LeBron Free Agency 2010

heathmalc · Post #561 » by **heathmalc** » Tue Jul 6, 2010 3:50 am

Brian Windhorst PDcavsinsider

Didn't say Rose was anti-LeBron. But the word is preference was Joe Johnson. They have same agent. That is what multiple people tell me.

heathmalc · Post #562 » by **heathmalc** » Tue Jul 6, 2010 3:50 am

Alan Hahn alanhahn

Amar'e the recruiter: "I’m the first to make a decision, so hopefully I can get him to choose us.” Him= LeBron.

heathmalc · Post #563 » by **heathmalc** » Tue Jul 6, 2010 3:58 am

From nevadabuck today

Lebron 100% to the Cavs

This will be Lebron's last foray as a courted free agent. Inner circle feels that his brand has taken an unreal hit due to the supposed free agency tour and everything else. Also, the canceling of the free agent tour was essentially showing a giant sea change in how the Lebron thing was going to go from here on out for the rest of his career.

Also, Nevada broke the WWW out of the James' circle story about a week ago.

The hold up is getting lebronjames.com off the ground. Nevada says that Thursday will be THE day. The official announcement will be from the site.

heathmalc · Post #564 » by **heathmalc** » Tue Jul 6, 2010 4:34 am

A pretty well tuned in person (those with scout $ access know him well) say that LeBron is staying in Cleveland. He also says moves are being made to bring in another superstar via a sign and trade. It's all but done, he's just waiting for the launch of lebronjames.com as that is the platform the announcement will be made. Pretentious? Yes. But, apparently the "home" and "loyalty" pitches worked. Obviously, this is one mans word, but he has "bonafides" and has been unwavering on that stance the whole time.

Post #565 » by **Rise Against** » Tue Jul 6, 2010 4:38 am

GotItNow · Post #566 » by **GotItNow** » Tue Jul 6, 2010 4:56 am

heathmalc wrote:A pretty well tuned in person (those with scout $ access know him well) say that LeBron is staying in Cleveland. He also says moves are being made to bring in another superstar via a sign and trade. It's all but done, he's just waiting for the launch of lebronjames.com as that is the platform the announcement will be made. Pretentious? Yes. But, apparently the "home" and "loyalty" pitches worked. Obviously, this is one mans word, but he has "bonafides" and has been unwavering on that stance the whole time.

If Lebron stays with you guys and you can bring in another star that would be cool as hell. Still hoping he goes to the Knicks but whatever, It's cool when the hometown guy stays. Best of luck if it goes down like that. We'll just have to figure out something else.

GotItNow · Post #567 » by **GotItNow** » Tue Jul 6, 2010 4:57 am

Exile23 wrote:

Dude! Where'd ya get that gif!?

chicagofan23 · Post #568 » by **chicagofan23** » Tue Jul 6, 2010 5:05 am

WILL THIS MAN JUST MAKE HIS DECISION ALREADY...WE ALL KNOW HE IS STAYING IN CLEVELAND!

I'm pretty sure LeBron stays and that's because he has a emotional connection to the city of Cleveland more then a basketball decision. I'm 100% certain he resigns with the Cavs by Wednesday night or Friday around mid day, which is stupid because I don't know why he's egging this on. I was hoping he would sign with the Bulls being that I love the city of Chicago and am a die hard Bulls fan! but it's not going to happen. In my mind, LeBron is still a kid at heart, if he wants to listen to his "advisers" and not win a championship then that's fine.

But as he gets older, he will realize guys like Maverick Carter and William Wesley should not influence his decision on where to go. I give props to guys like Kobe and MJ and they made decisions based for themselves and didn't have all these entourage guys kissing their butts. That's why I give credit to the Bulls organization for not kissing LeBron's A$$ and being straight forward with him with how the team will look and that his "buddies" will not receive any perks.

In fact Dennis Rodman called World Wide Wes aka William Wesley a joke back in the 1990's when he followed MJ around trying to be his right hand man.

Post #569 » by **Rise Against** » Tue Jul 6, 2010 5:13 am

GotItNow wrote:Dude! Where'd ya get that gif!?

