By reilo Go To PostYou are truly a Knicks fan. Dat persecution complex.
ehh knicks might of whiffed on a marquee FA. It could be worse though
#BlazersGotFucked
By The Frankman Go To PostWhat persecution? Stop making up narratives for a second. I've said many times the man should go back to Portland real talk. If he's going to be flighty and seemingly not care about winning then hey, why shouldn't Knicks give it a shot? But let's be real about it, he either didn't get the money figure he wanted (max) or he was using them to drive up more interest. Dude is now apparently setting up meeting with teams that can't even sign him wtf?
By The FrankmanLMA be like "… for the Knicks? LOL go kick rocks you old clown."Right there?
By Zeus Ex Machina Go To Postehh knicks might of whiffed on a marquee FA. It could be worse thoughWe could've signed Amare and Carmelo to a max?
#BlazersGotFucked
How are these people in their job? A cursory glance at LMA's whole career could have told you the dude isn't interested at playing center and isn't interested in building a brand. This can be gleamed fairly quickly from his decisions if not outright said so in interviews. Jesus fucking christ. These people basically sign off on paying other people millions and their heads are so far up their own asses.
By reilo Go To PostRight there?
We could've signed Amare and Carmelo to a max?
Hey at least it would fill up some of the gaps between lillard and Davis on your roster
*LaMarcus walks into meeting with Byron and Mitch*
Byron: Welcome Mr. Aldridge
Mitch: We'd just like to say that we don't think you're a good fit for our roster and we will be ending any and all negotiations with you and your representatives and that's is 100% completely and totally our decision.
Byron: Welcome Mr. Aldridge
Mitch: We'd just like to say that we don't think you're a good fit for our roster and we will be ending any and all negotiations with you and your representatives and that's is 100% completely and totally our decision.
By Zeus Ex Machina Go To PostHey at least it would fill up some of the gaps between lillard and Davis on your rosterHey at least there's less than 12 roster spots to fill for my team.
By reilo Go To PostHey at least there's less than 12 roster spots to fill for my team.
that's your come back?
ok
By Zeus Ex Machina Go To Postthat's your come back?I mean, like, what am I supposed to say when Frankman goes all Frankmad and catches feelings because Phil Jackson is a dummy and his pitch to LaMarcus was for him to play center in the triangle? A cursory Google search would've revealed he hates playing the position, but that obviously means LaMarcus isn't cut out for this league and he was a big meanie to the Knicks or something.
ok
LAL: so we're going to build you a brand, but the team, well Kobe still here
LMA: PASS
NYK: so we're working on this thing where you play center...
LMA: MEETING OVER
Idiots.
LMA: PASS
NYK: so we're working on this thing where you play center...
LMA: MEETING OVER
Idiots.
By fertygo Go To Postyou using same excuses to justify some of your signing homieNo even close to using the same reasoning.
120 mil for Brandon Knight and 32 year old center brehs
We wouldn't have snatched Larkin from the Knicks if we weren't shipping out one of the other, older point guards.
When Vlade strikes out on everyone I wonder how many assets he'll give us for Deron's contract.
When Vlade strikes out on everyone I wonder how many assets he'll give us for Deron's contract.
Also, shipping out Marcus is ... odd. The other two don't matter though. (Pretty sure Granger will be mad though, he was probably hoping for PHX MED MIRACLES).
But its a weird move to make with out LMA's agreement.
But its a weird move to make with out LMA's agreement.
By Forever Go To PostWe wouldn't have snatched Larkin from the Knicks if we weren't shipping out one of the other, older point guards.
When Vlade strikes out on everyone I wonder how many assets he'll give us for Deron's contract.
Idk about snatched but I like the pickup.
Derons contract tho... Lol
lakers need to check their PR people. She catches feelings over the Lakers getting ripped in the media but retweets this?
It's going great, we got Afflalo and maybe even will get Lin.
... frankie where's the bleach.
By h3ro Go To PostIt's not been a good off season even for Laker Shills.
lakers need to check their PR people. She catches feelings over the Lakers getting ripped in the media but retweets this?
Mike Ortiz Jr. @xOrtiz4xsounds like lakers just want to save face. LMA probably just left his wallet in el segundo or something and lakers are using this opportunity.
Sources: Lakers reached out to Aldridge to clear air on pics/tweets involving LAtoLA campaign. They requested 2nd visit to make things right
Mike Ortiz Jr. @xOrtiz4x
Sources: LaMarcus Aldridge instigated meeting with Miami, which is why Pat Riley is flying to Los Angeles to meet him.
Mike Ortiz Jr. @xOrtiz4x
Cont. Word is that's where Aldridge wants to play at as he saw what Miami management did with big 3 to make them title winners/contenders.
Mike Ortiz Jr. @xOrtiz4x
Though it's not a done deal just yet. Aldridge still wants to hear Miami out. A lot could change if meeting doesn't goes as planned.
The PF and Center positions are interchangeable in the triangle. Heck, all the damn positions are interchangeable.
A whole lot of people indicating lack of basic knowledge, cool.
And, if Aldridge insists that he will never tolerate a team playing small ball with his 6'10 ass at C, that team can't adjust or be competitive.
Aldridge seems like a dummy, meeting with Riley when SA is sitting there. But now the entire internet seems dumb too.
A whole lot of people indicating lack of basic knowledge, cool.
And, if Aldridge insists that he will never tolerate a team playing small ball with his 6'10 ass at C, that team can't adjust or be competitive.
Aldridge seems like a dummy, meeting with Riley when SA is sitting there. But now the entire internet seems dumb too.
