WT- Nate unlikely to be back (WAIT! + instagram pic pg 81!)

[Magilla_Gorilla]

Hypothetically, if this drags out and Nate doesn't get other offers and ends up signing with the Bulls for the minimum, I'd be a bit concerned that he would be a distraction over the course of the season. He plays with such a chip on his shoulder and I can only imagine what a bitter Nate would start doing on/off the court.

Why would Nate be bitter at Chicago if the Bulls were the only team that made him an offer? He might be even more aggressive in trying to punish other teams though. I doubt he would be an off court issue at all. Seems to be a good locker room guy and get along with everyone on the team.

Yeah - I don't remember ever hearing anything about Nate being a distraction off the court. For all his bravado and immaturity on the court - I don't think he's ever caused problems off it.

My only concern is playing time - and that even if the money is close he might choose to go elsewhere because of it.

The only real advantage we have right now is if Nate stays here we'll have his Early-Bird rights.

[bulls_13]

Hypothetically, if this drags out and Nate doesn't get other offers and ends up signing with the Bulls for the minimum, I'd be a bit concerned that he would be a distraction over the course of the season. He plays with such a chip on his shoulder and I can only imagine what a bitter Nate would start doing on/off the court.

Why would Nate be bitter at Chicago if the Bulls were the only team that made him an offer? He might be even more aggressive in trying to punish other teams though. I doubt he would be an off court issue at all. Seems to be a good locker room guy and get along with everyone on the team.

True, I don't think he'd be bitter AT Chicago, but could see him going rouge in trying to prove himself, play out of the system, etc. Can picture Thibs face now.

[Ben]

Hypothetically, if this drags out and Nate doesn't get other offers and ends up signing with the Bulls for the minimum, I'd be a bit concerned that he would be a distraction over the course of the season. He plays with such a chip on his shoulder and I can only imagine what a bitter Nate would start doing on/off the court.

Why would Nate be bitter at Chicago if the Bulls were the only team that made him an offer? He might be even more aggressive in trying to punish other teams though. I doubt he would be an off court issue at all. Seems to be a good locker room guy and get along with everyone on the team.

True, I don't think he'd be bitter AT Chicago, but could see him going rouge in trying to prove himself, play out of the system, etc. Can picture Thibs face now.

I would love to see Nate go rouge. Or even just get a little red in the face.

[D_GoLow]

Sports Whispers ‏@SportsWhispers 26m
Nate Robinson and Mo Williams are struggling to get a (good) contract offer thus far in free agency.

The longer he waits, the more I like our chances. Feel bad for Nate, the guy deserves to get paid.

[Mr Funk]

Scratch crappy ass Toronto off the list:

WT:

The Portland Trail Blazers, Oklahoma City Thunder and Miami Heat had pursued Buycks as a potential third-string point guard, but he ultimately couldn’t pass up the opportunity to back up Kyle Lowry on the Raptors. For the Raptors, Buycks’ defense and playmaking served as enticing factors to give him a chance.

The Oklahoman first reported that Buycks had agreed to be the Raptors’ backup point guard

[Ben]

Scratch crappy ass Toronto off the list:

WT:

The Portland Trail Blazers, Oklahoma City Thunder and Miami Heat had pursued Buycks as a potential third-string point guard, but he ultimately couldn’t pass up the opportunity to back up Kyle Lowry on the Raptors. For the Raptors, Buycks’ defense and playmaking served as enticing factors to give him a chance.

The Oklahoman first reported that Buycks had agreed to be the Raptors’ backup point guard

Good find. The fact that they wanted defense and playmaking makes it all the more understandable that they weren't looking for Nate. And if a team can only offer Nate 3rd string PG duties, he might be just as willing to stay with us (unless the other team offers him considerably more, which seems unlikely for anyone who just wants a 3rd string PG).

On Twitter, I see Nate's name mentioned often alongside the Lakers. It's only from Laker fans wishing to get him, not from credible reports linking them. And the Lakers already have Blake at $4 million, so Nate would be 3rd string there as well. I wonder whether he would take a vet minimum offer from them just to have the chance to charm LA?

All of us have to hope that he won't get offered a role on Miami, or that if offered he wouldn't take it.

[jumpmanjay]

Scratch crappy ass Toronto off the list:

WT:

The Portland Trail Blazers, Oklahoma City Thunder and Miami Heat had pursued Buycks as a potential third-string point guard, but he ultimately couldn’t pass up the opportunity to back up Kyle Lowry on the Raptors. For the Raptors, Buycks’ defense and playmaking served as enticing factors to give him a chance.

The Oklahoman first reported that Buycks had agreed to be the Raptors’ backup point guard

Good find. The fact that they wanted defense and playmaking makes it all the more understandable that they weren't looking for Nate. And if a team can only offer Nate 3rd string PG duties, he might be just as willing to stay with us (unless the other team offers him considerably more, which seems unlikely for anyone who just wants a 3rd string PG).

