Offseason Thread 2022 Vol 2- Sardines on Ice

[Rapaz]

Targeting a more consistent player on the perimeter such as Eric Gordon makes sense for the Heat. Their offense was sometimes stagnant and downright pitiful whenever Jimmy Butler wasn’t carrying it.

Gordon would provide the team with another player that can score in the halfcourt, creating offense for himself. That isn’t something in Duncan Robinson’s skill set, who still is owed more than $74 million over the next four years.

Gordon is a very good 3-point shooter, helping replace Robinson in that regard. But, he provides a lot more of an offensive punch as he can create for himself and get to the basket. 79 players attempted at least 200 shots off of drives last season and Gordon finished fourth in shooting percentage behind only Chris Paul, Karl-Anthony Towns and Giannis Antetokounmpo.

That is production that Miami is never going to get from Robinson, who offers very little outside of 3-point shooting. If the Heat wins the championship, or Gordon makes an All-Star game, his contract for the 2023-23 season becomes guaranteed. Despite some spotty injury history, he is worth the price even if he isn’t an expiring deal.

Source

Leave your cellphones in the parking lot or with the receptionist. We can’t risk word of this BIG FISH getting out.

[stepback_ftw]

Seems like there will be no major free agent . Everybody opted in or is settled.

Again, free agency doesn't even begin until 6pm Wednesday. People need to be patient. You can start freaking out if you don't see any movement Wednesday/Thursday.

Who is freaking out? I'm simply saying that there doesn't appear to be any major free agents available. That i can think of, Zack Levine will be the big get? Who else is available? Brunson? Ayton?

This dudes out there. He looks like a Heat

[3ammy3uck3ts]

Let’s start a topic, if each player on the Miami heat team needed to improve one thing heading into the season what would it be?

Bam - scoring mindset
Jimmy - 3
Lowry - not being a fat ass
Dipo - confidence in his body, rust off his game
Herro - defense
The others - consistency

[MartyCONLONNN]

there is no way it’s Mitchell. of all the premier scorers on our radar that is the guy who has zero leverage, would command the most assets, would incite a bidding war and it’s Danny Ainge giving his superstar to Pat Riley. Same Ainge that wore Celtics gear to a playoff game this year even though hes the top exec of another team. hes not making Miami a bigger threat to his beloved Cs than they already are.

[Lilseb93]

I passed one of my teacher tests that most people fail on the first attempt. A huge weight is off my shoulders.

I bring positive vibes. Good things will happen for us this week.

[CrossOver]

Seems like there will be no major free agent . Everybody opted in or is settled.

Again, free agency doesn't even begin until 6pm Wednesday. People need to be patient. You can start freaking out if you don't see any movement Wednesday/Thursday.

Who is freaking out? I'm simply saying that there doesn't appear to be any major free agents available. That i can think of, Zack Levine will be the big get? Who else is available? Brunson? Ayton?

Miami is working as an over the cap team so those free agents aren't necessarily the targets that Miami was eyeing to begin with. It's going to be smaller role playing pieces that they can use the MLE on or trades basically. I wouldn't be surprised if we see Miami made a deal for someone none of even know is actually available.

[marson]

I just hope that we get younger at the 4 spot. A Thad young or a Bobby Portis (not likely since he hates us) would boost us big time.

Also getting Eric Gordon for Duncan Robinson is enough for me to say we have a successful offseason.

[MettaWorldPanda]

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[twix2500]

Surprisingly Wall and Rockets agreed to an buyout this early. Thought it would be mid season. Currently not much room on the Heat for a point guard. It was Heat or Clippers and the Clippers roster Currently had the need.

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[MettaWorldPanda]

there is no way it’s Mitchell. of all the premier scorers on our radar that is the guy who has zero leverage, would command the most assets, would incite a bidding war and it’s Danny Ainge giving his superstar to Pat Riley. Same Ainge that wore Celtics gear to a playoff game this year even though hes the top exec of another team. hes not making Miami a bigger threat to his beloved Cs than they already are.

