Straight Shot performance. You're just jealous of his catalog full of bangers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manhole Eunuchsbane Posted July 14, 2017 Share Posted July 14, 2017 1 hour ago, Jaime L said: Only if Daryl Morey agrees to attend a JD and the Straight Shot performance. That price is TOO FUCKING HIGH! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaime L Posted July 14, 2017 Share Posted July 14, 2017 1 hour ago, Tywin et al. said: You're just jealous of his catalog full of bangers! I am. Every day I wake up pissed that none of the owners of my teams are renowned blues musicians. 1 hour ago, Manhole Eunuchsbane said: That price is TOO FUCKING HIGH! It's why they're at an impasse, assuredly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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