NBA 2015 | Offseason | 🏀🎪

Okafor's foot speed doesn't even compare to Towns imo

Still... its always worth noting that Kentucky had WCS too. Two GOOD bigs in college isn't fair.

Most important offseason question. Will Elfrid Payton grow his hair back? Dude had a fresh cut and shaved it off.

I like Payton. If he ever gets a shot, and he probably will, he'll be a beast.

By Shun Go To PostMost important offseason question. Will Elfrid Payton grow his hair back? Dude had a fresh cut and shaved it off.

That was an april fools joke I think.

Or it better be

By Shun Go To PostMost important offseason question. Will Elfrid Payton grow his hair back? Dude had a fresh cut and shaved it off.

April's fool joke

I don't blame you for not watching an Orlando game after April 2 tho.

By psychintellect Go To PostApril's fool joke

I don't blame you for not watching an Orlando game after April 2 tho.

As much as I love Vucevic and the potential they have, I ain't got time for that.

Didn't know that was a joke, good.

Speaking of Vucevuc. He always shat one the heat. Multiple 30 point games, 20 rebounds type of shit.

Whiteside locked his ass up and held him to 3 points when they matched up. https://youtu.be/b1WE1FJsLl0

The fact that we got a legit center out of nowhere after needing someone viable at that position for so long and filled our second biggest hole at PG with Dragic. Maybe there's hope.

Towns is better as a prospect than Okafor no question

Okafor is still gud though, real question is how he'll handle doubles in the NBA--if he can't pass out of them he'll be Kevin Seraphin good

Towns had WCS but numbers don't lie. He can be a garbageman and get Orebs and be super Tyson chandler.


No question if Oka is a 20/10 guy Towns will be the same with a lower usage and better on D. Don't think he's Duncan incarnate but being a raw Timmay is pretty amazing.

Im watching Gobert highlights and im ready for next season to start

damn this thread kinda died.

Let's all enjoy Gobert goodness!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nB_SqxTOzAk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yQykFxjlFz0

Nah, we're good.

In important offseason news, YNB is representing the Thunder at the draft lottery. I'm excited to see his choice of clothing.

The Wolves should have Cash Considerations represent them next Tuesday. Glen Taylor's favorite thing.

By rodeoclown Go To PostThe Wolves should have Cash Considerations represent them next Tuesday. Glen Taylor's favorite thing.

Presti should send Trade Exception.

i do hope that someone moves up. detroit maybe

By diehard Go To Postdamn this thread kinda died.

Let's all enjoy Gobert goodness!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nB_SqxTOzAk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yQykFxjlFz0

I like that he's not trying to swat every block into the stands; It also appears he's trying to control where it goes afterwards, sending it to team mates etc. afterwards.

I hope we send Doc so he can be mad salty and confused again

Byron Scott is the Lakers rep....whatever

Trying to talk myself into Devin Booker or Kelly Oubre.

Brb, watching Draft Express "strengths" videos and ignoring the "weaknesses" clips.

Chris Lavert is returning to Michigan for his senior year. Woulda went late first round but he has a long injury history already.

He'll get his degree before he leaves so at least he isn't delusional about how his future could play out.

I tried to go sell myself on Mudiay....aww gawd. He might figure it out down the line but he is gonna be ass for a season or 2.

He shot 57% from FT over his 12 games (27 of 47)

FGA/Points
14 / 15
19 / 24
5 / 7
8 / 6
17 / 23
22 / 24
15 / 22
15 / 16
19 / 22
11 / 10
20 / 29
19 / 18

AVERAGE
15 / 18



No idea why Masud wants this dude, everyone should be frightened by him tbh

also went to HS with Embiid.
#happening

By knux-future Go To Post
also went to HS with Embiid.
#happening

I think more scenarios than not will have Philly taking Russell. If he can get a guarantee and not go to work outs for other top 4ish teams it's pretty close to a sure thing.

Should know by the 21st. Lucky you finally.

By Moris Go To PostI tried to go sell myself on Mudiay….aww gawd. He might figure it out down the line but he is gonna be ass for a season or 2.

He shot 57% from FT over his 12 games (27 of 47)

FGA/Points
14 / 15
19 / 24
5 / 7
8 / 6
17 / 23
22 / 24
15 / 22
15 / 16
19 / 22
11 / 10
20 / 29
19 / 18

AVERAGE
15 / 18



No idea why Masud wants this dude, everyone should be frightened by him tbh

Hey it's not just me. Most mocks still have him ahead of Russel.

