NBA Discussion Thread - Page 541

Chucky · 05-13-2008, 06:30 PM

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If I'm Otis Smith, I'm making sure nobody outbids me for his services. Orlando needs someone like him.

What would orlando have to offer though? Fran Vasquez lol

saintsfan912 · 05-13-2008, 06:32 PM

Why not give them Rashard Lewis? He's overrated and overpaid anyways.

RoyHall#1 · 05-13-2008, 06:32 PM

Cavs could give Gibson and a 1st?

D-Unit · 05-13-2008, 06:32 PM

Man, Mo Evans is such a nice fit for Orlando. He's a priority resigning this offseason.

D-Unit · 05-13-2008, 06:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Chucky

What would orlando have to offer though? Fran Vasquez lol

Speaking of Fran... He's supposed to coming to the NBA next season. We'll see about that.

D-Unit · 05-13-2008, 06:34 PM

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What would orlando have to offer though? Fran Vasquez lol

We could offer our first rounder, pick 22. I don't think he'd be worth much more than that... if that considering how close he's come to retirement several times now.

M.O.T.H. · 05-13-2008, 06:35 PM

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Pretty sure Hedo Turkoglu will be put on the block this summer.

12-12 tie game 5:33 left in the first. Let's go Magic!

I seriously doubt that. Otis went as far as calling him the Magic's MVP this season. It would really be pointless to trade Hedo, he has all the talent in the world and is perfect in the role he is in. We're a very young team that just won 52 games...I'm sure we wont be doing all that much this off-season.

Paul · 05-13-2008, 06:35 PM

Not sure about the contracts, but if a Hedo for J-Ho swap worked, I would do it.

D-Unit · 05-13-2008, 06:36 PM

Still 0-0 after 1 quarter... Let's go Magic!

Chucky · 05-13-2008, 06:36 PM

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We could offer our first rounder, pick 22. I don't think he'd be worth much more than that... if that considering how close he's come to retirement several times now.

Honestly his value is probably much higher than 22. He was traded to toronto for the previous years 7th overall pick who looked great and that was coming off one of his freak accidents. He has only improved since then and since his last injury has come back with a much better work ethic which should help prevent future injuries. 20+ draft picks are worth jack in the nba.

D-Unit · 05-13-2008, 06:39 PM

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I seriously doubt that. Otis went as far as calling him the Magic's MVP this season. It would really be pointless to trade Hedo, he has all the talent in the world and is perfect in the role he is in. We're a very young team that just won 52 games...I'm sure we wont be doing all that much this off-season.

I hope you're right. But he's not untouchable and is really the only commodity worth a darn. He'll also be looking for an extension that'll pay him over 10 Million per season. I can see Otis shopping him due to financial reasons.

M.O.T.H. · 05-13-2008, 06:39 PM

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Man, Mo Evans is such a nice fit for Orlando. He's a priority resigning this offseason.

I hope he comes back...but, I wouldnt be so sure about that. Keyon seems to be the #1 priority this off-season and w/ Bogans and Redick still under contract, they may choose to let Mo walk. I'd prefer he come back, though.

RoyHall#1 · 05-13-2008, 06:40 PM

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Honestly his value is probably much higher than 22. He was traded to toronto for the previous years 7th overall pick who looked great and that was coming off one of his freak accidents. He has only improved since then and since his last injury has come back with a much better work ethic which should help prevent future injuries. 20+ draft picks are worth jack in the nba.

Would you accept Gibson and the Cav's 09 1st?

D-Unit · 05-13-2008, 06:41 PM

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Honestly his value is probably much higher than 22. He was traded to toronto for the previous years 7th overall pick who looked great and that was coming off one of his freak accidents. He has only improved since then and since his last injury has come back with a much better work ethic which should help prevent future injuries. 20+ draft picks are worth jack in the nba.

This year's draft is pretty deep with quality players expected to last well into the second round. TJ Ford is damaged goods. I don't really care how anyone wants to spin it. Acquiring him comes with a huge gamble. He's not exactly built like Tarazan... or even Jane for that matter.

M.O.T.H. · 05-13-2008, 06:42 PM

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I hope you're right. But he's not untouchable and is really the only commodity worth a darn. He'll also be looking for an extension that'll pay him over 10 Million per season. I can see Otis shopping him due to financial reasons.

I'm hoping we go well over and pay the luxury tax. :)

Bring in Maggette also...that was a hot rumor near the end of the season. He wants to play for us.

thetedginnshow · 05-13-2008, 06:43 PM

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Would you accept Gibson and the Cav's 09 1st?

The Cavs wouldn't. That's LeBron's child. Plus, with LeBron, I view Gibson's skill set as more valuable to the team than Calderon's would be.

Chucky · 05-13-2008, 06:44 PM

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Would you accept Gibson and the Cav's 09 1st?

Gibson wouldnt really bring anything to the raptors. Not to mention if they trade ford they will probably play ukic at the backup PG role.

Chucky · 05-13-2008, 06:45 PM

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This year's draft is pretty deep with quality players expected to last well into the second round. TJ Ford is damaged goods. I don't really care how anyone wants to spin it. Acquiring him comes with a huge gamble. He's not exactly built like Tarazan... or even Jane for that matter.

I think you underestimate the premium put on PG's

D-Unit · 05-13-2008, 06:45 PM

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I hope he comes back...but, I wouldnt be so sure about that. Keyon seems to be the #1 priority this off-season and w/ Bogans and Redick still under contract, they may choose to let Mo walk. I'd prefer he come back, though.

Choosing Keyon over Mo would be a mistake, but I can see Otis making another mistake. He's pretty good at making mistakes.

If I have to watch Rip Hamilton work Dooling one on one anymore times, I'll throw up.

RoyHall#1 · 05-13-2008, 06:45 PM

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The Cavs wouldn't. That's LeBron's child. Plus, with LeBron, I view Gibson's skill set as more valuable to the team than Calderon's would be.

A shooter. We'll have Pavlovic, Wally, and Delonte next year for that. We need a better distributor.

M.O.T.H. · 05-13-2008, 06:47 PM

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Choosing Keyon over Mo would be a mistake, but I can see Otis making another mistake. He's pretty good at making mistakes.

If I have to watch Rip Hamilton work Dooling one on one anymore times, I'll throw up.

Keyon is a great player to have off of the bench (especially w/ the smaller Nelson starting) and he was our best and most consistant player off the bench this season. He's a fine player who's energy and fire is normally contagious when he's out there.

Brodeur · 05-13-2008, 06:48 PM

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The Cavs wouldn't. That's LeBron's child. Plus, with LeBron, I view Gibson's skill set as more valuable to the team than Calderon's would be.

Uhh, no. Just no.

D-Unit · 05-13-2008, 06:49 PM

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I think you underestimate the premium put on PG's

If you think Ford is worth a Top 15 pick, I think you're overestimating his worth as a homer Raptors fan.

D-Unit · 05-13-2008, 06:51 PM

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Keyon is a great player to have off of the bench (especially w/ the smaller Nelson starting) and he was our best and most consistant player off the bench this season. He's a fine player who's energy and fire is normally contagious when he's out there.

He's had his moments. Both players should be cheap regardless. I don't think we're looking at an either/or situation.

31-25! Go baby go!

M.O.T.H. · 05-13-2008, 06:54 PM

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He's had his moments. Both players should be cheap regardless. I don't think we're looking at an either/or situation.

31-25! Go baby go!

You may be right...the first thing they need to figure out, is what they plan on doing w/ Redick. Because, I really wouldnt be surprised to see them let Mo leave in favor of Redick getting more minutes or potentially starting next season.