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Discussion in 'Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves' started by Drexlerfan22, Jul 14, 2002.

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  1. Drexlerfan22

    Drexlerfan22 Contributing Member

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    I like Cato, but if it were possible to pawn him off to a team that really needs a center (maybe along with Rice, KT, or MoTay...) and get something worthwhile in return (First-rounder? Backup SG?), Oyedeji is there for the signing. He is, in my opinion, a far more viable backup than most people realize. He's not that tall (and therefore not a shotblocker), but he could be the most underrated rebounder in the league. The Sonics (his former team) won't make a fuss over him, because they already have Booth, Drobnjak, and possibly James. He's currently playing for the Magic in the Olando Summer League (check out box scores at http://www.proexposure.com) and has been putting up consistent numbers. You can also check out his ESPN profile at http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/players/profile?statsId=3441.

    Remember, I would only deal Cato if we got farther under the cap and got something worthwhile in return. Ming would get plenty of PT, and Olumide could fill in well enough with his rebounding (though he's nowhere near Cato's shot-blocking presence). So what do you guys think of this?
     
    #1 Drexlerfan22, Jul 14, 2002
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    The Magic like Oyedeji very much, especially considering their frontcourt troubles. Olumide himself has said that Seattle and Orlando are his only options right now - and that money is not everything right now at this point in his career. Neither team is going to let him get away.
     
    #2 mfclark, Jul 14, 2002
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    Why do we need another PF? Our problem is we have too many PFs, the only thing we need is a backup SG.
     
    #3 gucci888, Jul 14, 2002
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    I would rather sign Ike Nwanko over him.....or maybe sign Pig Miller.
     
    #4 LAfadeaway33, Jul 14, 2002
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    Speaking of Pig Miller, I saw him like 3 weeks ago while I was paying my Sprint cell phone bill. He's slimmed up. Just said wassup to him and that was about it. He wanted to pay his bill as well, so I didn't want to bother. Sorry no pics, I usually don't bring a camera when I pay my bills...hehe! :D
     
    #5 ClockworkOrange, Jul 14, 2002
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    Is Pig Miller on anybody's summer team? I dont think he is but I was just wondering.
     
    #6 JamesC, Jul 15, 2002
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    pig can play!
    love that toothpick too!
    too bad we're the only team that appreciates his hustle...
     
    #7 Lil, Jul 15, 2002
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    the hawks like him too. he keeps going back and forth from them to us.
     
    #8 smoothie, Jul 15, 2002
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    When was the last time he was in the league?
     
    #9 LAfadeaway33, Jul 15, 2002
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    Hope the Rockets bring back the beloved Pig Miller!

    I can almost hear Murphy saying: "It's Miller time!"
     
    #10 Panda, Jul 15, 2002
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