Knicks, Grizz to screw Nets

[SportsTicker]

Knicks will trade David Lee, Malik Rose and other considerations to the Grizz for the #5 pick and the god-awful contract of Brian Cardinal.

The Grizz will reportedly take Westbrook at #5 for the Knicks and then the Knicks would take Gallinari at #6.

Can't we make a better deal than that?


http://insider.espn.go.com/espn/blog/index...;name=katz_andy

Nets would wind up with a choice of Bayless or Lopez...Robin Lopez

 

[Dark Defender]

Bayless baby, I would not mind that at all.

Although, the thought of another twin wearing a Nets uniform sends shivers down my spine.

 

[Dumpy]

now that's interesting.

 

[User01]

so if this is true, and Seattle wants Lopez, not Bayless...

Rose/Beasley/Mayo/Lopez/Westbrook/Gallinari/Gordon/Alexander/?

we get whoever is left over from Love or Bayless. I love Gallinari, but that would be fine by me.

Hell, if Seattle wants Bayless, and Charlotte takes Lopez, Love would last to us...

 

[rory]

This thread title is misleading. It's just a rumor, no? I had heard this before (on this board), as well as a Portland rumor, too. I can't see how David Lee and expiring contracts is worth the #5, but it is Chris Wallace

 

[Netted]

So the Grizz are trading the #5 pick for David Lee and to get rid of Cardinal's contract?

Pretty stupid trade. Especially since they are so under the cap that Cardinal's contract really isn't that big of a deal now.

Basically it's #5 for Lee. Taking Love at #5 would be better.

If this goes down, does Love fall all the way to us? Could be him or Bayless.

I don't see Minny taking Love when they have Jefferson.

 

[SportsTicker]

Read the article...those questions are answered.

 

[reganomics813]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Netted @ Jun 24 2008, 11:31 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>I don't see Minny taking Love when they have Jefferson.</div>


I see it exactly the opposite, having a down low presence like Al makes Love an even better pick for them IMO.

 

[Dumpy]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (NetIncome @ Jun 24 2008, 11:33 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>Read the article...those questions are answered.</div>

You've got to be an Insider! The rest of us are just poor shlubs.

 

[footswalker]

I think Knick fans would riot if they traded David Lee. It's not happening. Nets should offer Milwaukee something to move up 2 picks and get Alexander.

 

[cpawfan]

1) I don't believe Katz has good NBA sources

2) I find it silly that Sam Presti would waste the 4th pick on Brook Lopez. He is too smart for that.

3) Katz lists that as a potential deal, not a definite

 

[rory]

Another Memphis trade: Conley and #5 for #2.
Chad Ford

 

[Kid Chocolate]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Netted @ Jun 24 2008, 12:31 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>So the Grizz are trading the #5 pick for David Lee and to get rid of Cardinal's contract?

Pretty stupid trade. Especially since they are so under the cap that Cardinal's contract really isn't that big of a deal now.

Basically it's #5 for Lee. Taking Love at #5 would be better.

If this goes down, does Love fall all the way to us? Could be him or Bayless.

I don't see Minny taking Love when they have Jefferson.</div>


<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Dumpy @ Jun 24 2008, 12:37 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (NetIncome @ Jun 24 2008, 11:33 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>Read the article...those questions are answered.</div>

You've got to be an Insider! The rest of us are just poor shlubs.
</div>


If the Knicks and Grizzlies work out a trade in the Nos. 5 and 6 spots, then the top nine could go like this: 1. Chicago -- Derrick Rose
2. Miami -- Michael Beasley
3. Minnesota -- O.J. Mayo
4. Seattle -- Brook Lopez
5. Russell Westbrook -- Memphis (for NYK)
6. New York -- Danilo Gallinari
7. LA Clippers -- Eric Gordon (or Jerryd Bayless or D.J. Augustin)
8. Milwaukee -- Joe Alexander
9. Charlotte -- Kevin Love





per mr. katz.

 

[networks]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (cpawfan @ Jun 24 2008, 11:55 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>1) I don't believe Katz has good NBA sources

2) I find it silly that Sam Presti would waste the 4th pick on Brook Lopez. He is too smart for that.

3) Katz lists that as a potential deal, not a definite</div>

Actually, I can see this happening. Sonics want to get an offensive Big to help Durant snce they cant works something out to get Beasley. The queston is why not take Love? The other issue is Bayless the right option for them at this pick. Bayless is a SG in a PG body and dont forget Durant is currently playing SG (which is weird but it is effective).

 

[ace]

I doubt Kevin Love goes that low. Memphis is in love with him. They are not trading the pick if he is available.

 

[JfizzleBlazer]

theres absolutely no way Bayless lasts until #10.

 

[Netted]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Kid Chocolate @ Jun 24 2008, 01:20 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>If the Knicks and Grizzlies work out a trade in the Nos. 5 and 6 spots, then the top nine could go like this: 1. Chicago -- Derrick Rose
2. Miami -- Michael Beasley
3. Minnesota -- O.J. Mayo
4. Seattle -- Brook Lopez
5. Russell Westbrook -- Memphis (for NYK)
6. New York -- Danilo Gallinari
7. LA Clippers -- Eric Gordon (or Jerryd Bayless or D.J. Augustin)
8. Milwaukee -- Joe Alexander
9. Charlotte -- Kevin Love


per mr. katz.</div>
That's one crazy mock.

