Kaman Close to Return

Post #1 » by **SD2042** » Wed Feb 25, 2009 3:47 pm

http://basketball.realgm.com/src_wireta ... to_return/

Clippers center Chris Kaman is getting closer to his return from plantar fasciitis in his left foot, and believes that he might return in two weeks.

Kaman has missed the season's last 42 games with the injury.

"At the beginning, it was really frustrating for me," said Kaman. "Because I was uncertain when I was going to play. Knowing now what I know, I wish I could have known back then how long it was going to be.

"I have to be patient. I can't really complain or do anything about it. Just wait and let it heal and take my time, not overdo it.

"Obviously it [stinks] but there's nothing I can do about it, got to try to get back into shape now and get ready to play. I'm looking down the road and not looking behind me."

Post #2 » by **thanumba2clippersfan** » Wed Feb 25, 2009 6:05 pm

It's sad that Chris has missed half the season. He's been out since the first game that we acquired Randolph.

JJ LoDuca · Post #3 » by **JJ LoDuca** » Wed Feb 25, 2009 6:44 pm

Oh, Kaman...

As far as his return goes, I won't believe he's close to coming back till I see him doing layup lines before the game-- where he'll probably pull a Lamar Odom and twist his ankle or something. :noway:

I've always been a Kaman fan, but this season has made it tough to defend my Vanilla Gorilla.

madmaxmedia · Post #4 » by **madmaxmedia** » Wed Feb 25, 2009 7:37 pm

But on the positive side, he's probably a lot better at Rubiks Cube now...

mattfish · Post #5 » by **mattfish** » Wed Feb 25, 2009 9:06 pm

Only benefit I see of Kaman coming back is if he learned to pass the ball out of the post, then EJ can get some good 3 point opportunities. Otherwise, he's going to slow down the game for our athletic players, clog up the paint, and produce a good number of turnovers like usual.

mj_shoefanatic · Post #6 » by **mj_shoefanatic** » Thu Feb 26, 2009 12:20 am

who cares..

scratch21 · Post #7 » by **scratch21** » Thu Feb 26, 2009 12:38 am

PlinkingPanda · Post #8 » by **PlinkingPanda** » Thu Feb 26, 2009 1:08 am

mj_shoefanatic wrote:who cares..

We all should.

Whether you want him on the team or traded. Having him play and produce increases his trade value. Who would want a C who has yet to prove he can stay healthy after this and last year? Some may, but we'll get squat in return.

mj_shoefanatic · Post #9 » by **mj_shoefanatic** » Thu Feb 26, 2009 1:52 am

Cool let him audition for other teams. :nod:

Post #10 » by **thanumba2clippersfan** » Thu Feb 26, 2009 2:06 am

Was Kaman's only healthy season that time we went to the playoffs?

mj_shoefanatic · Post #11 » by **mj_shoefanatic** » Thu Feb 26, 2009 3:56 am

He played 82 gms his rookie year, 63 gms in 04/05, 78 gms in 05/06 and 75 gms in 06/07.

jflipclip · Post #12 » by **jflipclip** » Thu Feb 26, 2009 4:24 pm

mj_shoefanatic wrote:who cares..

Me.

mj_shoefanatic · Post #13 » by **mj_shoefanatic** » Thu Feb 26, 2009 9:49 pm

^ good for you but he's been a stiff since 07/08 season. :ouch:

Latinoking90 · Post #14 » by **Latinoking90** » Thu Feb 26, 2009 9:49 pm

Jason Maxiell for Kaman?

PerkinsFor3 · Post #15 » by **PerkinsFor3** » Fri Feb 27, 2009 11:26 am

im all for trading kaman for a good sf and a pick. then move thornton to the bench.

how about something like thad young + expiring + pick for kaman + something? :tooth

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DraftSpecialist · Post #16 » by **DraftSpecialist** » Fri Feb 27, 2009 10:33 pm

If I am moving Kaman I would like to move Thornton as well. We have plenty of intriguing pieces this year. With our draft pick, Kaman, Camby, Thornton, and maybe Baron Davis to the right team. Hopefully we can find a good deal.

Det the Threat · Post #17 » by **Det the Threat** » Fri Feb 27, 2009 11:18 pm

loot wrote:im all for trading kaman for a good sf and a pick. then move thornton to the bench.

how about something like thad young + expiring + pick for kaman + something? :

The sixers are trying everything they can, just to move Dalembert.
So i doubt they'll trade for Kaman.

DraftSpecialist wrote:If I am moving Kaman I would like to move Thornton as well. We have plenty of intriguing pieces this year. With our draft pick, Kaman, Camby, Thornton, and maybe Baron Davis to the right team. Hopefully we can find a good deal.

I'd trade Kaman, Camby, Baron or even Thornton, if the right deal is offered, but i'd keep our own pick.