DeAndre Jordan - Page 8 - Dallas-Mavs.com Forums

Underdog · 07-02-2015, 03:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rimrocker

Not trying to start an argument with anyone but it appears there aren't many options because the ideas aren't exactly pouring out.

Yep, the ideas aren't pouring out because there really aren't any other options... We're all-in on DeAndre Jordan at this point.

I can't believe how quickly the FA market dried up before the big names even made their decisions -- we're not even 48 hours into this thing and it's almost over.

rimrocker · 07-02-2015, 03:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Underdog

Yep, the ideas aren't pouring out because there really aren't any other options... We're all-in on DeAndre Jordan at this point.

I can't believe how quickly the FA market dried up before the big names even made their decisions -- we're not even 48 hours into this thing and it's almost over.

And the problem we have no trade pieces other than trade exceptions and that won't go far.

We really seem to be at the DJ/Matthews or bust point.
The latter should motivate Cuban to start thinking about rebuilding from scratch.
Can't just throw a bunch of scraps around Dirk and expect anything at this point.

rimrocker · 07-02-2015, 03:42 PM

Who is the best Center realistically left and available either FA or trade?

bunkmoreland · 07-02-2015, 03:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Underdog

Yep, the ideas aren't pouring out because there really aren't any other options... We're all-in on DeAndre Jordan at this point.

I can't believe how quickly the FA market dried up before the big names even made their decisions -- we're not even 48 hours into this thing and it's almost over.

Did anyone understand that everybody would sing this quickly? Do we know exactly why? Last year wasn't like this, right?
I would be interested in reading a post-free agency period article on what the hell people think happened.

bobatundi · 07-02-2015, 03:47 PM

Lebron hasn't signed yet, has he? Isn't his agent named Maverick?

Bryan_Wilson · 07-02-2015, 03:47 PM

I think the quick signing is because neither LMA or DJ based on their destinations changes the landscape of things. Last year Melo and Bron and Bosh all could have potentially left the East and made it to the west to stacked teams. This year it's just 2 guys who for the most part just may move from one playoff contender to the other.

rimrocker · 07-02-2015, 03:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bunkmoreland

Did anyone understand that everybody would sing this quickly? Do we know exactly why? Last year wasn't like this, right?
I would be interested in reading a post-free agency period article on what the hell people think happened.

Usually the dominos fall after the big fish sign.
Not sure what the hurry was but DJ is really hosing this thing up for everyone and unfortunately he was probably our biggest target.

We simply can't catch a break.

I'm just wondering now what kind of pieces we can put around DJ even if he does sign and Matthews doesn't or even vise versa.

purplefrog · 07-02-2015, 03:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rimrocker

Who is the best Center realistically left and available either FA or trade?

Koufos... Biyombo... Amare...Hansbrough (more of a PF)..maybe Jordan Hill.

Bryan_Wilson · 07-02-2015, 03:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by purplefrog

Koufos... Biyombo... Amare...Hansbrough (more of a PF)..maybe Jordan Hill.

There is not enough liquor in dfw after reading this.

FreshJive · 07-02-2015, 03:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rimrocker

Who is the best Center realistically left and available either FA or trade?

Probably Hibbert, as you suggested. Have RoLo, Monroe, and O'Quinn finalized any deals yet? The Memphis backup might be available.

purplefrog · 07-02-2015, 03:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bryan_Wilson

There is not enough liquor in dfw after reading this.

I should have added Robin Lopez and perhaps you might also add Larry Sanders or Emeka Okafor. Not sure if either of those last two are ever going to play another minute of NBA ball.

purplefrog · 07-02-2015, 04:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FreshJive

Probably Hibbert, as you suggested. Have RoLo, Monroe, and O'Quinn finalized any deals yet? The Memphis backup might be available.

Monroe committed to the Bucks. O'Quinn is available as a RF. Koufos has been the Grizz back up.

rimrocker · 07-02-2015, 04:01 PM

So we need:

Starting Center
Starting PG
Starting SG
Backup PF
Backup Center
Backup SF

Looks to me we will be rebuilding no matter how you look at it.

Dtownsfinest · 07-02-2015, 04:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FreshJive

Probably Hibbert, as you suggested. Have RoLo, Monroe, and O'Quinn finalized any deals yet? The Memphis backup might be available.

Yeah I was thinking O'Quinn and Memphis' backup as probably two guys still left and they are probably going to be expensive.

Dtownsfinest · 07-02-2015, 04:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rimrocker

So we need:

Starting Center
Starting PG
Starting SG
Backup PF
Backup Center
Backup SF

Looks to me we will be rebuilding no matter how you look at it.

That's what I was thinking. It looks like we are going to be forced to rebuild.

Dtownsfinest · 07-02-2015, 04:03 PM

I wouldn't be opposed to bringing Amare back.....but it would be a waste of time if you don't think you can contend.

Underdog · 07-02-2015, 04:14 PM

D.Lord: Mavs Trade Ideas: 3 DeAndre/Wes Spitballs

Melonhead · 07-02-2015, 04:25 PM

What other SG are out there?

Dtownsfinest · 07-02-2015, 04:27 PM

I've heard nothing about Tobias Harris. Isn't he a 3/4 type? I guess with Parsons that kind of kills any interest in him but man I love his potential.

purplefrog · 07-02-2015, 04:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Melonhead

What other SG are out there?

