Unsigned Free agents

LloydFree · Post #1 » by **LloydFree** » Mon Mar 29, 2021 6:15 pm

The buyout market is drying up. Are there any other veterans out there that could be a 3rd string PF or Center that wouldn't kill us in the playoffs?

Post #2 » by **sixers hoops** » Mon Mar 29, 2021 6:50 pm

LloydFree wrote:The buyout market is drying up. Are there any other veterans out there that could be a 3rd string PF or Center that wouldn't kill us in the playoffs?

It’s crazy to think how good Demarcus Cousins was when traded to NO. Two major injuries later, I imagine he has nothing left or good chance someone would have picked him up.; however, that’s not always the case. I really haven’t seen him play this year.

Dedmon was okay last check.

Post #3 » by **sixers hoops** » Mon Mar 29, 2021 7:02 pm

I actually thought Glenn Robinson was a good fit last year, if still available. Brett was using him as a four in some small lineups. Not sure if Doc could use him.

ivysixer2000 · Post #4 » by **ivysixer2000** » Mon Mar 29, 2021 7:22 pm

Dedmon and Glenn are at least worth a look, if they don't look like Fat Albert with the pandemic.

As for Cousins, I actually have liked this game, problem is I don't think he is quick enough to play the 4 anymore.

ankle420breaker · Post #5 » by **ankle420breaker** » Mon Mar 29, 2021 7:24 pm

True stretch F/C options are scarce. DeMarre Carol and RHJ would both be upgrades over Scott.

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LloydFree · Post #6 » by **LloydFree** » Mon Mar 29, 2021 7:35 pm

ankle420breaker wrote:True stretch F/C options are scarce. DeMarre Carol and RHJ would both be upgrades over Scott.

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RHJ isn't a stretch 4. He's 6'6" and can't hit a shot outside of 5 feet.

ExplosionsInDaSky · Post #7 » by **ExplosionsInDaSky** » Mon Mar 29, 2021 8:15 pm

I voted Cousins for the pro wrestling aspect, but I would rather see us add Dedmon if we're talking backup centers. Truth is, if Embiid can come back healthy, then none of them will really matter.

Murray_17 · Post #8 » by **Murray_17** » Mon Mar 29, 2021 9:09 pm

sixers hoops wrote:
It’s crazy to think how good Demarcus Cousins was when traded to NO. Two major injuries later, I imagine he has nothing left or good chance someone would have picked him up.; however, that’s not always the case. I really haven’t seen him play this year.

He lost almost all of his mobility. He was averaging 8.4 FGA in Houston, of those 4.6 were 3's. That wouldn't be too bad if he's wasn't shooting 33% from 3.

Monix · Post #9 » by **Monix** » Tue Mar 30, 2021 1:00 am

why hasn't Dedmon played this season?

ankle420breaker · Post #10 » by **ankle420breaker** » Tue Mar 30, 2021 1:48 am

LloydFree wrote:
ankle420breaker wrote:True stretch F/C options are scarce. DeMarre Carol and RHJ would both be upgrades over Scott.

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RHJ isn't a stretch 4. He's 6'6" and can't hit a shot outside of 5 feet.

Clearly not a 4. Only suggesting giving him a look considering the market is limited and the likelihood of us landing a legitimate stretch big isn't favorable. I'd still prefer some other options, but at least RHJ is a switchable defender who can be thrown into some small ball lineups. He proved fairly effective in a deep reserve roll for Toronto last year.

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Monix · Post #11 » by **Monix** » Tue Mar 30, 2021 2:23 am

to the initial question...

every one of those guys kills you in the playoffs

Skates · Post #12 » by **Skates** » Tue Mar 30, 2021 3:28 am

At this point signing another guard and playing Simmons more at the 4/5 spots may be a better answer than any of the 4/5 guys left out there.

MoeGreene · Post #13 » by **MoeGreene** » Tue Mar 30, 2021 4:18 am

Skates wrote:At this point signing another guard and playing Simmons more at the 4/5 spots may be a better answer than any of the 4/5 guys left out there.

How about Isiah Thomas?

For the record, I picked Spellman. 2nd choice would be Faried.

Skates · Post #14 » by **Skates** » Tue Mar 30, 2021 4:30 am

The Bucks signed Teague? Do they really need Austin Rivers? Yeah there were issues in LA, but like Tobi he had his best years there. Not a bunch of All Stars on the market, everyone is a few years older now and our team can’t have too many ball handlers who can shoot a bit with decent size.

Ben’s passing from the post has been epic as well.

elchengue20 · Post #15 » by **elchengue20** » Tue Mar 30, 2021 7:01 am

ivysixer2000 wrote:Dedmon and Glenn are at least worth a look, if they don't look like Fat Albert with the pandemic.

As for Cousins, I actually have liked this game, problem is I don't think he is quick enough to play the 4 anymore.

In this pace and space league hes not quick enough to play the 5 anymore, even less the 4.

Thats why nobody wants him, hes basically useless.

M2J · Post #16 » by **M2J** » Tue Mar 30, 2021 7:57 am

Skates wrote:At this point signing another guard and playing Simmons more at the 4/5 spots may be a better answer than any of the 4/5 guys left out there.

Definitely agree that they should play Ben more in that role, but they should be looking for that big wing. Like Glenn Robinson to play with him, as Ben plays some of the 5 spot.

I think they have enough guards with the Hill pick up. Just play Shake more.. If needed.
But, add in George for 20+ and there should be enough opportunity to play Ben in the front court more often.

I think a Glenn Robinson type could be used immediately in the lineup. A guard likely would just be insurance.... Like a 3rd center.

DCasey91 · Post #17 » by **DCasey91** » Tue Mar 30, 2021 8:25 am

Rivers would definetly get minutes on this team

Skates · Post #18 » by **Skates** » Tue Mar 30, 2021 12:05 pm

GR III has been available for a while since the Kings released him, I was surprised he didn’t find a home yet. Not sure he loved it here last year, but new regime in place and all.

ankle420breaker · Post #19 » by **ankle420breaker** » Tue Mar 30, 2021 12:13 pm

Skates wrote:GR III has been available for a while since the Kings released him, I was surprised he didn’t find a home yet. Not sure he loved it here last year, but new regime in place and all.

I was excited when we traded for him, but came away disappointed in his play. Not beating out Scott in the bubble rotation was a let down. The framework is there, but I question how driven he is to succeed at this level. Has to be a reason why he remains unsigned.

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Wilfried · Post #20 » by **Wilfried** » Tue Mar 30, 2021 12:24 pm

Always liked Vonleh

Which Free agent PF or C could help the most