Rumor: Blazers interested in Rubio?

[Blazer4ever]

I'd take him if it's just for absorbing his salary, I think that's what the Wolves would want the most and it ain't an easy decision for us either becaue that'd be a big part of our cap-room.
I like Frazier a lot and think if he got a decent chance playing the role Rubio could play (playing alongside Dame and CJ, not just the 3rd stringers) he could play it very well and he is of course much cheaper and would accept a smaller role then we would have to give Rubio. But still, I want us to have that option of having another guard who's creative and can play alongside Dame or CJ at the 2, if Frazier isn't able to do it, I'd welcome Rubio

 

[dviss1]

I'd take him if it's just for absorbing his salary, I think that's what the Wolves would want the most and it ain't an easy decision for us either becaue that'd be a big part of our cap-room.
I like Frazier a lot and think if he got a decent chance playing the role Rubio could play (playing alongside Dame and CJ, not just the 3rd stringers) he could play it very well and he is of course much cheaper and would accept a smaller role then we would have to give Rubio. But still, I want us to have that option of having another guard who's creative and can play alongside Dame or CJ at the 2, if Frazier isn't able to do it, I'd welcome Rubio

Frazier creates.... Turnovers and missed shots. He's a scrub who has no value. It's not like he can shoot the lights out either. I'm surprised he made the roster over Pressey or Darius Morris.

Rubio's been playing pro ball since he was a teenager.

 

[Scalma]

If Frazier wasn't so close with Lillard I have no doubts he'd be back in the d league.

 

[BBert]

If you guys think Frazier can be as effective as Rubio you are flat out delusional.

I'd be surprised if there is more than one guy who thinks that.

 

[HomerLovesKoolAid]

Licky Lubio legitimately lacks luster.

 

[BBert]

Licky Lubio likely likes licorice.

 

[PtldPlatypus]

The problem I have with considering any deal with the Timberwolves is that in Towns, Wiggins and Lavine, they already have a core of potential superstars that surpasses anything on our roster, and being as they're in our division, we're going to have to deal with that triumvirate (plus whomever they might be able to add in this year's draft) for the next decade. So if we take on Rubio, and somehow that moves us a step forward, but moving his deal and freeing up his minutes moves the Wolves multiple steps forward, we're still net losers overall.

Of course, if we don't make the deal, and they make the deal with someone else, then maybe the Wolves still improve without us benefiting. Being an NBA GM sounds pretty hard; I'm glad I'm not one.

 

[BBert]

Licky Lubio loves lascivious lapdances.

Welcome to Portland!

 

[Scalma]

The problem I have with considering any deal with the Timberwolves is that in Towns, Wiggins and Lavine, they already have a core of potential superstars that surpasses anything on our roster,e.

Lol. Towns is the only one. It's funny how far ahead of the wolves the blazers are in their rebuilding process, yet they just started it last summer. People will always love potential though. Wiggins isn't anything special. His ceiling to me is a role player on a contender. He's another Batum. He doesn't have that killer instinct. Thought that since I saw him at the hoop summit. Won't even get into Lavine. Unless you mean slam dunk superstar..then sure...he's a superstar.

 

[blue9]

Plus, it's MIN. They will always under perform.

 

[Chris Craig]

Why would Minnesota do that

They wouldn't...but Neil is the devil

 

[Wizard Mentor]

Minny trying to drum up interest. We were never interested.
#cant_shoot
#doesnt_fit_rotation

 

[Boise Blazer]

 

[Strenuus]

Ya'll realize this thread was made in september, right?

 

[0-Our!]

I'd be surprised if there is more than one guy who thinks that.

The fact that there's even 1 surprises me I think it's Frazier chiming in trying to save his own ass

 

[0-Our!]

... Being an NBA GM sounds pretty hard; I'm glad I'm not one.

Definitely tough but... I'd love to b a GM & give it a go; although... I'd probably end up as "THAT" guy :

 

[Rastapopoulos]

Now that the Wolves have drafted Kris Dunn, it's time to revisit this rumor! Rubio CAN actually hit stand-still three pointers now so he's not totally useless off the ball. And he would instantly be our best guard defender.
In fact, the only challenge is thinking of who they might want for him. A S&T Crabbe?

 

[Rastapopoulos]

HANDS OFF KANGZ!!!

 

[Wizard Mentor]

HANDS OFF KANGZ!!!

The rumor is that they'll give you Rubio if you take on Pek. If Sac did this, it would be HILARIOUS!!

(considering all of the centers they have).

 

[BonesJones]

Kings Lineup Next Year:

Rubio / Collision
Gay / McLemore
Cousins / Richardson
Labissiere / Acy
PapaG / Kofous / Pekovic

Lmao

 

[VanillaGorilla]

Kings Lineup Next Year:

Rubio / Collision
Gay / McLemore
Cousins / Richardson
Labissiere / Acy
PapaG / Kofous / Pekovic

Lmao

I don't get why people keep saying the Kings have too many big guys. Labissiere and the Greek guy are not NBA ready, and it's not like Koufos and Acy are all stars or even above average. They don't all need 30 minutes a game. It wouldn't be the end of the world if a couple of them didn't play much at all.

 

[Blazinaway]

Kings Lineup Next Year:

Rubio / Collision
Gay / McLemore
Cousins / Richardson
Labissiere / Acy
PapaG / Kofous / Pekovic

Lmao

you forgot WCS

 

[Fez Hammersticks]

He could be our Livingson.

Having a PG who can run a team in the second unit was what kept the Warriors afloat in a lot of games.

 

[Sinobas]

He could be our Livingson.

Having a PG who can run a team in the second unit was what kept the Warriors afloat in a lot of games.

Would be a really interesting 3 guard rotation. One thing I wonder though, is if we need a stout guard to defend the post. Henderson was a tough post defender and I think we might miss that. But Rubio would be a fun rotational player.

 

[Wizard Mentor]

Honestly, I'd way rather have Patrick Beverly.

 

[MarAzul]

Rubio would be great. But can Stotts draw up some action that would use a real PG? I would like to see him try.
But then on second thought, some action using the passing skills of a high post center would be even better.
Hey, perhaps he could have all those things! Switch when they catch up.

 

[Mediocre Man]

For me it's what Stotts wants the second unit to be all about. If the first unit is offense, then adding Rubio makes no sense because you have to be able to change pace and intensity on the other end of the floor. If he thinks the first unit will be the defensive unit, he'd be wrong, but then adding Rubio makes a lof of sense because they will push the ball and get into transition

 

[MarAzul]

second unit to be all about

I don't even like to talk about units. I would rather think in terms of offensive series rotating between players to lead and provide aggressive energy. Rubio fits fine in that idea and he can provide intensity on defense also.

 

[riverman]

We have such good luck with Spanish players..I don't see Rubio here although he's fun to watch. We probably don't have what Minny wants for him anyway

 

[0-Our!]

We have such good luck with Spanish players..I don't see Rubio here although he's fun to watch. We probably don't have what Minny wants for him anyway

I have a feeling we're going after Lin & we'll probably get him; I'd welcome him