As we drink the Morey Kool-Aid...We are all Guilty

They obviously aren't untouchable, at least from my perspective, as I've advocated trading both of them for some all-star level talent.

But at least we're poised to make such trade or move forward with players that actually deserve to be in this league, and that's more than what you could say about a lot of teams in this league, most of which are in positions 10x worse than ours.

So let's be thankful that we actually have a good GM.

 

This has to be the worst thought out post I have ever read.

I have seen many spur of the moment posts because people were pissed that we lost a game (which is also ridiculous), but this may be the first one I have ever seen because someone was mad that a trade did not occur that they expected to happen. Jesus, it's not even the deadline yet.

 

Morey had a deal in place last year --Artest/Brooks for Bosh. As I understand it, Alexander didn't want to go through with it.

And it was never reported that a Kobe for McGrady deal was seriously considered by the Lakers (we're talking before the 07/08 season). One thing about Morey is he knows how to gauge value, and if that was a possibility he would have surely pushed for it. But, again, Les Alexander gets final say.

 

More evidence some people are willing to screw the franchise over for the next few years just for one day of trade news.

 

I HATE DARYL MOREY.

I CANT STAND ROCKETS LOSING GAMES WHEN THERE OFFENSE GOES DEAD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

We were so close to getting Caron Butler.

I cant stand morey one bit

 

Maybe Kyle Lowry couldnt stick with his junior high or freshman high school team. Its about what you're currently scouting from. Ariza played 2 decent years on the best team in the NBA.

Jury is still out on Ariza. But its not like it was overvaluing Sasha Vujacic.

He doesnt look to be panning out, though its a total luxury pick. It was part of a plan of approach to acquire asset(S) for cheap. Its okay for Sergio Llull to develop overseas for years, but bad for Taylor to develop domestically with the home team?

I thought this too. Until the facts kept coming out. What player electively chooses to have microfracture surgery to nix a trade? All while not telling the coach. Then later coming back, wondering why he's not getting clear communication with the team? McGrady made it more difficult on himself. If it was the NFL he would have been waived right then and there.

He did try to get David Andersen. Though I agree....

That goes with #4. Its nice having 1 option with interior LENGTH. Plus to me his age was a deterrent.

Forgetting that for the ROCKETS to retain Artest, it would have cost a LOT more. People were talking 8-10 a YEAR. Lamar Odom type money. Artest was NOT coming back to Houston at MLE price.

Lets not forget point #1, Wafer couldnt stick with Lakers, Nuggets, Blazers, Clippers, Olympiacos(!)...

I dont even know what you're trying to say there. I'm guessing you mean a LEAGUE OF PROFESSIONALS rather than "professional players". Cuz rebuilding and tanking is a management directed approach. Devin Harris doesnt care about trying to get John Wall to come in and take his own job.

 

Why did you ignore listing Scola, Landry, Brooks, Lowry, Battier, and Budinger?

 

Wow, I didn't know Brian Cook read the boards... much less started threads! If CD were still around, you would already have your 5-year, $60mil extension.

My first response was to remind everyone of when we took the rotting corpse of Glen Rice off the Knicks (to the tune of 3-yrs, $36+ mil). This was after CD failed to get Rice 2 years earlier... when he could still play... lost out to the Lakers.

Can't resist the ultimate skeleton in the closet. Who was steering the ship when we brought in Scottie Pippen and completely retooled our offense to suit him?

FAIL.

 

can we please revoke his membership! get a life and screw off---hole! you are a loser and feel free to never post again

 

Just when I think I have read the worst post and there can't possibly be a worse one coming down the pike. Thank you for restoring my faith in the idiocy of the common man.

 

I just wrote about this exact subject on my blog http://www.magicrockets.com/?p=321 ... We all need to relax Nation... Everything is happening the way it's supposed to happen. We can't expect Morey to jump through fiery hoops just to satisfy superficial fans wanting to see 'names' join the team before the deadline. The goal is long term growth and success. Swipe:

I’m hearing a few frustrated Rockets fan asking the following questions:

“What are the Rockets up to?” .. “Why are they letting Dallas steal Caron Butler and Brendan Haywood?” .. “Ariza is horrible. Why did we sign this guy?” .. “Why didn’t they bring back Von Wafer?” .. “Why not just let T-Mac stay and play?”

