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Raja Bell pops out. Are the Cats really shopping him?
Since so many of you think a trade is likely how long of a wait do you think we're looking at before we hear about it?
Raja Bell pops out. Are the Cats really shopping him?
just a not so quick rundown:
i like raja well enough. im not sure he fits a big enough need to give the asset(s) necessary to acquire him though (i doubt the cats move him for other expirings straight up).
i dont think okc is looking to move thabo. and as above, im not sure hes worth the asset(s) necessary to pull the move off.
i like foster, and if they are looking to dump him, sure. i dont see him as a need at this point though.
im not sure the clippers are too inclined to move camby after successfully dumping randolph. but he would probably be worth it even at a slightly higher cost now.
i have always liked murphy, but i dont think its fair to expect the spurs to bring in that kind of salary after everything they have already done. the same goes for both chapu and diaw (who actually has 3yrs/27 mil left on his deal). i like both of their games, but thats a good bit of cash for a team that is already spending like a drunken sailor.
I like Bell. He works hard and he can knock down shots, although our offense is the least of my worries. I didn't know he was only due $5 million. For a Bowen replacement for certain matchups, I think he could work well for us.
Bell would be a good defender who has shown a knack for getting in Kobe's head a bit. A flopper to boot, he'd be a natural fit on the Spurs.
Diaw is interesting because he's such a matchup nightmare and might actually counter the one advantage the Lakers will hold if Odom signs. Diaw is of similar size and height as Odom with a skill set that resembles Odom's as well.
He's been inconsistent more often than not, but, when focused, he's a of a player, just like Odom. That's enough to convince me.
I'd like either of those players if the Spurs are in the market for another swing player. If I had to choose, I'd take Diaw as he's only 27 and a countrymen and friend of Parker's.
I doubt that Bell hates the Spurs considering that his fellow countryman and friend plays for the Spurs, namely one Tim Duncan.
Sure. But I don't think Battier is available?
So no one will complain about Bell (or whoever) taking away minutes from the youngsters?
My only concern now is if TP goes down, there is no true backup at the point, offensively.
Bonner/Finley for Diaw would be amazing! I think the Spurs have enough wings...they can always get Bowen, if all else fails. Diaw would be a great option for us off the bench!
Battier is available they been shopping him along with tmac its just the fact of houston trading him to us
im pretty sure battier wouldn't mind houston is just down the road
i wouldnt mind raja bell,good defender can knock down the 3
wish we could of kept this kid back in the days him and bowen would of been a scary duo with duncan in the middle
Diaw Like Odom when on their game can be one of the toughest matchups in the league. And be one of the best bench player as well. He will give you twenty one night and 4 the next. But as long as its off the bench i'm fine with that.
Is Charlotte under the cap?
Finley and Bonner for Diaw doesn't work. One of our young prospects, cash considerations or draft picks, or a combination of the three may be needed to get Diaw.
Battier is also a great option, although, for the matchup reasons provided, I'd still take Diaw.
There's no way we'd get Thabo Sefolosha.
James Jones?
I don't think Houston's shopping Battier, but who knows with the Ariza signing.
That's why I asked if they were under the cap.
Just Finley/Bonner isn't enough. I had to add Mason and Williams to make it work. It's possible they would have to add Mahinmi instead of Williams.
Not much enthusiasm for Battier... WTF? He's EXACTLY what we need, the trade works for Finley and Bonner (and throw in a pick to get it done), and apparently he's available. I'd jump all over that ! He'd be our guy to throw at Kobe/Pierce/VC/Roy/etc.
Once again, it was PHILACHAMBERLAIN'S idea (I never steal cred):
http://spurstalk.com/forums/showthre...=130786&page=4This is actually not out of the question. battier is in his 30s and has 2 years left on his contract. With the Rockets possibly losing yao forever they will likely want to get a 2010 free agent and need to create that space. So I am thinking battier or Scola or both will be in trade talks for this up coming season. I just hope the Rockets will help us out.
I wouldnt expect them to do anything before february...at that point, there will be teams, that want to call it a season and trade for expirings, because they su§$ed more than they thought.
if TP goes down in the regular season we should be good enough to reach the playoffs nontheless...if he goes down in the playoffs, we will not go all the way anyway!
I'd like to add one more big via trade: Diaw or Camby are perfect...I dont like us signing Bell...rather give those minutes to Hill (and maybe Malik/McClinton)...and if not that, we have to take Bruce over Bell!
Not much enthusiasm cause the rockets aren't dumb enough to trade a good plAyer within the division.
What about Dahntay Jones? He made $797,581 last year, maybe he would come over for the LLE. (He is an UFA)
Bell would be great especially if he clothes lined kobe again
I think Battier is probably the most overrated defender in the league. He had one good game against Kobe two years ago and it became legendary. That said, of course you trade Finley and Bonner for him.
I think they might trade for a point guard though. We have a bunch of guys who can play backup point in a pinch, but the Spurs may want more than that.
i love battier, but dont see that hes available; not for what we have to offer (expirings + low value assets), and especially not to us (doubtful they pick the spurs as a trade partner if value is even close somewhere else). just cant see it happening.
Nevermind he has singed with the Pacers....
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