An article from the Cleveland Plain Dealer.

heathmalc · Post #570 » by **heathmalc** » Tue Jul 6, 2010 6:16 am

Someone who I chat with, and tweet with frequently says that Bosh will goto 1 of 3 places: Miami (w/o S&T), Cavs or Houston. Cavs & Houston would be a 3-way with New Jersey. BC REALLY likes what Rockets have to offer, but needs 3rd team to make it work. Not known for sure what Bosh thinks... but... as with all the rumors right now, 90% are gonna end up being wrong. Toronto insiders don't believe Cavs have shot at Bosh unless Bron signs, and Bosh tells BC that he wants to go to Cavs (basically what we already knew)... but the guy that told me the first part is pretty solid...if he said it, he believes it.

heathmalc · Post #571 » by **heathmalc** » Tue Jul 6, 2010 6:22 am

chicagofan23 wrote:WILL THIS MAN JUST MAKE HIS DECISION ALREADY...WE ALL KNOW HE IS STAYING IN CLEVELAND!

I'm pretty sure LeBron stays and that's because he has a emotional connection to the city of Cleveland more then a basketball decision. I'm 100% certain he resigns with the Cavs by Wednesday night or Friday around mid day, which is stupid because I don't know why he's egging this on. I was hoping he would sign with the Bulls being that I love the city of Chicago and am a die hard Bulls fan! but it's not going to happen. In my mind, LeBron is still a kid at heart, if he wants to listen to his "advisers" and not win a championship then that's fine.

But as he gets older, he will realize guys like Maverick Carter and William Wesley should not influence his decision on where to go. I give props to guys like Kobe and MJ and they made decisions based for themselves and didn't have all these entourage guys kissing their butts. That's why I give credit to the Bulls organization for not kissing LeBron's A$$ and being straight forward with him with how the team will look and that his "buddies" will not receive any perks.

In fact Dennis Rodman called World Wide Wes aka William Wesley a joke back in the 1990's when he followed MJ around trying to be his right hand man.

Ironically, you are arguing against the guy that wants LeBron in Chicago: William Wesley. WorldWideWes has been pushing LeBron towards Chicago for the last two years, and recently stepped up that pressure, causing a rift with Carter. That rift meant a rift with the whole James gang...which, as much as anything else, could be a huge influencing factor on why LeBron decides not to goto Chicago.

heathmalc · Post #572 » by **heathmalc** » Tue Jul 6, 2010 6:31 am

I was just looking over the video from today's camp...and Eyenga REALLY looks good! I mean, REALLY!!!

GotItNow · Post #573 » by **GotItNow** » Tue Jul 6, 2010 6:59 am

Exile23 wrote:
GotItNow wrote:Dude! Where'd ya get that gif!?

An article from the Cleveland Plain Dealer.

Got it thanks. A Lebrononometer is hilarious.

heathmalc · Post #574 » by **heathmalc** » Tue Jul 6, 2010 7:01 am

"You can't let praise or criticism get to you. It's a weakness to get caught up in either one." -JOHN WOODEN

GotItNow · Post #575 » by **GotItNow** » Tue Jul 6, 2010 7:02 am

heathmalc wrote:Someone who I chat with, and tweet with frequently says that Bosh will goto 1 of 3 places: Miami (w/o S&T), Cavs or Houston. Cavs & Houston would be a 3-way with New Jersey. BC REALLY likes what Rockets have to offer, but needs 3rd team to make it work. Not known for sure what Bosh thinks... but... as with all the rumors right now, 90% are gonna end up being wrong. Toronto insiders don't believe Cavs have shot at Bosh unless Bron signs, and Bosh tells BC that he wants to go to Cavs (basically what we already knew)... but the guy that told me the first part is pretty solid...if he said it, he believes it.

What do you think the Cavs have that Toronto would accept? I haven't heard any possibilities just the general rumor.

bcortell · Post #576 » by **bcortell** » Tue Jul 6, 2010 7:29 am

GotItNow wrote:
heathmalc wrote:Someone who I chat with, and tweet with frequently says that Bosh will goto 1 of 3 places: Miami (w/o S&T), Cavs or Houston. Cavs & Houston would be a 3-way with New Jersey. BC REALLY likes what Rockets have to offer, but needs 3rd team to make it work. Not known for sure what Bosh thinks... but... as with all the rumors right now, 90% are gonna end up being wrong. Toronto insiders don't believe Cavs have shot at Bosh unless Bron signs, and Bosh tells BC that he wants to go to Cavs (basically what we already knew)... but the guy that told me the first part is pretty solid...if he said it, he believes it.

