Suns Acquire Isaiah Thomas- 4 years, 27 million

Sun Scorched · Post #201 » by **Sun Scorched** » Mon Jul 21, 2014 4:25 pm

Honestly, when I watch Thomas' highlights, it reminds me of Leandro Barbosa, with a more complete offensive game. I know the general consensus is that Thomas is or can be a black hole on offense, and I can see that, but I'm very impressed with his range of offensive moves. Pretty impressive and no doubt he will be a fan favorite.

Isaiah Thomas - 13/14 Highlights
http://youtu.be/nR0jl3ClgM0

STEV13 · Post #202 » by **STEV13** » Mon Jul 21, 2014 5:22 pm

Glad to have a player who's just so enthusiastic to be here. Welcome IT!

PhxSuns1 · Post #203 » by **PhxSuns1** » Mon Jul 21, 2014 5:39 pm

Sun Scorched wrote:Honestly, when I watch Thomas' highlights, it reminds me of Leandro Barbosa, with a more complete offensive game. I know the general consensus is that Thomas is or can be a black hole on offense, and I can see that, but I'm very impressed with his range of offensive moves. Pretty impressive and no doubt he will be a fan favorite.

Isaiah Thomas - 13/14 Highlights
http://youtu.be/nR0jl3ClgM0

He is a much better passer than Barbosa was, and he is also better at creating his own outside shots.

JDLAW · Post #204 » by **JDLAW** » Mon Jul 21, 2014 5:52 pm

bwgood77 wrote:It sure is night and day between IT and Bledsoe and their reactions. I can't remember exactly what Bledsoe said when he was traded, but it didn't seem like he was overly excited (I know that doesn't tend to be his personality, but nonetheless it's night and day what it seems like their enthusiasm is to be on the Suns).

Bledsoe was leaving a playoff team - some suggest a contender for a team with a rookie head coach and one that had won 25 games the pervious season and was projected to be even worse. This was the information he had to go on when he arrived. I can understand his lack of enthusiasm at the time.

On the other hand IT is leaving a team what won 25 games for one that won 28 games and had chemistry issues for a team that had great chemistry and won 48 games with a guard oriented attack. I would be enthusiastic also if i could escape Sacramento.

Revived · Post #205 » by **Revived** » Mon Jul 21, 2014 6:08 pm

PhxSuns1 wrote:
SF88 wrote:
PhxSuns1 wrote:Anyone know when IT's press conference is going to be?

He's not having one.

Ahh really? Damn.

Nevermind he's having one today. Sorry.

Post #206 » by **bwgood77** » Mon Jul 21, 2014 6:52 pm

JDLAW wrote:
bwgood77 wrote:It sure is night and day between IT and Bledsoe and their reactions. I can't remember exactly what Bledsoe said when he was traded, but it didn't seem like he was overly excited (I know that doesn't tend to be his personality, but nonetheless it's night and day what it seems like their enthusiasm is to be on the Suns).

Bledsoe was leaving a playoff team - some suggest a contender for a team with a rookie head coach and one that had won 25 games the pervious season and was projected to be even worse. This was the information he had to go on when he arrived. I can understand his lack of enthusiasm at the time.

On the other hand IT is leaving a team what won 25 games for one that won 28 games and had chemistry issues for a team that had great chemistry and won 48 games with a guard oriented attack. I would be enthusiastic also if i could escape Sacramento.

I guess that makes sense, but I also think he wanted the opportunity to start which he'd never get in LA. At the time it sounded like he thought he was going to Orlando (who was worse) and was disappointed he ended up in Phx. But I can understand a lack of enthusiasm. But what kind of contract could he have expected had he stayed in LA last year?

Post #207 » by **TASTIC** » Mon Jul 21, 2014 7:02 pm

What time is this presser on? Thought it was noon - isn't that now in Phoenix??

CiMa · Post #208 » by **CiMa** » Mon Jul 21, 2014 7:35 pm

He's a good pickup and Bledsoe's replacement, he doesn't want to be here.

King Bynum · Post #209 » by **King Bynum** » Mon Jul 21, 2014 7:50 pm

Kinda cool he'll be wearing #3. Now the Suns will have #1-#4 reserved only for point guards.

(That's assuming Ennis will play with #4 during the season also, not only in the SL. Can't be sure though, maybe you guys retired it for Gortat. :wink:

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Post #210 » by **Qwigglez** » Mon Jul 21, 2014 9:08 pm

Not sure if you guys seen this but IT's numbers are very similar, and in some stats better than Kyrie Irving.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=htiURZVuoks

Jarlaxle0204 · Post #211 » by **Jarlaxle0204** » Mon Jul 21, 2014 10:37 pm

I really liked how genuine he sounded during his presser. I think he's going to be a great addition to the team. Can't wait to see this team in action next year.

