NBA 2008-09 Season

**HD MM** · 02-12-2009 12:35 PM

Originally Posted by Paul Wozniak

If Stoudermire goes to Portland, I would imagine that Aldridge is going to Phoenix.

Oh. Well, that takes the wind out of that trade. Big woop.

**salsadancer7** · 02-12-2009 12:38 PM

Originally Posted by HD MM

Oh. Well, that takes the wind out of that trade. Big woop.

Come on...until it says it's official...there is still plenty of breeze....

**Paul Wozniak** · 02-12-2009 12:45 PM

Originally Posted by HD MM

Oh. Well, that takes the wind out of that trade. Big woop.

I'd make that trade in a minute. I'm still hoping Dumars (Detroit) is still in the mix. I don't see him going to Miami either. Sending Marion back to Phoenix makes no sense to me, and there is no way in hell I would give up Beasley at this stage. It will be interesting to see how this shakes out.

Meanwhile in Detroit, the break couldn't come at a better time. These guys are in a complete meltdown. I think Rasheed is really worn down and I know he is bothered with tendonitis, so a rest is in order. It would help if Johnson and Maxiell were playing better, but there not, and it's causing Curry to overplay McDyess and Wallace.

**salsadancer7** · 02-12-2009 12:48 PM

Originally Posted by Paul Wozniak

I'd make that trade in a minute. I'm still hoping Dumars (Detroit) is still in the mix. I don't see him going to Miami either. Sending Marion back to Phoenix makes no sense to me, and there is no way in hell I would give up Beasley at this stage. It will be interesting to see how this shakes out.

Meanwhile in Detroit, the break couldn't come at a better time. These guys are in a complete meltdown. I think Rasheed is really worn down and I know he is bothered with tendonitis, so a rest is in order. It would help if Johnson and Maxiell were playing better, but there not, and it's causing Curry to overplay McDyess and Wallace.

Well...I DO agree that sending Beasley would be crazy....but EVERYONE is trying to set up for the 2010 free agent frenzy....LOL!

There must be about 10 Lebrons, 10 D.Wades and 10 Boshes in that lot of free agents.....LOL!! EVERYONE seems to think they can "land one...."

**CeltsHD** · 02-12-2009 12:49 PM

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The Celtics are on a long pre/post All-Star game road trip.

Last night: they defeated the Hornets in New Orleans.

Tonight: they play the Mavs in Dallas (9:30pm, TNT).

After the ASB, the C's play in Utah, Phoenix, Denver and LA (Clippers).

They don't return to the Garden until Feb. 27.

**BillD1984** · 02-12-2009 12:53 PM

Originally Posted by CeltsHD

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The Celtics are on a long pre/post All-Star game road trip.

Last night: they defeated the Hornets in New Orleans.

Tonight: they play the Mavs in Dallas (9:30pm, TNT).

After the ASB, the C's play in Utah, Phoenix, Denver and LA (Clippers).

They don't return to the Garden until Feb. 27.

No doubt, this is the Celts toughest stretch of the season.

**CeltsHD** · 02-12-2009 01:27 PM

TNT doubleheader tonight:

7:00pm ET- Heat at Bulls

9:30pm ET- Celtics at Mavericks

**Paul Wozniak** · 02-12-2009 01:37 PM

Originally Posted by salsadancer7

Well...I DO agree that sending Beasley would be crazy....but EVERYONE is trying to set up for the 2010 free agent frenzy....LOL!

There must be about 10 Lebrons, 10 D.Wades and 10 Boshes in that lot of free agents.....LOL!! EVERYONE seems to think they can "land one...."

I'm surprised that Cleveland hasn't surfaced in the mix. I would think one of the best ways of keeping LeBron would be to bring Amare to Cleveland. If that happened, it would certainly tip things in their favor come the playoffs.

**HD MM** · 02-12-2009 01:51 PM

Originally Posted by Paul Wozniak

I'm surprised that Cleveland hasn't surfaced in the mix. I would think one of the best ways of keeping LeBron would be to bring Amare to Cleveland. If that happened, it would certainly tip things in their favor come the playoffs.

1. Amare is a free agent in 2010, the same year LeBron is a FA.

2. The Suns are supposedly asking for a ton in return. (1st round draft picks + legitamite starters + expiring contracts). The only expiring contract we have is Wally Szerbiak.

3. Is mortgaging our future worth breaking up a good thing we have going now? Despite his talent, it would take time for Amare to gell and develop chemisty with his new team. Would Amare mesh with this team quick enough to not suffer any setbacks this year? The way the Cavs look at it is, we have this year and next year to win a Championship. After that, there are no guarantees.

I think it's clear by now, the Cavs are going to dance with the girl they brought.

**Paul Wozniak** · 02-12-2009 02:00 PM

Originally Posted by HD MM

1. Amare is a free agent in 2010, the same year LeBron is a FA.

2. The Suns are supposedly asking for a ton in return. (1st round draft picks + legitamite starters + expiring contracts). The only expiring contract we have is Wally Szerbiak.

3. Is mortgaging our future worth breaking up a good thing we have going now? Despite his talent, it would take time for Amare to gell and develop chemisty with his new team. Would Amare mesh with this team quick enough to not suffer any setbacks this year? The way the Cavs look at it is, we have this year and next year to win a Championship. After that, there are no guarantees.

I think it's clear by now, the Cavs are going to dance with the girl they brought.

Boston had no problem getting Ray Allen and KG into the mix. I think LeBron is one of those players that makes everyone around him better. Stoudemire wouldn't have any problem fitting in, not to mention what this would do for LeBron's game. At any rate, the future is now. Dumar's kept our core together a season or two, too long in hopes of securing another championship. It's a small window, and you have to get through while you can.

I understand the price for Amare to be a young starter, a #1, and a throw away contract. Now that I think of it, the Pistons have all the above. What's Dumar's waiting on?