Official Speculation Thread (Pt XVII, Mods Close)

Nolimit1211 · Post #481 » by **Nolimit1211** » Tue Mar 13, 2012 4:15 pm

ESPN saying Dwight isn't gonna opt in, and Stephen A is pretty damn sure Dwight isn't coming back if he hits free agency.

RickB-Orlando · Post #482 » by **RickB-Orlando** » Tue Mar 13, 2012 4:17 pm

VGOSWAMI wrote:Again, that rumor was from Bucher. Bucher has never had inside info in any situation, and he blatantly spews stories like this to get attention. I don't buy it.

Second, I'm not mad at Lacob not dealing us Monta. That's his choice. But keeping him to keep hope alive that he gets Dwight is literally senile. Which is why I'm starting to question how real that is. Can a person really be that stupid?

I still say Lacob and the Magic are playing a game of Chicken - who blinks first?

jezzer45 · Post #483 » by **jezzer45** » Tue Mar 13, 2012 4:17 pm

I feel so grogy right now from all the highs lows maybes and despair.

Nyce_1 · Post #484 » by **Nyce_1** » Tue Mar 13, 2012 4:18 pm

the inevitable is coming....

Nolimit1211 · Post #485 » by **Nolimit1211** » Tue Mar 13, 2012 4:18 pm

RickB-Orlando wrote:I still say Lacob and the Magic are playing a game of Chicken - who blinks first?

We do.

We're on the clock, Golden State has no reason to panic. Ellis can't walk at the end of the season, Dwight can.

RickB-Orlando · Post #486 » by **RickB-Orlando** » Tue Mar 13, 2012 4:19 pm

Rick Rolled wrote:Josh Robbins ‏ @JoshuaBRobbins
Jason Richardson will not play for #Magic against the #Heat tonight because of his sprained left ankle.

Now if we can only get Hedo suspeneded for a few more games, we could have some hustle on the court.

Loneil · Post #487 » by **Loneil** » Tue Mar 13, 2012 4:20 pm

Nolimit1211 wrote:
RickB-Orlando wrote:I still say Lacob and the Magic are playing a game of Chicken - who blinks first?

We do.

We're on the clock, Golden State has no reason to panic. Ellis can't walk at the end of the season, Dwight can.

exactly.

0% urgency to trade ellis anywhere!

has anyone discussed why lacob would even entertain trading monta?

RickB-Orlando · Post #488 » by **RickB-Orlando** » Tue Mar 13, 2012 4:23 pm

Nolimit1211 wrote:
RickB-Orlando wrote:I still say Lacob and the Magic are playing a game of Chicken - who blinks first?

We do.

We're on the clock, Golden State has no reason to panic. Ellis can't walk at the end of the season, Dwight can.

I tend to think you're right. Today is all about trying to get a "star" to put next to Dwight and a commitment from him not to opt out.

Tomorrow is all about getting the best trade lined up for Dwight and moving on.

Thursday is decision time. No pun intended.

ADRajX · Post #489 » by **ADRajX** » Tue Mar 13, 2012 4:23 pm

Lacob is crazy to think he'll get Dwight

Making this whole "trade request" public (Otis) and then listing 3 possible destinations (Dwight) has been a complete hinder/blockade to any sort of trade happening... thanks you two

Nyce_1 · Post #490 » by **Nyce_1** » Tue Mar 13, 2012 4:24 pm

GS could be postering to get Otis to include some draft pick - post Dwight.

arsenal6106 · Post #491 » by **arsenal6106** » Tue Mar 13, 2012 4:24 pm

jezzer45 wrote:Who thinks bynum is a good plan z? last option backs against the wall type move.

It's not an option for us if Dwight doesn't resign there with them. Dwight has way too much power in this whole situation and I hate it.

Showbiz Bear · Post #492 » by **Showbiz Bear** » Tue Mar 13, 2012 4:25 pm

Will someone hold me until this is all over?

Driguez · Post #493 » by **Driguez** » Tue Mar 13, 2012 4:25 pm

RickB-Orlando wrote:
Nolimit1211 wrote:
RickB-Orlando wrote:I still say Lacob and the Magic are playing a game of Chicken - who blinks first?

We do.

We're on the clock, Golden State has no reason to panic. Ellis can't walk at the end of the season, Dwight can.

I tend to think you're right. Today is all about trying to get a "star" to put next to Dwight and a commitment from him not to opt out.

Tomorrow is all about getting the best trade lined up for Dwight and moving on.

Thursday is decision time. No pun intended.

Agreed

RickB-Orlando · Post #494 » by **RickB-Orlando** » Tue Mar 13, 2012 4:25 pm

Loneil wrote:
Nolimit1211 wrote:
RickB-Orlando wrote:I still say Lacob and the Magic are playing a game of Chicken - who blinks first?

We do.

We're on the clock, Golden State has no reason to panic. Ellis can't walk at the end of the season, Dwight can.

exactly.

0% urgency to trade ellis anywhere!

has anyone discussed why lacob would even entertain trading monta?

A few possible reasons:
- Gets Bogut, a Center he apparently covets, if it becomes clear he ain't getting Dwight
- Saves money by dumping Biedrins long term contract
- Monta and Curry aren't the best mix - frees up spot, gets assets and better fit to match with Curry
- Risks Monta getting disgruntled and poisoning the lockerroom

Note that I'm not saying any of those are definitely happening, but all are potential reasons for a trade.

JustDwight · Post #495 » by **JustDwight** » Tue Mar 13, 2012 4:27 pm

Something needs to happen...I mean there's just no way we stand pat again?! We don't even have a backup C...whyy

gibby6385 · Post #496 » by **gibby6385** » Tue Mar 13, 2012 4:28 pm

This coming out of Chicago, again just from people that are semi close to the Bulls. There is a deal on board, has been for a while. Magic want Dwight to take the deal, pretty much what you guys are saying,Calling Dwight's bluff, again pieces involved not really clear. The clippers and heat stuff is all smoke to.

rcklsscognition · Post #497 » by **rcklsscognition** » Tue Mar 13, 2012 4:29 pm

Hmm, Martins on an all out PR campaign to paint Dwight as having everything he wants here in Orlando. That might signal he's about to move Dwight and blame it all on Dwight. Which is what I figured he wanted to do, but was hoping wouldn't. I think Alex made it clear he didn't want to be at the helm for another Shaq situation, he must have tried everything, and he wants the fans to know, this isn't on his hands.

Showbiz Bear · Post #498 » by **Showbiz Bear** » Tue Mar 13, 2012 4:30 pm

Where is the USER TRADE OVERRIDE button from NBA 2K12 in real life?

Nyce_1 · Post #499 » by **Nyce_1** » Tue Mar 13, 2012 4:30 pm

gibby6385 wrote:This coming out of Chicago, again just from people that are semi close to the Bulls. There is a deal on board, has been for a while. Magic want Dwight to take the deal, pretty much what you guys are saying,Calling Dwight's bluff, again pieces involved not really clear. The clippers and heat stuff is all smoke to.

A deal on board with what team?

SubyWill · Post #500 » by **SubyWill** » Tue Mar 13, 2012 4:31 pm

This thread will not end well.