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Pop needs to think twice before fielding smallball lineups in the playoffs.
http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/news;_yl...yhoo&type=lgns
By Johnny Ludden and Adrian Wojnarowski
February 18, 2008
Four days left before the NBA’s trade deadline, and three star-studded deals are already complete with another blockbuster sitting on the docket. It’ll be a wonder if there’s anyone left to move once Thursday comes and goes.
If the Dallas Mavericks complete their trade for Jason Kidd, Sacramento Kings forward Ron Artest becomes the NBA’s next big target of interest. Two league sources said Sunday that the Denver Nuggets are in “full pursuit” of Artest with team officials considering a package involving Lineas Kleiza, Eduardo Najera and a first-round pick.
“Denver is the team that needs to do something,” said one West executive. “With everyone loading up, they’re going to have a tough time getting out of the first round.”
Here’s what else Y! Sports was hearing as the All-Star break ended:
• The Los Angeles Clippers are trying to pry Mike Miller out of Memphis with an offer of expiring contracts that includes a package of Sam Cassell and Aaron Williams. The Grizzlies want the Clippers first-round pick in 2008, and so far, the Clippers are balking.
• After sending a scout to see him in Memphis last week, the Denver Nuggets are talking with the Grizzlies about acquiring guard Kyle Lowry for Von Wafer and a first-round draft pick.
• The Cleveland Cavaliers value Philadelphia’s Andre Miller more than they did Mike Bibby, but the Sixers haven’t shown much inclination to move their point guard, maybe even less now that they’ve experienced some success. And if Philadelphia opted to trade Andre Miller? It’s hard to imagine Cleveland being able to put together a worthy package.
The Cavaliers also have had talks regarding Mike Miller and two other point guards: Lowry and Portland’s Jarrett Jack.
• With an understanding that they’ll need to re-sign restricted free agent guard Jose Calderon and Carlos Delfino this summer, the Raptors are fielding offers for Jason Kapono. It’s unlikely they’ll get many considering the three years and nearly $19 million left on Kapono’s contract.
• The Orlando Magic have continued to shop for frontline help with Pat Garrity’s expiring contract as bait.
• The San Antonio Spurs are most interested in getting Tony Parker back in the lineup and seeing what their roster looks like at full strength. But with a couple of expiring contracts of their own, most notably that of Brent Barry, they've also actively looked for additional help. The Spurs were in the Kyle Korver talks with Philadelphia, but didn’t want to give up a first-round pick. They also talked to the Atlanta Hawks about Josh Childress, but were quickly rebuffed.
With Shaquille O’Neal now in Phoenix and Yao Ming’s Houston Rockets coming on strong, the Spurs also might be in the market for more size.
Pop needs to think twice before fielding smallball lineups in the playoffs.
I can understand why Pop was pissed about Grizzlies.
They traded Gasol for nothing and they are asking teams to take Cardinal horrendous contract or to give a high lottery pick for Mike freaking Miller.
I can understand why Pop was pissed about Grizzlies.
They traded Gasol for nothing and they are asking teams to take Cardinal horrendous contract or to give a high lottery pick for Mike freaking Miller.
That's what I was thinking~!
Kyle Lowry...their current 3rd string PG for what will be arguably a top 10 first round pick??? Meanwhile they trade away their franchise player for a first round pick that'll be in the mid to late 20's.Denver Nuggets are talking with the Grizzlies about acquiring guard Kyle Lowry for Von Wafer and a first-round draft pick.
Anybody remember what Utah gave up to acquire Korver?
Giricek + a first round pick.
BTW, I find interesting that Spurs are mainly looking for a perimeter player (Korver, Miller, Childress..).
Pop should trust enough Spurs bigmen and be confident in the future with Splitter/Mahinmi.
I think the Spurs need a center who can defend and rebound. Forget the whole perimeter player thing.
Diop would the answer. After all, he was the Mavs best low-post defender.
