tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919554729805931143.post8706385320885877039..comments2024-01-02T20:26:29.407-05:00Comments on The Real 2K Insider: How I would save the ClippersRashidihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15415749685735306421noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919554729805931143.post-85899518845755490022010-04-24T22:19:30.265-04:002010-04-24T22:19:30.265-04:00Where is your God now? Roy is back!Where is your God now? Roy is back!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919554729805931143.post-1825455749257212752010-04-24T22:12:02.424-04:002010-04-24T22:12:02.424-04:00This comment has been removed by the author.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17687245236270271999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919554729805931143.post-76459881369580902462010-04-24T09:29:56.270-04:002010-04-24T09:29:56.270-04:00Noah,
Kaman for Blatche would never happen becau...Noah, <br /><br />Kaman for Blatche would never happen because Blatche is the best bargain in the entire league. He only makes 3 million dollars next season, and 7 million over the next 2 seasons. That dwarfs the 11 million Kaman pulls in next season alone (not to mention the 23 million he's due over the next two seasons). Blatche more likely to be the better player two years from now as well.<br /><br />Drew Gooden is a free agent and they wouldn't need to release him. Korver is a free agent and they wouldn't need to trade for him.<br /><br />The Clippers are never going to attract a superstar FA like Melo. They're the Clippers. That's why they have to settle for next tier guys like David Lee. There's a reason why Baron Davis was the biggest contract they ever handed out in free agency, and it's not because the Donald is cheap.<br /><br />Last time the Clippers drafted a Euro they got SF Yaroslav Korolev. They're not drafting any Euros anytime soon.<br /><br />I don't think Lawrence Frank would be interested in the position, and while he's a great defensive coach, his offensive style doesn't fit what this team should be going for. Frank did start Jason Collins at PF for a year, after all. The Clippers are a little too young without many veterans or a high understanding of defense. It's a stark contrast from the vets he got to work with in New Jersey (don't forget Frank was the league's youngest coach until Erik Spoelstra came along). He might be a good coach but he's probably not the best guy for the job even if he wanted it.<br /><br />O.J. Mayo is too young and promising to be stuck in a sixth man role. Ginobili was 30 years old without any ego when he made the switch. A player trying to make his place in the league (and secure a big contract) is not going to settle for a role like that... plus I don't believe he or Gordon are versatile enough to run point for a running team. When are these guys gonna play on the court together? Getting Mayo only makes sense if you're giving up Gordon in the same deal.<br /><br />Ticket prices and national games aren't the GM's department. The only way to get more national games is to win more games.Rashidihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15415749685735306421noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919554729805931143.post-87487496337417966362010-04-24T08:51:28.990-04:002010-04-24T08:51:28.990-04:00Noah,
Something like that shouldn't happen. T...Noah,<br /><br />Something like that shouldn't happen. The idea is to get more athletic. Shooters are useless. Look at the LA LAKERS. No shooters whatsoever.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919554729805931143.post-54067059481663878072010-04-24T02:02:56.255-04:002010-04-24T02:02:56.255-04:00Using your ideas:
Chris Kaman for Washington Powe...Using your ideas:<br /><br />Chris Kaman for Washington Power forward Andray Blatche. This gives us the versatility and to decrease the average age of our team. That way with Blake Griffin we can become the Oklahoma City Thunder by next season.<br /><br />Also the team needs to release Drew Gooden.<br /><br />Get Kyle Korver or Jason Kapono:<br />Again you want shooters? I suggest trading draft picks for them and a filler and possibly some cash. That way they get the best three point shooters in NBA history if i believe (Korver was hovering around 55% and Kapono once broke the record for three point shooting).<br /><br />Get at least one mentor.<br /><br />Michael Finley can fill the void and become the shooting coach of the team if he decides to retire. <br /><br />Do not attempt to fish for a FA, not this offseason.<br /><br />Build it slightly first, then try to nab Carmelo Anthony. A Melo/Griffin/Davis tandem could be a potential dynasty. Especially if they bring in the shooters.<br /><br />Clippers Drafting.<br /><br />This could potentially turn Clippers into Portland 2.0. If they get John Wall, great, however I suggest aiming for a European prospect or hope Gordon Haywood from Butler declares. He's got aggressiveness that Adam Morrison lacks, and he has the same shooting touch. He may be tall and lanky, but the Clippers as you said need a versatile SF. <br /><br />Coaching Change.<br /><br />With Mike Dunlevey gone, I would get Lawerence Frank. You yourself Rashidi have described him to be a basketball mastermind. He had the Nets 12th best in the league in defense when they had a crap lineup. If that idiot Sterling isn't too stingy, they should be looking to pick him up.