HartfordWhalers wrote:TigerInYourTank wrote:HartfordWhalers wrote:
I don't think they would even do it with the cap space alone. But yes, if they are going to blow up their future cap space for a guy with no menicsus, I would expect them not to also take on 23m in deadweight of Amare.
Let's not exaggerate, here. Removing a very small part of a meniscus is not that huge of a deal. I had it done very early on in my Marine Corps Infantry days, and I dealt with it just fine for nearly a decade. Yes, I have injury concerns over Bledsoe. No, I am not ready to call him out as having a deteriorating knee without some very hard evidence. Do you, or should I look just a bit harder online for what you are claiming?
My understanding is even the removal of a small portion of it is viewed as serious considering the wear and tear and rigors associated with NBA play; although the size of the area removed is very important.
Considering his knee injury has already repeated before then, I would say it is a big red flag and Bledsoe's fit, talent and contract window don't match up well enough to be worth it.
No, it is quite common for a meniscus to be shaved, slightly, and for that to be considered a partial removal.
I agree about the possible poor contract window fit, but not on the other issues, and it's the perception of a big red flag that makes him available. The team that knows him best is offering $12 million/year. I think the Sixers could more than stomach that for some SHOOTING++. Maybe the team could sit him a year to help "everything" heal?