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the Croatian assasin waived (Gordan Giricek)
Posted: Fri Feb 29, 2008 7:42 pm
by theTHIEF
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?
Posted: Fri Feb 29, 2008 7:43 pm
by Patterns
The Suns are interested in anyone. They're pretty desperate.
Posted: Fri Feb 29, 2008 7:56 pm
by MalReyn
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.
Posted: Fri Feb 29, 2008 8:26 pm
by Ballings7
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.
Posted: Fri Feb 29, 2008 8:28 pm
by DS1
In Phoenix he will get open looks which will have his shooting percentages on the rise. Hopefully he goes elsewhere.
Posted: Fri Feb 29, 2008 8:32 pm
by Philly Fresh
So the Sixers pretty much gave up Korver for no one.
Posted: Fri Feb 29, 2008 8:34 pm
by theTHIEF
I just dont see GG having the effect that the Suns are looking for...
Posted: Fri Feb 29, 2008 8:37 pm
by magee
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.
Posted: Fri Feb 29, 2008 8:38 pm
by MrDollarBills
How good is his 3pt%?? The Nets need a shooter off the bench
Posted: Fri Feb 29, 2008 9:14 pm
by Sloanfeld
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.
Posted: Fri Feb 29, 2008 9:34 pm
by Magz50
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.
Posted: Fri Feb 29, 2008 9:43 pm
by Texas Longhorns
Wow, if the Rockets can get him, perfect bench player.
Posted: Fri Feb 29, 2008 11:31 pm
by CITYOFANGELSX3
Dont the rockets need a center?
I dont see him making a huge impact anywhere he goes.
Posted: Fri Feb 29, 2008 11:33 pm
by Phobo_Phile
Philly Fresh wrote:So the Sixers pretty much gave up Korver for no one.
They got a first rounder out of it.
Posted: Sat Mar 1, 2008 10:54 am
by James_Dolan
Giricek signed with the Suns.
Posted: Sat Mar 1, 2008 12:06 pm
by theTHIEF
he hasnt signed with them yet, he has to clear waivers first...but he probably will on Monday...
Posted: Sat Mar 1, 2008 2:45 pm
by dalekjazz
Texas Longhorns wrote:Wow, if the Rockets can get him, perfect bench player.
No way. McGrady hates him.