<br /><br />Trades (again).<br /><br />Try to buff trades for more draft picks. This is potentially risky (Kevin McHale) but it could easily gain a lot of rewards too. <br /><br />OJ Mayo in becoming the franchise player... or sixth Men.<br /><br />With Blake Griffin back, the Clippers should adopt a San Antonio strategy. With the athleticism and game-winning blocks and defensive prowess that Blake Griffin possesses to anchor a team defense. OJ Mayo should come off the bench. A Manu Ginobli role. This should happen if the European prospect doesn't fly.<br /><br />Renew interest into the team.<br /><br />Charge less for ticket prices, try to get Nationally televised TV games. This increase the revenue dramatically and should allow a spike in ticket prices come playoff time.Noahnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919554729805931143.post-6327372021815697892010-04-23T23:31:15.545-04:002010-04-23T23:31:15.545-04:00If I were the clippers, I would try to do a sign a...If I were the clippers, I would try to do a sign and trade for an actual shooting guard. For example James Hayden, or build the frontcourt better. Try to get Troy Murphy.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919554729805931143.post-88940826490720472932010-04-23T19:55:51.189-04:002010-04-23T19:55:51.189-04:00Sounds like a good plan, but I don't know how ...Sounds like a good plan, but I don't know how serious a team the Clippers are ever going to be with a cheap owner who only cares if he makes a profit, no matter how small, over a winning team. I'd trade Kaman in a second though.<br /><br />About the Mavs... they won't ever really need fixing with Cuban as owner. He puts the team ahead of his money always and will always make trades and sign players if it improves the team. They may not win a title with the team they have, but the team can go far every year as long as Dirk keeps up his quality of play.Shelbnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919554729805931143.post-75403959546869819232010-04-23T11:38:59.536-04:002010-04-23T11:38:59.536-04:00...What about the Mavericks needs fixing anyway? ......What about the Mavericks needs fixing anyway? They just made a mid-season trade and have won 50+ games the entire decade. They have a solid starting core that is locked up for the next two years. Not to mention 9 out of 13 players have contracts for next season.<br /><br />I'd give Dampier priority over Haywood, because I think Haywood's going to get a big contract from someone and he was only a backup in Dallas. Damp will be cheaper and a lot more willing to sign a 1-2 year deal. If Cuban wants to splurge and bring back Haywood, great. They could bring back Drew Gooden since he wasn't a bad fit.<br /><br />Aside from the centers, Eduardo Najera and Tim Thomas (out for year w/ personal reasons) are the only other free agents. Najera can be brought back at the vet's minimum, while Thomas probably isn't coming back to the league.<br /><br />They could bring back James Singleton or even DJ Mbenga. In any event we're talking about the 12th man so it doesn't matter too much in the grand scheme.Rashidihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15415749685735306421noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919554729805931143.post-90246977608650441352010-04-23T11:24:06.995-04:002010-04-23T11:24:06.995-04:00Dampier is a better post defender than Haywood. H...Dampier is a better post defender than Haywood. Haywood is a better shotblocker and team defender, but that doesn't help when Duncan is posting up 20 times per game on offense.Rashidihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15415749685735306421noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919554729805931143.post-2268655856141494472010-04-22T17:51:15.744-04:002010-04-22T17:51:15.744-04:00I'd be interested in hearing how you'd fix...I'd be interested in hearing how you'd fix the Mavericks? Im thinking give it 1 more year with Haywood at center and Damp gone, and then if they can't do it trade Dirk finally.<br /><br />Oh and would you start Haywood over Damp now and give him starters minutes? I'm sick of Damp getting burn at C just because he's familiar with Duncan, Haywood is a better C regardless of experience. And he can play 30 minutes without being exhausted the rest of the week.D Pizzlenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919554729805931143.post-89988842364063037712010-04-22T10:24:42.005-04:002010-04-22T10:24:42.005-04:00The Clippers would only have two rookies - Blake G...The Clippers would only have two rookies - Blake Griffin, and whichever high lottery pick they end up with. I don't think even Brown could bench the #1 overall pick.<br /><br />I can't foresee anyone WANTING to take the Clippers job just to bench Blake Griffin.<br /><br />Besides, coaching an olympic team ain't exactly the same as coaching the Clippers.Rashidihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15415749685735306421noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4919554729805931143.post-59311425828781611052010-04-22T08:53:00.913-04:002010-04-22T08:53:00.913-04:00If they sign Larry Brown, he isn't going to pl...If they sign Larry Brown, he isn't going to play rookies. Remember he gave Shawn Marion, and Lamar Odom minutes over LeBron in the Olympics.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com