yea im not that interested in Amare... he blocks shots tho right?

I agree we have no Plan B but Lebron has been to the finals and he isnt griping like a child like Amare is doing.

Posted by Cookdcokehop:

What did Lebron ever win besides an Allstar MVP? I rather build through the draft but no one will agree with me until every free agent in 2010 refuses to sign with the Knicks

I agree with you.

Posted by King1:

I dont see two of the big time free agents going to the same place. I hope the Knikcs can get one then you make trades for some vets that want to win.

It was Orlando's plan....orchestrated by John Gabriel. It backfired as Hill was injured...and Duncan said no the first time around so TMac and his whining came on board.

Yet, the fact is, that's probably what Gabriel is working on behind the scenes and Walsh is into it.

I guess the idea is get two young superstars that you're willing to go six full years with and then build around them. Gives you an awfully BIG window of opportunity!

While maybe two superstars aren't available, heck, we don't even know if one will come in 2010, I firmly believe THIS is the IDEA behind the scenes.

In that, a guy like Amare, who is a risk...probably shouldn't be in the plans. (SEE: Grant Hill...sorta)

Never won anything? LOL! If thats the case, what the hell has Chris Bosh won? What has Lebron won? Joe Johnson what has he won? Yoa Ming is a loser too.

I would take Amare in a heartbeat. He's one of the most talented PF's in the game. He was a key player and arguably the most important players on a team that won 50 plus games in a row for four years, 4 division titles and two trips to the conference finals. That resume blows Bosh's resume out of the water. Not saying he's better than Bosh, but using your criteria, if you dont want Stoudemire because he hasn't won, then I guess our only target is Tim Duncan.

Posted by Uptown:

Never won anything? LOL! If thats the case, what the hell has Chris Bosh won? What has Lebron won? Joe Johnson what has he won? Yoa Ming is a loser too.

I would take Amare in a heartbeat. He's one of the most talented PF's in the game. He was a key player and arguably the most important players on a team that won 50 plus games in a row for four years, 4 division titles and two trips to the conference finals. That resume blows Bosh's resume out of the water. Not saying he's better than Bosh, but using your criteria, if you dont want Stoudemire because he hasn't won, then I guess our only target is Tim Duncan.

I would take Amare also. The microfracture surgery bothers me. His performance this year I think is about the change in the system. His skills come from athleticism that are more suited to a more open offense. Nash's numbers are down also. Steve Kerr is messign that team up.

Posted by BRIGGS:

This whole thing is Lebron James or bust---if you don't get Lebron James there is nothing to talk about. Yes we can get a Chris Bosh but while he is good/great---there is only 1 Lebron--Lebron is the difference maker. I love Amare Stoudmire but while he is still great--he's not the player post injury. Before he was injured I thought he was the best player in the nBA and while he has shown glimpses--now he just a very good player who will have a lot of minutes on a bad knee.


On the back of the Knicks bus it should say Lebron or bust

actually last year was by far his best statistical season, far better than 04-05 before his injury.

He is a monster but he is taking a step back this year

Amare has done everything KG did up until last year no?

Amare isnt just a great BB player. He plays with tenacity and a nasty streak. He is a driven competitor. He a motor you can add to some solid role players and create an elite team.

How old is he? 25? 27? Players mature. He's got every skill and intangible you want in a star player.

I would go to war w/ Amare any day and twice on tuesdays

and yes.. its about Lebron but there are some pretty fantastic consoliation prizes