Around the League News and Rumors (Non-Hawks) Part 2

Post #761 » by **Jamaaliver** » Thu May 13, 2021 2:34 am

Post #762 » by **Jamaaliver** » Fri May 14, 2021 3:27 am

This kid was my favorite prospect from than 2019 draft class. Word is, we almost traded up to #3 to grab him.

He’s looking like a rising star...finally.

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Post #763 » by **HMFFL** » Sun May 16, 2021 2:43 am

Jamaaliver wrote:This kid was my favorite prospect from than 2019 draft class. Word is, we almost traded up to #3 to grab him.

He’s looking like a rising star...finally.

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Wow. His shooting has greatly improved.
He's going to be a future all-star....I hope

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Post #764 » by **Jamaaliver** » Thu May 20, 2021 6:15 pm

This is a foolish amount to pay for a league average Center who projects to be a role player on a bad team. Even if it's over a full 5 year period, it's an overpay.

John Collins RFA contract offer will also be be crazy big.

RealGM Wiretap wrote:Jarrett Allen Could Sign $100M+ Extension With Cavaliers

The Cleveland Cavaliers are expected to sign Jarrett Allen to a contract extension worth $100 million or more, according to Terry Pluto of the Cleveland Plain Dealer.
Allen is eligible for an extension this offseason and would otherwise become a restricted free agent in 2022.
Allen averaged 13.2 points, 9.9 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.4 blocks in 30.3 minutes over 51 games with the Cavaliers following his trade from the Brooklyn Nets. Via Terry Pluto/Cleveland Plain Dealer

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Post #765 » by **HMFFL** » Thu May 20, 2021 9:42 pm

Lebron doesn't realize all injuries aren't self inflicted.

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Post #766 » by **HMFFL** » Fri May 21, 2021 12:33 am

Marc Stein: Nikola Jokic, Joel Embiid and Stephen Curry are the three finalists for NBA MVP.

– via Twitter TheSteinLine

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Post #767 » by **Jamaaliver** » Mon May 24, 2021 11:07 pm

This
is worth
monitoring.

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Post #768 » by **HMFFL** » Fri May 28, 2021 8:29 pm

On the other hand, cap holds don’t do Miami any good if Miami wants to sign-and-trade for talent. Any sign-and-trade would require the Heat to stay below the apron (about $6 million above the tax line), and that could prove difficult. Sources tell The Athletic that Nunn could get offers in the $15 million a year range and Robinson perhaps even more, especially if he can burn all the tape of him guarding Khris Middleton.

– via John Hollinger @ The Athletic

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jayu70 · Post #769 » by **jayu70** » Sat May 29, 2021 8:48 pm

Miami swept unceremoniously.

Herro was the bubble darling, he hasn't been good all year.

Post #770 » by **HMFFL** » Sun May 30, 2021 12:46 pm

jayu70 wrote:Miami swept unceremoniously.

Herro was the bubble darling, he hasn't been good all year.

That have some decisions to make this offseason and must fix their problems. Things can change for the good or bad with one offseason.

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Post #771 » by **HMFFL** » Sun May 30, 2021 12:47 pm

Odd man out? Cleveland going to trade the guys that's been the most vocal about Cleveland's issues....which is Kevin Love.

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Two NBA people I respect suggest the Cavs trade Sexton. One likes him a lot, one is lukewarm. But their point is the team should only sign Allen (a restricted free agent) to a $100 million deal. Because of the Love contract, the Cavs can’t pay Allen and Sexton tons of cash without crushing the salary cap.

– via Terry Pluto @ Cleveland Plain Dealer

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Post #772 » by **HMFFL** » Mon May 31, 2021 2:41 am

LOL

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Post #773 » by **Jamaaliver** » Thu Jun 3, 2021 4:26 am

I bet ownership in Sacramento and New Orleans are regretful this didn't play out a year sooner...

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Post #774 » by **HMFFL** » Sat Jun 5, 2021 6:25 pm

The Orlando fire another head coach.

Tim Reynolds: “By mutual decision” is the new vernacular for firings/dismissals/breakups, etc., but I’m told that in the case of the Magic and Steve Clifford, it is an accurate description.

– via Twitter ByTimReynolds

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Post #775 » by **Jamaaliver** » Sat Jun 5, 2021 7:30 pm

HMFFL wrote:The Orlando fire another head coach.

Tim Reynolds: “By mutual decision” is the new vernacular for firings/dismissals/breakups, etc., but I’m told that in the case of the Magic and Steve Clifford, it is an accurate description.

Interesting.

This seems like a move you only make if have a better option in mind. It's also interesting that it comes a month after the Magic's season ended.

I'm wondering why it took so long for this decision to happen? What has changed in the past week happen?

I'm guessing their going after Ainge...Or Stotts.

Post #776 » by **HMFFL** » Sun Jun 6, 2021 2:35 am

Coach Bud on Ginannis only playing 35 minutes in game one vs Brooklyn.

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Post #777 » by **HMFFL** » Sat Jun 12, 2021 2:38 pm

Harrison Wind: Nikola Jokic tonight:

Becomes the 3rd player in NBA playoff history to post 32/20/10 in the playoffs (Wilt, Kareem)

Becomes the first player in franchise history to post a 20/20 game in the playoffs.

Ties Draymond Green for most playoff triple-doubles since 18-19 (6).

– via Twitter HarrisonWind

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Post #778 » by **Jamaaliver** » Wed Jun 16, 2021 12:41 am

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Post #779 » by **HMFFL** » Wed Jun 16, 2021 1:25 am

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jayu70 · Post #780 » by **jayu70** » Wed Jun 16, 2021 11:04 pm

Lots of NBA going ons:
Stan Van Gundy - Fired
Scott Brooks - not resigned
Donnie Nelson - parting ways with Mavs

CP3 - Covid Protocol, Out
Kawhi - Knee injury, Out