What do you think the Cavs have that Toronto would accept? I haven't heard any possibilities just the general rumor.

For just Bosh, something like AV, JJ, West, rights to Eyenga, and firsts. I could see NJ being interested in AV for just cap space, and Toronto might like that better since they seem loaded with bigs now. AV would be a nice third big for NJ.

If you include Calderon or Hedo, it gets more complicated.

holyboy2009 · Post #577 » by **holyboy2009** » Tue Jul 6, 2010 7:42 am

heathmalc wrote:Someone who I chat with, and tweet with frequently says that Bosh will goto 1 of 3 places: Miami (w/o S&T), Cavs or Houston. Cavs & Houston would be a 3-way with New Jersey. BC REALLY likes what Rockets have to offer, but needs 3rd team to make it work. Not known for sure what Bosh thinks... but... as with all the rumors right now, 90% are gonna end up being wrong. Toronto insiders don't believe Cavs have shot at Bosh unless Bron signs, and Bosh tells BC that he wants to go to Cavs (basically what we already knew)... but the guy that told me the first part is pretty solid...if he said it, he believes it.

there's absolutelly no chance Bosh Is coming to Cleveland.

bcortell · Post #578 » by **bcortell** » Tue Jul 6, 2010 8:15 am

holyboy2009 wrote:
heathmalc wrote:Someone who I chat with, and tweet with frequently says that Bosh will goto 1 of 3 places: Miami (w/o S&T), Cavs or Houston. Cavs & Houston would be a 3-way with New Jersey. BC REALLY likes what Rockets have to offer, but needs 3rd team to make it work. Not known for sure what Bosh thinks... but... as with all the rumors right now, 90% are gonna end up being wrong. Toronto insiders don't believe Cavs have shot at Bosh unless Bron signs, and Bosh tells BC that he wants to go to Cavs (basically what we already knew)... but the guy that told me the first part is pretty solid...if he said it, he believes it.

there's absolutelly no chance Bosh Is coming to Cleveland.

Your insight is enlightening.

GotItNow · Post #579 » by **GotItNow** » Tue Jul 6, 2010 9:11 am

bcortell wrote:
GotItNow wrote:
heathmalc wrote:Someone who I chat with, and tweet with frequently says that Bosh will goto 1 of 3 places: Miami (w/o S&T), Cavs or Houston. Cavs & Houston would be a 3-way with New Jersey. BC REALLY likes what Rockets have to offer, but needs 3rd team to make it work. Not known for sure what Bosh thinks... but... as with all the rumors right now, 90% are gonna end up being wrong. Toronto insiders don't believe Cavs have shot at Bosh unless Bron signs, and Bosh tells BC that he wants to go to Cavs (basically what we already knew)... but the guy that told me the first part is pretty solid...if he said it, he believes it.

What do you think the Cavs have that Toronto would accept? I haven't heard any possibilities just the general rumor.

For just Bosh, something like AV, JJ, West, rights to Eyenga, and firsts. I could see NJ being interested in AV for just cap space, and Toronto might like that better since they seem loaded with bigs now. AV would be a nice third big for NJ.

If you include Calderon or Hedo, it gets more complicated.

Ok thanks, I had no idea what they were thinking. How does that fit with their roster? And cap?

Plus, no offense, but I just looked up JJ and West's numbers...they don't seem like positives IMO. AV is ok, but why should Toronto bite? Seems like they would need a sweetener. Why even bother takin that on, why not just refresh and rebuild?

Seems like a pass to me, picks not worth much. Eyenga I have no clue but saw some people speaking highly of him. Just don't see any attraction at all to the Raps, if you were them, what would you like about that deal? Anything?

heathmalc · Post #580 » by **heathmalc** » Tue Jul 6, 2010 1:42 pm

holyboy2009 wrote:there's absolutelly no chance Bosh Is coming to Cleveland.

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