TNT isn't bludgeoning me over the head enough with promos for their series.

By masud Go To PostHey it's not just me. Most mocks still have him ahead of Russel.

didn't you want him above any other draftee? I'll gladly eat crow if he turns into elite talent, especially since if LA jumps up a couple spots they'd seemingly snatch him in a second.

MKG is going for the Hornets ;_;

its a big fucking deal because dude has taken huge steps dealing with his speech impediments and anxiety issues ;_;

By Moris Go To Postdidn't you want him above any other draftee? I'll gladly eat crow if he turns into elite talent, especially since if LA jumps up a couple spots they'd seemingly snatch him in a second.

Yeah but I'm biased bc I want a pg (I've been watching the Knicks for 25 years and I've never seen a good, sane pg in a Knicks jersey, shits sad) and I'm cool with drafting a 'project' cause the Knicks arent doing shit for the next 5 years anyway. I wouldn't be upset with any of the top 4 guys though, maybe Okafor.

By masud Go To PostYeah but I'm biased bc I want a pg (I've been watching the Knicks for 25 years and I've never seen a good, sane pg in a Knicks jersey, shits sad) and I'm cool with drafting a 'project' cause the Knicks arent doing shit for the next 5 years anyway. I wouldn't be upset with any of the top 4 guys though, maybe Okafor.

if you ask nicely, you can have kemba

By DY_nasty Go To PostMKG is going for the Hornets ;_;

its a big fucking deal because dude has taken huge steps dealing with his speech impediments and anxiety issues ;_;

Oh, to the lotto? That IS big. Good for him.

New Sixers logos:

They're planning a uniform refresh too. They'll be unveiled June 18th.

digging it.
the one with new under it is best.

looks like Brooklyn and Toronto melons tho.

something tells me Denver is gonna jump up

Hey PhaZe, Lowe wrote an article about your *keikaku* in detail:

http://grantland.com/the-triangle/the-wizards-playoff-kevin-durant/

So the Wolves don't like Winslow or Mudiay. I can't wait for Flip's reaction to the 4th pick in a draft they think has three guys in it. One week!

By rodeoclown Go To PostSo the Wolves don't like Winslow or Mudiay. I can't wait for Flip's reaction to the 4th pick in a draft they think has three guys in it. One week!

Not bad..

By KingGondo Go To PostHey PhaZe, Lowe wrote an article about your *keikaku* in detail:

http://grantland.com/the-triangle/the-wizards-playoff-kevin-durant/

Too many unknown variables. Does KD come back at a high level post injury? Is Westbrook going to defer again after cementing himself as a 1A caliber player? Is Donovan any good as a pro coach? Can the Thunder make a successful playoff run next year?

Taking all the bias out of it, if I'm KD, how we play next year is a huge part of the puzzle. The roster should be the best he's had since the Harden Finals year, so a chip there would obviously make an extension there very appealing because it means everythings finally come together and they've evolved. If not? Then that's a bad sign unless injuries somehow played a part. And there's no guarantee that an MVP caliber, alpha male personality like Westbrook is going to re-up.

At the same time, assuming they don't chip, the question with the Wiz will be if they can have a third straight year of exceeding post season expectations. As well, there will be other suitors.

One thing that's for sure though is that Stars have to be more open minded. Dwight tried to fuck around with the major market game and the Rockets situation moving forward looks worrisome. He didn't even CONSIDER the Wiz as a potential spot--that sort of arrogance gets you what you deserve. There's a lot of up and coming talent in smaller markets that stars would do well to look at.

By Dark PhaZe Go To PostToo many unknown variables. Does KD come back at a high level post injury? Is Westbrook going to defer again after cementing himself as a 1A caliber player? Is Donovan any good as a pro coach? Can the Thunder make a successful playoff run next year?

Health is the main thing.

If we're healthy, we'll be a 60-win team. If not, it really muddies the waters.

Taking all the bias out of it, if I'm KD, how we play next year is a huge part of the puzzle. The roster should be the best he's had since the Harden Finals year, so a chip there would obviously make an extension there very appealing because it means everythings finally come together and they've evolved. If not? Then that's a bad sign unless injuries somehow played a part. And there's no guarantee that an MVP caliber, alpha male personality like Westbrook is going to re-up.

