I know it makes NO sense given the past, but...

[TowelBoy]

The Blazers are going to regret missing out on Oden this summer. There, I said it. He's drawn interest from a half dozen teams so far and he's exactly the kind of player we are looking for in all the wrong places.

While there are some former Blazers I always "root" for, I doubt Oden will be one of them because it seemed like he really checked out while he was here and didn't give it his all. But it's going to suck a lot seeing him hoist an O'Brien with LeBron next year (or if he opts for a lesser team/more money option, putting up 16/11 lines on the regular).

 

[Blazinaway]

why bring this up now? we all know he will not come back to POR, let it rest

 

[Fez Hammersticks]

The city is "too white" for Greg.

 

[jlprk]

Royce White has a higher chance of ever playing again, and that is zero.

 

[TowelBoy]

Royce White has a higher chance of ever playing again, and that is zero.

That is some strong, strong denial bro.

 

[3RA1N1AC]

Oden doesn't want to sign here, so its kinda silly to cry about "missing out" on him

Btw he hasn't played an nba game since December 5, 2009, thats just crazy

 

[Shooter]

Oden is an injury waiting to happen. Thank God it won't be happening in Portland anymore.

 

[BBert]

I still mourn the loss of Oden. It will be even worse if he does well on another team.

 

[PapaG]

It's been over 6 years since Oden was drafted.

Over those six years, he has played in 82 regular season games, and 6 playoff games.

I doubt the guy can pass an NBA physical at this point.

 

[TowelBoy]

I really get a kick out of the rationalizations you guys tell yourselves. Oden will make an impact. It's coming.

 

[PapaG]

I really get a kick out of the rationalizations you guys tell yourselves. Oden will make an impact. It's coming.

I'm not rationalizing. I gave facts. Those are the games he's played. He'll be almost 26 at the start of next season, and I doubt he'll pass an NBA physical. If he comes back and dominates, it will be a great story. I just don't see it happening.

A scary thought? Oden would be going into the second year of what surely would have been a MAX contract had he stayed healthy. He's ancient history.

 

[MarAzul]

I really get a kick out of the rationalizations you guys tell yourselves. Oden will make an impact. It's coming.

You just gave the definition of Trolling.

 

[Natebishop3]

I really get a kick out of the rationalizations you guys tell yourselves. Oden will make an impact. It's coming.

Sure, he'll make an impact for a few games, but it's only a matter of time before his body gives out again.

 

[magnifier661]

I really get a kick out of the rationalizations you guys tell yourselves. Oden will make an impact. It's coming.

And it really doesn't matter man. Oden hated it here. He never wants to look back.

 

[STOMP]

And it really doesn't matter man. Oden hated it here. He never wants to look back.

I'm sure he hated what happened to his promising basketball career here... being injured and rehabbing for years on end must truly suck. You don't get to do what you're best at and everyone around you is always disappointed. I don't blame him for wanting a change of scenery as clearly the fans here are burnt out from dealing with his and Roy's injury sagas much more then they're sticking behind him.

Playing in Portland is sort of like living in the Ninny's fishbowl.

STOMP

 

[THE HCP]

The city is "too white" for Greg.

This city is too white for ME!


Sent from my baller ass iPad FAMS!

 

[THE HCP]

Whoever he does end up with, when he makes his return here, I hope the fans at the RG don't boo him!


Sent from my baller ass iPad FAMS!

 

[MarAzul]

This city is too white for ME!


Sent from my baller ass iPad FAMS!

What's the hold up? I84 heads East, 15 south. PDX in the rear view mirror, easy.

 

[jlprk]

How can he do that when we get on him for almost working for the Lakers?

 

[THE HCP]

ALMOST FAMS!


Sent from my baller ass iPad FAMS!

 

[BlazerBeav]

Whoever he does end up with, when he makes his return here, I hope the fans at the RG don't boo him!

Guaran-damn-teed. Fortunately, I don't believe well have the opportunity.

 

[TowelBoy]

Sure, he'll make an impact for a few games, but it's only a matter of time before his body gives out again.

