Jeremy Lin

Jester_ · Post #1 » by **Jester_** » Sun Jun 28, 2015 7:40 pm

http://masterherald.com/two-former-teams-interested-in-acquiring-jeremy-lin-from-the-nba-free-agency/20795/

I'm not sure how accurate this is as a source, but it seems like the Warriors are at least partially interested in picking up Lin. Thoughts on this? If we get Houston Lin he'd be a reliable second playmaker, but if he's the "replacement" for Barbosa our bench offense is dicked.

Jay 20 · Post #2 » by **Jay 20** » Sun Jun 28, 2015 10:31 pm

Honestly I think he could be a serviceable backup PG. Other teams like Houston and LA signed him with the intent to make him their primary PG to build the offense around and he is simply not that kind of player.

He's a backup at best and I think he could really flourish in that type of role because he does have play making ability.

Barbosa averaged 7 ppg his 2P% was 51% and 3P% was 38%.

In my opinion Lin can at least replicate that production. I wouldn't hate the signing. Not jumping up and down, screaming for it to happen either.

Jay 20 · Post #3 » by **Jay 20** » Sun Jun 28, 2015 10:32 pm

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Coxy · Post #4 » by **Coxy** » Sun Jun 28, 2015 10:42 pm

Yeah do not want.

1 criteria for mine now when signing backups, is shooting and defensive length. Lin has neither.

The Bucks are figuring it out as well.

lars_rosenberg · Post #5 » by **lars_rosenberg** » Sun Jun 28, 2015 11:14 pm

I'm sure we can find better players.
He wouldn't be terrible for the minimum salary, but I don't think he's a good fit here.
Our backup PG is Livingston and if Barbosa isn't resigned we need a SG that can shoot.
Barbosa was useful because he's very good at attacking the rim, but also shot a very good 38% from the 3 point line.
A backcourt with Lin and Livingston doesn't work because they both need to handle the ball to be productive.

Coxy · Post #6 » by **Coxy** » Sun Jun 28, 2015 11:28 pm

If we are signing a backup that can't shoot, I'd rather target Stuckey.

There are other guys that I think Myers, West, Lacob and Kerr will target. We are the champs now, players will WANT to play here. Ain't that somethin!

Badly Browned · Post #7 » by **Badly Browned** » Sun Jun 28, 2015 11:35 pm

With Livingston and Iguodala, we need shooters more than we need playmakers.

ChuckDurn · Post #8 » by **ChuckDurn** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 12:06 am

The only thing good about Lin is that he is a phenomenal pick-and-roll point guard. But he doesn't fit in a lot of ways.

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GMstatus · Post #9 » by **GMstatus** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 12:16 am

Of Bosa leaves, I'd be interested in Stuckey.

giordunk · Post #10 » by **giordunk** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 12:56 am

I'd love him as a replacement for Barbosa... Really fits in with having a bunch of guys that can handle the ball and create for themselves and others.

Jay 20 · Post #11 » by **Jay 20** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 1:32 am

lars_rosenberg wrote:I'm sure we can find better players.
He wouldn't be terrible for the minimum salary, but I don't think he's a good fit here.
Our backup PG is Livingston and if Barbosa isn't resigned we need a SG that can shoot.
Barbosa was useful because he's very good at attacking the rim, but also shot a very good 38% from the 3 point line.
A backcourt with Lin and Livingston doesn't work because they both need to handle the ball to be productive.

I see your point but Livingston was successful without the ball in his hands. Actually that's when he made most of his plays during the post season. He played with his back to the basket and made back door cuts for dunks. If a backup PG is signed Livingston can play off ball and cut as well as post up smaller defenders meaning he wouldn't have to dominate the ball.

mos_def · Post #12 » by **mos_def** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 1:44 am

I prefer Livingston's role on the team since it can push Curry off. I don't find the point of pushing Livingston off when he shows he has a firm grasp of what his range is.

Mylie10 · Post #13 » by **Mylie10** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 1:54 am

Jay 20 wrote:
lars_rosenberg wrote:I'm sure we can find better players.
He wouldn't be terrible for the minimum salary, but I don't think he's a good fit here.
Our backup PG is Livingston and if Barbosa isn't resigned we need a SG that can shoot.
Barbosa was useful because he's very good at attacking the rim, but also shot a very good 38% from the 3 point line.
A backcourt with Lin and Livingston doesn't work because they both need to handle the ball to be productive.

I see your point but Livingston was successful without the ball in his hands. Actually that's when he made most of his plays during the post season. He played with his back to the basket and made back door cuts for dunks. If a backup PG is signed Livingston can play off ball and cut as well as post up smaller defenders meaning he wouldn't have to dominate the ball.

The great thing a out Livingston is that you can put a smaller player out there with him who provides shooting. Livingstone ability to guard with Iguodala allows Barbosa to flourish. So another guard on the smaller side doesn't hurt you if he's small for a shooting guard.

Jay 20 · Post #14 » by **Jay 20** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 2:21 am

Mylie10 wrote:
Jay 20 wrote:
lars_rosenberg wrote:I'm sure we can find better players.
He wouldn't be terrible for the minimum salary, but I don't think he's a good fit here.
Our backup PG is Livingston and if Barbosa isn't resigned we need a SG that can shoot.
Barbosa was useful because he's very good at attacking the rim, but also shot a very good 38% from the 3 point line.
A backcourt with Lin and Livingston doesn't work because they both need to handle the ball to be productive.

I see your point but Livingston was successful without the ball in his hands. Actually that's when he made most of his plays during the post season. He played with his back to the basket and made back door cuts for dunks. If a backup PG is signed Livingston can play off ball and cut as well as post up smaller defenders meaning he wouldn't have to dominate the ball.

The great thing a out Livingston is that you can put a smaller player out there with him who provides shooting. Livingstone ability to guard with Iguodala allows Barbosa to flourish. So another guard on the smaller side doesn't hurt you if he's small for a shooting guard.

Agreed. I'm a big Livingston fan for this team and like I said he doesn't have to handle the ball to be productive. One of his better games in the finals was a game Thompson was in foul trouble and Shaun and Steph played in the backcourt a big portion of the game together. (Game 6 I think?)

NBAfan3024 · Post #15 » by **NBAfan3024** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 2:30 am

I'm sure there are better options

and1GS · Post #16 » by **and1GS** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 2:58 am

While a strong defender and facilitator I echo everyone else's thoughts. He just doesn't fit with what we need. We've been blessed with quite a few incredible, naturally gifted playmakers, but need scoring off the bench now. Barbosa, hate him or love him, was always aggressive and looked for his shot. That's valuable in limited minutes.

marthafokker · Post #17 » by **marthafokker** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 3:05 am

Lacob will use Lin to help pay the Luxury tax.

cladden · Post #18 » by **cladden** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 3:50 am

marthafokker wrote:Lacob will use Lin to help pay the Luxury tax.

turk3d · Post #19 » by **turk3d** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 4:22 am

Would definitely be a great marketing move (oops, I forgot the Warriors are already sold out). Lin gets to come home a rich man and play for the team who originally signed him (I think).

likashing · Post #20 » by **likashing** » Mon Jun 29, 2015 5:21 am

turk3d wrote:Would definitely be a great marketing move (oops, I forgot the Warriors are already sold out). Lin gets to come home a rich man and play for the team who originally signed him (I think).

I read somewhere that teams do get to keep sponsorship revenue. Ticketing sale is just part of the game.