The thing about Westbrook is that KD holds the keys to his future as well. If KD re-signs, there's no way YNB leaves.

At the same time, assuming they don't chip, the question with the Wiz will be if they can have a third straight year of exceeding post season expectations. As well, there will be other suitors.

I do think the Wiz are the most likely destination, but they're behind us at the moment. Our roster is stacked. We're still the 8th-youngest team in the league so we should continue to improve and evolve for years.

One thing that's for sure though is that Stars have to be more open minded. Dwight tried to fuck around with the major market game and the Rockets situation moving forward looks worrisome. He didn't even CONSIDER the Wiz as a potential spot–that sort of arrogance gets you what you deserve. There's a lot of up and coming talent in smaller markets that stars would do well to look at.

Being open-minded is one of KD's strong suits. I don't think he'll hesitate to re-up in OKC if he feels like it's the right place for him. At the end of the day it'll be a basketball decision, but personal comfort also plays a role for a guy like him.

I disagree that Westbrook is a lock to re-up if he hasn't chipped by the time he's a free agent. His most successful regular season, uncoincidentally, came in a year where KD was mostly out of the picture. That can't have slipped his mind. And sure, you're willing to sacrifice individual accolades for team success--but it'll have been 8-9 years by the point that Westbrook is a free agent and he'll have been ringless. KD or no, it's naive to think that he can't go off and win 60 games elsewhere given the sort of teams that will be recruiting him at that point--with promises of him as a first option.

Other than that, I agree that OKC is in the drivers seat, but like I said a lot will depend on if you meet or do not meet expectations next season.

By Dark PhaZe Go To PostI disagree that Westbrook is a lock to re-up if he hasn't chipped by the time he's a free agent. His most successful regular season, uncoincidentally, came in a year where KD was mostly out of the picture. That can't have slipped his mind. And sure, you're willing to sacrifice individual accolades for team success–but it'll have been 8-9 years by the point that Westbrook is a free agent and he'll have been ringless. KD or no, it's naive to think that he can't go off and win 60 games elsewhere given the sort of teams that will be recruiting him at that point–with promises of him as a first option.

Other than that, I agree that OKC is in the drivers seat, but like I said a lot will depend on if you meet or do not meet expectations next season.

Russ saw what life is like as a first option last season. He embraces the role, but he isn't capable of carrying a team to contention by himself. He just wants to win, and his best chance of doing that will be with the Thunder if KD re-ups.

When you add in the fact that he and KD appear to get along personally, I consider it a near-lock that he comes back if KD commits.

RT @WojYahooNBA: New Orleans has fired coach Monty Williams, league sources tell Yahoo Sports.

By rodeoclown Go To PostSo the Wolves don't like Winslow or Mudiay. I can't wait for Flip's reaction to the 4th pick in a draft they think has three guys in it. One week!

WCS coming your way. A lot of teams have him as the fourth guy apparently

After Thibs gets the axe McHale will be the 5th longest tenured coach in the NBA.

YESSSSSSSSSSSSSS.

By KingGondo Go To PostRuss saw what life is like as a first option last season. He embraces the role, but he isn't capable of carrying a team to contention by himself. He just wants to win, and his best chance of doing that will be with the Thunder if KD re-ups.

When you add in the fact that he and KD appear to get along personally, I consider it a near-lock that he comes back if KD commits.

well yea, but teams aren't going to recruiting him to run a scrub team, they may already have a 1B option or 2nd option/quality team ready for him to slot into.

And the Pelicans issue is more roster than coaching imo, but removing Monty should help

By Moris Go To PostAfter Thibs gets the axe McHale will be the 5th longest tenured coach in the NBA.

Impressive.

Pels have to be Thibs' first choice right? Very curious to see what he can do with the Asik/AD front court.

By Dark PhaZe Go To Postwell yea, but teams aren't going to recruiting him to run a scrub team, they may already have a 1B option or 2nd option/quality team ready for him to slot into.

I'm just saying, it would be really hard for YNB to leave if KD is committed for the future, no matter what other teams are pitching.

By KingGondo Go To PostI'm just saying, it would be really hard for YNB to leave if KD is committed for the future, no matter what other teams are pitching.

Depends on KD's health, if KD stays, that new coach, how Presti handles the roster.

YN is far from a lock I think.

By Dark PhaZe Go To PostPels have to be Thibs' first choice right? Very curious to see what he can do with the Asik/AD front court.

he can run them into the ground.....