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[TheKingofSting]

Bledsoe isn't really that overrated. He just is what he is to me a decent backup PG.

Speaking of the Celtics, anyone think they pull off a big move for a point guard? With Rondo out, I could see them going after Augustin or Knight. Maybe even Austin Rivers.

I don't think it is likely but I would never say NEVER.

[HornetJail]

Bledsoe isn't really that overrated. He just is what he is to me a decent backup PG.

I think he's the ideal backup for a team like the Clips. He is most valuable in the role he plays right now as a change-of-pace combo guard backing up and occasionally playing alongside CP3. He looks so good because he's always matched up against backup PGs, who are typically less athletic as well.

[JMAC3]

I think he has the skills to be a teams starting point guard like the Jazz, Heat, Kings, Dallas, or even a rebuilding Orlando. I do not think he is a top 20 guy at this point, but he has hardly had a chance to run a team being stuck behind CP3.

I think he has more value then a guy like Avery Bradley, because he is a more natural point guard.

I understand the Jazz maybe wanting him.

Bledsoe
Burks
Hayward
Favors
Kanter

is a really interesting young core, but idk if it would turn into any better then what they have now. They could go young and then hope to land a superstar either through draft or free agency, because as of right now they are too talented to play these young guys extended minutes and just good enough to sniff the playoffs.

[thruthefire]

Clips went 6-6 without Paul, and that was with Griffin missing a couple of games too. I don't think they would have done much better with Kemba out there instead, quite frankly. Paul is likely the third-best player in the world, so no surprise they didn't do so hot without him.

[KembaWalker]

Brooklyn Nets hopping on the new advanced stat bandwagon


https://twitter.com/Nets_PR/status/304064907190628352

[catch20two]

Brooklyn Nets hopping on the new advanced stat bandwagon


https://twitter.com/Nets_PR/status/304064907190628352

I think that's just a joke, at least I hope so

[fatlever]

Clips went 6-6 without Paul, and that was with Griffin missing a couple of games too. I don't think they would have done much better with Kemba out there instead, quite frankly. Paul is likely the third-best player in the world, so no surprise they didn't do so hot without him.

pretty much my thoughts.

you dont replace an MVP level player like paul, who is the quarterback of the offense with a young pg who is getting his first real starting action and not expect to notice a difference.

that doesnt mean bledsoe isnt a great prospect. he is young and still learning the position. people have high hopes for him because his athleticism is amazing. if he learns to play pg he could be a monster. he isnt there yet.

as for the jazz, it makes perfect sense. they know they cant keep both millsap and jefferson this summer. they need a young pg. bledsoe is on a rookie deal. great trade for both teams.

[fatlever]

it should also be noted that 10 of the 12 games bledsoe started were on the road.

[fatlever]

as a starter 14.2, 4.8, 5.3 and 2+ steals on 43%

[Liver_Pooty]

Saw an article online stating Charlotte may make a bid for 2016 all star game (sorry on my phone and can't find it)

[BlackOutBuzz]

"Whitfield, just back from the all-star weekend in Houston, echoed the sentiment of a top tourism executive this week: The time is right for Charlotte to make a run at hosting the NBA’s midseason showcase. New Orleans has the all-star game next year and New York is expected to get the game the following year. That leaves 2016 as the next available game. Whitfield told me Wednesday morning that bidding would likely begin in the next six months or so. Until then, he and other Bobcats executives will discuss and debate whether the 2016 game would be the best fit for the organization."

http://www.bizjournals.com/charlotte/bl ... r-bid.html

[thruthefire]

Memphis beats Toronto on the road. Gay is shooting something awful for the Raptors.

[Liver_Pooty]

Memphis beats Toronto on the road. Gay is shooting something awful for the Raptors.

I find myself hating Toronto. Mainly because their fans are some of the most annoying people on the face of the Earth,

Other than Leo of course. He loves him some Byron Mullens.

[catch20two]

Memphis beats Toronto on the road. Gay is shooting something awful for the Raptors.

I find myself hating Toronto. Mainly because their fans are some of the most annoying people on the face of the Earth,

Other than Leo of course. He loves him some Byron Mullens.

I despise Leo for liking Mullens so much but disliking Kemba so much at the same damn time.

[Liver_Pooty]

Irving is just nasty. Its amazing to see a 20 year old PG play like this.

[thruthefire]

Kemba, MKG, Biz, our first, Detroit's first and Portland's first for Kyrie. I think that's fair.

[Liver_Pooty]

Kemba, MKG, Biz, our first, Detroit's first and Portland's first for Kyrie. I think that's fair.

Take out MKG and I would do it.

Im not even joking.

[Liver_Pooty]

I predict Kobe goes for 50+ in the first game since Jerry Buss' death. He looked, and respectfully so, pretty emotional in his speech to the crowd in LA. Thats the last thing the Celtics want to see right now.

[thruthefire]

Kemba, MKG, Biz, our first, Detroit's first and Portland's first for Kyrie. I think that's fair.

Take out MKG and I would do it.

Im not even joking.

Neither am I.

[MasterIchiro]

Josh Smith on the Rockets would be interesting.

The Hawks want Asik and Parsons for him? Why not settle on Asik and newly acquired T. Robinson? Hawks are getting greedy here. Josh Smith is not guaranteed to sign with the team who spends talent to bring him in for the remainder of the season.