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Derrick Williams

Posted: Mon Jul 2, 2012 10:59 pm
by Bfinkish
Just a fan inquiring about Derrick Williams. Are you guys trying to trade him? If so for what?

Re: Derrick Williams

Posted: Mon Jul 2, 2012 11:10 pm
by Swish4
I'm sure they're listening to offers for him. Looks to me though like we're gonna hang onto him though unless an overwhelming offer comes along.

Re: Derrick Williams

Posted: Mon Jul 2, 2012 11:47 pm
by jscott
Bfinkish wrote:Just a fan inquiring about Derrick Williams. Are you guys trying to trade him? If so for what?

We'd deal him for a deal based around an athletic 5/4 or a 2.

Not looking to take on bad contracts if since we have none to send back.

Re: Derrick Williams

Posted: Tue Jul 3, 2012 12:58 am
by bwright213
I would think that if Batum comes on board then they would most likely listen more intently on Williams. But as of right now it sounds as though he is staying put unless a to good to pass up offer comes along.

Re: Derrick Williams

Posted: Tue Jul 3, 2012 2:35 am
by kingrory
Can't remember where I read it but supposedly, when asked if he would be on the team this coming season, the FO said yes.

Personally, I'd love to see what he can do post-K-Love workout plan.

Re: Derrick Williams

Posted: Tue Jul 3, 2012 2:40 am
by eroomlladnar
This is the absolute WORST time to trade D-Will.

You CANNOT sell low on a #2 overall pick still on his rookie deal.

Re: Derrick Williams

Posted: Tue Jul 3, 2012 2:41 am
by EddyCool
eroomlladnar wrote:This is the absolute WORST time to trade D-Will.

Re: Derrick Williams

Posted: Tue Jul 3, 2012 3:17 am
by Grits n Gravy
agree idealy he will assume the harden role

Re: Derrick Williams

Posted: Tue Jul 3, 2012 3:22 am
by EddyCool
DW's new twitter avi:
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Umm... so he's a skinny dude now. Liking his work ethic + KL's trainer.

Re: Derrick Williams

Posted: Tue Jul 3, 2012 3:23 am
by [RCG]
EddyCool wrote:DW's new twitter avi:
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Umm... so he's a skinny dude now. Liking his work ethic + KL's trainer.


there goes the baby fat. he looks really good! Very excited to see him in action!

Re: Derrick Williams

Posted: Tue Jul 3, 2012 3:27 am
by Adenusi
EddyCool wrote:DW's new twitter avi:
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Umm... so he's a skinny dude now. Liking his work ethic + KL's trainer.

He's got the physical tool set but just needs to be coached up. Would be extremely disappointed to see him traded and I hope he stays.

Re: Derrick Williams

Posted: Tue Jul 3, 2012 3:28 am
by Esohny
EddyCool wrote:
eroomlladnar wrote:This is the absolute WORST time to trade D-Will.


I think it would be worse if he disappointed for a 2nd year and his value dropped much further.

Re: Derrick Williams

Posted: Tue Jul 3, 2012 3:30 am
by Chanse503
S/T Batum for DW would be nice :)

Re: Derrick Williams

Posted: Tue Jul 3, 2012 3:37 am
by eroomlladnar
Esohny wrote:
EddyCool wrote:
eroomlladnar wrote:This is the absolute WORST time to trade D-Will.


I think it would be worse if he disappointed for a 2nd year and his value dropped much further.


Who cares? he's still on his rookie contract. His value will only drop so far, and having to play behind Love and getting spot minutes isn't going to go well for him.

He HAS to lose weight, and get quicker to play the 3, otherwise he's not going to succeed here.

Re: Derrick Williams

Posted: Tue Jul 3, 2012 4:23 am
by jade_hippo
eroomlladnar wrote:Who cares? he's still on his rookie contract. His value will only drop so far, and having to play behind Love and getting spot minutes isn't going to go well for him.

He HAS to lose weight, and get quicker to play the 3, otherwise he's not going to succeed here.


did you see the picture of him like 4 posts up?

Re: Derrick Williams

Posted: Tue Jul 3, 2012 4:26 am
by eroomlladnar
jade_hippo wrote:
eroomlladnar wrote:Who cares? he's still on his rookie contract. His value will only drop so far, and having to play behind Love and getting spot minutes isn't going to go well for him.

He HAS to lose weight, and get quicker to play the 3, otherwise he's not going to succeed here.


did you see the picture of him like 4 posts up?


Yep, he looks great.

If he can get down to 220 at 6'9" with his wingspan, he could be an absolute TERROR.

I love the guys' upside and believe he can be a star

Re: Derrick Williams

Posted: Tue Jul 3, 2012 4:28 am
by Fire Mchale
I'm no pro, but that photo looks fake to me. Didn't Kahn just talk about how DWill had gotten down to 233 pounds, but then put on a few pounds after getting pink eye. His goal is 225. If that's really him, I think he's hit his goal.......

I'm curious to see what the guy can do minus 15-20 pounds.

Re: Derrick Williams

Posted: Tue Jul 3, 2012 5:20 am
by eroomlladnar
This is seriously the only trade I would include Derrick Williams in. Obviously in this trade, we send 2 firsts to Orlando also:

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Re: Derrick Williams

Posted: Tue Jul 3, 2012 5:28 am
by Beas
would really like to see him play another season first but the last time i said that wesley johnson happened.

Re: Derrick Williams

Posted: Tue Jul 3, 2012 6:12 am
by prefuse73
^^Agreed... I am getting sick of hoping for the best only to be disappointed. Of course with the twolves luck the one person they decide to move ends up an all-star.

with that said, I think if Batum signs, then he will be moved to bring in a Gasol or Iggy (hopefully Iggy). If the Batum dosen't sign, then it gets tricky. I like Iggy and Gasol as an additional piece along with Batum, but not by themselves, so I would prefer to just hold on to him.

FML I don't know.