The NBA Offseason!

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: Jak
Date: June 28, 2010 at 10:36 PM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/the-nba-offseason.27313/

Not that it's a done deal, but the first free agent seems to be just about out the door.
Colangelo's comments come amid a wild bout of speculation that Bosh is headed to either the Miami Heat or Chicago Bulls.
Detroit Pistons forward and former Raptor Charlie Villanueva posted on his Twitter account that Bosh was headed to Miami.
"Sorry to break Toronto heart, I love that city, but Chris Bosh is heading to Miami," he wrote.
Earlier Twitter talk had Bosh headed to Chicago.
Colangelo said it seemed like "there was a movement" for Bosh and fellow free agents LeBron James and Dwyane Wade to end up in the same spot.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: Jak
Date: June 28, 2010 at 10:37 PM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/the-nba-offseason.27313/

Dallas, TX (Sports Network) -
Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki will apparently opt out of the final year of his contract and become an unrestricted free agent,
according to a report in the Dallas Morning News.
The paper reported that the nine-time All-Star is unlikely to reach a long- term deal with the Mavericks and will exercise the early termination option in his contract by the deadline on Wednesday.
If Nowitzki elects to go the free agency route, he will be leaving $21.5 million on the table for next season, but could still sign a new deal with Dallas in free agency.
Nowitzki has been the face of the Mavericks since the club acquired him on draft day in 1998 after Milwaukee selected him with the ninth overall pick. The native of Germany posted averages of 25.0 points, 7.7 rebounds and 2.7 assists while shooting 42.1 percent on threes and 91.5 percent from the free throw line in 81 games last year.
Over 12 NBA seasons, spanning 920 games -- 895 starts -- the 7-footer has averaged 22.9 points, 8.5 rebounds and 2.7 assists.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: Jak
Date: June 28, 2010 at 10:41 PM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/the-nba-offseason.27313/

The Top free Agents: :shock:
Lebron James
Dwayne Wade
Chris Bosh
Joe Johnson
Amare Stoudemire
Dirk Nowitzki
Carlos Boozer
Rudy Gay
Ray Allen

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: hector234
Date: June 28, 2010 at 10:50 PM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/the-nba-offseason.27313/

Reports are that Lebron is favoring Chicago. I don't blame him, thats the best fit for him IMO. If the Bulls can get Lebron and Bosh, that team will be loaded. I can't see him going to Miami, Wade and him might not be able to co-exist on the same team, both guys want the ball in big moments.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: ResoluteProtector
Date: June 28, 2010 at 10:50 PM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/the-nba-offseason.27313/

Dirk is out of Dallas....

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: Jak
Date: June 28, 2010 at 10:53 PM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/the-nba-offseason.27313/

:lol: ... i can't even say Rudy Gay!

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: Jak
Date: June 28, 2010 at 10:54 PM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/the-nba-offseason.27313/

hector234 said:
I can't see him going to Miami, Wade and him might not be able to co-exist on the same team, both guys want the ball in big moments.
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I can't see Wade staying Miami if they don't bring in another big gun.
Imagine Allen or Dirk with Wade...

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: hector234
Date: June 28, 2010 at 10:56 PM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/the-nba-offseason.27313/

Jak said:
hector234 said:
I can't see him going to Miami, Wade and him might not be able to co-exist on the same team, both guys want the ball in big moments.
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I can't see Wade staying Miami if they don't bring in another big gun.
Imagine Allen or Dirk with Wade...
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I think a guy like Dirk would be a HUGE addition for Miami if Wade stays. They need a big guy that can add space to offense, the Beasley pick hasn't worked out the way they wanted. Wade and Dirk would be a much better fit than James and Wade

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: ResoluteProtector
Date: June 30, 2010 at 12:55 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/the-nba-offseason.27313/

lefthook07 said:
Sources: Celtics' Pierce opting out
Add one more marquee name to the most anticipated free-agent class in NBA history: Paul Pierce.
Sources close to the situation told ESPN.com that Pierce has notified the Boston Celtics that he will opt out of the final year of his contract before Wednesday's deadline to do so, which will make Pierce an unrestricted free agent for the first time in his career.
By opting out, Pierce will forfeit next season's $21.5 million salary but becomes eligible to sign a new four-year deal with the Celtics worth a maximum of $96 million and can receive four-year offers from other teams worth a maximum $93 million.
It is unlikely Pierce would receive a contract longer than four years, because a fifth season would begin when Pierce was 37 and -- under the league's over-36 rule -- would have costly salary cap implications for any team signing him.
Pierce's name has scarcely been mentioned in the buildup to the summer of 2010 free-agent bonanza because, as with Dallas' Dirk Nowitzki, most rival executives believe that the Celtics would never allow the go-to scorer of the 2008 championship team to walk.
Sources said that Pierce will begin free agency by talking first to the Celtics when the market opens on Thursday at 12:01 a.m., but the 32-year-old will field other offers.
External interest in Pierce is hard to gauge because there has been so little discussion in recent months about his potential free agency and because of the heavy load he has carried for the Celtics in recent seasons. Yet Pierce just played a pivotal role in helping Boston to reach the NBA Finals and take the Los Angeles Lakers to seven grueling games as a No. 4 seed in the East.
Asked recently to gauge the likelihood of re-signing Pierce, Celtics vice president of basketball operations Danny Ainge said last week on WEEI Radio in Boston: "I don't know because he may be able to get a long-term contract somewhere else. It may be better than what we have [to offer]."
http://sports.espn.go.com/boston/nba/news/story?id=5341636
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[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: Jak
Date: June 30, 2010 at 12:57 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/the-nba-offseason.27313/

