Official Speculation Thread (Pt. XXV: Offseason Edition)

Post #1421 » by **Def Swami** » Mon Jun 11, 2012 11:56 pm

The Real Dalic wrote:
VGOSWAMI wrote:If the Devos's are meeting the final candidates Monday-Wednesday, then I assume we find out soon. Probably Friday, next Monday at the latest, 10 days before the draft.

How do you know he's going to meet them this week? Did I miss a report or tweet?

It's just an assumption I've read by Robbins and Kyler. And if they've got the finalists set on, like it's been said, I don't see the reason to stall the process. I assume they're covering it this week if they want to make a decision 7-10 days before the draft.

The Real Dalic · Post #1422 » by **The Real Dalic** » Tue Jun 12, 2012 12:01 am

VGOSWAMI wrote:
The Real Dalic wrote:
VGOSWAMI wrote:If the Devos's are meeting the final candidates Monday-Wednesday, then I assume we find out soon. Probably Friday, next Monday at the latest, 10 days before the draft.

How do you know he's going to meet them this week? Did I miss a report or tweet?

It's just an assumption I've read by Robbins and Kyler. And if they've got the finalists set on, like it's been said, I don't see the reason to stall the process. I assume they're covering it this week if they want to make a decision 7-10 days before the draft.

Ah, okay. I hope we do get our guy by Friday. This has been WAY too long. . . It's gotten kind of boring. :lol:

glennathan · Post #1423 » by **glennathan** » Tue Jun 12, 2012 1:48 am

I know this is about off-season basketball but because I saw the thread is at a screeching halt I figured I would throw in a little football news.

ESPN NFL - WR Chad Ochocinco says he has signed with Dolphins, 4 days after being released by Patriots

At least to give us something to talk about.

The Real Dalic · Post #1424 » by **The Real Dalic** » Tue Jun 12, 2012 1:58 am

glennathan wrote:I know this is about off-season basketball but because I saw the thread is at a screeching halt I figured I would throw in a little football news.

ESPN NFL - WR Chad Ochocinco says he has signed with Dolphins, 4 days after being released by Patriots

At least to give us something to talk about.

Technically, I don't think this is against the rules. It's called the "Official Speculation Thread". I don't see anything basketball specific around. Plus, it's their offseason too. :wink:

SEBAS-07 · Post #1425 » by **SEBAS-07** » Tue Jun 12, 2012 2:08 am

http://www.freakonomics.com/2012/06/05/michael-jordan-the-bobcats-and-running-the-lottery-treadmill/
I found this article very informative. I know it has nothing to do with the Magic but it is a slow day.

Post #1426 » by **Def Swami** » Tue Jun 12, 2012 2:20 am

Legion Sports ‏@MySportsLegion
The Bobcats have narrowed their coaching search to three: Jerry Sloan, Brian Shaw & Quin Snyder. Decision coming by the end of the week.

Noonskadoodle · Post #1427 » by **Noonskadoodle** » Tue Jun 12, 2012 2:21 am

76ers' guard Lou Williams will opt out of his contract and will become a free agent. Potential suitors: Brooklyn, Utah, Orlando, Dallas.

Not sure if this was posted.

I am sure somebody will overpay for his scoring ability.

Post #1428 » by **Def Swami** » Tue Jun 12, 2012 2:22 am

Trade speculation started around Gay when the team advanced as far as they did last season while he was out nursing a shoulder injury, and that talk continues because sources close to his camp insist he is unhappy and would welcome a trade.

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The Toronto Raptors are also aggressively shopping for a star-caliber small forward, and have been tied to talks surrounding Tyreke Evans and Andre Iguodala. They have now also reportedly added Gay to their wishlist.

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The Rockets have been after a star-caliber upgrade at the three for some time, having made overtures to the Philadelphia 76ers regarding Andre Iguodala and to the Indiana Pacers regarding Danny Granger.

http://www.iamagm.com/news/2012/06/11/r ... um=twitter

Noonskadoodle · Post #1429 » by **Noonskadoodle** » Tue Jun 12, 2012 2:23 am

Miami Heat guard Mike Miller (32 years old) to retire after the season, says source.

Mike Miller told teammates after defeating Boston Saturday night "I've only got two more weeks left in my career, let's go win it."

Strange.