And on top of that the Allstar game in Utah. This is all offseason hope traffic porn. No substance just dreams.

[stepback_ftw]

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Windbag is right but what's a bloviator? And why am i not googling it?

[MettaWorldPanda]

Should have went after Jeremi Grant but we were BIG FLOPPY FISH hunting.

[stepback_ftw]

there is no way it’s Mitchell. of all the premier scorers on our radar that is the guy who has zero leverage, would command the most assets, would incite a bidding war and it’s Danny Ainge giving his superstar to Pat Riley. Same Ainge that wore Celtics gear to a playoff game this year even though hes the top exec of another team. hes not making Miami a bigger threat to his beloved Cs than they already are.

And on top of that the Allstar game in Utah. This is all offseason hope traffic porn. No substance just dreams.

With that said, drafting Jovic is our inside path to getting Jokic for a discounted rate. Prove me wrong.

[3ballbomber]

Hello boys got a text update this morning. Im gonna write it below verbatum.

-my dude looks like this thing is close to getting done, the other team called this morning asking for final package by 12am tonight. You might be getting your wish bud. 9:15am
-The players camp has requested firm update by tuesday afternoon to finalize decision on how to move forward. 9:15am
-oh FYI, also philly is looking now at getting in on the action as a firm 3rd team but we are tinkering with the players, they are asking for too much. 9:20am
-the players camp is looking to start leaking info coming in later tonight trying to force the issue, they are deadset on Miami, with one more team as a backup. 9:20am
-its all hands on deck here, phones been ringing off the hook since 8am. Breaks over ill update ya when im driving home later tonight.

All this for Millsap?

[MettaWorldPanda]

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Windbag is right but what's a bloviator? And why am i not googling it?

He’s taking a shot directly at the Heat twitter influencers who do nothing but incessantly hype chit up with no there there sources or substance. Just hope,dreams, and eye ball emoji’s

[Jfh20]

there is no way it’s Mitchell. of all the premier scorers on our radar that is the guy who has zero leverage, would command the most assets, would incite a bidding war and it’s Danny Ainge giving his superstar to Pat Riley. Same Ainge that wore Celtics gear to a playoff game this year even though hes the top exec of another team. hes not making Miami a bigger threat to his beloved Cs than they already are.

not too mention ainge and riley dont like each other... its not happening. we should target demar derozan.... dude is a baller... lowry/derozan reunion in miami with butler leading the way.

[Cmon_Son-_-]

We in the dark ages now. I've been watching Julius Randle highlights

[stepback_ftw]

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Windbag is right but what's a bloviator? And why am i not googling it?

He’s taking a shot directly at the Heat twitter influencers who do nothing but incessantly hype chit up with no there there sources or substance. Just hope,dreams, and eye ball emoji’s

Oh. Well, they are just noobs having fun in between matches of nba2k probably. The veteran fans know its all just nonsense.

Windbag is a paid shill, he shouldn't exercise his privilege with vengeance. Thats beneath him, maybe

[CrossOver]

New podcast episode tonight from Five Reasons Greg mentioned a few things:

-Continues to hear Philly is looking more likely for PJ Tucker but Miami will hope to keep him.
-Said the Heat actually looked into Dejounte Murray but that looks to be going in a different direction.
-Mentioned a few names that Miami is looking into:
Marcus Morris
Harrison Barnes
Jae Crowder
Nerlens Noel
Will Barton

[stepback_ftw]

there is no way it’s Mitchell. of all the premier scorers on our radar that is the guy who has zero leverage, would command the most assets, would incite a bidding war and it’s Danny Ainge giving his superstar to Pat Riley. Same Ainge that wore Celtics gear to a playoff game this year even though hes the top exec of another team. hes not making Miami a bigger threat to his beloved Cs than they already are.

not too mention ainge and riley dont like each other... its not happening. we should target demar derozan.... dude is a baller... lowry/derozan reunion in miami with butler leading the way.

Funny enough, Ainges last title team featured three Riley guys: James Posey, PJ brown and Eddie House. Ainge is a secret admirer of Riles.