 

[Dumpy]

so, um, as far as I can tell, the Nets did not work out Eric Gordon, Love, Westbrook, Brook Lopez, or Bayless--and now it sounds like there is roughly a 75% chance that they could end up with one of them.

They did work out Alexander and of course DG.

Not that it matters. . . although I believe that Sacramento is a team that traditionally only drafts players that work out for them.

 

[Netted]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Dumpy @ Jun 24 2008, 02:04 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>so, um, as far as I can tell, the Nets did not work out Eric Gordon, Love, Westbrook, Brook Lopez, or Bayless--and now it sounds like there is roughly a 75% chance that they could end up with one of them.

They did work out Alexander and of course DG.

Not that it matters. . . although I believe that Sacramento is a team that traditionally only drafts players that work out for them.</div>
And the ironic thing is they worked out over 40 guys!!!

 

[Dumpy]

Mitch Lawrence belives the Knicks will take Augustin.

http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/basketba...g_texas_dj.html

 

[J-HoAgZ]

No way. Imo if they are trading up they are trading for Mayo or possibly Gordan.

 

[GMJ]

FWIW DX has the draft playing out like this

1 Bulls Derrick Rose PG
19 years old; 6'3"; 190 lbs.
Memphis, Freshman

2 Heat Michael Beasley PF
19 years old; 6'9"; 235 lbs.
Kansas State, Freshman

3 Timberwolves O.J. Mayo PG/SG
20 years old; 6'5"; 195 lbs.
USC, Freshman

4 SuperSonics Brook Lopez C
20 years old; 7'0"; 260 lbs.
Stanford, Sophomore

5 Grizzlies Kevin Love PF/C
19 years old; 6'9"; 255 lbs.
UCLA, Freshman

6 Knicks Danilo Gallinari SF
19 years old; 6'9"; 209 lbs.
Armani Jeans Milano, International

7 Clippers Jerryd Bayless PG/SG
19 years old; 6'3"; 199 lbs.
Arizona, Freshman

8 Bucks Joe Alexander SF/PF
21 years old; 6'8"; 230 lbs.
West Virginia, Junior

9 Bobcats Russell Westbrook PG/SG
19 years old; 6'3"; 187 lbs.
UCLA, Sophomore

10 Nets Eric Gordon SG
19 years old; 6'3"; 215 lbs.
Indiana, Freshman

Mock Updated 6/24

 

[Netted]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Dumpy @ Jun 24 2008, 02:08 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>Mitch Lawrence belives the Knicks will take Augustin.

http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/basketba...g_texas_dj.html</div>
Not the first time I've read his name attached to the Knicks.

Maybe they take Augustin and Gallinari.

 

[Black Republican]

Would yall trade harris, sean, and the 10th pick to get Beasley and Blount?

 

[Netted]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Black Republican @ Jun 24 2008, 02:22 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>Would yall trade harris, sean, and the 10th pick to get Beasley and Blount?</div>
No, I wouldn't do that. Leaves too big a hole at PG.

Would anyone trade both Williamses and the #10 to Seattle for #4 and take Love? Seattle's 2 biggest holes are pg and pf. They get a player with potential at each position and still have a top 10 pick. I'm not even sure if I'd do it, but from what I read the Nets are in love with Love.

 

[Dumpy]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Netted @ Jun 24 2008, 01:26 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Black Republican @ Jun 24 2008, 02:22 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>Would yall trade harris, sean, and the 10th pick to get Beasley and Blount?</div>
No, I wouldn't do that. Leaves too big a hole at PG.

Would anyone trade both Williamses and the #10 to Seattle for #4 and take Love? Seattle's 2 biggest holes are pg and pf. They get a player with potential at each position and still have a top 10 pick. I'm not even sure if I'd do it, but from what I read the Nets are in love with Love.
</div>

No, I wouldn't if for no other reason than that Love could fall to #10, or we could make a better deal to acquire him if he falls to #7 or #8. I'm not against trading Sean, but it would still leave the Nets with little depth up front, especially if Diop leaves.

Seattle is interesting, though--they have SIX PICKS in the draft--##4, 24, 32, 46, 50, and 56. Are they under the cap? I'd give them Stro for the #56.

 

[pegs]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Dumpy @ Jun 24 2008, 02:04 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}></div><div class='quotemain'>so, um, as far as I can tell, the Nets did not work out Eric Gordon, Love, Westbrook, Brook Lopez, or Bayless--and now it sounds like there is roughly a 75% chance that they could end up with one of them.

They did work out Alexander and of course DG.

Not that it matters. . . although I believe that Sacramento is a team that traditionally only drafts players that work out for them.</div>

Marcus Williams and Antoine Wright didn't work out for the Nets. So, you're right...doesn't really matter.

Oh, and for the hell of it...I would take Love over Lopez any day. I'd rather take good offense over pretty weak offense and defense.

 

[danxcr]

if we end up with eric gordon... i will not be upset... but if we get lopez, brook or robin... i wana trade the pick!!!

 

[Charles]

I hate that everyone keeps getting my hopes up that Bayless or Gordon might fall to the Nets. I don't want to be let down like that.

 

[danxcr]

well im playin ball on thurs so ima dvr the draft and not listen to the radio on the way home and watch it! one by one! and see what foolishness the nets do