Clippers Looking for Tweener Forward Center

[Ballings7]

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Chimezie Metu

If bought out would be solid 4/3 guys with length, agility, and spacing ability. Seems unlikely now, though.

I also won't be surprised if Tucker has a few impactful games in the playoffs, and plays a role against Denver or Minnesota.

[Max Headrom]

Harden was the Clippers big move and it's obviously paid off. Clippers were the best team in basketball before the deadline and will remain the best team in basketball after the deadline. Some people just wanted to make a move for the sake of making a move.

[og15]

If there was a savior player out there, PJ Tucker was not going to bring in that player.

Clearly no team wants PJ's contract unless one is paying them to take it.

Trades require multiple parties, Clippers already made their big trade, and one can't always manufacture players you don't want or need into better players.


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As of now, the West has a pretty strong top 4, one could theorize that any West team would have close to a 50/50 situation in the 2nd round.

If Clippers end up 1st, the second round matchup has a good chance of being any of OKC, DEN or MIN, but the advantage of 1st is the you would have HCA.

Any landing spot from 1-4, when the second round comes around, if things stay similar to now, the Clippers are most likely to be playing OKC, DEN or MIN, so there's no cakewalk like last season.

Even the first round, Phoenix is surging since Beal for healthy, playing 58-59 win pace over their last 21 games. 3rd or 4th and one could get Phoenix or New Orleans in the first round of Sacramento doesn't surge ahead.

Phoenix could potentially take a higher seed first round opponent too if things start really clicking there and be the 2nd round matchup for a 1 or 2 seed.

[KL2]

Some people just wanted to make a move for the sake of making a move.

The only reason I was expecting something was because of Leonard’s comments. He said he was just holding the PF spot down until they acquired a player.

And Tucker sure doesn’t sound happy he’s staying. Sheesh.

[Wammy Giveaway]

3rd or 4th and one could get Phoenix or New Orleans in the first round of Sacramento doesn't surge ahead.

But what if Clippers end up getting Pelicans? They've lost four straight season series to New Orleans beginning after the greatest 3-1 collapse in NBA history. Outside of Nuggets, Suns, and former Clipper Chris Paul, the Pelicans may be their greatest threat if not the Leonard-George kryptonite. If Pelicans get Clippers, they could lose the series instantly.

I don't know who they could get in order to help defeat Pelicans, and note that the engines revving the Pelican-mobile are with Jose Alvarado, Jonas Valanciunas and Herb Jones: role players. They might have to look into signing a former Sixth Man award winner, or go after a former superstar big. No, not Blake Griffin, perhaps Dwight Howard but he's way too removed. This is a P.J. Tucker situation all over again, getting a big very late into their careers.

Clippers may have to tank the playoffs selectively so they can avoid New Orleans at any cost until the conference finals. The last thing they want is staying no. 1 seed and Pelicans draw them 8th. That happens, it's We Believe Warriors 2.0 time with a high degree of a third 3-1 collapse or worse: the fabled 3-0 comeback that no team has ever recovered from. And I'm honestly worried.

[ERClips]

I don’t see the Clippers tanking to avoid any opponent. Look, the west is a gauntlet no matter what. Including those teams that have to face us. Once we get there we just have to play at our highest level on defense. Hopefully any offensive lapses will only happen with one key player at any given time.

This current team can win it all. Time will tell if the stars align & it’s meant to be.

[clipperlover]

But what if Clippers end up getting Pelicans? They've lost four straight season series to New Orleans beginning after the greatest 3-1 collapse in NBA history. Outside of Nuggets, Suns, and former Clipper Chris Paul, the Pelicans may be their greatest threat if not the Leonard-George kryptonite. If Pelicans get Clippers, they could lose the series instantly.

I don't know who they could get in order to help defeat Pelicans, and note that the engines revving the Pelican-mobile are with Jose Alvarado, Jonas Valanciunas and Herb Jones: role players. They might have to look into signing a former Sixth Man award winner, or go after a former superstar big. No, not Blake Griffin, perhaps Dwight Howard but he's way too removed. This is a P.J. Tucker situation all over again, getting a big very late into their careers.

Clippers may have to tank the playoffs selectively so they can avoid New Orleans at any cost until the conference finals. The last thing they want is staying no. 1 seed and Pelicans draw them 8th. That happens, it's We Believe Warriors 2.0 time with a high degree of a third 3-1 collapse or worse: the fabled 3-0 comeback that no team has ever recovered from. And I'm honestly worried.

Can someone remind me how many 3-1 series leads that Ty Lue coached teams have lost?

I remember 2021 where we lost 1st 2 games at home and came back to win the series. Then, we lost 1st to games on the road and Kawhi during the series, but still won the series. We were on the verge of tying up the WCF when Zubac got hurt.

Last year, he was without PG for the playoffs and Kawhi got hurt in Game 2 or we could have went up 2-0. Team battled in Game 3, but had to overcome some very slanted officiating. They gave the Suns a much harder series than they would have expected with us down our 2 stars.

I am not worried about anyone in the playoffs other than the defending Champs. We have three future HoF players that haven't won a title yet that are coming together on a team with a 2 time Finals MVP. This team is going to be locked in and focused. They are on a mission.

[og15]

3rd or 4th and one could get Phoenix or New Orleans in the first round of Sacramento doesn't surge ahead.

But what if Clippers end up getting Pelicans? They've lost four straight season series to New Orleans beginning after the greatest 3-1 collapse in NBA history. Outside of Nuggets, Suns, and former Clipper Chris Paul, the Pelicans may be their greatest threat if not the Leonard-George kryptonite. If Pelicans get Clippers, they could lose the series instantly.