By K@do Go To Postlololol. that's a good young core.
fuck FAs.
#tank4top3
Which 2 will be on better teams in 4 years?
Bosh played center in Miami's small ball lineup. TD plays center in Spurs', Draymond Green does in GStates.
LMA is a bonafied dumbass if he hasn't figured this out by now
LMA is a bonafied dumbass if he hasn't figured this out by now
By reilo Go To PostRT @WojYahooNBA: Aldridge felt first meeting with Lakers was too focused on non-basketball (Hollywood, branding, etc) and Lakers want to rectify it.
You can't make this shit up.
I've watched the Lakers for 20 years. Thank GOD fucking NBA league pass and the summer league games being available to watch opened my eyes to the Warriors and other teams in general. Watching this train wreck which started 4 years ago is some depressing shit.
By ratcliffja Go To PostIf LMA goes to Miami, are they moving Bosh to center?They can't afford him regardless.
Bosh, White, Dragic. and wades cap hold.
By ratcliffja Go To PostIf LMA goes to Miami, are they moving Bosh to center?
I just don't understand how LMA to Miami is even possible with their cap situation. Even if they let DWade walk, it would still require a sign and trade, and I can't imagine Portland being willing to take on anything Miami would part with.
Although I guess it might be better than letting Aldridge walk for nothing.
By giririsss Go To PostThey can't afford him regardless.
Bosh, White, Dragic. and wades cap hold.
sign and trade for wade
If heat pick up Aldridge, I want you all to bow before your lord and savior Pat Riley. I don't even understand how that would work for the team though. We have Bosh already playing PF, so I guess maybe do a sign and trade with Deng, Mcroberts and Birdman and move him around? I honestly don't know...
Also motherfucking lol at the Lakers.
Also motherfucking lol at the Lakers.
By purvispisgah Go To PostI just don't understand how LMA to Miami is even possible with their cap situation. Even if they let DWade walk, it would still require a sign and trade, and I can't imagine Portland being willing to take on anything Miami would part with.Maybe a package centered on Whiteside and Deng?
Although I guess it might be better than letting Aldridge walk for nothing.
ramona shelbourne saying the lakers are waiting on LMA and deandre to make a decision before going after other players.
the mitch and jim show y'all.
the mitch and jim show y'all.
By K@do Go To Postramona shelbourne saying the lakers are waiting on LMA and deandre to make a decision before going after other players.How many years left before one of them resigns?
the mitch and jim show y'all.
By giririsss Go To PostAlso, shipping out Marcus is … odd. The other two don't matter though. (Pretty sure Granger will be mad though, he was probably hoping for PHX MED MIRACLES).Well with his court drama and all that it might be addition by subtraction, unfortunately it might cost us markieff as a result. More minutes for warren though which im all for
But its a weird move to make with out LMA's agreement.
By Forever Go To PostMaybe a package centered on Whiteside and Deng?That would be the best case scenario for the Blazers for sure (assuming Whiteside isn't a lunatic - not a certainty), but why would Miami do that? Unless they know for sure Whiteside is gone next year, he's one of the biggest bargains in the league for next season.
By giririsss Go To PostHow many years left before one of them resigns?i think jeannie buss mentioned that they have until the 2018 season to be a contender (or playoff team) or else she's cleaning house, including mitch and jim.
By purvispisgah Go To PostThat would be the best case scenario for the Blazers for sure (assuming Whiteside isn't a lunatic - not a certainty), but why would Miami do that? Unless they know for sure Whiteside is gone next year, he's one of the biggest bargains in the league for next season.
We aren't giving up Whiteside, hell nah.
They'll probably try and start with Deng, Mcroberts and Birdman.. and Portland will probably want Justise Winslow.
RT @Dame_Lillard: Thank you so much to @PaulGAllen and the @trailblazers organization I'll be in #RipCity 6 more years! Oakland to Ogden to Oregon..TO STAY 🎬
By SamuraiX- Go To Postnot a bad replacement for PlumleeA shorter Plumlee with less bbiq but yeah, pleased with this.
Tim Reynolds @ByTimReynolds 1m1 minute ago
FLASH: Dwyane Wade accepts deal to stay with Miami Heat, source tells The Associated Press.
South Beach's Long National Nightmare is Ovah
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Wade deal: $20 million, one-year deal, source tells AP.
FLASH: Dwyane Wade accepts deal to stay with Miami Heat, source tells The Associated Press.
South Beach's Long National Nightmare is Ovah
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Wade deal: $20 million, one-year deal, source tells AP.
By pkaz01 Go To PostWell with his court drama and all that it might be addition by subtraction, unfortunately it might cost us markieff as a result. More minutes for warren though which im all forTBH, their court stuff sounds like bit of a beat up.
But i know Hornacek was getting sick of all the immaturity and techs last year.
By K@do Go To Postramona shelbourne saying the lakers are waiting on LMA and deandre to make a decision before going after other players.Please kill me.
the mitch and jim show y'all.
finally Wade got paid
interesting that this happens on the heels of LMA considering them
Riles trying to use Wade as bait lol
interesting that this happens on the heels of LMA considering them
Riles trying to use Wade as bait lol
By reilo Go To PostRT @Dame_Lillard: Thank you so much to @PaulGAllen and the @trailblazers organization I'll be in #RipCity 6 more years! Oakland to Ogden to Oregon..TO STAY 🎬I'm sorry.
On Wade:
God damnit. A one year deal? We gotta deal with this shit again next year? Ugh...
I'm surprised Dwyane wanted a one year deal without the security of a guaranteed paycheck given his busted knees.