T-Wolves vs. Trailblazers games ...

[Nikolokolus]

I'm already intrigued by the some of the matchups.

Lillard vs. Rubio
Nic vs. Derrick Williams
Aldridge vs. Love

Should make for some good theater.

 

[Wizard Mentor]

I think the good theater is going to come next offseason when Pekovic is an unrestricted free agent.

 

[Nikolokolus]

I think the good theater is going to come next offseason when Pekovic is an unrestricted free agent.

I'll laugh my ass off if Olshey clears enough room to make him a rich man

 

[Rhal]

I'll laugh my ass off if Olshey clears enough room to make him a rich man

That would be hysterical, but I don't like Pek enough to give him even 10m.

 

[Further]

I'll laugh my ass off if Olshey clears enough room to make him a rich man

Truth is there is no need to get back at Kahn since he somehow manages screw himself.

PA and Olshey can concentrate on improving the blazers knowing the wolves will be back in the lotto soon enough.

 

[LameR]

I seriously probably won't watch these games with Roy on their team.

 

[drexlersdad]

the wolves are gonna be REAL bad this year with no rubio

 

[SheedSoNasty]

I wanna see Neil fight Kahn during half time.

 

[Draco]

I think Roy is going to be elite the first three weeks of the season, performing at an all-star level. Blazer nation will be in a panic that we cut him too early but then his knees will flare up and it’ll be the diminished Roy from his final year here.

But I do agree the Timberwolves will be one of the most intriguing matchups of the season; possibly right up there with Miami and the Lakers although obviously for very different reasons.

 

[3RA1N1AC]

interesting fact...they havent actually signed roy yet

 

[Wizard Mentor]

I think Roy is going to be elite the first three weeks of the season, performing at an all-star level. Blazer nation will be in a panic that we cut him too early but then his knees will flare up and it’ll be the diminished Roy from his final year here.

I think you're right, on the offensive end of the floor.
On the defensive end, I expect he'll thoroughly suck from day 1.

 

[Draco]

interesting fact...they havent actually signed roy yet

Yes this is intriguing; I assumed they were trying to do some cap maneuvering first.... but now that Batum is matched there’s no reason to delay. The only way they could gain cap flexibility is if they don’t honor their offer to Roy; so I just don’t see why they would wait at all. Perhaps he has an extensive physical to take first?

 

[Sedatedfork]

Yes this is intriguing; I assumed they were trying to do some cap maneuvering first.... but now that Batum is matched there’s no reason to delay. The only way they could gain cap flexibility is if they don’t honor their offer to Roy; so I just don’t see why they would wait at all. Perhaps he has an extensive physical to take first?

Kahn's probably trying to find a way to sue the blazers for Roy's medical condition too

 

[Pinwheel1]

interesting fact...they havent actually signed roy yet

I doubt BRoy is to too worried about his contract. He is getting paid no matter what. I am sure he is being patient with them trying help them out with plan "e".

 

[BlazerCaravan]

interesting fact...they havent actually signed roy yet

Given the timing of their "We're gonna sign Roy you fools will see how awesome he is!" statement, I wonder if it was part of the bait to get Batum to sign Minny's offer sheet and shut down their market research... maybe Minny isn't so hot to get Roy now that his buddy Batum isn't joining him anymore.

 

[drexlersdad]

maybe Minny isn't so hot to get Roy now that his buddy Batum isn't joining him anymore.

or vice versa

 

[Draco]

I doubt BRoy is to too worried about his contract. He is getting paid no matter what. I am sure he is being patient with them trying help them out with plan "e".

Well he gets to keep over half of his new contract so I'm sure it's still important. NBA players have inflated self ego's and consider contracts to be sign of "respect"

 

[Pinwheel1]

Well he gets to keep over half of his new contract so I'm sure it's still important. NBA players have inflated self ego's and consider contracts to be sign of "respect"

True but when you are getting paid over $16 million before you even sign the additional contract , you can afford to be more patient as opposed to someone like Nic who was afraid to play for his National team because he was worried about getting hurt. We make fun of Khan, and deservedly so, but I doubt Brandon is worried about Khan going back on his word. Although it would be hilarious if he did.