[TSN CANADA] James Traded to Raptors for Alston

I hope that's not supposed to be Rafer playing D. If so we're in trouble.

 

most do, but he's a known idiot so just ignore him.

 

that's Steven Hunter formerly of the Suns I believe.

 

its called excitement...

but then again if reggie saw me doing the above actions hed prolly think im some sort of terrorist....

 

don't forget that alston played for stand van gundy...

i assure you that JVG knew what he was getting...

I like the deal, we need a passer on this squad... imagine alston driving to the lane throwing no look alleyopps to stromile and tmac and dishing to yao for the layup...

great move

 

Fair trade talent wise, I like what Alston brings in terms of passing and setting up an offense.

Kinda funny how JVG said he won't coach knuckleheads and then they bring in one of the biggest knuckleheads of last season. I don't think his attitude will be a problem though, well atleast that's what I'm hoping.

 

Very good point Jeff...that does make me feel a bit better about the trade.

 

So IF Rafer plays well and comes on strong for the Rockets, who gets to bring the "RAFER MADNESS" signs to TC? Or you can paraphrase Yakov Smirnoff with "In Houston, Rafer smokes you!"

Just a thought. A disturbing thought, but a thought.

 

This coming from a guy who signed up but not a few months ago...

yes im a known idiot here

 

i said awhile ago in here that they should get alston. and lookey here. i finally get one right this time!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! alston would be a good fit for us. who is gonna be our backup

 

I've been trying to tell ya'll guys... put your money down, you won't regret it.

Well... you might regret it, but I doubt it.

This is going to be a very very good season... great move.

James was cool, but Rafer is better, anyone who says different is blind.



73-9

 

I'm sure DA will be the one spelling Rafer at the point a lot of the time, assuming Sura will still be hurt and Head isn't ready. He did it in Portland.

 

"yao for the layup"...

sigh.

Anyways, lets keep the personal criticisms aside please. Not that I care either way, because I like to see people squabble, but there's no need for it here.

Also, I am all for the trade. James was great off the bench, but his talents can be easily replaced. I just hope Sura doesn't become the odd man out because he really was the embodiment of the heart and soul of this team.

 

This is Houston Rockets forum. You are terrorizing this thread with your personal grudge against reggietod from the D&D. Don't bring that stuff over here. It's obvious you have a personal dislike for Mike James too but try to save some of that excitment for Ramadan which is 1 day from the looks of your sig.

 

That must be AMARE Stoudamire. The jerseys are different.

 

Rockets.com actually has the story now!

http://www.nba.com/rockets/news/Rockets_Acquire_Rafer_Alston_f-152609-822.html

 

I second that.

 

Here's a good thought that popped in while I was mulling th etrade over - Rafer, Barry and Tmac running the fast break together smells pretty sweet right now.

 

solid pickup!

 

Wow is that a record time for them to post a news story?