Dolfan in NYC Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 Well, it's All-Star break time. Dunk offs, the unwatchable game itself, and random ridiculous trades. And speaking of which, Dwight Howard has told the Rockets he's opting out at the end of the year, so he's getting shopped. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Fowler Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 Pistons really limped into the break with injuries and defensive breakdowns galore. I'm thankful for the time off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goodhelmet Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 I agree. Between Manu's busted nut, Tim Duncan's gimpy knee and Parker getting injured against the Heat, it was time for a break. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jrag Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 Bulls needed it more than anyone. We might miss the playoffs now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S.K.o.S. Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 Greatly amused that it's been a very mild winter in Toronto, and suddenly now that people are here for All-Star Weekend it's going to get down to roughly -35 tonight with the wind. Granted, no one really has to be outside for more than like 30 seconds if they don't want to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kuetsar Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 Well, it's All-Star break time. Dunk offs, the unwatchable game itself, and random ridiculous trades. And speaking of which, Dwight Howard has told the Rockets he's opting out at the end of the year, so he's getting shopped. I'm curious which franchise has the right combination of desperation and players to trade for him and money under the cap. Oh, and the stupidity to think that he'll help and not sin your ship. Can't be too many of those around anymore. . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Fowler Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 Who is legitimately one player away that renting a guy makes sense, and needs rim protection and rebounding desperately enough to take s chance on what's left of Dwight Howard? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JRGoldman Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 I want him to be traded back to the Lakers. Houston's retirement gift to Kobe should be a few more months of emotional torture inflicted on Dwight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarcosLoura Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 Who is legitimately one player away that renting a guy makes sense, and needs rim protection and rebounding desperately enough to take s chance on what's left of Dwight Howard? One of my fantasy teams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supremebve Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 I want him to be traded back to the Lakers. Houston's retirement gift to Kobe should be a few more months of emotional torture inflicted on Dwight. Mitch Kupchack would have to fight both Kobe and Dwight if that happened. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiji Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 Kevin Pelton has an insider article up on ESPN in which he says Harden should be the guy to go. I'm no longer an insider, but that sounds like a fun read. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supremebve Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 Kevin Pelton has an insider article up on ESPN in which he says Harden should be the guy to go. I'm no longer an insider, but that sounds like a fun read. Trading James Harden right now could not possibly end well. There is no way you could get more than 50 cents on the dollar, and no matter what happens your fans will hate you. You may not win a title with him, but you don't get rid of top 10 players when they are in their prime. It is like trading a top 10 quarterback, you have to keep him because there will never be anyone better than him available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiji Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 You don't think the Knicks or Lakers would dump a bunch of players and whatever picks they have left to get Harden? Other teams that miss out on Durant in the summer would probably be more than willing to part with great assets for Harden. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zimbra Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 I'm trying to imagine what Houston's offense would look like without Harden and it's pretty horrifying to think about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supremebve Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 You don't think the Knicks or Lakers would dump a bunch of players and whatever picks they have left to get Harden? Other teams that miss out on Durant in the summer would probably be more than willing to part with great assets for Harden. Every team on earth would trade everything they could to get him, it would just be stupid for Houston to get rid of him. He was the 2nd or 3rd best player in the world last season, you can't trade him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Schneider Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 Pistons really limped into the break with injuries and defensive breakdowns galore. I'm thankful for the time off. Warriors need some time off too, Curry had to play in 2 of the last 3 4th quarters 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jrag Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 Who is legitimately one player away that renting a guy makes sense, and needs rim protection and rebounding desperately enough to take s chance on what's left of Dwight Howard? Boston. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jrag Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 Kevin Pelton has an insider article up on ESPN in which he says Harden should be the guy to go. I'm no longer an insider, but that sounds like a fun read. Never going to read this, but I can safely judge this dude as an idiot. There is literally no credible argument in the world for this opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JRGoldman Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 Trade deadlines basically turn ESPN into buzzfeed. "Look at these 11 crazy trades for James Harden! You'll never believe number 7!" I blame Bill Simmons. Who says no? I do, Bill. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dewar Posted February 12, 2016 Share Posted February 12, 2016 Jrag's going to LOVE this: there's rumors out there that D-Fish used to date Tim Hardaway Junior's current girlfriend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Fowler Posted February 13, 2016 Share Posted February 13, 2016 Who is legitimately one player away that renting a guy makes sense, and needs rim protection and rebounding desperately enough to take s chance on what's left of Dwight Howard? Boston. They were the first team I thought of to, but are they really close enough to give up serious assests to get Dwight when he can walk at the end of the year. I mean, does Dwight Howard make Boston a legitimate contender this year? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jrag Posted February 13, 2016 Share Posted February 13, 2016 i think so. The have a great coach, good offense, a go to scorer and tons of depth. They could give up picks and keep all this young talent about to enter their primes like Crowder, Sully and Bradley. Smart has upside that is more long term, but still gives you great defense. Add one of the best defenders/rebounders/rim protectors to a team that is used to being bullied around and I think they have enough to beat Cleveland. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Mann Posted February 13, 2016 Share Posted February 13, 2016 Jrag's going to LOVE this: there's rumors out there that D-Fish used to date Tim Hardaway Junior's current girlfriend. Is there ANYONE in the NBA that D-Fish isn't Eskimo Brothers with? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jrag Posted February 13, 2016 Share Posted February 13, 2016 https://www.instagram.com/p/BBtThi9OsxQ/ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jrag Posted February 13, 2016 Share Posted February 13, 2016 Sage cut off the dude from Arcade Fire RIGHT before the Bernie endorsement. Pretty epic use of celebrity game MVP speech if I do say so myself. If this was TNT they would have asked a follow up health care question before transitioning to a Chuck vs Win Butler debate. Man, ESPN sucks so much. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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