Official: Pacers Sign Rodney Stuckey (page 2)

Post #1 » by **Jake0890** » Wed Jul 2, 2014 4:09 pm

[tweet]https://twitter.com/CandaceDBuckner/status/484363632705167360[/tweet]

Detroit has moved on from him it seems, but Stuckey has declined pretty hard recently. Don't think he's starting caliber anymore.

Edited title to reflect signing on 7/16. - Scoot McGroot

Moooose · Post #2 » by **Moooose** » Wed Jul 2, 2014 4:49 pm

^ He had a decent season last year, but yeah, he's not a starter type IMO. Still no perimeter shooting. Would be a good scorer of the bench though.

MNPacersfan · Post #3 » by **MNPacersfan** » Wed Jul 2, 2014 5:32 pm

I was really excited to see this. He's an outstanding ball-handler and could be a really nice 15 minute guy alongside CJ Watson. Watson was the only quality handle in the 2nd unit last year.
I worry a lot about the Pacers lack of handling ability. And decision making ability... I worry...

Wizop · Post #4 » by **Wizop** » Wed Jul 2, 2014 5:43 pm

if we're signing a small guard, I'd want someone with enough speed to stay in from of Teague.

Post #5 » by **Scoot McGroot** » Wed Jul 2, 2014 8:34 pm

Apparently, Stuckey is still meeting with the Pacers tomorrow. Don't know why, as we only have vet minimum left to use. Unless we orchestrate a S&T.

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8305 · Post #6 » by **8305** » Wed Jul 2, 2014 9:11 pm

Maybe Detroit likes Copeland? Might explain some of the other moves to get shooters?

Post #7 » by **Scoot McGroot** » Wed Jul 2, 2014 9:55 pm

8305 wrote:Maybe Detroit likes Copeland? Might explain some of the other moves to get shooters?

That wouldn't get us room to keep Lance. At that point, I'd rather keep Cope.

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SmashMouthRod · Post #8 » by **SmashMouthRod** » Wed Jul 2, 2014 9:55 pm

I dont think Stuckey fits. I would prefer Jameer Nelson.

basketballwacko2 · Post #9 » by **basketballwacko2** » Wed Jul 2, 2014 11:28 pm

Scoot McGroot wrote:Apparently, Stuckey is still meeting with the Pacers tomorrow. Don't know why, as we only have vet minimum left to use. Unless we orchestrate a S&T.

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OMG what if we end up with Josh Smith? :lol:

Post #10 » by **Jake0890** » Thu Jul 3, 2014 12:15 am

Scoot McGroot wrote:Apparently, Stuckey is still meeting with the Pacers tomorrow. Don't know why, as we only have vet minimum left to use. Unless we orchestrate a S&T.

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No meeting tomorrow:

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8305 · Post #11 » by **8305** » Thu Jul 3, 2014 12:49 am

Scoot McGroot wrote:
8305 wrote:Maybe Detroit likes Copeland? Might explain some of the other moves to get shooters?

That wouldn't get us room to keep Lance. At that point, I'd rather keep Cope.

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I don't think we have interest in Stuckey if we're able to resign Lance. But, if we don't Pacers need another 2 who can handle the ball. Stuckey fits that description. Wouldn't be shocked if the meeting was postponed until Lance's situation clears. Heck, maybe it's a good sign. Not much to discuss if Lance is coming back, lots to talk about if he isn't.

Post #12 » by **Scoot McGroot** » Thu Jul 3, 2014 12:58 am

There's no way to get Stuckey except in a S&T via Lance or the Granger TPE. We've used the MLE and the BAE. There's only vet minimums if we are signing them. Otherwise, it has to be a trade.

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8305 · Post #13 » by **8305** » Thu Jul 3, 2014 2:03 am

Is there a reason a sign and trade of Stuckey (signed for 3 mil/ yr) can't be traded straight up for Copeland? Assuming we know Lance is no longer attainable.

Post #14 » by **Scoot McGroot** » Thu Jul 3, 2014 2:08 pm

8305 wrote:Is there a reason a sign and trade of Stuckey (signed for 3 mil/ yr) can't be traded straight up for Copeland? Assuming we know Lance is no longer attainable.

It hurts our depth at the big spots, especially since we may have to still waive Scola. Also, would Detroit even want Copeland? They already have a glut at the PF spot that they are having trouble clearing up. Can't imagine they want to add to it.

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Post #15 » by **Jake0890** » Thu Jul 3, 2014 4:12 pm

[tweet]https://twitter.com/Chris_Broussard/status/484711577648910338[/tweet]

Scoot was right. I guess this ends that.

Wizop · Post #16 » by **Wizop** » Thu Jul 3, 2014 4:17 pm

Stuckey was making about the same money we are offering Lance. I don't see how we'd want him unless he took a big pay cut. we do have trade exemptions though which would let us do some deals without the money being equal.

Post #17 » by **Scoot McGroot** » Thu Jul 3, 2014 6:05 pm

Wizop wrote:Stuckey was making about the same money we are offering Lance. I don't see how we'd want him unless he took a big pay cut. we do have trade exemptions though which would let us do some deals without the money being equal.

No matter where he goes, Stuckey is taking a big paycut. Joe Dumars ain't handing out contracts this summer.

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ripchard32 · Post #18 » by **ripchard32** » Wed Jul 16, 2014 5:24 pm

TAKE HIM NOW!!!! FOR FREE!!!! PLEASE!!!!!

mikepacernation · Post #19 » by **mikepacernation** » Wed Jul 16, 2014 6:13 pm

What a big step down to go from lance to stuckey

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MNPacersfan · Post #20 » by **MNPacersfan** » Wed Jul 16, 2014 6:14 pm

http://www.hoopsrumors.com/2014/07/pace ... uckey.html