The Knicks’ strategy that may net under-the-radar Blazers stud

[SlyPokerDog]

PORTLAND, Ore. — While the focus has been on Phil Jackson signing another superstar such as Portland’s LaMarcus Aldridge, there’s a feeling in the league the Zen Master could be wise to spread his cap money to sign a bevy of solid contributors who fall below marquee status.

In fact, the Blazers have a diamond in the rough in starting 6-foot-5 shooting guard Wesley Matthews, a broad-shouldered stalwart defender who has a deft perimeter-shooting touch and will become a free agent July 1. Matthews, who scored 26 points in 26 minutes in the Blazers’ 101-79 win over the Knicks on Sunday night, is making $7.2 million this season and probably will command $10 million per on the open market.

Asked if he’s looking forward to free agency after going undrafted five years ago, Matthews told The Post: “Definitely, but for now I’m a Trail Blazer. It’s the only thing I see. I’m really not thinking about it.’’

The Blazers, who played host to the Knicks Sunday, reportedly intend to re-sign both Matthews and Aldridge.

Matthews, 28, made his defensive reputation in his rookie year in Utah but has expanded his game in Portland. He’s averaging 16.4 points, shooting 47.8 percent from the field and 39.8 percent from beyond the arc.
The only plus for NBA teams hoping Matthews will leave Portland is the old regime, and not current Portland general manager Neil Olshey, acquired Matthews.

http://nypost.com/2014/12/29/the-knicks-strategy-that-may-net-under-the-radar-blazers-stud/

 

[SlyPokerDog]

NY fans would love Wes!

But I hope to hell we keep him here in Portland.

 

[KeepOnRollin]

Can't wait for Nate to chew you a nice one on this.

And if Wes left POR it wouldn't be for NY.

 

[SlyPokerDog]

Can't wait for Nate to chew you a nice one on this.

I didn't paste the entire article.

 

[julius]

Yeah, I'm sure Wesley wants to go to that train wreck of a franchise.

 

[BlazerDuckSeahawkFan94]

Lol New York

 

[KeepOnRollin]

I didn't paste the entire article.

LOL if I post the whole article except the last sentence I don't think ignorance is going to cut it as an excuse.

I know you are a gambling man but 25% is the accepted rule.

Not my hide though. Be the outlaw!

 

[magnifier661]

Is New York after all our players

 

[KeepOnRollin]

Is New York after all our players

Yes....




And everyone elses.

 

[magnifier661]

Yes....




And everyone elses.

I sure hope Olshey ties them all up this summer. No gambling with our future!

 

[PDXFonz]

Hahahahahah the NY post has no shame. Of course they write this article after W3$ Shit on them last night!

 

[SlyPokerDog]

Is New York after all our players

The Blazers were without free-agent-to-be LaMarcus Aldridge (illness) but their other less-heralded free agent, shooting guard Wesley Matthews lit up the Knicks for 26 points in 26 minutes, bagging six 3-pointers to lead the rout.

http://nypost.com/2014/12/28/carmelo-pulled-with-aching-knee-in-knicks-8th-straight-loss/

 

[Boise Blazer]

Geez I HOPE we can sign him for 10 mil. But I seriously doubt that will happen

 

[BlazerCaravan]

The NY Post writes about opposing teams' players like a 15 year old writing One Direction fanfic.

 

[SlyPokerDog]

LOL if I post the whole article except the last sentence I don't think ignorance is going to cut it as an excuse.

I know you are a gambling man but 25% is the accepted rule.

Not my hide though. Be the outlaw!

I was on press row with the guy who wrote the article. We're buddies.

 

[BlazerCaravan]

I was on press row with the guy who wrote the article. We're buddies.

Your new username should be SlyHumbleBrag.

 

[SlyPokerDog]

Your new username should be SlyHumbleBrag.

Hahahahaha!

Rep'd!

 

[Fez Hammersticks]

Neil has his hands full this summer.

 

[BlazerDuckSeahawkFan94]

I was on press row with the guy who wrote the article. We're buddies.

 

[KeepOnRollin]

Only if Nate's new one can be NateBahHumbug

 

[SlyPokerDog]

Your new username should be SlyHumbleBrag.

FYI, I made that up. I have no idea if he was at the game and if he was he was sitting on the 100 level press row. I just found out last night 100 level press row gets free candy bars and snacks. I took at bad of almonds when Brian and I visited there last night.

 

[SlyPokerDog]

Thanks for the offer, I'm flattered but I don't swing that way.

 

[Boise Blazer]

So let me get this straight... Houston is down by a dozen, Harden has 18 points and the crowd starts up an MVP chant with Harden at the line? Fucking morons.

 

[crowTrobot]

Geez I HOPE we can sign him for 10 mil. But I seriously doubt that will happen

I assume he's not going to re-sign for less than Batum is making lol

 

[SlyPokerDog]

So let me get this straight... Houston is down by a dozen, Harden has 18 points and the crowd starts up an MVP chant with Harden at the line? Fucking morons.

A bit random for this thread but I agree.

 

[BlazerDuckSeahawkFan94]

Thanks for the offer, I'm flattered but I don't swing that way.

OH THAT'S TOO BAD!!

 

[Boise Blazer]

Damn it wrong thread

 

[BlazerCaravan]

I assume he's not going to re-sign for less than Batum is making lol

Olshey: "we're prepared to give you ten million a year."
Matthews: "I want what Nico got."
Olshey: "Trust me you don't"
Matthews: "I'm pretty sure I do."
Neil (gets on the phone): "This is Neil. Yeah, make it look like an accident"
Matthews: "Ten million sounds great."

 

[BlazerDuckSeahawkFan94]

Olshey: "we're prepared to give you ten million a year."
Matthews: "I want what Nico got."
Olshey: "Trust me you don't"
Matthews: "I'm pretty sure I do."
Neil (gets on the phone): "This is Neil. Yeah, make it look like an accident"
Matthews: "Ten million sounds great."

Question, if a player dies does their contract come off the books?

 

[BlazerCaravan]

Question, if a player dies does their contract come off the books?

I think so, as if from a medical retirement... the injury in this case is death.