the Croatian assasin waived (Gordan Giricek)

theTHIEF · Post #1 » by **theTHIEF** » Fri Feb 29, 2008 7:42 pm

Just heard on ESPN and I see Wiretap has it up now

http://www.realgm.com/src_wiretap_archives/51172/20080229/sixers_waive_gordan_giricek/

this one I dont really get...and the Suns are really that interested in this guy?

Patterns · Post #2 » by **Patterns** » Fri Feb 29, 2008 7:43 pm

The Suns are interested in anyone. They're pretty desperate.

MalReyn · Post #3 » by **MalReyn** » Fri Feb 29, 2008 7:56 pm

His FG% has gone into the toilet this year. I think a lot of it has to do with inconsistent minutes/opportunities.

Still though, he's only 31, and I think still has a bit left in the tank. Someone could take a shot. But he certainly won't make a big difference on any playoff team.

Ballings7 · Post #4 » by **Ballings7** » Fri Feb 29, 2008 8:26 pm

Suns really need another shooter. Already did before the Shaq trade, but now even moreso.

Giricek's not a top-level shooter, but is still effective. Should be an okay addition to the bench offensively.

DS1 · Post #5 » by **DS1** » Fri Feb 29, 2008 8:28 pm

In Phoenix he will get open looks which will have his shooting percentages on the rise. Hopefully he goes elsewhere.

Philly Fresh · Post #6 » by **Philly Fresh** » Fri Feb 29, 2008 8:32 pm

So the Sixers pretty much gave up Korver for no one.

theTHIEF · Post #7 » by **theTHIEF** » Fri Feb 29, 2008 8:34 pm

I just dont see GG having the effect that the Suns are looking for...

Post #8 » by **magee** » Fri Feb 29, 2008 8:37 pm

The only thing Giricek assassinates is the toilet at the end of the bench. He can shoot, but he doesn't solve the Suns' biggest weakness: perimeter defense. He may get 10 minutes a game, but ****, those should go to DJ Strawberry.

MrDollarBills · Post #9 » by **MrDollarBills** » Fri Feb 29, 2008 8:38 pm

How good is his 3pt%?? The Nets need a shooter off the bench

Sloanfeld · Post #10 » by **Sloanfeld** » Fri Feb 29, 2008 9:14 pm

Gira played good defense while in Utah. I barely watched him with Philly. He's good for one travel per game, which is insane for someone who's been in the league for as long as him. I don't think this really hurts Phoenix, and it will be a suitable backup in case Raja or someone goes down.

Magz50 · Post #11 » by **Magz50** » Fri Feb 29, 2008 9:34 pm

Girishik won't do much. He's a below average player at this stage who can shoot every once in a while but that's about it.

Texas Longhorns · Post #12 » by **Texas Longhorns** » Fri Feb 29, 2008 9:43 pm

Wow, if the Rockets can get him, perfect bench player.

CITYOFANGELSX3 · Post #13 » by **CITYOFANGELSX3** » Fri Feb 29, 2008 11:31 pm

Dont the rockets need a center?

I dont see him making a huge impact anywhere he goes.

Phobo_Phile · Post #14 » by **Phobo_Phile** » Fri Feb 29, 2008 11:33 pm

Philly Fresh wrote:So the Sixers pretty much gave up Korver for no one.

They got a first rounder out of it.

James_Dolan · Post #15 » by **James_Dolan** » Sat Mar 1, 2008 10:54 am

Giricek signed with the Suns.

theTHIEF · Post #16 » by **theTHIEF** » Sat Mar 1, 2008 12:06 pm

he hasnt signed with them yet, he has to clear waivers first...but he probably will on Monday...

dalekjazz · Post #17 » by **dalekjazz** » Sat Mar 1, 2008 2:45 pm

Texas Longhorns wrote:Wow, if the Rockets can get him, perfect bench player.

No way. McGrady hates him.