How soon does HOU make a move?

[Natebishop3]

What, are you trying to rebuild the Magic in the Western Conference? j/k - I agree that Anderson is a very good pairing with Howard.

If they could pull it off, I'd go after Dirk. Can you imagine Dirk with Harden and Howard?

 

[Pinwheel1]

Yeah you guys who want Asik, are going to be disappointed. He may be traded, but it won't be to us. We have two guys (Damian and LMA) that would fill a need for them, and neither is going anywhere for Asik.

We just are not a good trade partner for them. If I am Houston I do not give Asik away. If they want a stretch 4 they should try giving Jones more opportunity. He was 2-4 from 3's last night with 11 rebounds and 3 blocks. He just needs some playing time. I would hold on to Asik in case Howard's back acts up.

Houston needs to be patient IMO.

 

[blue9]

If they could pull it off, I'd go after Dirk. Can you imagine Dirk with Harden and Howard?

That'd be pretty insane. And someone like Dirk wouldn't put up with their finger-pointing - I imagine he'd get those two to fall in line with the team concept.

 

[Pinwheel1]

That'd be pretty insane. And someone like Dirk wouldn't put up with their finger-pointing - I imagine he'd get those two to fall in line with the team concept.

Yeah that would be an incredible line-up for a year or two. But no way Cuban would do it.

 

[Natebishop3]

Yeah that would be an incredible line-up for a year or two. But no way Cuban would do it.

I don't know.... Cuban let Nash walk. This is the last year of Dirk's contract, and I really don't see how he fits their longterm plans at this point.

 

[Pinwheel1]

I don't know.... Cuban let Nash walk. This is the last year of Dirk's contract, and I really don't see how he fits their longterm plans at this point.

I suppose he could change his mind, but he has been pretty adamant about making sure Dirk was one team player.
Plus as competitive as he is I just can't see him giving his in state rival another NBA championship. He is still pissed that Howard rejected him.

 

[magnifier661]

A trade with NOLA really makes sense. Asik for Ryan Anderson straight up.

That is the one deal I believe would make them a much better team. They get rid of the player that is clogging the paint for Howard to do his thing, and having a PF that would stretch the Defense enough to allow Howard to do his thing. I mean it's pretty obvious they went "all in" with Howard. Might as well build the team around him right?

 

[Eastoff]

Yeah you guys who want Asik, are going to be disappointed. He may be traded, but it won't be to us. We have two guys (Damian and LMA) that would fill a need for them, and neither is going anywhere for Asik.

I wanted Asik last year, and jumped onto the Robin Bandwagon with a week or so of us trading for him. I'm a bit of a dumb homer though.

 

[OneLifeToLive]

Gotta believe their rocky start could prompt them to move Asik and perhaps a few others sooner rather than later, I'd love to add Asik to our roster in a 3-way where perhaps CJ and change goes to a 3rd team and a PF like Illyasova (or others) goes to HOU.

I wouldn't move an unproven talent like CJ for Asik.

 

[OneLifeToLive]

WE DON'T NEED ASIK!!! Robinson and Freeland are more than capable of manning down the 10-15 reserve minutes behind Lopez and Aldridge. And he's definitely not worth dealing CJ for. Let's at least see what CJ's got. He and Dame together could be special.

Robinson was sensational. Is this something we can expect or is this a developing frustrating problem. In one game. Out the next three. In one game, out the next three.

 

[Pinwheel1]

That is the one deal I believe would make them a much better team. They get rid of the player that is clogging the paint for Howard to do his thing, and having a PF that would stretch the Defense enough to allow Howard to do his thing. I mean it's pretty obvious they went "all in" with Howard. Might as well build the team around him right?

He won't clog the middle if they don't play together at the same time.

Anderson is pretty good when healthy. A broken toe though...will he re-injure it? Is Howard completely healthy?

I would rather keep Asik and play Jones who I think will be a better defender than Anderson. Doesn't Houston have enough outside shooters with Lin, and Harden, and Parson's?

I am just playing devil advocate. I don't know.