It's possible you're right. I still tend to think his injuries were coincidental and it's the mental aspect that prevented him from sticking around here. I think we'll see sooner rather than later. I seriously doubt he'd be one of the hottest names on Day 1 of free agency if teams honestly thought he couldn't pass a physical or string together any healthy play.

Mar-- I'm not trying to troll against you guys and I'm sorry if it came across that way. Admittedly I'm taking a pessimistic tone in this thread, but it's really just me mentally preparing myself for the extreme frustration his success will cause me. Catharsis.

 

[jlprk]

It's possible you're right. I still tend to think his injuries were coincidental and it's the mental aspect that prevented him from sticking around here. I think we'll see sooner rather than later. I seriously doubt he'd be one of the hottest names on Day 1 of free agency if teams honestly thought he couldn't pass a physical or string together any healthy play.

Mar-- I'm not trying to troll against you guys and I'm sorry if it came across that way. Admittedly I'm taking a pessimistic tone in this thread, but it's really just me mentally preparing myself for the extreme frustration his success will cause me. Catharsis.

You are the funniest guy here! Also the most mental! As in, nutcase!

 

[TowelBoy]

Since I'm new here as a semi-regular poster, I pose this question to the rest of you: Is jlprk always such a tool?

 

[OneLifeToLive]

It's possible you're right. I still tend to think his injuries were coincidental and it's the mental aspect that prevented him from sticking around here. I think we'll see sooner rather than later. I seriously doubt he'd be one of the hottest names on Day 1 of free agency if teams honestly thought he couldn't pass a physical or string together any healthy play.

Mar-- I'm not trying to troll against you guys and I'm sorry if it came across that way. Admittedly I'm taking a pessimistic tone in this thread, but it's really just me mentally preparing myself for the extreme frustration his success will cause me. Catharsis.

If he does stay healthy, the Miami Heat have picked up one hell of a player to go with LeBron, Wade and Bosh. I think if he is healthy and seriously ready to play, he owes the Blazers and their fans a return on their investment. And it would be nice if he would become conscious of this. That would mean stepping out of the lil box 95 percent of todays America live in.

 

[TowelBoy]

If he does stay healthy, the Miami Heat have picked up one hell of a player to go with LeBron, Wade and Bosh. I think if he is healthy and seriously ready to play, he owes the Blazers and their fans a return on their investment. And it would be nice if he would become conscious of this. That would mean stepping out of the lil box 95 percent of todays America live in.

Many had long assumed Miami was the clear front-runner, but I saw reports to day that Oden is mulling his options because others are offering more money.

 

[OneLifeToLive]

Many had long assumed Miami was the clear front-runner, but I saw reports to day that Oden is mulling his options because others are offering more money.

He wants to be in Miami. I wholeheartedly believe this. He has craved the warmer climate ever since he entered the league. What I don't get is it's only 6 months. You don't have to live here year around. LaMarcus too. If Chicago and it's nightlife moves you. By a house, call it home and live their six months of the year. Making millions, I have to believe you can find a way to manage to live in a rainy, dreary place 6 months of the year. It's not like it's minimum wage or pooring rubbing alcohol over a open wound.

 

[jlprk]

Since I'm new here as a semi-regular poster, I pose this question to the rest of you: Is jlprk always such a tool?

I'm going easy on you! Some advice--don't mess with HCP. That guy once murdered someone on this board.

 

[Natebishop3]

It's possible you're right. I still tend to think his injuries were coincidental and it's the mental aspect that prevented him from sticking around here. I think we'll see sooner rather than later. I seriously doubt he'd be one of the hottest names on Day 1 of free agency if teams honestly thought he couldn't pass a physical or string together any healthy play.

Mar-- I'm not trying to troll against you guys and I'm sorry if it came across that way. Admittedly I'm taking a pessimistic tone in this thread, but it's really just me mentally preparing myself for the extreme frustration his success will cause me. Catharsis.

If Brandon Roy can get a 2 year/10 million deal when everyone KNEW his knees were worthless, I think there could be some demand for the former #1 pick who everyone compared to Bill Russell.

 

[crandc]

You're right. It makes no sense.

It makes sense for some other teams to pursue him. He'll come cheap and they don't have to give up a player or a pick, so why not take a flyer? Low risk. But probably low reward as well.