Sonics seeking point guard help?

Det the Threat · Post #1 » by **Det the Threat** » Thu Feb 28, 2008 4:22 pm

From Today's SeattlePi.

Luke Ridnour left the game at halftime with right hamstring tightness, leaving Mickael Gelabale as the lone point guard in the second half -- and Gelabale is not a natural point. Sonics coach P.J. Carlesimo said he will discuss the possibility of signing a point guard if Ridnour or Earl Watson (flu) is out for an extended period.

The Sonics have 15 players on their active roster, meaning they would have to make a roster move to sign a new player.

Sonics game at a glance

Randy Livingston to the rescue?
Or Mateen Cleaves?

And who would we cut?
I guess Newble, as Elson is still needed after Swift's injury.

Joel Embust · Post #2 » by **Joel Embust** » Thu Feb 28, 2008 5:02 pm

They should sign Eddie Gill. He can hit shots but he won't jack 'em up like Watson.

asdf1223 · Post #3 » by **asdf1223** » Thu Feb 28, 2008 5:06 pm

is mike wilks still there? he's a guy whom i wouldnt mind back...

elbowthrower · Post #4 » by **elbowthrower** » Thu Feb 28, 2008 5:30 pm

Bobby Jones is still out there.

He's really more of a 2, but can handle the ball pretty well and is a good defender. He's not a shooter but I don't know if that's what the Sonics really need anyway since more than half the plays are run through Durant.

Low-Ki · Post #5 » by **Low-Ki** » Thu Feb 28, 2008 8:35 pm

Howzabout Flip Murray?

Hiphophead101 · Post #6 » by **Hiphophead101** » Thu Feb 28, 2008 9:54 pm

Just play Gele

wiff · Post #7 » by **wiff** » Thu Feb 28, 2008 10:52 pm

Guess who I am.......

"Wouldn't signing a back up PG be counter productive to the Sonics ultimate goal of tanking?" "Rome's right around the corner"!

AbdicatedReign · Post #8 » by **AbdicatedReign** » Thu Feb 28, 2008 11:15 pm

Ummmm.....starts with a "D" ends with an "ick Tate" maybe?

Dick Tate · Post #9 » by **Dick Tate** » Fri Feb 29, 2008 1:53 am

Hey, it's nice that I don't even have to post to give my opinion. Thanks Wiffler!

I have my doubts that they'll sign anyone. Maybe bring up Livingston when Sene comes back and they can see if they can keep that D-League magic going together.

Speaking of magic... i'm reminded of last summer when PJ compared Durant to Magic Johnson. Well here's the chance to find out. Just give KD the ball and get out of the way.

D5150 · Post #10 » by **D5150** » Fri Feb 29, 2008 2:21 am

i think the guys on the golden state broadcast also made a magic comparison.

Dick Tate · Post #11 » by **Dick Tate** » Fri Feb 29, 2008 8:59 pm

The Ira Newble era is over. Welcome back, Mike Wilks.

wiff · Post #12 » by **wiff** » Fri Feb 29, 2008 9:10 pm

Dick Tate wrote:The Ira Newble era is over. Welcome back, Mike Wilks.

I hope that happens. Is that Offical Dick or just wishful thinking?

I love me some Mike Wilks

Big_Mac79 · Post #13 » by **Big_Mac79** » Fri Feb 29, 2008 9:22 pm

Mike is a great 3rd PG. I would love to see him here.

Boston34Celtics · Post #14 » by **Boston34Celtics** » Fri Feb 29, 2008 9:28 pm

Tyronn Lue is expected to get waived by Sacramento today, and Seattle just got rid of Newble.

Do we have a match?

Dick Tate · Post #15 » by **Dick Tate** » Fri Feb 29, 2008 10:19 pm

wiff wrote:Is that Offical Dick or just wishful thinking?

I love me some Mike Wilks

Yep, both moves official... 10-day contract for Wilks.

Joel Embust · Post #16 » by **Joel Embust** » Tue Mar 25, 2008 2:05 am

Sonics-FAN wrote:They should sign Eddie Gill. He can hit shots but he won't jack 'em up like Watson.

Presti must have read this post. :clap:

D5150 · Post #17 » by **D5150** » Tue Mar 25, 2008 2:22 am

yes, im sure thats what happened.

sonic-ben · Post #18 » by **sonic-ben** » Fri Mar 28, 2008 2:54 pm

by losing they are looking to add help ... after they move