Last edited by SenorSpur; 02-18-2008 at 11:13 AM.
Kind of wish they could have gotten Korver, since it looks like Miller's out of the question. But giving up a first, too? Eh, probably... not... maybe...
Thats what I thought too. If Kapono wasn't that expensive, I could imagine the Spurs to go after him. I am sure there will be some minor trades comming up this week that will be really interesting...
come on lets get Kendrick Perkins!
It makes sense with both Barry and Finley being free agents this summer and the free agent pool for swingmen not being that attractive in the Spurs' price range.
How about Szczerbiak? Large contract but it only has one more year left on it. Sonics could at least reduce payroll by moving him.
I would've like to have seen the Spurs been able to acquire Korver too. However, I wonder what it would take to pry Childress from ATL.
I love that the Spurs were looking at Childress but I'm sure Atlanta laughed as much as I did considering what we were probably offering.
It bothers me some that the Spurs are so interested in perimeter players when we have a need for another big man first.
The Spurs could offer Barry, Elson and a future 1st. Granted, the Nuggets' 1st would be a little more attractive.If the Dallas Mavericks complete their trade for Jason Kidd, Sacramento Kings forward Ron Artest becomes the NBA’s next big target of interest. Two league sources said Sunday that the Denver Nuggets are in “full pursuit” of Artest with team officials considering a package involving Lineas Kleiza, Eduardo Najera and a first-round pick.
Too bad Kapono's contract lasts past 2010.With an understanding that they’ll need to re-sign restricted free agent guard Jose Calderon and Carlos Delfino this summer, the Raptors are fielding offers for Jason Kapono. It’s unlikely they’ll get many considering the three years and nearly $19 million left on Kapono’s contract.
I've had my eye on Childress for a while now and am glad the Spurs have, too. It looks like Atlanta's gotten much smarter about it's players lately, as evidenced too by that Bibby trade.
Hmmm. If the Spurs hang around until the end they might get lucky.• The Los Angeles Clippers are trying to pry Mike Miller out of Memphis with an offer of expiring contracts that includes a package of Sam Cassell and Aaron Williams. The Grizzlies want the Clippers first-round pick in 2008, and so far, the Clippers are balking.
Kleiza is also a interesting young player.
Kleiza+Najera+first for Artest is a very good deal for Kings but I doubt this offer is on the table.
The Kings can't refuse LK as part of the package. Him and Kevin Martin running the wings would be to good too be true.
I still hope the Nuggets get Miller over Artest. I like Artest and he brings a toughness on D but he is a rental and nothing more
They would pick this time to become smarter after 2-3 years of making questionable moves and "misses" during the NBA draft. They probably wouldn't have needed Bibby had they simply selected Chris Paul
I still say they've got a couple of redundant parts and I can't see their unstable ownership being willing or able to "pony up" $$$ to retain all those young players. Hopefully, the Spurs will be persistent and hopefully Childress can be had.
I want Artest on this team. Badly.
I feel like he's matured some since all his crazy incidents in the past.
The Spurs represent his last shot at redemption.
He can defend almost as well as Bowen.
Artest can hit 3s, block shots and specializes in the halfcourt.
Man, he'd be great for the Spurs.
So would I. I just doubt the Spurs have what Sacramento wants. If I remember correctly Artest can opt out this summer, so his salary would also come off the books. There isn't the need to trade for expiring contracts. It would be too good to be true. Might be a pipe dream after all...
I think his reputation of being crazier than a pet 'coon works to our favor in perhaps snagging him from the Kings.
It looks like Reggie Theus' crew is looking to build on the youth and maybe Artest and his doesn't fit into their new iden y.
Can we send them Barry, Elson and a couple picks?
it's not like the Spurs need to bank on draft picks... win now.
And I am confident that Duncan and Pop can be a calming influence on Artest.
If it doesn't work out, he's gone in the summer anyway.
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