Trade Deadline Articles/Notes

Intersting. Not what i would expect from Brian Grant, being happy in a losing enviroment.

Looks quite unlikely that the Rockets would make a move for a maxed-out player who doesn't want to leave his team.

As much as I wanted this deal to go through i guess that makes things a helluva lot harder.

Guess all that's left is dreamcasting about Elton Brand, Andre Miller and the Clips...

 

Clutch,

Thanks for the links. I also agree that Rox will stand pat unless there's an offer they can't refuse. Can't see them moving anyone except Rice, & doubt they could get enough value for Cuttino to justify trade - he's "damaged goods" on the open market now b/o his me-first attitude.

D R

 

Quick, name an under 30 year old player with 3+ years left on his contract averaging about 5 mill a year, and has averaged 20+ ppg within the last 2 years?

It rhymes with Muttino Kobley.

Elden Campbell for Brand and Sean Rooks is just funny.

So Clutch- since we're talking Heat and/or Clippers, if we make a deal, it's likely going to be a pretty major one (Grant, Jones, Miller, Brand)?

 

Clutch, was the Muttino Kobley allusion your intuition or is there a little bit more to that?

 

I just think it is going to be really difficult for any significant deals to get done with anyone. There will be some last-minute pressure deals but with the luxury tax out there and so many quality free agents available this summer, cap room is at a premium.

Why else would players like Olajuwon and Mourning, who won't suit up again, be on the block. They would immediately create cap space for any team in need.

Makes me think Glen Rice will be a hot commodity next season.

 

Thanks for the summary, Clutch. I was really surprised that there was not even one trade announced during the all-star weekend. As far as I could remember, usually something went down during that time. If we could get Brand or Miller, that would be great, but I really doubt it. Also, with Miller's recent play, I am not even so sure about him anymore.

 

I'd have Cato over Rooks. He's horrrrible.
I don't want Miller, still think he is overrated, and lacks leadership.
Brand would be nice, but not to have a good 4 and no SG.
Grant is not going to make much impact.
Jones is almost the same as Cat. Probably more expensive and not as good. JMO

 

As I've said before, Andre Miller is what this team needs - someone who can run an offensive and create easy shots for others. I'd move Mobley for him and Piatkowski right now.

Why Mobley? Well, he's locked into a relatively sane contract (important for the cheap Clips), meaning they can let Corey Maggette and Quentin Richardson walk, and he's already friends with Lamar Odom (who they actually want to keep).

For our part, people talk about this being a young team, but Mobley is 27. I think that Yao, Eddie, Boki, and even Steve have time to improve, but Mobley will never be any better than ball-hogging streak-shooter. He's peaked and we need to cash him out now.

 

Clutch,

Would you care to explain the talk last week? Just wanted to know what was being discussed and with whom

Thanks!

Tariq

 

Really appreciate the links and info, Clutch.

I wish there was something brewing... not for the sake of making a trade just to shake things up (although shaking things up is needed, somehow, whether it's moving Cat to the bench as a 6th man or getting a new assistant), but because the guys just don't seem to blend well. It's probably youth and lack of playing time together as a team, but I really thought they would have some consistency by now... that they would have gelled. The rollercoaster is getting very old.

 

Mobley + Moochie for Andre Miller and sign an NBDL point who can shoot.

Better yet, find Gabe Muoneke wherever he is and sign him.

 

Clutch, thanks for the info. I think I still have that SAR pic you did a few seasons ago.

While I'd like for this team to make a deal, especially to get Brand or Miller, I think we'll be fine standing pat. We've definitely shown signs of brilliance this year, and unlike two years ago, we've done it against the good teams. I think that's a great foundation to build on. We will learn to not play down to the competition, and this team will be a contender shortly.

 

If there's any way that the Clips will take Mobley for Miller, the Rockets will run, not walk to the phones to seal the deal. Besides, because Andre is a restricted FA this summer, the Rockets could match any offer from Utah.

The Clippers appear to be leaning towards signing Odom and Brand since they've taken a liking to Jaric. Also, as previously mentioned, Maggette and Richardson can walk since they have Mobley in this deal.

From the Rockets perspective, we land a pass-first PG in Miller. Francis moves to his natural position at the 2 guard, much like Iverson did in his 3rd year. Passing comes naturally to Dre, who could find Yao and Posey for easy baskets. Also, Mo Taylor would be around to knock down an open jumper or two. Of course this plan sounds kickass on paper, it would only work if Rudy T puts down the Jack Daniels and opens up his damn eyes.

 

I still don't understand why Posey doesn't get more time at the 2 guard. It certainly can't be because that position is suppossed to be for your sweet shooting spot up lpayer, because Mobley certainly isn't. If we can get Brand for Mobley and fillers, I think the starting lineup of Francis, Posey, Morris, Brand, Ming would be very very very good. Morris certainly isn't starters quality, but when a team has that much talent and assuming everyone understood their roles, you can plug in CBA players and still do well (see Chucky Brown, Pete Chilcutt, etc. - Rudy himself even glazed over this in his last 610 talk).

 

Because Rudy has his rotations. I don't know. He barely tries new things. And he usually does like once, but then returns to his old stuff. The only reason he would mix it up is if there are injuries.

I DO NOT KNOW WHY EITHER!!!

 

I just hope I don't have to commit suicide before it happens.


"Petition on Rudy" - 94 replies
Clutch thread - 16 replies

What is happening to this BBS?

 

Sorry for the horrible grammar Clutch.

I agree with you about Cuttino, btw. I feel as if I'm a horrible person whenever I acknowledge that he drives me crazy...

but that's a subject for another day. Besides, I wouldn't want to encourage a lurking GM to review those Mobley tapes too many times. Until the deadline we should "highlight the bravado and ignore the cluelessness".

So, uhhh... I heard that Cuttino once... errr... passed the ball.

 

I would hate to see Cuttino Mobley move away if Francis would be frustrated not being able to play with his buddy, but if Francis really want to win and head into the League looking to improve his team, then the trade would be a positive note. I'm not saying trading Mobley for another player would be the best deal, but experiments can happen and it's how it goes being an NBA player. Rudy is a chemistry guy, and he should know that Cuttino would not fit in the rotation if he is not playing well with Ming or Francis. Since Ming came in I think Mobley lost his touch and is starting to fade away from the team. Almost an Outcast. But Mobley has the talent, the way he drives to the basket.. but he also has poor fundamentals on the game sometimes. I just hope what the team does is best, and they know what it is.