I did not realize when I created this fan that it would come to this. I guess I should have chose my words more carefully before I posted this. Maybe I should have said "supporter" instead of "fan." Oh well it is the summer and boring least Texans preseason starts soon. Some people read too much into posts. First I support Rockets over players, coaches, gm's, owners, cheerleaders, mascot, concession stands, stadium, etc.
and you forgot Ron Artest. was that on purpose? we did get Ron Artest via Morey, I have evidence http://www.clutchfans.net/news/1497/artest_on_clutchfans_let_me_in/ Artest on ClutchFans: Let Me In! Rockets forward says he's trying to create a ClutchFans account but can't get on SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2008 2:43 AM CST By Clutch Copyright 2008 ClutchFans.net Artest on ClutchFans: Let Me In! Houston Rockets forward Ron Artest made an appearance on the Carmichael Dave radio show in Sacramento in the wee hours Friday morning, and a fan called in to ask him a question. Does he ever go to ClutchFans? "Yes, yes. I'm on ClutchFans a lot," said Artest. "Dave got me on ClutchFans. I was trying to get a password and ID, but for some reason I can't get no ID. I can't get on the site. I'm trying to interact but I can't." The host of the show, Carmichael Dave, proceeded to ask Artest if he did get an account on ClutchFans if he would try to correct Rockets fans who criticize him. "No, no, no. I'm not going to do that -- oh yeah, I might do that. I want two IDs. I want to be a heckler. I want to be like an internet heckler," said Artest. The former Sacramento King also tossed in a teaser gem that he might post with his second "anonymous" account. "Ron deserves a $100 million extension. He really does," deadpanned Artest. For those asking -- I'm not sure why Artest can't get on. Carmichael Dave does post on the site, but he suffered a 5-day wait from when he registered until I approved his and about 100 other new accounts back in July. That was my fault -- it was pretty hectic when the Artest trade happened, but it still shouldn't have taken that long. So as a result of that wait, Dave assumed that we're not letting Ron's account through, but that's not the case. So it's hard to say if the 6-foot-7 forward is serious about having attempted to get on, but if he did communicate with Houston fans like that, he'd likely rocket from current fan favorite to legendary status overnight. Well, for me he already did when he delivered this line. "My kid's asleep. I've eaten dinner. I'm ready to get on ClutchFans," said Artest.
You know what being a fan of the Houston Rockets mean? It means supporting what is good for the Houston Rockets. That means supporting Daryl Morey. Because damn has he been good for the Rockets.
Nope I like Ron Artest, I wanted to resign him over Ariza. Didn't think he really had an effect on the current team or was anything near a fan favorite like Landry was.
So why was he not on Morey's list of deals? We gave away a 2nd round pick for him. Fan favorite has nothing to do with a poll on deals.
WHAT? Donte Greene was a first round pick and we gave up Bobby Jackson (no big loss there). If Greene continues to develop, the trade looks worse. DD
Come on Tinman, I'm not trying to bust balls, nit picking really, but you did say sign. So, I'm going to need you to go ahead and edit your previous post, ppreciate' it.
