Artest trade stuff HERE!! (merged)
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http://www.hoopshype.com/interviews/oneal_nebojsa.htm
Since when have the Kings been a running, flashy "ball-in-between-the-legs" type of a team? Not since 2003 from what I've seen. That's Phoenix/Seattle/Dallas/Cleveland/Milwaulkee/Atlanta/Denver. Never seen Peja regularly or sometimes do any "passing between the legs", either, lol.
I understand what JO said about Peja ("fitting into what we're doing"), team defense-wise, since he's not that good there/inconsistent. But his man-man defense isn't bad or medicore, it's been pretty solid and consistent for awhile.
Ron Artest also fits into the mold he's talking about.
Since when have the Kings been a running, flashy "ball-in-between-the-legs" type of a team? Not since 2003 from what I've seen. That's Phoenix/Seattle/Dallas/Cleveland/Milwaulkee/Atlanta/Denver. Never seen Peja regularly or sometimes do any "passing between the legs", either, lol.
I understand what JO said about Peja ("fitting into what we're doing"), team defense-wise, since he's not that good there/inconsistent. But his man-man defense isn't bad or medicore, it's been pretty solid and consistent for awhile.
Ron Artest also fits into the mold he's talking about.
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Kings113 said:
http://www.hoopshype.com/interviews/oneal_nebojsa.htm
Since when have the Kings been a running, flashy "ball-in-between-the-legs" type of a team? Not since 2003 from what I've seen. That's Phoenix/Seattle/Dallas/Cleveland/Milwaulkee/Atlanta/Denver. Never seen Peja regularly or sometimes do any "passing between the legs", either, lol.
I understand what JO said about Peja ("fitting into what we're doing"), team defense-wise, since he's not that good there/inconsistent. But his man-man defense isn't bad or medicore, it's been pretty solid and consistent for awhile.
Ron Artest also fits into the mold he's talking about.
Since when have the Kings been a running, flashy "ball-in-between-the-legs" type of a team? Not since 2003 from what I've seen. That's Phoenix/Seattle/Dallas/Cleveland/Milwaulkee/Atlanta/Denver. Never seen Peja regularly or sometimes do any "passing between the legs", either, lol.
I understand what JO said about Peja ("fitting into what we're doing"), team defense-wise, since he's not that good there/inconsistent. But his man-man defense isn't bad or medicore, it's been pretty solid and consistent for awhile.
Ron Artest also fits into the mold he's talking about.
Sounding almost real at this point.
http://www.pacersdigest.com/wishtv_011106.mov
Local indy TV ^
Atlanta Paper
WASHINGTON — Hawks forward Al Harrington was the owner of the league's best rumor prior to Wednesday night's game against Washington at the MCI Center. Harrington said he heard from people in Indiana that the Pacers and Clippers were close to finalizing a deal swapping Ron Artest for Corey Maggette. That deal, were it to happen, would finally put to rest the rumors that Harrington will be a part of a trade that frees Artest from the Pacers and the Pacers from their volatile and restless star. "Yeah, that would get it out of the water and off the Internet and all that nonsense," Harrington said. "But I've known for a couple of weeks now that nothing was going to happen with me. [Hawks general manager Billy Knight] told me that if there was going to be anything done he'd let me know. So it's been off of my mind for a while now." Harrington said he'll be happy for Artest, whenever he finally returns to the floor. And he's convinced that whatever team Artest suits up for will be dangerous. "Any team with a sane Ron Artest is going to be tough to deal with," Harrington said. "Any team with he's on with his mind right, is going to the playoffs and is going to make some noise. So it'll be good for Ron and for the Clippers."
Atlanta Journal Constituional
http://www.ajc.com/hawks/content/sports/hawks/stories/0112hawknot.html
Several other leaks from 'insiders' on Laker forums I think.