 

[magnifier661]

He won't clog the middle if they don't play together at the same time.

Anderson is pretty good when healthy. A broken toe though...will he re-injure it? Is Howard completely healthy?

I would rather keep Asik and play Jones who I think will be a better defender than Anderson. Doesn't Houston have enough outside shooters with Lin, and Harden, and Parson's?

I am just playing devil advocate. I don't know.

I don't know but it sure isn't working now. They are one of the worst rebounding teams in the league, so obviously something isn't right.

 

[Pinwheel1]

Robinson was sensational. Is this something we can expect or is this a developing frustrating problem. In one game. Out the next three. In one game, out the next three.

Isn't that a given?

 

[OneLifeToLive]

Isn't that a given?

I hope not.

 

[Pinwheel1]

I don't know but it sure isn't working now. They are one of the worst rebounding teams in the league, so obviously something isn't right.

Will a stretch 4 make them a better rebounding team? I know Anderson is a decent rebounder, but I bet Jones will be better at it.

No doubt who the better outside shooter is.

 

[Pinwheel1]

I hope not.

He is going to be inconsistent until he gets consistent minutes. Like all young bench players.

 

[Wizard Mentor]

I agree that Houston can afford to be patient.... until Asik starts bitching and destroying the lockerroom, which could start any day now if he gets another 4 minute game. Remember, he said he wanted a trade if Dwight were to come on board. They got him off that, but now...I don't know.

Yeah you guys who want Asik, are going to be disappointed. He may be traded, but it won't be to us. We have two guys (Damian and LMA) that would fill a need for them, and neither is going anywhere for Asik.

We just are not a good trade partner for them. If I am Houston I do not give Asik away. If they want a stretch 4 they should try giving Jones more opportunity. He was 2-4 from 3's last night with 11 rebounds and 3 blocks. He just needs some playing time. I would hold on to Asik in case Howard's back acts up.

Houston needs to be patient IMO.

 

[magnifier661]

Will a stretch 4 make them a better rebounding team? I know Anderson is a decent rebounder, but I bet Jones will be better at it.

No doubt who the better outside shooter is.

I actually think yes. Howard needs room down low.

 

[Rhal]

A trade with NOLA really makes sense. Asik for Ryan Anderson straight up.

This trade makes so much sense for both teams I'm shocked it already hadn't happened yet

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[magnifier661]

This trade makes so much sense for both teams I'm shocked it already hadn't happened yet

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Should of happened last summer when asik's value was much higher

 

[EL PRESIDENTE]

http://blog.chron.com/ultimaterockets/2013/11/omer-asik-asks-rockets-to-trade-him/

With his starting job gone and his playing time slashed, Rockets center Omer Asik has asked to be traded, two individuals with knowledge of the request said Thursday.

Asik, who started every game after signing with the Rockets last season, came off the bench Wednesday in Philadelphia, but struggled. He played only four minutes and not at all in the second half. Asik has made his trade request within the past 48 hours, a person familiar with the conversations said.

The Rockets have no trade involving Asik in the works, with one individual saying a deal is more likely in months than in days.

Asik declined comment, referring questions to his agent, Andy Miller. Miller also would not comment on any trade request.

 

[magnifier661]

http://blog.chron.com/ultimaterockets/2013/11/omer-asik-asks-rockets-to-trade-him/

Like we didn't see that coming

 

[magnifier661]

Asik to New York?

 

[The_Lillard_King]

HoopsHype ‏@hoopshype 21m
Omer Asik is averaging 20.7 mpg this season. His career average is 19.3. That's just ridiculous for a center of that caliber.

 

[VanillaGorilla]

HoopsHype ‏@hoopshype 21m
Omer Asik is averaging 20.7 mpg this season. His career average is 19.3. That's just ridiculous for a center of that caliber.

I'd say it's more ridiculous that people think he's a center of such caliber.

 

[Blazinaway]

http://blog.chron.com/ultimaterockets/2013/11/omer-asik-asks-rockets-to-trade-him/

they got their idea here