he did have to sign something right? you're right we did trade for him. but look at the original post: Morey has made several moves in his four year tenure. Which one struck you the most in making you realize that "In Morey we trust." If there are options I am missing please present them. http://www.clutchfans.net/news/1482/big_three_ron_artest_headed_to_houston/ Big Three: Ron Artest headed to Houston Rockets set to make big trade in sending Jackson, Greene to Kings for Artest TUESDAY, JULY 29, 2008 9:12 PM CST By Clutch Copyright 2008 ClutchFans.net Big Three: Ron Artest headed to Houston Hold on to your drink cups (please)... Ron Artest is heading south to Clutch City. According to multiple reports, the Rockets and Kings have agreed on a deal that will send Bobby Jackson, Donte Greene and a 2009 first round pick to Sacramento and bring Artest to Houston. The deal can not be finalized until August 14th, 30 days after Greene signed his Rockets contract. "Yes, it has been tentatively agreed upon," said Artest's agent, Mark Stevens. "Now it has to be confirmed by the league office and until that is done, it's not official." The four words that come to mind: Are you kidding me? This is the sequel to the Pau Gasol trade. This would never pass the Gregg Popovich trade committee and if I were the GM of another team I'd be asking for criminal charges to be filed. The Rockets simply added a 20-point scorer who plays elite-level defense and they did not have to give up Shane Battier to pull it off. Houston did not lose a single significant piece from a returning 55-win basketball team. In the short term, they gave up nothing. Yes, Greene has a ton of potential, but just the same he was the 28th pick of the draft. In total, the Rockets gave up a purely expendable piece in Jackson and two very late first rounders (which have proven to be acquirable for straight cash) for an in-his-prime legitimate third star. It's looking more and more like Rockets GM Daryl Morey is playing in a fantasy league with Kevin Pritchard and 28 stiffs. The 6-foot-7, 245-pound Artest has been a bruising defender since he came into the league in 1999, but his offense has had to progress each season. He scored 20.5 points a night on 45.3% shooting to go with 5.8 boards and 2.3 steals with the Kings last season in just over 38 minutes per. For his career, Artest does not shoot a high percentage from three ball (32.9%), but he nailed 38% from downtown last season. Yes, Artest is crazier than a sack of weasels. He's Heath Ledger's Joker in Otis Thorpe's body, but he's toned it down since the infamous meltdown in Detroit and a friend who works for the Kings reiterated Tuesday night that Artest has really worked on changing for the better. Still, there is some risk involved that he might bail for a month to hunt whales in Antarctica, but that's the beauty of the trade: Artest's deal is up next summer. He's in a contract year and the Rockets don't have to commit long-term just yet. Something goes wrong? They have a bigger expiring contract ($8.5M) to play with at the February trading deadline than the Jackson pact ($6.1M) they just traded away. Rockets coach Rick Adelman coached Ron Ron for half a season in 2005-06 with the Kings and Artest enjoyed the highest assist output (4.2 per game) of his career that year. So the newest Rocket should feel comfortable in Adelman's system, but more importantly, Adelman aquiring him again shows that the Rockets head man is not concerned about supervising a second tour of duty for the enigmatic star. The defensive possibilities with this team are just downright scary. Adelman can now throw out two defensive stoppers on the wing in Artest and Battier, giving the team more punch against the likes of Kobe Bryant and Lamar Odom. The bigger impact may be felt offensively. The Rockets needed a guy who could get his own shot. They needed a guy who could attack the basket. They needed a guy -- any guy -- who could take the scoring pressure off of Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady when defenses double. Stromile Swift. Bonzi Wells. Mike James. Steve Francis. The Rockets have had some terrible luck trying to find that guy to put next to their dynamic duo. This time it feels different. As always it's a requirement to cross your fingers for good health, but after adding Artest, the Rockets may have just blasted their way to the top of the preseason projection pile in the West.
It was more than just a second round pick, it was Bobby Jackson, Donte Greene, 2009 first round pick. That's why there was an option for "other."
Like you said earlier, the argument is just plain silly. Looking at the team two-three years ago, and looking at the team now, it's night and day in terms of depth of talent. Morey and Les are responsible for that. You're not a Rockets fan if you don't like what Morey's done with our team.
It was big enough news that Clutch made front page articles on Clutchfans. But it's on the list as "Other"?? sure. if you don't like Ron or just forgot just say so.
Look this isn't photoshop: there's Daryl Morey and Ron Artest there's some real Rockets fans there's Toyota Center
Yes if you want Clutch or some other mod to change it be my guest. If you have a problem with my thread I reccomend you creating your own next time or ignore me so you don't waste my time or yours.
Morey is overrated, championship is won by superstars. Making small trades like this makes Rox a quality playoff team, but not a contending team.
