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Joe Smith our top FA?

Discussion in 'Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves' started by RedRowdy111, Jul 10, 2007.

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  1. RedRowdy111

    RedRowdy111 Contributing Member

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    http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/sixers/20070710_Sixers_Yi_pursuit_hits_a_road_bump.html

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    It seems to me with all the mention of Joe Smith in various newspapers linked to the Rockets, he seems to be our #1 target. I guess a lot of guys are going to be disappointed, as most of the board seems to want either Amir, Darko, or Varejao. Mikki and Webber never got the board too excited. I think Joe Smith is probably the most name worthy guy we could bring in, unless the mystery trade that Morey always talks about, gets done. Seems like we got some competition for Joe Smith, so it will be interesting to say the least.
     
    #1 RedRowdy111, Jul 10, 2007
  2. LOSDOG

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    Would really like Joe to join the Rocks! I thnk he might be the best fit just as long as we dont over pay- too much. ;) I think the best question will be does he want to come play with the big boys in the WEST!!! :cool:
     
    #2 LOSDOG, Jul 10, 2007
  3. DaDakota

    DaDakota If you want to know, just ask!

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    I don't mind Smith....heck, ANY NBA power forward would be welcomed.

    DD
     
    #3 DaDakota, Jul 10, 2007
  4. McGradySNKT

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    Maybe next year
     
    #4 McGradySNKT, Jul 10, 2007
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    where is the projectile vomiting avatar when you need it?
     
    #5 verse, Jul 10, 2007
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    this one?
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    #6 xomox, Jul 10, 2007
  7. xomox

    xomox Contributing Member

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    or this one?
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    #7 xomox, Jul 10, 2007
  8. Blake

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    still hoping for a trade. Joe Smith is not much of an upgrade over Juwan
     
    #8 Blake, Jul 10, 2007
  9. Astockmarketgod

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    Im starting to feel sorry for Yao and the front line.... are we going to enter another season with 50 million SG's and PG's
     
    #9 Astockmarketgod, Jul 10, 2007
  10. Deckard

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    Please, let's pass. He's at the end of his career, he's never been a passer, a shot blocker, a player who could pick up some steals, or a guy that can shoot from Downtown. He's like Juwan as a shooter and at the line, but a decidedly average rebounder. At this point, Smith would be yet another Rockets vet who would be running on fumes by the time we get to the playoffs. 5-6 years ago? Maybe. I think we can do better, and hopefully younger and more athletic. A nice guy, but Howard was a great guy, himself.

    Keep looking, Rocks.
     
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    i'd take him for cheap...thats about it
     
    #11 dntrwl, Jul 10, 2007
  12. George Gervin

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    I think Smith is better than Varajo or Mikki Moore or anyone else mentioned.. I think he would compliment Yao pretty well..
     
    #12 George Gervin, Jul 10, 2007
  13. Deuce

    Deuce Context & Nuance

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    Joe Smith would be a solid addition. But word is he is looking for the FULL MLE. No way we give that to him. I think Morey probably feels his value is around 3 years 10M.
     
    #13 Deuce, Jul 10, 2007
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    I'd be sort of disappointed if all we got was Joe Smith.
     
    #14 AroundTheWorld, Jul 10, 2007
  15. pgabriel

    pgabriel Educated Negro

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    how's his health?
     
    #15 pgabriel, Jul 10, 2007
  16. Deuce

    Deuce Context & Nuance

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    What UFAs are out there that you would be pleased we could obtain that are market priced at our below the MLE level?
     
    #16 Deuce, Jul 10, 2007
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    to make lure him over here.. how about we give him an enticing side contract ;)
     
    #17 D-Lite, Jul 10, 2007
  18. Yetti

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    For......... sake I hope it isn't true! Such a big mistake, how could Morey believe that he is the missing Power Forward that we have all yearned for, for so many seasons. :mad:
    NOT ANOTHER HOWARD! PLEASE SAY IT ISN"T SO!!!
     
    #18 Yetti, Jul 10, 2007
  19. chuichuitrain

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    that would be awesome if we got joe smith
     
    #19 chuichuitrain, Jul 10, 2007
  20. xiki

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    Varejao (or Camby) remain #1 for me, and doable, I believe. I want to believe.

    If it is Smith I could live with that, but...
     
    #20 xiki, Jul 10, 2007
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