(04-15-2024, 02:58 PM)SkenfromLMF Wrote: You asked what THJ has that Grayson Allen does not (actually the reverse regarding flaws). The flaw on Grayson Allen is that he is among (probably #1) the dirtiest/most hated current players in the NBA, and I can't stand the other Morris. Grayson Allen would foul out EVERY game as a Maverick.

What THJ has...
THJ has an emotional attachment from mark to keep on the roster so that he can claim a win on the Porzingas trade, much as Powell has had an emotional attachment to keep on the roster to show a win over the Rondo fiasco.

(04-14-2024, 09:01 PM)youzigizag Wrote: Whats funny is I think THJ should excel with this squad.  And I want him to.  I just think he cant overcome the need/want to launch the rock the second he receives it.

Im actually rooting for this guy big time, despite what my posts suggest.  He has one of the best looking shots in the league...he just needs to work on decision making with the rock.

(04-15-2024, 07:43 PM)RGP1981 Wrote: THJ + a 1st round pick for Herbert Jones would be brilliant.

Then sign Caleb Martin in FA if possible.

G: Kyrie, Exum
G: Herb, Green, Hardy
F: Luka, Martin, O-max
F: PJ, Kleber
C: Gafford, Lively

I would also ship THJ out if a swap for Isaiah Stewart or Naz Reid could be done.

Maybe even for Duncan Robinson, to have a better shooter than THJ off the bench.

(04-15-2024, 08:00 PM)Scott41theMavs Wrote: All of those trade possibilities would include Nico somehow hypnotizing the other team into a trade that was bad for them. So, yeah, that sure would be "brilliant." Would probably have to involve some blackmail photos or something.

(04-15-2024, 06:22 PM)WillE Wrote: Huh, that's funny - same with me!

I too would like him to succeed and was happy for him before the trade, as he delivered in a good role for him.

However, the trade reduced his role on and his perspective with this team. While he can still be a serviceable player that is good to have for a deep playoffs run at least as an emergency option in case of injuries to other scorers, also he himself should be hoping to be shipped elsewhere for next season.

(04-15-2024, 08:00 PM)Scott41theMavs Wrote: All of those trade possibilities would include Nico somehow hypnotizing the other team into a trade that was bad for them. So, yeah, that sure would be "brilliant." Would probably have to involve some blackmail photos or something.

(04-15-2024, 09:18 PM)youzigizag Wrote: There seems to be a frequent amount of posts on RealGM over the season about Herb Jones and Jaden McDaniels possibly being gettable due to cap squeezes.

Dont bark at me for not know those teams situation.   I just dont know why I would see frequent posts about those two being possibly gettable.   I agree with you...it doesnt seem like they should be based on modern NBA need for lengthy, shut down defenders.   McDaniels can shoot a 3 decently too.   I dont know if Herb Jones shot has improved.  His offensive game used to be weak like DFS...but a poster on here claims he watches NO often and Herb Jones isnt weak on offense anymore...or at least isnt bad offensively like DFS was when putting the ball on the floor.

Thats fine...the internet can play me when it wants.  But assuming this is all real...why would posters waste time discussing moving those guys if it was a pipe dream?

(04-15-2024, 09:13 PM)youzigizag Wrote: Honestly...Im so sick of harping on THJ that I am actually a huge fan of his.  Always wanted him to succeed.

In a perfect world he could take Kyle Kuzma's spot in Washington.   I want THJ to be happy.

(04-16-2024, 03:12 AM)Mapka Wrote: He would hate that. He took less money to not go to that situation.

(04-16-2024, 03:12 AM)Mapka Wrote: He would hate that. He took less money to not go to that situation.

(04-16-2024, 09:39 AM)SleepingHero Wrote: NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral)
Anfernee Simons is tired of losing

“We don't want to have another year like this. My sixth year is done now, going into year seven, I want to have the opportunity to win.”

(04-16-2024, 12:01 PM)SleepingHero Wrote: @ShamsCharania
Bucks’ Bobby Portis on @Stadium: “When I got hints of it, I’m like, ain’t no way I’m getting traded for...excuse my French, that’s my guy, I love competing against him...but I shouldn’t get traded for Grant Williams. That don’t even sound right.”

Bobby Portis is even dogging on Grant sheesh.

(04-16-2024, 08:41 AM)youzigizag Wrote: I cant argue against your post since I have heard that he did do that.

There is so much I want to say but it becomes across as THJ bashing.

All I will say is that his regular season behavior does not suggest he wants to play winning ball, nor not want to be a part of the headlining show.

He has a demoralizing shot, the guy can shoot the rock...just wish he would choose/think pass over taking so many contested shots.

(04-16-2024, 12:01 PM)SleepingHero Wrote: @ShamsCharania
Bucks’ Bobby Portis on @Stadium: “When I got hints of it, I’m like, ain’t no way I’m getting traded for...excuse my French, that’s my guy, I love competing against him...but I shouldn’t get traded for Grant Williams. That don’t even sound right.”

Bobby Portis is even dogging on Grant sheesh.

(04-16-2024, 02:42 PM)SkenfromLMF Wrote: I think THJ MIGHT be open to moving to a "get my shot" situation. He is an expiring contract and the best way to get paid on his next contract is to put up the numbers that say he is a solid #2 scoring threat. I would have rather that happen here over the last 2 seasons, but neither efficiency nor consistency is on his calling card. He needs to be in a situation where production trumps efficiency and the team does not suffer from his confidence. Tha, Kyrie and our bigs. Shots do not gravitate to him as they have and his shooting (already on the border of average quality) dropped. I do at is unfortunately not a team with Lukappreciate THJ, but I also appreciate the fact that his salary cannot simply evaporate in the summer of '25.