I didn't even hear that Kurt Hinrich got traded. That should have happened years ago, it wasn't working for either him or the bulls. it'll be good to see him in a different uniform.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: KillswitchKen
Date: June 30, 2010 at 02:32 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/the-nba-offseason.27313/

ResoluteProtector said:
Dirk is out of Dallas....
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THANK GOD!
My faavorite player finally off one of my least favorite teams. Hope Dirk finds a good team to go to, and we all know he'll be a huge asset to any team. Love you Dirk, f--- you Mavericks.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: Hitman21
Date: June 30, 2010 at 05:05 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/the-nba-offseason.27313/

LeBron come to GOLDEN STATE!!!!!!! though we have no chance in hell!! but still that would be the greatest thing since Penut Butter and Jelly

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: Hitman21
Date: June 30, 2010 at 05:56 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/the-nba-offseason.27313/

I feel the most realistic championship team that can happen with a cap space is
Bosh, LeBron,Ray Allen, to Chicago to add with Rose and Noah. LeBron and Bosh will demand maximum salaries, but Ray wont..it will be a perfect Combo with LeBron being the alpha dog, Rose running the point, NOah the dirty work, Bosh the low post scorer and rebounder, and Ray the outside shooter vet.
Another Combo that can happen is
Dirk, Wade and Boozer to Miami
Combo 3
Joe Johnson, Amare...and hope for Next year to Land Carmelo Anthony for New York
Combo 4 Pierce resign with Celtics and add Rudy Gaaay to replace Ray Allen, he would fit perfectly to that Celtic team and will make them one of the top dogs again.
there 4 badass teams right there

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: ResoluteProtector
Date: June 30, 2010 at 06:08 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/the-nba-offseason.27313/

I think Cleveland will be looking at some of these free agents.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: elderpanda
Date: June 30, 2010 at 07:39 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/the-nba-offseason.27313/

ResoluteProtector said:
I think Cleveland will be looking at some of these free agents.
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The only way they do this is if they do a sign and trade. They ate up quite a bit of Antwawn Jamison's contract that put them near the cap, unless they waive a few veterans like Varejao, the only way they get into this markey is by sign and trade.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: hector234
Date: June 30, 2010 at 10:21 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/the-nba-offseason.27313/

Im starting to think Miami might be where Lebron and Bosh end up with Wade. Chicago still doesnt have a coach, and though it would be a good fit for him to play with a young PG like Rose, not sure if he'd like to play in MJ's backyard. Especially since he is always trying to shy away from the comparisons. I can't see him staying with the Cavs, they are a big mess, no coach, GM is gone, and even though they did everything to satisfy him these years, they don't have the funds to really get him and another big FA.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: Hitman21
Date: June 30, 2010 at 02:07 PM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/the-nba-offseason.27313/

Nuggets are looking to trade Melo Anthony, if he doesn't sign an extension

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: tupua26
Date: June 30, 2010 at 02:08 PM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/the-nba-offseason.27313/

you think dirk might consider going to PHX?

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: MMAStudent
Date: June 30, 2010 at 02:09 PM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/the-nba-offseason.27313/

I'd still love to see James in Chicago teaming up with Derrick Rose.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: sexualbanana
Date: June 30, 2010 at 03:40 PM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/the-nba-offseason.27313/

Hitman21 said:
I feel the most realistic championship team that can happen with a cap space is
Bosh, LeBron,Ray Allen, to Chicago to add with Rose and Noah. LeBron and Bosh will demand maximum salaries, but Ray wont..it will be a perfect Combo with LeBron being the alpha dog, Rose running the point, NOah the dirty work, Bosh the low post scorer and rebounder, and Ray the outside shooter vet.
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Disagree.
- Derrick Rose is not a natural point guard. Nor can he shoot reliably from 3. What you get out of him is a smaller, younger Lebron James with (like I already said) a less reliable 3-pointer. If anything, I think the Bulls should have kept Heinrich (who is a better PG fit if you had Lebron and Bosh), and traded Rose for tremendous value.
- A Bosh-Noah-James frontcourt is the best scenario for the Bulls because Noah isn't an offensive production guy. He's the guy that will do the hard-nose work rebounding and protecting the basket, and do it well which will allow Bosh and Lebron to focus on offense. Bosh's inability to close out games has been shown to be a direct result of relying on him to score 22+ points a game AND grabbing 10+ rebounds a game, so having Noah there will really help his numbers. Although if he were to share a court with either Wade or Lebron, he won't necessarily be as relied upon in late-game scenarios.
Personally, I think
- Wade is staying in Miami (and this whole FA scenario is just a formality for him)
- Lebron is staying in Cleveland for a shorter-term deal. I don't think his ego will allow him to leave his hometown without having brought a NBA championship, and this is all just a ruse to feel important since he missed out on the college recruiting bonanza that he would've caused in high school (someone on ESPN brought that up the recruiting point and I think it's a pretty good idea)
- Bosh is likely to go to Chicago or New York. He's more likely to win in Chicago, but I'm sure he's attracted to the big lights of NYC (think of all the on-camera stuff he's done lately). New Jersey is possible just because Prokorov is likely to throw truckloads of money and bonuses at him.