Front Court Problem/Bench

HeartSouloma · Post #1 » by **HeartSouloma** » Fri Jun 22, 2012 4:30 pm

We need to fix our front court issue. Any idea's of a center we can trade for? And we need to have a good bench

HoodluM- · Post #2 » by **HoodluM-** » Fri Jun 22, 2012 6:12 pm

You aren't going to trade for any center. Perkins will probably get amnestied in order to resign Ibaka and Harden, if you guys still want them that is.

OKC needs a 3 point shooter who can stretch the floor while also not being a liability on defense (D Cook). Good luck with that.

BirdmanPresents · Post #3 » by **BirdmanPresents** » Fri Jun 22, 2012 10:07 pm

The bench isn't a big concern, OKC is becoming like the Heat where they can just sign some vets for the minimum who will play their roles.

My hope is KD puts on some weight and gets some low post moves and becomes the full time 4. Until then they need someone down low, even if the cost is Ibaka. I think this series showed what the team is like without Harden and Ibaka, but if they get a guy who can score a bit down low and guard his position, that would be a decent swap for Ibaka.

Landry might be a decent guy to go after to have off the bench. Problem with alot of 4's in the league right now is the ones with some good low post scoring are often under sized. Elton Brand may be available as well as Kaman but none of these guys are long term options. Problem is with so much salary tied up, it will be hard to sign anyone half decent.

SmashMouthRod · Post #4 » by **SmashMouthRod** » Sat Jun 23, 2012 7:10 am

Its times like these that I bet the Gm wishes he didnt rescing the Chandler trade. If Tyson Chandler was the 5 instead of Perk just imagine what wouldve likely happened this year and last.

Devilanche · Post #5 » by **Devilanche** » Sat Jun 23, 2012 9:11 am

SmashMouthRod wrote:Its times like these that I bet the Gm wishes he didnt rescing the Chandler trade. If Tyson Chandler was the 5 instead of Perk just imagine what wouldve likely happened this year and last.

we probably won't have ibaka/harden and other moves as well. heck Chandler started being elite only last season before that he was in some injury trouble. He might not been at his level if he has been here instead of Dallas

flintsky21 · Post #6 » by **flintsky21** » Sat Jun 23, 2012 2:37 pm

Hey guys, congrats for your team's great run!

This may seem random, but how would you guys feel about a Rashard Lewis return? (after he gets bought out by NO)

I really feel that a stretch 4 could help this team. While the Perkins-Ibaka combination worked against the Lakers and Spurs, it was outmatched against Miami's finesse frontcourt. Lewis could pair with Ibaka or Perkins at the frontcourt in situational match-ups. He can also backup Durant at the 3. He could also provide extra scoring punch off the bench, especially if Harden struggles.

At this point, Lewis would be looking to join a contender, so things could work out. Mid-exemption?

Balkman32 · Post #7 » by **Balkman32** » Wed Jun 27, 2012 4:44 pm

Centers do not grow on trees. There is a guy at the end of the bench in Aldrich that the organization traded up for to get in the draft a couple of years ago. Maybe he is the answer.

But, the team could use a big man who can score off the banch. If Sullinger starts falling. He is a guy this team should try to add to the roster.

OlDirtMcBert · Post #8 » by **OlDirtMcBert** » Wed Jun 27, 2012 6:36 pm

IMO, a move for Terrance Jones would be the best possible addition, because I think he's outside of the lottery and his motor is great. Otherwise, unless Sullinger slides all the way, Lamb or trade into the 2nd.

OlDirtMcBert · Post #9 » by **OlDirtMcBert** » Fri Jun 29, 2012 3:25 am

Well gambling on Perry Jones III is Presti's answer to this question. Hope it works.

KD35willbeGOAT · Post #10 » by **KD35willbeGOAT** » Fri Jun 29, 2012 5:47 pm

It's not really a gamble. The Heat got all the way to the finals and won it without a true center in the mix. Jones is a low risk, high reward type of player. He really can be an all star if given the opportunity to be. We'll see what position he'll be playing though. I envision a KD/Jones/Ibaka line up, which is pretty damn versatile tbh.

OlDirtMcBert · Post #11 » by **OlDirtMcBert** » Sun Jul 8, 2012 5:50 pm

KD35willbeGOAT wrote:It's not really a gamble. The Heat got all the way to the finals and won it without a true center in the mix. Jones is a low risk, high reward type of player. He really can be an all star if given the opportunity to be. We'll see what position he'll be playing though. I envision a KD/Jones/Ibaka line up, which is pretty damn versatile tbh.

Bosh can flat out score though, inside or outside. He beat Perkins like he stole something, especially on pick n rolls. I envision PJ3 being able to do the same because he has great hands. He can actually catch and handle a bit. That's something none of our bugs but Collison have been able to do. But, PJ3 probably isn't going to post anyone up in the League.

Bravely Done · Post #12 » by **Bravely Done** » Mon Jul 9, 2012 6:46 am

OlDirtMcBert wrote:
KD35willbeGOAT wrote:It's not really a gamble. The Heat got all the way to the finals and won it without a true center in the mix. Jones is a low risk, high reward type of player. He really can be an all star if given the opportunity to be. We'll see what position he'll be playing though. I envision a KD/Jones/Ibaka line up, which is pretty damn versatile tbh.

Bosh can flat out score though, inside or outside. He beat Perkins like he stole something, especially on pick n rolls. I envision PJ3 being able to do the same because he has great hands. He can actually catch and handle a bit. That's something none of our bugs but Collison have been able to do. But, PJ3 probably isn't going to post anyone up in the League.

PJ3 is 6'11 234 and spent vast amounts of time playing the 5 at Baylor. It isn't that difficult to play the post in this league, or any league for that matter, you simply need the skill set.

Lamarcus Aldridge has as potent a post game there is at the 4 and he's neither massive nor a bruiser.