I honestly don't see anything happening. At least none of the trade rumors we have heard thus far. We just need to get and stay healthy.
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Bob Souza - 23rd February, 2005 0:23 AM
Two-time NBA Executive of the Year Geoff Petrie may be up to something. Then again, maybe he’s not.
The man gives nothing away. Owners Joe and Gavin Maloof have finally given up trying to lever out any juicy information. Even his wife admits to having learned of one trade by reading the newspaper.
His reasoning is simple, Petrie says. He never discusses a deal until it becomes fact.
“First of all, having been an ex-player, I don’t think it’s right to be throwing players’ names out there, particularly if it’s just a matter of speculation or a wish-list kind of thing,” he said. “I think it’s a sign of disrespect”.
Okay.
With that in mind, we are left to our own bad manner of speculation.
“On The BLOCK”
It’s no secret the Kings could use some big-time rebounding and defensive help. The offense is still quite capable, both inside and out, when the team has it all together.
Peja Stojakovic was pathetically clear in his pre-season ramblings about going elsewhere. And by the way he has been tap-dancing around the probing questions lately, even Fred Astaire would have been impressed. Seems he has not had any change of heart. He is the most likely to go.
One scenario has Stojakovic, along with Bobby Jackson, going to the Lakers for Lamar Odom. Jackson has been injured a lot the last couple of years, and apparently had lost a half step when the season began. Wow.
Another one: Stojakovic, Jackson, and Kevin Martin to Boston for Paul Pierce. Boom. Never gonna happen. Does nothing to address the defensive problems. Nice try, though.
Or this: Stojakovic, and Matt Barnes to Denver for… are you ready? Carmelo Anthony, Nene, and Greg Buckner. Well, we can dream, can’t we?
Other Possibilities
Chris Webber has not been shy about his fancy to someday toil for Isiah Thomas in New York. Will he get his wish so soon? Maybe.
Would the Knicks be willing to send Stephon Marbury and Kurt Thomas to Utah in exhange for Raul Lopez? In addition, they would get Webber, and the Kings come away with Carlos Boozer and Matt Harpring from the Jazz. Now we’re really getting crazy. Stop it.
Outlook
Despite their recent woes, the Kings believe they have all the parts they need to contend again. Injuries have played a major role in the season so far, and lack of practice time with newcomer Cuttino Mobley has made it difficult for Rick Adelman to assimilate him into the flow of the offense. It has also reduced some of the play-calling options.
These are veteran players who understand the peaks and valleys of a long season, and the preparation needed for the playoffs. They appear to be close enough, personnel wise, where a huge change is probably not worth the risk. Based on their performances, Brad Miller and Mike Bibby are untouchable, and the bench has been very effective. I don’t foresee any big swaps.
Then again, with Petrie in charge – we won’t know until it happens.
kings.realgm.com/articles.phtml?aid=145
Bob Souza - 23rd February, 2005 0:23 AM
Two-time NBA Executive of the Year Geoff Petrie may be up to something. Then again, maybe he’s not.
The man gives nothing away. Owners Joe and Gavin Maloof have finally given up trying to lever out any juicy information. Even his wife admits to having learned of one trade by reading the newspaper.
His reasoning is simple, Petrie says. He never discusses a deal until it becomes fact.
“First of all, having been an ex-player, I don’t think it’s right to be throwing players’ names out there, particularly if it’s just a matter of speculation or a wish-list kind of thing,” he said. “I think it’s a sign of disrespect”.
Okay.
With that in mind, we are left to our own bad manner of speculation.
“On The BLOCK”
It’s no secret the Kings could use some big-time rebounding and defensive help. The offense is still quite capable, both inside and out, when the team has it all together.
Peja Stojakovic was pathetically clear in his pre-season ramblings about going elsewhere. And by the way he has been tap-dancing around the probing questions lately, even Fred Astaire would have been impressed. Seems he has not had any change of heart. He is the most likely to go.
One scenario has Stojakovic, along with Bobby Jackson, going to the Lakers for Lamar Odom. Jackson has been injured a lot the last couple of years, and apparently had lost a half step when the season began. Wow.
Another one: Stojakovic, Jackson, and Kevin Martin to Boston for Paul Pierce. Boom. Never gonna happen. Does nothing to address the defensive problems. Nice try, though.
Or this: Stojakovic, and Matt Barnes to Denver for… are you ready? Carmelo Anthony, Nene, and Greg Buckner. Well, we can dream, can’t we?
Other Possibilities
Chris Webber has not been shy about his fancy to someday toil for Isiah Thomas in New York. Will he get his wish so soon? Maybe.
Would the Knicks be willing to send Stephon Marbury and Kurt Thomas to Utah in exhange for Raul Lopez? In addition, they would get Webber, and the Kings come away with Carlos Boozer and Matt Harpring from the Jazz. Now we’re really getting crazy. Stop it.
Outlook
Despite their recent woes, the Kings believe they have all the parts they need to contend again. Injuries have played a major role in the season so far, and lack of practice time with newcomer Cuttino Mobley has made it difficult for Rick Adelman to assimilate him into the flow of the offense. It has also reduced some of the play-calling options.
These are veteran players who understand the peaks and valleys of a long season, and the preparation needed for the playoffs. They appear to be close enough, personnel wise, where a huge change is probably not worth the risk. Based on their performances, Brad Miller and Mike Bibby are untouchable, and the bench has been very effective. I don’t foresee any big swaps.
Then again, with Petrie in charge – we won’t know until it happens.
