1. Welcome! Please take a few seconds to create your free account to post threads, make some friends, remove a few ads while surfing and much more. ClutchFans has been bringing fans together to talk Houston Sports since 1996. Join us!

Rockets sign Chuck Hayes

Discussion in 'Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves' started by rocketpower2, Nov 1, 2015.

  1. bmd

    bmd Member

    Joined:
    Feb 16, 2012
    Messages:
    7,746
    Likes Received:
    3,514
    His doctor said in an interview that his knee was not "bone on bone". He said he has very little cartilage wear. So that's not the issue.
     
  2. bmd

    bmd Member

    Joined:
    Feb 16, 2012
    Messages:
    7,746
    Likes Received:
    3,514
    Chuck Hayes signed a non-guaranteed deal. This probably isn't going to be a long-term signing.

    He might just be temporary help until D-Mo gets back and then he will be waived.
     
  3. RedRedemption

    RedRedemption Contributing Member

    Joined:
    Jul 21, 2009
    Messages:
    32,464
    Likes Received:
    7,640
    We haven't seen Chuck play in 5 years.
    Realistically its very likely he's going to go out there and get annihilated by Whiteside and Bosh; all the while being a complete non-threat on offense.
     
  4. TMac'n

    TMac'n Contributing Member

    Joined:
    Jul 19, 2007
    Messages:
    3,501
    Likes Received:
    4,314
    Don't see how this signing is going help our poor defense to start the season.

    Is McHale even going to play him?

    Is he even in game shape?
     
  5. Yung-T

    Yung-T Member

    Joined:
    Apr 16, 2009
    Messages:
    24,403
    Likes Received:
    7,047
    We have the right talent already, these guys need a focused veteran that busts their asses.
    He's there to give us the hustle mentality and defense.
     
  6. jump shooter

    jump shooter Contributing Member

    Joined:
    Mar 14, 2000
    Messages:
    5,429
    Likes Received:
    145
    Defense is more of an issue for this team IMO. Their offense will come once they can establish some chemistry between Ty Lawson and the MVP runner up Harden. Signing a veteran big who is a defensive specialist that can throw his body around against guys like LaMarcus Aldridge and Draymond Green is huge. And his mentoring of Capela, Harrell, Jones and DMO can't be overlooked as all those players are still so very young.
     
  7. Liberon

    Liberon Rookie

    Joined:
    Nov 10, 2009
    Messages:
    8,838
    Likes Received:
    842
    The biggest thing working against Chuck is the stronger officiating against physical play in the post. After the no 2 hand check rule at around 2011 there was also stricter policing of post play. Chuck used his frames low center of gravity to offset the taller guys in hip guarding and whatnot. Go back and look at the footage. Then he was able to do that at Sactown or Toronto.
     
  8. OTMax

    OTMax Member

    Joined:
    Mar 29, 2013
    Messages:
    8,352
    Likes Received:
    3,670
    At least something positive in the midst of this rubbish start. Chuck Hayes stands for hard work, leadership and defense so it cannot hurt. Welcome back Chucky!!
     
  9. Mr Chuck Norris

    Joined:
    Nov 1, 2008
    Messages:
    4,526
    Likes Received:
    1,745
    Lol you know mchale isn't going to play him right?
     
  10. AroundTheWorld

    Supporting Member

    Joined:
    Feb 3, 2000
    Messages:
    66,729
    Likes Received:
    44,512
    I'm very happy to have him back. Hope he helps some of our players with their attitudes.
     
  11. JayGoogle

    JayGoogle Member

    Joined:
    Nov 3, 2007
    Messages:
    50,145
    Likes Received:
    40,819
    I agree, if our team took on that mentality it would be for the better.

    Don't know what kind of voice he'd be in the locker room though, it's not like he has rings to show for it.
     
  12. HeWhoIsLunchbox

    HeWhoIsLunchbox Contributing Member

    Joined:
    Oct 1, 2008
    Messages:
    3,406
    Likes Received:
    241
    Would Boozer have been okay with being the 15th man on this roster and being inactive or getting little to no minutes each game?

    Also, he doesn't seem like a positive locker room influence. Otherwise, he'd probably have a job right now.
     
  13. underrated015

    underrated015 Member

    Joined:
    Nov 1, 2008
    Messages:
    3,004
    Likes Received:
    944
    simple he won't let a power forward keep busting his ^ss in the post like tjones does.
     
  14. Roxnostalgia

    Roxnostalgia Contributing Member

    Joined:
    Jun 9, 2003
    Messages:
    3,166
    Likes Received:
    523
    Just give us the trophy already.
     
  15. Jake Tower

    Jake Tower Member

    Joined:
    Dec 30, 2012
    Messages:
    7,416
    Likes Received:
    7,765
    Would have preferred Fo Sammiches.
     
  16. HTM

    HTM Member

    Joined:
    Jun 29, 2013
    Messages:
    6,464
    Likes Received:
    4,706
    keep gettin dem check young fella
     
  17. tcadriel

    tcadriel Member

    Joined:
    Oct 11, 2007
    Messages:
    1,365
    Likes Received:
    34
    Its been several years since I've seen him on the court, but you have to look past the boxscore. He brings the hustle, passion, and the technical details on defense that a lot of guys on this team lack. He has almost no offense, but he makes up for that with solid defense. Hands in the face defense, drawings charges, the feet, and the fight. A lot guy here think its only about offense. Chuck believes defense wins. That why some are excited to have him back. We lack solid big men, we lack that toughest. I'm for one am happy to see here, even in the limited minutes he'll get. Maybe his heart will rub off on some of these so called superstars.....
     
  18. NewRoxFan

    NewRoxFan Contributing Member

    Joined:
    Feb 22, 2002
    Messages:
    53,825
    Likes Received:
    53,619
    Goofy signing. Doesn't improve outside shooting, free throw shooting or overall speed. So why?
     
  19. cheke64

    cheke64 Member

    Joined:
    May 12, 2009
    Messages:
    23,517
    Likes Received:
    14,909
    His locker room presence alone is worth the contract, plus the defense at the 4 would be our best.
     
  20. DJ

    DJ Member

    Joined:
    Jun 12, 2000
    Messages:
    1,387
    Likes Received:
    409

    He would not have to worry about that with DMo being injured and Dwight limited play in regards to back to back
     

Share This Page

  • About ClutchFans

    Since 1996, ClutchFans has been loud and proud covering the Houston Rockets, helping set an industry standard for team fan sites. The forums have been a home for Houston sports fans as well as basketball fanatics around the globe.

  • Support ClutchFans!

    If you find that ClutchFans is a valuable resource for you, please consider becoming a Supporting Member. Supporting Members can upload photos and attachments directly to their posts, customize their user title and more. Gold Supporters see zero ads!


    Upgrade Now