Tall athletic small foward available

[Beaverfuzz]

Just a rumor from a friend in Portland. I don't put stock until it gets some press so that is why I asked the way I did.

Your friend in Portland is smoking the wacky stuff. Miles is stuck in Portland.

[Russ]

I wouldn't mind having him. A change of scenery is what that guy needs.

Yeah, it's rough living on Mars.

[RuffnReadyOzStyle]

Why do posters ignore the PERSON inside the PLAYER!? The reason that many talented sportspeople don't make the most of their physical talent is their mind, and Miles is a perfect example of this. The whole "change of scene might reform him" way of thinking is DELUDING YOURSELF. Once people get to their 20s, their essential character does not change, and Miles is a wastrel.

Miles is THE ULTIMATE CANCER. He could even destroy the Spurs' chemistry, that's how bad he is. Remember when Rodman destroyed us in the playoffs with his at ude alone - Miles has the same destructive powers.

You have to read this interview with him at the end of the season (link courtesy of JR from Pittsburg in a Bill Simmons chat):

http://www.oregonlive.com/weblogs/b...es/2006_04.html

(note - you have to scroll down a bit to find the interview, but it is well worthwhile... high on the unintentional comedy factor)

Miles is a seriously delusional man.

Even for 3 scrubs, I wouldn't touch him with his mental illness and 35mil contract.

[ChumpDumper]

I would much rather invite Ebi to camp than take on this guy's contract.

[Rick Von Braun]

You have to read this interview with him at the end of the season (link courtesy of JR from Pittsburg in a Bill Simmons chat):

http://www.oregonlive.com/weblogs/b...es/2006_04.html

The link doesn't work.. could you post the right link?

Thanks!

[RuffnReadyOzStyle]

Try this one. You have to scroll down a bit for the interview:

http://www.oregonlive.com/weblogs/bl...s/2006_04.html

[Doc Jerome]

Just say Nooooooooo!

[mabber]

He had a change of scenery before and it didnt do much of anything. The guy is lazy and worthless.

Exactly. I'd love for the Spurs to get him.

[Rick Von Braun]

Try this one. You have to scroll down a bit for the interview:

http://www.oregonlive.com/weblogs/bl...s/2006_04.html

Whooaa! The guy has some serious issues.

Thanks for the link.

[Sway]

This guy has more mental issues than Artest.

[exstatic]

I would much rather invite Ebi to camp than take on this guy's contract.

Ebi is more the "long three" that the Spurs are seeking, and if you are considering players with "issues", Woods is cheaper, a better shooter, and his issues have never been "team" issues like Miles.

[RuffnReadyOzStyle]

Woods could be another Jax - a reclaimation prospect who only has one strike against him thus far.

Miles has, what, 3 or 4? Write him off, he'll never be what he should have been.

[mavsfan1000]

You should go after Jeffries. I heard the Wizards will let him go.

[Solid D]

The Bobcats are trying to decide between Melvin Ely and Walter Herrmann for their last roster spot. If they keep Ely, Herrmann either plays in Europe again or some other NBA team might get themselves a very talented, experienced SF with size. He's not that great of an outside shooter, but he plays with a measure of fire and desire on the court.

[Rick Von Braun]

The Bobcats are trying to decide between Melvin Ely and Walter Herrmann for their last roster spot. If they keep Ely, Herrmann either plays in Europe again or some other NBA team might get themselves a very talented, experienced SF with size. He's not that great of an outside shooter, but he plays with a measure of fire and desire on the court.

For what I read somewhere, Hermann to Bobcats is a lock. Jumaine Jones might be available after Hermann joins the team though.

[exstatic]

You should go after Jeffries. I heard the Wizards will let him go.

Knicks already have him signed to an offer sheet. Please try to keep up.

[Sway]

For what I read somewhere, Hermann to Bobcats is a lock. Jumaine Jones might be available after Hermann joins the team though

Anyone know why the Bobcats made Hermann the priority over JJ?

[Bruno]

Anyone know why the Bobcats made Hermann the priority over JJ?

Maybe JJ doesn't want to play with Charlotte next year or it's because Hermann is cheaper.

[Sway]

Maybe JJ doesn't want to play with Charlotte next year or it's because Hermann is cheaper.

I guess I am just suprised. JJ is IMHO a pretty good player and while I like Herman, he is still untested in the NBA.

[El_Mago]

JJ is just inconsistent.

He seems to flourish a lot better in an uptempo system.

I don't know how well he would do in a half court system like ours.

He is an okay defender though.

[ChumpDumper]

If any of these guys wants to play 7mpg for free, sign them up.

[Solid D]

For what I read somewhere, Hermann to Bobcats is a lock. Jumaine Jones might be available after Hermann joins the team though.

If it was a lock, Herrmann would be signed by now. As I was saying, it appears the Bobcats are still trying to decide on the 15th slot. See link to support this:
http://www.charlotte.com/mld/charlot...s/15204465.htm

"Once Voskuhl signs, the Bobcats would have 14 players under contract, plus a qualifying offer to restricted free agent Melvin Ely.

With a maximum of 15 roster spots, the Bobcats must decide whether to offer a contract to Argentine forward Walter Hermann or leave that spot open for Ely or someone else.

Ely is also a possibility for a sign-and-trade deal that would acquire a draft pick or young player."

[Rick Von Braun]

If it was a lock, Herrmann would be signed by now. As I was saying, it appears the Bobcats are still trying to decide on the 15th slot. See link to support this:
http://www.charlotte.com/mld/charlot...s/15204465.htm

"Once Voskuhl signs, the Bobcats would have 14 players under contract, plus a qualifying offer to restricted free agent Melvin Ely.

With a maximum of 15 roster spots, the Bobcats must decide whether to offer a contract to Argentine forward Walter Hermann or leave that spot open for Ely or someone else.

Ely is also a possibility for a sign-and-trade deal that would acquire a draft pick or young player."

Good... either player might be useful, but I doubt the Spurs' FO does anything but standing pat.

Regarding Hermann, I cannot find the article, but I am 100% sure that I read that there was an oral agreement with Hermann and the Bobcats, the contract is drafted and it has the seal of approval of no other than Michael Jordan. The Bobcats are trying to get rid of a contract to sign Hermann, no further negotiations are needed.

Based on this, I speculated that JJ might be available... who knows?

[reydawg]

He's already had two changes of scenery and he's still a knucklehead who dabbles in coach killing and half assing his way through the NBA.

Don't forget he dabbles in acting too...

[Beer is Good]

another offseason thread that is pure fabrication.