The Real Dalic · Post #1430 » by **The Real Dalic** » Tue Jun 12, 2012 2:27 am

Noonskadoodle wrote:76ers' guard Lou Williams will opt out of his contract and will become a free agent. Potential suitors: Brooklyn, Utah, Orlando, Dallas.

Not sure if this was posted.

I am sure somebody will overpay for his scoring ability.

I would love Lou Will! He's been one of my favorite players since his rookie season.

mhectorgato · Post #1431 » by **mhectorgato** » Tue Jun 12, 2012 2:27 am

Noonskadoodle wrote:Miami Heat guard Mike Miller (32 years old) to retire after the season, says source.

Mike Miller told teammates after defeating Boston Saturday night "I've only got two more weeks left in my career, let's go win it."

Strange.

I see your retiring story, and raise you with an anti-retirement story.

http://basketball.realgm.com/wiretap/22 ... ent_Report

Mike Miller has denied a report from ESPN that he has told teammates that he plans to retire after the Finals despite having three more seasons remaining on his contract.

“At this point, everybody’s a little banged up,” Miller told the Palm Beach Post. “Everybody’s going through things. I’ll re-evaluate my health after the season. But I don’t have anything set up. I don’t know what’s going to happen.”

Post #1432 » by **Def Swami** » Tue Jun 12, 2012 2:30 am

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=21ozWy-q650&feature=youtu.be[/youtube]
:rofl:

Noonskadoodle · Post #1433 » by **Noonskadoodle** » Tue Jun 12, 2012 2:30 am

The Real Dalic wrote:
Noonskadoodle wrote:76ers' guard Lou Williams will opt out of his contract and will become a free agent. Potential suitors: Brooklyn, Utah, Orlando, Dallas.

Not sure if this was posted.

I am sure somebody will overpay for his scoring ability.

I would love Lou Will! He's been one of my favorite players since his rookie season.

Yea he has been great off the bench for Philly. Wonder if he will be looking for a starting role.

ChildishGambino · Post #1434 » by **ChildishGambino** » Tue Jun 12, 2012 2:32 am

VGOSWAMI wrote:
Legion Sports ‏@MySportsLegion
The Bobcats have narrowed their coaching search to three: Jerry Sloan, Brian Shaw & Quin Snyder. Decision coming by the end of the week.

this is kinda funny....What if Shaw accepts the job if offered? here we are dragging our ass and the one coach Dwight would be cool with coaching here might be off the map before we even start to interview coaches? Our timelines is seriously phucked imo....the devos family is making the decision on GM which is said to be happening next week...roughly about a week before the draft.....at that point we'll probably start to search for coaches which will take another month just to narrow it down to 3....i like the fact that we're taking our time to get it right....but the clock is ticking....

G-Heel · Post #1435 » by **G-Heel** » Tue Jun 12, 2012 2:34 am

Noonskadoodle wrote:76ers' guard Lou Williams will opt out of his contract and will become a free agent. Potential suitors: Brooklyn, Utah, Orlando, Dallas.

Not sure if this was posted.

I am sure somebody will overpay for his scoring ability.

Don't want.

Also, what's up with this GM search? Why is it taking so long? The draft is almost here!

dsg2021 · Post #1436 » by **dsg2021** » Tue Jun 12, 2012 2:40 am

MagicTownBaller wrote:
OrlandO wrote:I like Doc, but why did he have Bass guarding LeBron?? Biggest mismatch ever.

That's what I've been saying!

arkknight1988 · Post #1437 » by **arkknight1988** » Tue Jun 12, 2012 2:44 am

Noonskadoodle wrote:76ers' guard Lou Williams will opt out of his contract and will become a free agent. Potential suitors: Brooklyn, Utah, Orlando, Dallas.

Not sure if this was posted.

I am sure somebody will overpay for his scoring ability.

YES PLEASE. i have been saying we need to go after him. Can we S&T them anderson for lou? they could use anderson to replace old brand.

NickAnderson · Post #1438 » by **NickAnderson** » Tue Jun 12, 2012 2:53 am

Lou Williams is just another glorified role player.

ChildishGambino · Post #1439 » by **ChildishGambino** » Tue Jun 12, 2012 3:09 am

NickAnderson wrote:Lou Williams is just another glorified role player.

super role player

arkknight1988 · Post #1440 » by **arkknight1988** » Tue Jun 12, 2012 3:12 am

NickAnderson wrote:Lou Williams is just another glorified role player.

once jameer opts out we will need a starter.