I see the following still available (there may be more):
Lou Williams
Marco Bellinelli
Dwyane Wade
JR Smith
Reggie Jackson
Rodney Stuckey
Gerald Green
Corey Brewer
Gary Neal
Barbosa
Wayne Ellington
Marcus Thornton
John Jenkins
JET

Bryan_Wilson · 07-02-2015, 04:38 PM

Didn't see this posted anywhere and I missed it till now

Jared Zwerling-

Quote:

Attending DeAndre Jordan's meeting today with the Clippers will be Ballmer, Zucker and Rivers. No players. CP3 & Blake already talked to DJ.

https://twitter.com/JaredZwerling/st...70048539799554

purplefrog · 07-02-2015, 04:53 PM

DeAndre will be a Maverick!

Thukydides · 07-02-2015, 04:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bryan_Wilson

Didn't see this posted anywhere and I missed it till now

Jared Zwerling-

https://twitter.com/JaredZwerling/st...70048539799554

this could mean both: either they are sure anyway, that he´ll return, or they don´t care and Parsons could make a late push..

FINtastic · 07-02-2015, 05:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jared Zwerling

Attending DeAndre Jordan's meeting today with the Clippers will be Ballmer, Zucker and Rivers. No players. CP3 & Blake already talked to DJ.

Looks like some video of Ballmer getting prepped for the meeting has already gotten leaked:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wvsboPUjrGc

FINtastic · 07-02-2015, 05:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Underdog

Yep, the ideas aren't pouring out because there really aren't any other options... We're all-in on DeAndre Jordan at this point.

I can't believe how quickly the FA market dried up before the big names even made their decisions -- we're not even 48 hours into this thing and it's almost over.

I can't remember a free agency where this much action happened so quickly.

Robillion · 07-02-2015, 05:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FINtastic

Looks like some video of Ballmer getting prepped for the meeting has already gotten leaked:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wvsboPUjrGc

lol.

That video reminded me of something though...

Imagine if Donald Sterling was still the owner of the Clippers. How that drama would affect Deandre's decision vs joining the Mavs.

Now also making me remember how Cuban was against kicking Sterling out of the league/forcing a sale. Wonder if he had some forethought on this offseason...

Sounds terrible, but makes you think.

EastTxMFFL · 07-02-2015, 05:40 PM

I can't feel optimistic at all about getting DJ after the constant whiffs recruiting big FA's going on 3-4 years now. Let's see if Parsons is capable of working his magic like he supposedly did with Dwight Howard.

FreshJive · 07-02-2015, 05:47 PM

According to someone on Fish's site, Ramona Shelburne was just on ESPN LA radio, and said she thinks Deandre is going to Dallas. She said that his relationship with Paul is as bad as its being reported.

Underdog · 07-02-2015, 05:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FreshJive

According to someone on Fish's site, Ramona Shelburne was just on ESPN LA radio, and said she thinks Deandre is going to Dallas. She said that his relationship with Paul is as bad as its being reported.

She finally cracked...

Melonhead · 07-02-2015, 05:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bryan_Wilson

Didn't see this posted anywhere and I missed it till now

Jared Zwerling-

https://twitter.com/JaredZwerling/st...70048539799554

Hopefully Balmers weird ass will scare him off.

FreshJive · 07-02-2015, 05:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Underdog

She finally cracked...

It's happening Ron Paul gif

Melonhead · 07-02-2015, 05:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FreshJive

According to someone on Fish's site, Ramona Shelburne was just on ESPN LA radio, and said she thinks Deandre is going to Dallas. She said that his relationship with Paul is as bad as its being reported.

Fish's site...Or she's trying to do the reverse jinx. Think she's trying to get LA all stirred up?

yahyes · 07-02-2015, 06:04 PM

Paul has the worse little man syndrome in the league. You can clearly see it. Blake doesn't say anything because he has another type of ego like Paul does. That's why they mesh from their dumb egos. But I have always noticed Jordan to be different.

DevinHarriswillstart · 07-02-2015, 06:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Underdog

She finally cracked...

You've definitely been on target with her reporting.

LonghornDub · 07-02-2015, 06:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yahyes

Blake doesn't say anything because he has another type of ego like Paul does. That's why they mesh from their dumb egos.

You have an interesting theory that two guys with big egos are somehow more likely to get along.

Underdog · 07-02-2015, 06:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DevinHarriswillstart

You've definitely been on target with her reporting.

If Jordan ends up coming here, it's almost a carbon copy of how she covered Howard's departure from the Lakers... Now I just need Jordan to finish making me look good.

GermanStandard · 07-02-2015, 06:34 PM

Jordan will never be the #1 Option and the face of the franchise with Paul and Griffin on board. Time to come home DeAndre.

yahyes · 07-02-2015, 06:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LonghornDub

You have an interesting theory that two guys with big egos are somehow more likely to get along.

Well bro's like them hang out with bro's like them seems like

Underdog · 07-02-2015, 07:15 PM

@ArashMarkazi: Clippers' meeting with DeAndre Jordan is about to begin. It will be his last meeting. I'm hearing Jordan could make a decision by tomorrow.

GermanStandard · 07-02-2015, 07:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Underdog

@ArashMarkazi: Clippers' meeting with DeAndre Jordan is about to begin. It will be his last meeting. I'm hearing Jordan could make a decision by tomorrow.

Well i guess im offline for the next 24 h. Cant take that stress anymore, that feels worse than final Exams.