Official Speculation Thread (Pt XVI, Mods Close)

Orlando Prodigy · Post #21 » by **Orlando Prodigy** » Mon Mar 12, 2012 2:29 am

As far as I know they're still making a strong push at Ellis. Saw the guy I know at the game but he said he didn't know anything new. Word of mouth has been pretty quiet. Don't let dumb Chicago articles kill your morale. Strap in for the next few days.

RickB-Orlando · Post #22 » by **RickB-Orlando** » Mon Mar 12, 2012 2:29 am

BN wrote:Come on guys, only four days to get this to 100

I can't imagine it taking four days to get to 100. 17 will probably get us tot he trade deadline.

DiplomaticMagic · Post #23 » by **DiplomaticMagic** » Mon Mar 12, 2012 2:29 am

D12VCMagic wrote:Since being hired by the Magic, Denton went from being a reporter to just a writer. He isn't going to put out legit inside information when he is an employee of the Orlando Magic.

But I would throw up if we made no deals.

Actually a good point. But damnit, I had my hopes low for once, now you have my optimistic again, and now I'm thinking we're getting Ellis. Damn you

WeAreVenom · Post #24 » by **WeAreVenom** » Mon Mar 12, 2012 2:30 am

I Rasharted wrote:Something has to happen. Right?

Don't be so sure.......

I pray something does, though. Anyone with eyes can see that this team won't win a damn thing.

Going into the post-season as is and just hoping for the best in regards to Dwight is plain suicide.

ADRajX · Post #25 » by **ADRajX** » Mon Mar 12, 2012 2:31 am

I know some people don't like Alex Kennedy... but this was just posted not too long ago

Alex Kennedy ‏ @AlexKennedyNBA
I ran into Otis Smith. He wouldn't say much about Dwight Howard situation, just that they'll have a resolution one way or other on Thursday.

Orlando Prodigy · Post #26 » by **Orlando Prodigy** » Mon Mar 12, 2012 2:32 am

Just remember...why would Magic management/Stan say he's expecting trades to the media?

ADRajX · Post #27 » by **ADRajX** » Mon Mar 12, 2012 2:34 am

EasternMagic wrote:I believe Raj predicted thread 17 would be the one... we have some work to do this week

yes... yes we do

Reverse_Angle · Post #28 » by **Reverse_Angle** » Mon Mar 12, 2012 2:34 am

arkknight1988 wrote:is this the thread where we finally get marSWAG? can someone crop him in a magic jersey??

it is pathetic that you are looking forward to this. Stop acting like a nets fan masquerading as a magic fan. :lol:

InFlames · Post #29 » by **InFlames** » Mon Mar 12, 2012 2:34 am

Orlando Prodigy wrote:Just remember...why would Magic management/Stan say he's expecting trades to the media?

They wouldn't.

cb1115 · Post #30 » by **cb1115** » Mon Mar 12, 2012 2:37 am

Reverse_Angle wrote:
arkknight1988 wrote:is this the thread where we finally get marSWAG? can someone crop him in a magic jersey??

it is pathetic that you are looking forward to this. Stop acting like a nets fan masquerading as a magic fan.

Eh, I don't have a problem with someone wanting this to be over. I've felt the same way at least 32 different times.

HstryInTheMakng · Post #31 » by **HstryInTheMakng** » Mon Mar 12, 2012 2:42 am

I wouldn't put too much stock into what Denton says now a days, he's pretty much just the propaganda arm of the team now that he basically works for them. He's a great writer, but he's not gonna be the one to break news or speculate on things to occur IMO

WeAreVenom · Post #32 » by **WeAreVenom** » Mon Mar 12, 2012 2:45 am

HstryInTheMakng wrote:I wouldn't put too much stock into what Denton says now a days, he's pretty much just the propaganda arm of the team now that he basically works for them. He's a great writer, but he's not gonna be the one to break news or speculate on things to occur IMO

That's true.....

MagicTownBaller · Post #33 » by **MagicTownBaller** » Mon Mar 12, 2012 2:48 am

The multiplayer in Mass Effect 3 is pretty awesome in my opinion. So far, here's how I rank the series.

Mass Effect 1 > Mass Effect 3 >> Mass Effect 2

Not saying that Mass Effect 2 is bad, it's still one of my favorite games of all time, I just prefer Mass Effect 1 and 3 over it.

Davidm89 · Post #34 » by **Davidm89** » Mon Mar 12, 2012 2:54 am

I have faith if we do nothing at the deadline it's because we're doing something in the off season. If we do not trade Dwight he has to have at least agreed to opt in for the next year. Management just can't be stupid enough to gamble it...

magic111 · Post #35 » by **magic111** » Mon Mar 12, 2012 2:57 am

Guys all indications are that Dwight probably still wants to go through FA and will tell Magic that they are on his list. I think that is what he has told them. Tough call for Magic. But, I think this is why they still have not made a decision. I really do think Alex and Otis know by now what Dwight is thinking. Touch call for us, what do u do?

Reggie Theus · Post #36 » by **Reggie Theus** » Mon Mar 12, 2012 2:58 am

I don't think anything is going to happen.

Dwight will still be here on Friday... we will be taking this lineup to the playoffs.

Minus J-Rich and Turk, we actually don't look too damn bad

magic111 · Post #37 » by **magic111** » Mon Mar 12, 2012 3:00 am

Davidm89 wrote:I have faith if we do nothing at the deadline it's because we're doing something in the off season. If we do not trade Dwight he has to have at least agreed to opt in for the next year. Management just can't be stupid enough to gamble it...

I have no faith...if u can't get nothing done now with the same assests, what do u think will happen around draft time, with the SAME assests?? I think Dwight has told them that he wants to go through FA and Magic will be on his list. That is my opinion. No way Otis and Alex do not know by now what Dwight wants...NO WAY

D12VCMagic · Post #38 » by **D12VCMagic** » Mon Mar 12, 2012 3:05 am

Davidm89 wrote:I have faith if we do nothing at the deadline it's because we're doing something in the off season. If we do not trade Dwight he has to have at least agreed to opt in for the next year. Management just can't be stupid enough to gamble it...

This management is certainly stupid enough to gamble on it.

ADRajX · Post #39 » by **ADRajX** » Mon Mar 12, 2012 3:33 am

I can't believe tomorrow is the 12th... feels like this month is going by quickly

JarethCutestory · Post #40 » by **JarethCutestory** » Mon Mar 12, 2012 3:36 am

OK, so let's break down everything we know, or think we know right now.

-Dwight was almost dealt to NJ before the season started
-Numerous reports have said Devos doesn't want to rebuild and wants to keep ORL a contender
-Martins continues to talk to Dwight and says positive things about the convo
-We've been publicaly linked by reputable reporters to Monta Ellis, Josh Smith, Steve Nash, and if I'm missing anybody, I apologize over the past year
-We don't want Daniel Orton
-Otis keeps saying 50/50, which is the new "I like this team"
-Otis will most likely be fired after this season or "let go" since I believe his contract is up
-Hedo is reportedly being tossed around to teams, but teams want 1st round picks back
-Denton, who is a talking head for the Magic..but arguably the closest expects this team to be the same after the 16th
-We can let Dwight walk ala Cleveland, but that would go against the rebuilding theory that Devos doesn't want

All in all, absolutely nothing adds up or is consistent. I honestly have no clue what to believe, expect, or imagine anymore.