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!

Do you want JaVale McGee?

Discussion in 'Houston Rockets: Game Action & Roster Moves' started by 45souf, Feb 23, 2012.

?

Would you want JaVale McGee on the Rockets?

Poll closed Feb 25, 2012.
  1. Yes, He is better than what we have?

    88 vote(s)
    40.7%
  2. No, He is not worth the risk, and would bring us down?

    128 vote(s)
    59.3%
  1. Carl Herrera

    Carl Herrera Member

    Joined:
    Feb 16, 2007
    Messages:
    45,153
    Likes Received:
    21,575
    Depends on what you give up for him. I see him as a potential Dalembert.
     
  2. roslolian

    roslolian Member

    Joined:
    Oct 30, 2008
    Messages:
    29,974
    Likes Received:
    20,154
    I'm pretty sure that's what we did with Patterson and Donatas Motiejunas :confused:
     
  3. 45souf

    45souf Member

    Joined:
    Feb 16, 2010
    Messages:
    609
    Likes Received:
    14
    Mcgee is 24 and Gasol is 31....When in doubt go to the younger player
     
  4. emjohn

    emjohn Member

    Joined:
    Jul 29, 2002
    Messages:
    12,132
    Likes Received:
    567
    You'd think we'd have learned by now, but I guess the remaining "Free T-Will" posters still don't grasp the concept of professionalism in the NBA.
     
  5. Pete the Cheat

    Joined:
    Jun 30, 2006
    Messages:
    3,100
    Likes Received:
    487
    considering we have paraded Jordan Hill out on the court as an NBA center, I don't see what all the uproar is about.

    Washington is toxic from top to bottom...I would love to see what this guy could do with some guidance.
     
  6. Carl Herrera

    Carl Herrera Member

    Joined:
    Feb 16, 2007
    Messages:
    45,153
    Likes Received:
    21,575
    Pamela McGee's (JaVale's mom) interview this season makes me kind of interested in bringing him in and see what Kevin McHale can do with him.

    Specifically, Pamela complained that the Wizards didn't bring in a great big man (like Ewing in Orlando or Abdul-Jabbar in LA) to tutor McGee. I wonder if Kevin McHale can get through to the guy (and his mom). Leaving aside the actual knowledge about post play, McHale at least has the kind of resume that may earn some trust from the McGees and have JaVale concentrate on learning rather than doubting the quality of big man coaching he's receiving.
     
  7. RV6

    RV6 Member

    Joined:
    Aug 21, 2008
    Messages:
    25,522
    Likes Received:
    1,109
    It would help, but it's just like being in class...you fill it with knuckleheads who don't listen and act up and they're going to highly influence those kids who aren't strong minded enough to not buy into it. It doesn't mean those kids are dumb or just like them, more like they lack self-control and choose to go with the flow. Put those kids in a class with better students and they'll act better and get better grades. Change the peers that are pressuring them.
     
  8. jayhow92

    jayhow92 Member

    Joined:
    Jan 15, 2011
    Messages:
    8,815
    Likes Received:
    6,122
    Depends on who we give up and get. Hill, bud and a future second is the most is give up. And hell no to blatche.
     
  9. rocketblaze

    rocketblaze Member

    Joined:
    May 2, 2009
    Messages:
    4,400
    Likes Received:
    129
    If he comes cheap then yeah, sure why not. :)
     
  10. flamingdts

    flamingdts Member

    Joined:
    Feb 23, 2008
    Messages:
    11,630
    Likes Received:
    4,729
    Very true.

    McGee is not the only player going nowhere, John Wall's development is stunt too. The franchise is a huge part to their immaturity and failure.

    This could be one of those low risk/high reward moves, with McGee's value plummeting fast.
     
  11. REEKO_HTOWN

    REEKO_HTOWN I'm Rich Biiiiaaatch!