At this point I'll be surprised if it doesn't happen eventually.
http://www.pacersdigest.com/wishtv_011106.mov
Local indy TV ^
Atlanta Paper
WASHINGTON — Hawks forward Al Harrington was the owner of the league's best rumor prior to Wednesday night's game against Washington at the MCI Center. Harrington said he heard from people in Indiana that the Pacers and Clippers were close to finalizing a deal swapping Ron Artest for Corey Maggette. That deal, were it to happen, would finally put to rest the rumors that Harrington will be a part of a trade that frees Artest from the Pacers and the Pacers from their volatile and restless star. "Yeah, that would get it out of the water and off the Internet and all that nonsense," Harrington said. "But I've known for a couple of weeks now that nothing was going to happen with me. [Hawks general manager Billy Knight] told me that if there was going to be anything done he'd let me know. So it's been off of my mind for a while now." Harrington said he'll be happy for Artest, whenever he finally returns to the floor. And he's convinced that whatever team Artest suits up for will be dangerous. "Any team with a sane Ron Artest is going to be tough to deal with," Harrington said. "Any team with he's on with his mind right, is going to the playoffs and is going to make some noise. So it'll be good for Ron and for the Clippers."
Atlanta Journal Constituional
http://www.ajc.com/hawks/content/sports/hawks/stories/0112hawknot.html
Several other leaks from 'insiders' on Laker forums I think.
At this point I'll be surprised if it doesn't happen eventually.
Not that bad of a trade for Indy, if Maggz can come back this season. I saw on NBA.com he may be out the rest of the year if he has to get surgery after taking the next 6 weeks off.
Clippers with: E.T. and Artest? Man, that is playing with serious fireworks. If they don't meltdown, this team may end up winning the Pacific and contend for the title the next few years. Of course thats a BIG if. This may be bogus but this deal just sounds soo simple and right. Maybe the Pacers can swindle Chris Wilcox too?
Clippers with: E.T. and Artest? Man, that is playing with serious fireworks. If they don't meltdown, this team may end up winning the Pacific and contend for the title the next few years. Of course thats a BIG if. This may be bogus but this deal just sounds soo simple and right. Maybe the Pacers can swindle Chris Wilcox too?
15-20 teams? I seriously doubt it. As far as Walsh and Bird whittling down deals are concerned, that's pretty much spin doctoring at work. It's probable he'll eventually go somewhere, but it's gonna be a matter of taking the offer that sucks the least and not one that actually helps the Pacers IMHO.
http://www.realgm.com/src_wiretap_archives/38665/20060112/maggette_for_artest_a_dead_deal/
Never really did think the Maggette deal was legit, and really don't see IKE being traded.
Never really did think the Maggette deal was legit, and really don't see IKE being traded.
Can someone remind me again what the Kings have to lose by pursuing Artest? Come on, Petrie!!
I'm really really hoping that Petrie is just lowballing the Pacers with some poison pill of Williamson and Garcia or something like that, and we just haven't heard about it. If you look at the public statements, the only thing they're specific about is Peja for Artest isn't being discussed. Of course, this is just serious wishful thinking on my part.
Some people need to be talked off the ledge because the Kings are 14-20. I need to be talked off the ledge because the Kings don't seem to be pursuing one of the top players in the league.
I'm really really hoping that Petrie is just lowballing the Pacers with some poison pill of Williamson and Garcia or something like that, and we just haven't heard about it. If you look at the public statements, the only thing they're specific about is Peja for Artest isn't being discussed. Of course, this is just serious wishful thinking on my part.
Some people need to be talked off the ledge because the Kings are 14-20. I need to be talked off the ledge because the Kings don't seem to be pursuing one of the top players in the league.
Bonzi for Artest straight up works contractually and is "pre-approved" by JOneil. Gives them the player capable of playing defense they want who's partially overcome his "psych" image while here. For us "psych-wise" we'd be going from the frying pan to the fire with a similar type player as Bonzi but with 3 years left on his contract and not have to negotiate with Bonzi for a new one. You pay your money and take your chances.