Regardless of what position Davis and Anderson are labeled under ... how is Pekovic going to be on the court in the last seconds of the game on this future Pelicans team? We can't take Davis or Anderson off the court with the game on the line. If coach thinks they can all be on the court, I'd be cool with it, but I just can't see how we wouldn't be at a disadvantage vs. a team with athletic swingmen (which is pretty much the playoffs)
Our $$ has to be spent on our backcourt.
How much would you pay for Nikola Peković?
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02-06-2013, 09:21 PMPrimetime
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02-06-2013, 10:07 PMPaul Overt
The money should be spent on a SF!
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02-06-2013, 10:13 PMSnarlyPekovic is the answer. You go with the guy who can create his own offense, rebound, and shoot a high percentage late in games.Quote:
Originally Posted by Primetime
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02-07-2013, 04:41 PMLAedwardo87
Would love to have that monster down low. I'm sick of teams scoring in the post so easily on us. I like Lopez, but if we could get Pek I would be fine moving Robin to fill some more pressing needs.
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02-07-2013, 05:19 PMAD23forMVPIf that's what you want I'm not really sure Pek is the guy for that.Quote:
Originally Posted by LAedwardo87
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02-08-2013, 03:17 PMLAedwardo87No? I don't really know how he fairs on defense. I would assume he would be a solid anchor in the post and allow AD to roam around and get blocks. But he would definitely be a big upgrade in offense and rebounding.Quote:
Originally Posted by AD23forMVP
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02-08-2013, 03:21 PMLuke's Pelicans
I will never understand the love for Pekovic on this board. We need to spend our money on a SF... Robin Lopez's deal is great and we don't need to move him now.
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02-09-2013, 10:32 AMBiasvasospasm
"We need to spend on a SF" sounds great in the abstract, but what are you really saying? Your options are
1. Spend the entirety of the $15-16 million on Iguodala (if he exercises his ETO) or Josh Smith (if you are operating under the same delusion that he is a perimeter player that he is). Luol Deng is probably available for our pick, and is also priced in this tier. I don't necessarily agree with doing this for a couple of reasons, but okay.
2. Spend a smaller sum (like probably 5-6 million) on a guy like Cory Brewer, Earl Clark, Chase Budinger or Nick Young and use the remainder of cap space on a guy like Jeff Teague around like 9 million per. I don't think this represents a massive improvement, but it's certainly a realistic option.
3. Bargain-bin hunt. The Aminus, Martell Websters, Dorrell Wrights of the world should cost around 2-3 million per year. Unless we we feel like having a very depressing offseason, this would be paired with a big signing like Pekovic or Brandon Jennings.
4. Trade some asset for another small forward. This could be paired with option 3. Our tradable assets at this point in time in decreasing value are Ryan Anderson, our 1st round pick, Robin Lopez or Greivis Vasquez (not sure who is more valuable to teams), Jason Smith, Eric Gordon (may have negative value), Austin Rivers (may have negative value). This expands our options significantly depending on who we trade.
5. Draft a guy. This isn't really spending, and would need to be paired with one or more of the above.
I guess I typed this out because I got frustrated with the vagueness of "pay a small forward". There's more than one way to build a team, but there are few good options at small forward for us to throw much money at in the current free agency market. -
02-09-2013, 10:39 AMBallSoHardHow much would you pay for Nikola Peković?
Supposedly Evan Turner is on the block.
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02-09-2013, 10:41 AMUNO Gracias
People talk about how Granger would be a bad pick up because he is pushing 30, and is a fringe all star. What the hell is Andre Iguodala? He is also pushing 30, has been to 1 all star game, and instead of Granger's ability to hit the long ball you are trading that in for AI's def. and jumping?
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02-09-2013, 10:42 AMInner_GIIt's true... I'd rather vomit than crap my pants. lol I don't think I want to pay 15-17 million for Vomit though.Quote:
Originally Posted by UNO Gracias
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02-09-2013, 10:48 AMUNO GraciasQuote:
Originally Posted by Inner_GI
But you would pay $15-$17 to crap your pants. -
02-09-2013, 10:49 AMBIGBREEDDude, you can't compare Granger to Iguodala! Smh....Quote:
Originally Posted by UNO Gracias
I'll pass on both but if I had to choose, I'll take Iggy! -
02-09-2013, 10:50 AMBiasvasospasmThat's an interesting thought. What do you think they'd want?Quote:
Originally Posted by BallSoHard
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02-09-2013, 11:05 AMUNO GraciasQuote:
Originally Posted by BIGBREED
It's not that hard to compare the two. I think some people have this false sense of amazement with AI, but they are the same guy. 1 all star appearance between them. Both excell at one thing. Hurray! -
02-09-2013, 11:32 AMBIGBREEDI don't know what you look at or even know how much you understand basic basketball info, butQuote:
Originally Posted by UNO Gracias
Iggy is more athletic, better defender, more versatile as a player, more impactful offensively and defensively to any team. Iggy has better footwork, more speed on the wing and on the break, plus his game is well respected in the Basketball community to have been selected to represent the USA men's basketball team as a member!
Granger has had a pretty good career but he's an overachiever! Great guy who's maxed out on his abilities. Gotta love that about him, but he and Iggy are not the same buddy! #StopIt -
02-09-2013, 11:50 AMPurple HazeThis is just wrong, wrong wrong. I feel like you would be the guy that ranks QBs in the NFL via Superbowl wins.Quote:
Originally Posted by UNO Gracias
Go read this:
http://www.cbssports.com/nba/blog/ey...andre-iguodala -
02-09-2013, 12:01 PMUNO Gracias
I am assuming you guys don't follow Granger, so we will leave it there.
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02-09-2013, 12:05 PMPurple Haze
Great deflection. :hihi:
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02-09-2013, 12:14 PMInner_GINo way Granger is worth 15-17 million.Quote:
Originally Posted by UNO Gracias
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02-09-2013, 12:18 PMUNO Gracias
Never said Granger is worth $15-$17 mil. He is worth $12-$13 based on what he gives you on offense, and defense, but he is not an elite player. And neither is AI.
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02-09-2013, 12:27 PMEman5805
Main difference between Granger and Iggy is that Granger's health is a serious concern. Iggy's is not. And Iggy is probably the best perimeter defender in the league, even now. That won't be going anywhere in a year or two.
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02-09-2013, 12:31 PMUNO GraciasQuote:
Originally Posted by Eman5805
Granger's health is an issue now, but his shot is what has made his career, not speed, or hops. -
02-09-2013, 12:33 PMBIGBREEDAnd it's obvious that while following Granger, you never left the state of Indiana!Quote:
Originally Posted by UNO Gracias
FYI:
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02-09-2013, 12:34 PMEman5805I know. I'm just saying. But good as a healthy Granger is, I don't think anyone would say he's the best in the league at anything.Quote:
Originally Posted by UNO Gracias