I don't know who they could get in order to help defeat Pelicans, and note that the engines revving the Pelican-mobile are with Jose Alvarado, Jonas Valanciunas and Herb Jones: role players. They might have to look into signing a former Sixth Man award winner, or go after a former superstar big. No, not Blake Griffin, perhaps Dwight Howard but he's way too removed. This is a P.J. Tucker situation all over again, getting a big very late into their careers.

Clippers may have to tank the playoffs selectively so they can avoid New Orleans at any cost until the conference finals. The last thing they want is staying no. 1 seed and Pelicans draw them 8th. That happens, it's We Believe Warriors 2.0 time with a high degree of a third 3-1 collapse or worse: the fabled 3-0 comeback that no team has ever recovered from. And I'm honestly worried.

Play who you play, figure it out, if you lose, you lose. Clippers don't need to be ducking anyone.

[esqtvd]

Some people just wanted to make a move for the sake of making a move.

The only reason I was expecting something was because of Leonard’s comments. He said he was just holding the PF spot down until they acquired a player.

And Tucker sure doesn’t sound happy he’s staying. Sheesh.

He wants the rest of his $11.5 million too. Boo hoo.

Mook is headed for the buyout market after the Pacers dumped him off on the Spurs. He's actually been more productive than Tucker this year. I wonder if there's a market for either one.

[KL2]

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[Max Headrom]

Some people just wanted to make a move for the sake of making a move.

The only reason I was expecting something was because of Leonard’s comments. He said he was just holding the PF spot down until they acquired a player.

And Tucker sure doesn’t sound happy he’s staying. Sheesh.

I think Kobe is good enough for spot PF minutes. And even if the Clippers get a PF, they're not coming in this late in the season to start. And the data with the current starting lineup when everyone is healthy is too good to go away from. It's not like every team has a Zion or big, skilled PF's or C's. I like the team as is

[nickhx2]

yeah, team's fine. kinda surprised there's this much hoopla already over what the team didn't do. we made the move we needed to make earlier in the season and the only thing we need is to hold steady and keep building.

[Scoundreldays]

No point in ducking teams for playoffs. All 8 teams are going to be tough. Would not be surprised one bit if multiple teams get upset.

[Bobbymcgee]

Thad Young or Gallo?

I kind of like the idea of bringing in Thad Young. But, I feel like Tucker needs to be bought out or else it is going to be pretty awkward and may ruin team chemistry in the locker room with Tucker pouting even more.

[clipperlover]

Thad Young or Gallo?

I kind of like the idea of bringing in Thad Young. But, I feel like Tucker needs to be bought out or else it is going to be pretty awkward and may ruin team chemistry in the locker room with Tucker pouting even more.

Danilo could be a great signing for us. His salary was below the mid-level this year, so he is someone we can sign.

https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/nba-buyout-market-explained-how-the-rules-have-changed-with-the-new-cba-and-what-to-expect-in-coming-weeks/

He is still an good 3PT and FT shooter that could help us.
https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/g/gallida01/gamelog/2024

As far as Tucker goes, he is a tool in Ty's toolbox. We may need him at some point to help us in a playoff game. Ty isn't going to go to Kobe Brown in an important point of a playoff game, but he may go to P.J. As the season gets closer to the playoffs, he is going see the ring is a possibility. I respect the fact he doesn't want to be given a ring, but wants to contribute to it. He will have his opportunities. DeAndre Jordan and Reggie Jackson were non-factors on the court in the playoffs last year, but their experience contributed in other ways.

[madmaxmedia]

Thad Young or Gallo?

I kind of like the idea of bringing in Thad Young. But, I feel like Tucker needs to be bought out or else it is going to be pretty awkward and may ruin team chemistry in the locker room with Tucker pouting even more.

Danillo could be a great signing for us. His salary was below the mid-level this year, so he is someone we can sign.

https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/nba-buyout-market-explained-how-the-rules-have-changed-with-the-new-cba-and-what-to-expect-in-coming-weeks/

The problem is that probably everyone who posts in this board is more mobile than Danilo, so not sure what he adds for us. That being said, if we did pick him up it would be nice for the nostalgia (which is what I said last year about Blake.)

[clipperlover]

Thad Young or Gallo?

I kind of like the idea of bringing in Thad Young. But, I feel like Tucker needs to be bought out or else it is going to be pretty awkward and may ruin team chemistry in the locker room with Tucker pouting even more.

Danillo could be a great signing for us. His salary was below the mid-level this year, so he is someone we can sign.

https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/nba-buyout-market-explained-how-the-rules-have-changed-with-the-new-cba-and-what-to-expect-in-coming-weeks/

The problem is that probably everyone who posts in this board is more mobile than Danilo, so not sure what he adds for us. That being said, if we did pick him up it would be nice for the nostalgia (which is what I said last year about Blake.)

He may not be as mobile, but he still has length that we could use on a guy like Jokic.

Here are some highlights from last week vs the Cavs:

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[og15]

Thad Young or Gallo?

I kind of like the idea of bringing in Thad Young. But, I feel like Tucker needs to be bought out or else it is going to be pretty awkward and may ruin team chemistry in the locker room with Tucker pouting even more.

Tucker buyout is tough because of that extra season.

Thaddeus Young is too much of a spacing problem with his lack of attempting three's in recent seasons. Gallo might be a solid plug in option, but if the goal is getting a guy to help defensively against bigger 4's, I don't know how much he can give to that right now.

[KL2]

He says PJ will be all right and he’ll get an opportunity to play. Ok then.

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[MartinToVaught]

I'm even more frustrated now that we're going to have to sit through more PJ Tucker minutes just so he won't sulk in public.