The Derek Fisher Situation

Post #1 » by **Mr. E** » Sun Mar 18, 2012 8:29 pm

This is really sounding like it is ugly.

All reports indicate that Fisher has not only not reported to the team, but that he hasn't even contacted them.

Is it possible that the Rockets could make the claim that the Lakers negotiated in bad faith and seek some sort of restitution to resolve this situation? We traded for a player at a position where we could really use his services at this time while giving up a player who could at least be doing something on the floor.

Fisher has pretty much proven himself to be completely unprofessional. I don't care how sad he is about being traded from his beloved Lakers (whom clearly did not love him back :lol:

); but this guy is the freaking president of the players union. What kind of example is this guy setting for the players he represents?

How much longer is this going to go on?

Post #2 » by **Mr. E** » Sun Mar 18, 2012 9:52 pm

Not long!

Officially bought out.

spolgar · Post #3 » by **spolgar** » Sun Mar 18, 2012 9:57 pm

Link?

rocketsballin · Post #4 » by **rocketsballin** » Sun Mar 18, 2012 10:09 pm

http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/news?slug=a ... out_031812

Post #5 » by **TMU** » Sun Mar 18, 2012 11:10 pm

It wouldn't strike me if he demanded a trade to the Lakers using his unfortunate issue as an excuse.

What an ****. Good riddance.

spolgar · Post #6 » by **spolgar** » Sun Mar 18, 2012 11:31 pm

I think he asked to be released from his contract from the Jazz. He was gone from the Lakers for 3 seasons. I think the Lakers signing him at the time had as much to do with placating Kobe as it did with replacing Smush Parker. There was a real roster need.

As per not reporting, I guess we're all entitled to quit. I would not strike me that the terms of the buyout were quite amicable to the Rockets. One way or the other, we're not having him on our cap next year.

Post #7 » by **Mr. E** » Mon Mar 19, 2012 12:13 am

I've read conflicting reports of his ability to rejoin the Lakers. Some say it can't happen until the beginning of this upcoming offseason and others say that he can't rejoin the team for one year after being traded.

...well, if they wanted him back, that is!

rocketsballin · Post #8 » by **rocketsballin** » Mon Mar 19, 2012 12:51 am

so what was everyone's favorite moment when derek fisher was a rocket?

my favorite time was when...you know that one time when...remember it was something like...oh yeah this one time he...i think it was about...lol this one time he...there was about uhh...i think he was like...if you rewind time you'll see that he...now this was awesome when he uhh...i think he said something like...

hmm, i cant remember anything

RaoulDuke79 · Post #9 » by **RaoulDuke79** » Mon Mar 19, 2012 2:28 am

He can eat much taint, for he is a bitch. And stuff.

YoungMoney23 · Post #10 » by **YoungMoney23** » Mon Mar 19, 2012 1:15 pm

http://youtu.be/85cZB9O_LkE

Definitely my favorite derek fisher in houston moment!

moofs · Post #11 » by **moofs** » Mon Mar 19, 2012 2:02 pm

RaoulDuke79 wrote:He can eat much taint, for he is a bitch. And stuff.

Raoul returns!

zapatasblood · Post #12 » by **zapatasblood** » Tue Mar 20, 2012 2:03 am

Fisher gives up his option to get the **** out of Houston. Wondering how much was the buyout.

spolgar · Post #13 » by **spolgar** » Tue Mar 20, 2012 2:27 am

I think they paid out his contract for this year.

Kal El · Post #14 » by **Kal El** » Tue Mar 20, 2012 4:06 am

im just glad he won't be counting on the cap next season. good riddance...

but he is the representative for the players association, what a class act and what an example for the nba players. it does not surprise me why the nba has gone to sh!!t with a bunch of cry baby superstars. ah yes, Mr. Fisher, asked to get released from the Jazz because he wanted to go a city with better medical help for his daughter, while Houston has the best med center in the world, he chose L.A. ... He got old and useless and got traded to Houston and doesn't even show up or call. I'm glad he never put on a Rockets jersey.

zapatasblood · Post #15 » by **zapatasblood** » Tue Mar 20, 2012 4:34 am

By a first rounder for (my guess) under a million just makes this deal great.

Did not want him in a Rocket jersey but I just wished we used until Lowry cameback and then cast him aside like a cheap hooker.

I just hope Morey at least gave him a mental beat down then threw some money on the floor and dared him to pick it up as he walked away.

hehsy5sy5 · Post #16 » by **hehsy5sy5** » Tue Mar 20, 2012 1:43 pm

zapatasblood wrote:By a first rounder for (my guess) under a million just makes this deal great.

Did not want him in a Rocket jersey but I just wished we used until Lowry cameback and then cast him aside like a cheap hooker.

I just hope Morey at least gave him a mental beat down then threw some money on the floor and dared him to pick it up as he walked away.

Actually old man Fisher did you guys a favor. After all is said and done, and Fisher by opting out for his 3rd year 3.4 mil for the buyout, basically gave you guys a first round pick for free. Actually, even better, Fisher opting out of all next year's money, it means Rockets were paid about $200K to receive a first-round pick. So don't hate him too much, he actually did you guys good.

Lava Rock Kid · Post #17 » by **Lava Rock Kid** » Tue Mar 20, 2012 4:47 pm

When Fisher was first traded to Utah, Utahs GM (Oconner) had to fly to golden state to beg him to come. It took awhile, I think he was promised a starting job. (He started a the 2 guard all year which irritated us Jazz fans, we had dwill at the 1). Then he wanted out of the contract so he could go to the only place that could help his daugher. His words was the only place was New York, so he would either sign with NY or New Jersey or retire. So we release him and a few days later he signs with the lakers. He is a piece of crap.

Post #18 » by **jwise44** » Tue Mar 20, 2012 6:07 pm

Lava Rock Kid wrote:When Fisher was first traded to Utah, Utahs GM (Oconner) had to fly to golden state to beg him to come. It took awhile, I think he was promised a starting job. (He started a the 2 guard all year which irritated us Jazz fans, we had dwill at the 1). Then he wanted out of the contract so he could go to the only place that could help his daugher. His words was the only place was New York, so he would either sign with NY or New Jersey or retire. So we release him and a few days later he signs with the lakers. He is a piece of crap.

He's a douche and I hate him but thinking of anyone sh***ing on the jazz like that makes me laugh/smile

Post #19 » by **TMU** » Tue Mar 20, 2012 6:20 pm

I wonder what kind of excuses he'll use this time. I'm SURE they have better hospitals in Miami and OKC than in Houston.

Kal El · Post #20 » by **Kal El** » Tue Mar 20, 2012 10:15 pm

whats really annoying is that he acts like he matters. his antics with utah, houston, etc... , he acts like he is a superstar. the audacity of mofo. i can't believe the worst starting point guard in the nba for the past few season can hold this much ego. i wish nobody would have signed his asss