Official Speculation Thread (Pt. XXVIII: Offseason Edition)

[Driguez]

Looks like it's all over.

Dwight Howard’s departure from the Orlando Magic seems inevitable, with sources close to the situation characterizing the relationship between the superstar and the organization as irreparable. Sources say Howard no longer wants to be in Orlando and he won’t give the franchise the long-term commitment they’re seeking this summer. Howard hopes to be traded and he has been exploring all of his options in recent days.

Rob Hennigan, who was hired as Orlando’s new general manager last week, wants to salvage the relationship with Howard, but the damage may already be done. Howard seems ready to move on, with the Brooklyn Nets atop his list of preferred destinations. Howard has long coveted a trade to Brooklyn, where he would team up with Deron Williams, but sources close to the situation say that the Nets don’t have the trade assets to acquire Howard.

http://www.hoopsworld.com/sources-howar ... of-orlando

Ship his ass to houston.

Hoopsworld.....

[MagicTownBaller]

Did not know if this was posted.

“@IAMAGM: Anthony Parker has retired from the NBA http://t.co/b5u86xFk”

Thank goodness. Bye bye Parker!

[MagicFanGilley]

YaBoyR still says he's not getting traded for now. Someone's wrong.

[trebone]

^ even though its Hoopsworld it is still a 50/50 possibility no matter who writes it. just sayin....

[Def Swami]

You might want to delete the first row part out. I wouldn't want you getting in trouble for that. Btw, Welcome To The Boards!

Edited, thanks for the heads up. Thanks for the welcome, happy to find a good board with some Magic fans.

Cuttino Mobley for Doug Christie?!? smh

jk

Welcome aboard

[The Real Dalic]

Looks like it's all over.

Dwight Howard’s departure from the Orlando Magic seems inevitable, with sources close to the situation characterizing the relationship between the superstar and the organization as irreparable. Sources say Howard no longer wants to be in Orlando and he won’t give the franchise the long-term commitment they’re seeking this summer. Howard hopes to be traded and he has been exploring all of his options in recent days.

Rob Hennigan, who was hired as Orlando’s new general manager last week, wants to salvage the relationship with Howard, but the damage may already be done. Howard seems ready to move on, with the Brooklyn Nets atop his list of preferred destinations. Howard has long coveted a trade to Brooklyn, where he would team up with Deron Williams, but sources close to the situation say that the Nets don’t have the trade assets to acquire Howard.

http://www.hoopsworld.com/sources-howar ... of-orlando

Ship his ass to houston.

1. Someone already posted it.
2. You always think it's over.

[MagicTownBaller]

YaBoyR still says he's not getting traded for now. Someone's wrong.

I'd rather believe YBR on this. We'll see what happens.

[The Real Dalic]

Will the draft be streamed somewhere ? I'm not home currently and the place where i'm staying has **** internet and no NBA TV/ESPN or anything like that, but i'm still willing to watch it on a choppy server

The WatchESPN app says it will have it.

If not you can probably find it on firstrowsports.eu

You might want to delete the first row part out. I wouldn't want you getting in trouble for that. Btw, Welcome To The Boards!

Like Arsenal said, welcome!

[InFlames]

This thread isn't gonna make it to the draft.

[Driguez]

YaBoyR still says he's not getting traded for now. Someone's wrong.

I'd rather believe YBR on this. We'll see what happens.

Not when it comes to the draft or draft trades, he has no insight with the front office nor do most reporters.

[Blue_and_Whte]

who starts at the 3 if we bench Hedo?

I think Liggins can be a starter in this league. He is a solid defensive player who is athletic in taking the ball to the hoop. Plus, he gotz handles. Dude is going to surprise people.

One of the few things BMP and I agree with. I've been saying it for months now. Liggit can at the very least compete for the starting sf spot. He alternates his defense when guarding people very well. he attacks the rim and his jumper can improve.

[Nyce_1]

This thread isn't gonna make it to the draft.

All we need is one good rumor and we'll be on the next thread just in time for the draft.

[Def Swami]

IAMAGM.com ‏@IAMAGM
Kyle Lowry expects to be traded during the draft, Rockets reportedly agree to terms with free agent Goran Dragic

[papa_clipse]

Question

Chris Proctor ‏@cpro28
@OMagicDaily So the Magic HAVE to make a first round pick or the HAVE to pick @ 19? Can they trade down or up in 1st rd?

Answer

Orlando Magic Daily ‏@OMagicDaily
@cpro28 They can trade for an earlier pick. They just have to make a 1st round selection this year. Can trade draft rights after making pick

So as I see it we can still package something like J-rich and #19 for a later first round pick. Do you think that is plausible?

[Def Swami]

Deron Williams ‏@DeronWilliams
Just finished playing East Hampton Golf Club w/ @RealJasonKidd let the speculation begin?????

[The Real Dalic]

IAMAGM.com ‏@IAMAGM
Kyle Lowry expects to be traded during the draft, Rockets reportedly agree to terms with free agent Goran Dragic

They already have an agreement in place? That was fast.

[Def Swami]

Larry Ridley ‏@mrlarryridley
NBA Source with knowledge of Magic tells me "doesn't think Jameer Nelson will opt out" of his deal by tomorrow #Orlando #Magic #Boston #NBA

TRADE?!

[D12VCMagic]

I really hope we don't turn around and trade the player we pick tonight. I want some youth with upside for a damn change.

[OrlandO]

Deron Williams ‏@DeronWilliams
Just finished playing East Hampton Golf Club w/ @RealJasonKidd let the speculation begin?????

DWill is such an instigator... I remember he wanted to make his dinner with Howard more than it was last season, but Dwight didn't want to play along.

[BadMofoPimp]

I really hope we don't turn around and trade the player we pick tonight. I want some youth with upside for a damn change.

Liggins/Harper/Ryno/Ish?