The answers to these question lie on the Rockets franchise being financially responsible, keeping the team's good chemistry in tact, and [most importantly] avoiding a desperate panic move that would ultimately set the franchise back several years.

The Rockets are currently out of the playoffs based on today’s standings and it’s really okay. If these panic-struck fans would simply step back, take a breath, and realize that running a franchise is about its long-term success, this “rough patch” would be a lot easier to understand. We as Rockets fans should feel blessed.

The active Rockets roster has the perfect balance of budding young stars (Brooks, Ariza, and Landry), smart veterans (Battier and Scola), hard nosed players (Lowry and Hayes), and a rookie with a ton of potential (Chase Budinger). If that doesn’t put a smile on your face, you need to go see a shrink. All of these guys believe in the system and aren’t pushing back one bit. So all of you fans who miss Von Wafer and are who are hanging on to the T-Mac fantasy, please snap out of it and realize that there are some great days coming for Rockets fans.

Let’s address the people crying over Dallas making the trade for Caron Butler and Brendan Haywood. I’m a big fan of both of these players but the simple fact is that we can’t expect Daryl Morey to jump through fiery hoops to acquire names. As a NBA fan, I’m happy for both Dallas and Washington because the trade serves both teams well. Dallas moves a troublemaker in Josh Howard, a non-difference-making journeyman in Drew Gooden, and throw-ins for a stud All-Star in Caron and a very underrated center in Haywood. The Wiz get payroll relief. Maybe Josh Howard will appreciate the opportunity to be a starter again and get his semi-derailed career back on track.

It would be nice to see those guys in a Rockets uniform THIS YEAR, but let’s be honest and realize that the move would not help the team for the long term. Haywood does not deserve to be a rental. What purpose would he serve once Yao is back next season? Caron’s arrival would have forced Shane Battier to the bench and severely stunted Chase Budinger’s development.

A quick note on Trevor Ariza. Everyone relax. I get frustrated seeing him missing a ton of shots as well, but I also know this team needs him. As long as he continues to play good defense and make his signature athletic hustle plays, he’s serving an important purpose. Wait until Yao returns and he starts draining those open treys as a result of in-post double teams. Things will be okay. Trevor is neither overpaid, overrated, nor out of place.

 

Some of you guys don't know squat about basketball.

 

Not cool posting Head. Everyone loves Head.

Replace with this guy.

 

Oh-mm-gee! You're, like, so dumb and stuff. Seriously though, stop posting.

 

Head sucks. Ooops.

Add McGrady too.

 

CD's resume:
Matt Maloney for too much money.
Moochie Norris for too much money.
Mo Taylor for too much money.
Shandon Anderson for too much money.
Eddie Griffin acquired for Richard Jefferson and Jason Collins.
David Wesley for Jim Jackson.
Jason Collier for Joel Przbylla.

Morey's Resume:
Aaron Brooks with late first round pick.
Carl Landry acquired for cash.
Luis Scola acquired for Vassilis Spanoulis.
Kyle Lowry for Rafer Alston.
Chase Budinger acquired for cash.

I prefer Morey's smart and cautious approach versus making expensive moves that cripple us long term.

 

One of the dumbest threads of the year. Aaron Brooks, Luis Scola, Carl Landry, and Kyle Lowry is MORE than enough for me. I am in awe of Daryl's accomplishments thus far and he has my complete trust. If he doesn't make a move, I'm fine with it knowing that there is a reason behind the action, not just impatience or impetuousness. Please leave Stacy, no one who actually follows the rockets agrees with you.

 

Keep in mind that the McGrady situation it's on Adelman, not Morey. He can't force a coach to put a player on the court. Then, if player asks for a trade, he looks for a trade. I don't think Morey is happy with this situation, in fact I think he still had confidence on the player. But he respects coach decision and does his job.

In my opinion he has proved over this years to be undoubtedly a very smart and very prepared GM. Something may be true, it is that he perhaps overstates some of his players. Anyway, I'm very confortable and very unconcerned with him because he shows responsability, professionalism, he's cold-blooded, he shows preparation, NBA knowledge... He has a plan, the personality, and knows perfectly his environment.

I think we're certainly in a very good position to make a trade, and would be disappointing to not see moves, but all in all, I trust in him.

 

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Pretty gutsy I must say, even for 1 year.

(and yes, pun intended on the "splashy" move)