    Joined:
    Jun 26, 2008
    Messages:
    47,504
    Likes Received:
    19,629
    Those arguing about the Wizards organization should also think about McGee being set in stone already. He's been there for 5+ seasons and just bringing him here isn't going to erase the last 5 years. Do you really think after he's be getting away with all that he has he'll just conform to this organization? You think He'll just stop being stupid?

    Example: Terrance Williams. Now you want another one?
     
    #51 REEKO_HTOWN, Feb 23, 2012
    Last edited: Feb 23, 2012
  12. Z-Ro&Trae

    Z-Ro&Trae Member

    Joined:
    Sep 13, 2009
    Messages:
    2,735
    Likes Received:
    41
    Javale is stuck on a sh!tty team basically. i don't this guy being any worst than thabeet. art least javale has seen timeo n the floor, and we all know what he can (and can't) do.
     
  13. Z-Ro&Trae

    Z-Ro&Trae Member

    Joined:
    Sep 13, 2009
    Messages:
    2,735
    Likes Received:
    41
    somewhat fixed.
     
  14. treyk3

    treyk3 Member

    Joined:
    Jun 26, 2008
    Messages:
    8,861
    Likes Received:
    16,374
    I do Patterson + Flynn for him.

    That opens up room for Donatus next year and also allows us to do the Pau Gasol trade.
    Buddinger + Dragic + Scola + Thabeet for Gasol

    Lowry / Twill
    Martin / Lee
    Parsons/ Morris
    Gasol / Hill
    Dalembert / McGee

    That's a contending team in my opinion. Allows us to let Hill and Twill Expire and bring over Donatus and Llull

    Lowry/ Llull
    Martin/ Lee
    Parsons / Morris
    Gasol / Donatus
    Dalembert / McGee
     
  15. thetatomatis

    thetatomatis Member

    Joined:
    May 25, 2010
    Messages:
    5,699
    Likes Received:
    101
    Not sure what it takes but yeah if he responds to a better winning environment it might be worth a look.
     
  16. Pete the Cheat

    Joined:
    Jun 30, 2006
    Messages:
    3,100
    Likes Received:
    487
    how about ZBo as a counter example? or Sheed getting traded to Detroit? I mean, up until a couple years ago Tyson Chandler was considered a bust who couldn't stay on the court...

    I am not saying this guy is going to land in Houston and suddenly the light bulb is going to go off, but there are plenty of examples of guys flourishing after leaving a toxic environment. couple that with the fact big men generally take longer to peak, and I think it is a calculated risk worth taking.
     
  17. Z-Ro&Trae

    Z-Ro&Trae Member

    Joined:
    Sep 13, 2009
    Messages:
    2,735
    Likes Received:
    41
    Javale's mom is correct. just because his coach, and teammates are b****made doesn't mean that he is.
     
  18. Rudyc281

    Rudyc281 Member

    Joined:
    Jun 23, 2011
    Messages:
    11,821
    Likes Received:
    9,518
    I wanted 2 trade 4 him last year but this year I jus don't noe but if we did get him at da deadline I'll probably be happy
     
  19. REEKO_HTOWN

    REEKO_HTOWN I'm Rich Biiiiaaatch!

    Joined:
    Jun 26, 2008
    Messages:
    47,504
    Likes Received:
    19,629
    The thing is that Those two guys where knuckle heads but they're skills were great!

    McGee's skills? He can dunk and he can block shots. That's it. Tyson Chandler? Maybe but Tyson Chandler wasn't stupid. He didn't forget to look for the basketball on a missed shot. McGee has mental problems. Not just maturity.
     
  20. thetatomatis

    thetatomatis Member

    Joined:
    May 25, 2010
    Messages:
    5,699
    Likes Received:
    101
    I dont see why we cant offer them up Dalembert and a few bench players to get him. Maybe just Scola for him straight up.

    Heck go ahead and give away that nearly worthless Knicks 1st round draft pick, Jordan Hill, and Dalembert for him. Start with younger guys on the team.
     

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