Official Speculation Thread (Pt XX: Trade Deadline cont.)

[The Real Dalic]

Where is J-Rich? I am in Portland and they have no idea where Crawford is going but they are convinced he's been traded. For about 8 hours they've said he's traded but they don't know where. I'm hearing 3-way with Lakers and Minny, but also just a 2-way with LA.

I think J-Rich is in San Antonio tonight. he might not be getting traded after all...

[OrlandoMagician]

If we're going to make a small move (post Dwight) I'd like us to add Ilyasova. I like me some stretch-fours.

[Def Swami]

Maybe last night, I would have taken a chance on keeping Dwight. But after this, it's clear to me what the Magic have been dealing with all season and I can see how frustrating it is dealing with Fegan. They can get Dwight's word, but with Fegan as his agent, it means nothing.

[rj2496]

I'm starting to pull for a Hou deal per one of those Woj/Berger tweets about them dealing for Dwight. It's straight up like the "Denver model" because we will get legit pieces like Lowry, CLee, Morris and we will not pay any max type money for a big man like Bynum or Lopez so soon. We would prolly draft our new bigs instead of taking on the downsides of these centers like Bynum, Lopez which gives us money on max deals before having to extend our drafted bigs.

who is that in your avy? oh my gosh.

Anyway, I think the Nets deal is better for you guys then Houston. We would be giving you a legit center, 2 or more picks, and Brooks.

Courtney Lee was rumored to be going to Chicago earlier. We shall see.

[rcklsscognition]

WOw, Dwight even requested paperwork to sign today! This is sooooooo bad.


ESPN.com first reported Howard's flip-flop. Multiple sources told CBSSports.com earlier in the day that Howard told a top member of the Magic's management team that he would sign the waiver, assuring them he would not opt out of his $19.5 million contract for next season. One of the sources, who was briefed on Howard's conversation with the official, said Howard requested the paperwork necessary to keep him in a Magic uniform beyond the deadline and next season and asked that copies be sent to Fegan and Kevin Samples, his business manager.

[The Real Dalic]

We should hire D'antoni to be Stan's offensive coordinator.

[BelgianMagic]

Adrian Wojnarowski ‏ @WojYahooNBA
"Dwight doesn't want to be the bad guy," source involved in process says of last 24 hours. "He doesn't want to be unpopular. He flaked out."

THAN SIGN THE FRICKIN PAPER, YOU BIG BABY !! (no Glen, not you)

[thelead]

I'm starting to pull for a Hou deal per one of those Woj/Berger tweets about them dealing for Dwight. It's straight up like the "Denver model" because we will get legit pieces like Lowry, CLee, Morris and we will not pay any max type money for a big man like Bynum or Lopez so soon. We would prolly draft our new bigs instead of taking on the downsides of these centers like Bynum, Lopez which gives us money on max deals before having to extend our drafted bigs.

I know Bynum is an injury risk but have you been watching that 24 year old on the "downside" of his career lately?

[Def Swami]

WOw, Dwight even requested paperwork to sign today! This is sooooooo bad.


ESPN.com first reported Howard's flip-flop. Multiple sources told CBSSports.com earlier in the day that Howard told a top member of the Magic's management team that he would sign the waiver, assuring them he would not opt out of his $19.5 million contract for next season. One of the sources, who was briefed on Howard's conversation with the official, said Howard requested the paperwork necessary to keep him in a Magic uniform beyond the deadline and next season and asked that copies be sent to Fegan and Kevin Samples, his business manager.

just ridiculous

[Nolimit1211]

Magic GM Otis Smith remained on the phones throughout the day Wednesday, exploring trade possibilities for Howard and other contingencies that would add talent to the roster in the event Howard gave the team the written commitment it required.

http://www.cbssports.com/nba/blog/ken-b ... ve-opt-out

Otis, smartest man in Magic FO at the moment

[The Real Dalic]

Adrian Wojnarowski ‏ @WojYahooNBA
"Dwight doesn't want to be the bad guy," source involved in process says of last 24 hours. "He doesn't want to be unpopular. He flaked out."

THAN SIGN THE FRICKIN PAPER, YOU BIG BABY !! (no Glen, not you)

[Nolimit1211]

edit, beat me to it

[magicman123]

Adrian Wojnarowski ‏ @WojYahooNBA
"Dwight doesn't want to be the bad guy," source involved in process says of last 24 hours. "He doesn't want to be unpopular. He flaked out."

THAN SIGN THE FRICKIN PAPER, YOU BIG BABY !! (no Glen, not you)

we shouldnt trade him, make him make that decision and i bet he folds and stays

[InFlames]

WOw, Dwight even requested paperwork to sign today! This is sooooooo bad.


ESPN.com first reported Howard's flip-flop. Multiple sources told CBSSports.com earlier in the day that Howard told a top member of the Magic's management team that he would sign the waiver, assuring them he would not opt out of his $19.5 million contract for next season. One of the sources, who was briefed on Howard's conversation with the official, said Howard requested the paperwork necessary to keep him in a Magic uniform beyond the deadline and next season and asked that copies be sent to Fegan and Kevin Samples, his business manager.

just ridiculous

lol **** Dwight.

[jadewbj]

I was 100% in the take your chance this year camp. But after this i would rather watch a team of players who really want to be on our team regaurdless of the outcome.

Get the most we can so we can all move on.

[Driguez]

Adrian Wojnarowski ‏ @WojYahooNBA
"Dwight doesn't want to be the bad guy," source involved in process says of last 24 hours. "He doesn't want to be unpopular. He flaked out."

THAN SIGN THE FRICKIN PAPER, YOU BIG BABY !! (no Glen, not you)

Aaah he is in for a surprise

[Reggie Theus]

Should have made that Ellis trade.... Atleast we could tank with fastbreak points.

Otis probably gonna trade him for Brooke Lopez and 2 future second rounders.

and Kris Kardashian

[rcklsscognition]

This has to be killing A. Martins. He was SO freaking close. I agree with whoever said he's probably going to try and get another shot at Dwight tonight after the game.

[Optimus_Steel]

Dwight is still trolling us fans hahaha.

[BelgianMagic]

I wish I could have a meeting with Dan Fegan .. It wouldn't be a pretty meeting