On Twitter, I see Nate's name mentioned often alongside the Lakers. It's only from Laker fans wishing to get him, not from credible reports linking them. And the Lakers already have Blake at $4 million, so Nate would be 3rd string there as well. I wonder whether he would take a vet minimum offer from them just to have the chance to charm LA?

All of us have to hope that he won't get offered a role on Miami, or that if offered he wouldn't take it.

didn't the lakers also re-sign jordan farmar? or was that only a rumor?

[pylb]

I really don't see why Miami would need him. They don't need shot creation. Hinrich might even be a better fit for them.

[Ben]

Scratch crappy ass Toronto off the list:

WT:

Good find. The fact that they wanted defense and playmaking makes it all the more understandable that they weren't looking for Nate. And if a team can only offer Nate 3rd string PG duties, he might be just as willing to stay with us (unless the other team offers him considerably more, which seems unlikely for anyone who just wants a 3rd string PG).

On Twitter, I see Nate's name mentioned often alongside the Lakers. It's only from Laker fans wishing to get him, not from credible reports linking them. And the Lakers already have Blake at $4 million, so Nate would be 3rd string there as well. I wonder whether he would take a vet minimum offer from them just to have the chance to charm LA?

All of us have to hope that he won't get offered a role on Miami, or that if offered he wouldn't take it.

didn't the lakers also re-sign jordan farmar? or was that only a rumor?

Forgot about that-- yeah, LAL should be off the list.

I really don't see why Miami would need him. They don't need shot creation. Hinrich might even be a better fit for them.

But in the 2nd unit they do, don't they?

[JackFinn]

I was afraid the Lakers would go after Nate. Things are looking up. We just need to see the Teague/Monta/Jennings dominoes fall.

[DuckIII]

Its absolutely nuts that no one has picked him up yet after the season he had last year.

[kyrv]

Hypothetically, if this drags out and Nate doesn't get other offers and ends up signing with the Bulls for the minimum, I'd be a bit concerned that he would be a distraction over the course of the season. He plays with such a chip on his shoulder and I can only imagine what a bitter Nate would start doing on/off the court.

Why would Nate be bitter at Chicago if the Bulls were the only team that made him an offer? He might be even more aggressive in trying to punish other teams though. I doubt he would be an off court issue at all. Seems to be a good locker room guy and get along with everyone on the team.

True, I don't think he'd be bitter AT Chicago, but could see him going rouge in trying to prove himself, play out of the system, etc. Can picture Thibs face now.

Help Nate go rouge, which best suits him?




Also I can't imagine Nate ever taking shots out of the system.




Edit - Ben beat me to it.

Its absolutely nuts that no one has picked him up yet after the season he had last year.

It's insane. I can't believe it.

[Ben]

Help Nate go rouge, which best suits him?



Edit - Ben beat me to it.

You still raise a very good question. Many of those shades fit Nate in one way or another. Adorable, for some. Fabulous, Amusing... Audac(ious).

For me, it's probably Desirable. As a FA, you understand.

[League Circles]

Looks like the greatest athlete in the history of the world will likely be returning to the Bulls on a minimum contract. Yeah, that's how we roll.

[jumpmanjay]

Help Nate go rouge, which best suits him?



Edit - Ben beat me to it.

You still raise a very good question. Many of those shades fit Nate in one way or another. Adorable, for some. Fabulous, Amusing... Audac(ious).

For me, it's probably Desirable. As a FA, you understand.

...Audace matches his busted lip...

[Ralphb07]

I just don't get it, he may still end up getting a MMLE offer, but I am shocked that he has not been swooped up yet.

[mostek]

Not many minimum deals get done, until most of the money has dried up, except ring chasers, and guys coming off amnesty. It should not be a surprise that Nate has not found a deal, yet. I guess nick Young took one, but got to go home, and should get plenty of playing time, at least unto Kobe get back. There are 30 GMs in the league, so at least one will probably eventually get to Nate.

Utah maybe?

Bill Oram: Once/if that happens, Jazz will then want a PG for vet minimum. John Lucas remains a likely option. Twitter @tribjazz

[bad knees]

Oram, a Jazz beat writer (pun intended), says that the Jazz have about $5M in cap space left, and that they are looking to use it to take on a contract and a pick. If they do that, and the contract received is not a PG, they likely will sign JLIII at the vet min. If the contract they receive is a PG, according to Oram the Jazz probably will not sign another PG.

[DASMACKDOWN]

I just don't get it, he may still end up getting a MMLE offer, but I am shocked that he has not been swooped up yet.

Based on the previous offseason, I guess we shouldn't be surprised. We got Nate late in free agency as well for the min.

When you look back at it, its not unusual. Guys like Earl Boykins comes to mind.

[basghetti80]

If the Jazz have 5 mil and want a contract and need a PG who not salary dump Kirk over there and then just MMLE to sign Nate?