Post #212 » by **bwgood77** » Mon Jul 21, 2014 11:17 pm

Qwigglez wrote:Not sure if you guys seen this but IT's numbers are very similar, and in some stats better than Kyrie Irving.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=htiURZVuoks

I think Kyrie is probably the most overrated player in the league. Funny thing is, the ONE thing he is really good at, is ISO, which is not really something you want or need to pair with LeBron. He is a terrible spot up shooter, which is also not really a good trait to have when playing with LeBron.

What's interesting about this video, is that it was done before last season, and Isaiah Thomas was MUCH better this past year and Kyrie was worse.

Check out their comparison this past year. IT has a much better fg % and more assists. They are pretty close in most of the other categories. IT also has a better PER and TS%.

http://bkref.com/tiny/vXRZF

Post #213 » by **Qwigglez** » Mon Jul 21, 2014 11:38 pm

I think Kyrie is just more flashy, but he isn't much of a PG at all.

Blackification · Post #214 » by **Blackification** » Tue Jul 22, 2014 12:38 am

Is it wrong that Isaiah is already one of my favorites?

and who let that fan blogger Dave King from Bright side ask a question during the presser. He has no sources!

I think its cute that our guards wear 1, 2, and now thomas is 3. Did he do that on purpose or has that been his number?

aIvin adams · Post #215 » by **aIvin adams** » Tue Jul 22, 2014 12:57 am

Blackification wrote:Is it wrong that Isaiah is already one of my favorites?

and who let that fan blogger Dave King from Bright side ask a question during the presser. He has no sources!

I think its cute that our guards wear 1, 2, and now thomas is 3. Did he do that on purpose or has that been his number?

nope. IT is awesome. he's one of my favorites too

Dave King seems like a hardworking guy. I used to love BSotS I just came back here because realgm works better on my ipod

hopefully DK wasn't the guy who asked that question about Bledsoe (after Horny already made it clear questions should be directed to/about IT and Tolliver). but if that was him then i'm sure he'll learn from his mistake, he's prolly new to pressers. i would be nervous if i were him. anyway BSotS is a great site.

Blackification · Post #216 » by **Blackification** » Tue Jul 22, 2014 1:01 am

aIvin adams wrote:
Blackification wrote:Is it wrong that Isaiah is already one of my favorites?

and who let that fan blogger Dave King from Bright side ask a question during the presser. He has no sources!

I think its cute that our guards wear 1, 2, and now thomas is 3. Did he do that on purpose or has that been his number?

nope. IT is awesome. he's one of my favorites too

Dave King seems like a hardworking guy. I used to love BSotS I just came back here because realgm works better on my ipod

hopefully DK wasn't the guy who asked that question about Bledsoe (after Horny already made it clear questions should be directed to/about IT and Tolliver). but if that was him then i'm sure he'll learn from his mistake, he's prolly new to pressers. i would be nervous if i were him. anyway BSotS is a great site.

Haha my post was mostly sarcasm. No it definitely wasn't him. That guy had a nasally voice and I don't know who it was but McD put the smack down on him. He seemed legitimately pissed that the guy asked such a stupid question.

BurningHeart · Post #217 » by **BurningHeart** » Tue Jul 22, 2014 2:10 am

I love players who love to be on the team I root for.

Welcome, Isaiah.

Jdiddy701 · Post #218 » by **Jdiddy701** » Tue Jul 22, 2014 2:13 am

That was an awesome press conference. Changed my feelings towards both.

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Post #219 » by **TASTIC** » Tue Jul 22, 2014 7:34 am

Elliot Perry had a nice stretch here as a fan favourite, everyone roots for the little guy - except Thomas can drop 30 on any give night.

(Except Nate Robinson. I hate that guy).

Thomas will be awesome for us, another potential 6th man of the year candidate.

DRK · Post #220 » by **DRK** » Tue Jul 22, 2014 9:09 am

Heres another ball for you dogs to go fetch.

2005-2006 Mike James.

Averaged 20 points and 6 assists on the Toronto Raptors.

Mike James (2005/2006):

19.7PPG, 3.2RPG, 5.7APG, 46.9 FG%, 44.2% 3PFG%
WS/48: 0.125
TS%: 58.3%
ORT: 115
DRG: 115

Isaiah Thomas (2013-2014):
21.1PPG, 3.0RPG, 6.5APG, 45.3% FG%, 34.9% 3PFG%
WS/48: 0.149
TS%: 57.4%
ORT: 114
DRG: 111

Tear it to bits boys.

http://www.basketball-reference.com/pla ... nced::none