TheGame wrote:Frank Isola is reporting that Jeffries plans to sign with the Knicks. It now makes sense why Walsh did not move forward with signing Earl Barron. They plan to sign Jeffries and put him back as our starting center. Jeffries will definitely help on defense is providing a guy that is great at rotating and keeping his man in front of him. But I personally would rather Barron. While Barron is not the defensive player that Jeffries is, Barron can at least hit an open shot. Unless Jeffries' offense improved while he was in Houston, he is really going to force us to play 4 on 5 on offense.

Not sure if Jeffries is the reason for the Barron delay.

There are a bunch of guys who are or will be waived that the team is considering, Troy Murphy being one of them.

Gotta wait for the full shakeout before signing a dude like Barron.

martin wrote:

TheGame wrote:Frank Isola is reporting that Jeffries plans to sign with the Knicks. It now makes sense why Walsh did not move forward with signing Earl Barron. They plan to sign Jeffries and put him back as our starting center. Jeffries will definitely help on defense is providing a guy that is great at rotating and keeping his man in front of him. But I personally would rather Barron. While Barron is not the defensive player that Jeffries is, Barron can at least hit an open shot. Unless Jeffries' offense improved while he was in Houston, he is really going to force us to play 4 on 5 on offense.

Not sure if Jeffries is the reason for the Barron delay.

There are a bunch of guys who are or will be waived that the team is considering, Troy Murphy being one of them.

Gotta wait for the full shakeout before signing a dude like Barron.

I agree. They probably were not waiting just for Jeffries. They likely wanted to see who else is available before committing to Barron. But it looks like they will sign Jeffries over Barron.

franco12 wrote:Anyone for Mike Bibby? Saw Miami was looking to sign him.

But at this point, if you are a vet player, you have to think twice about being able to ride the coat tails of the three amigos to the finals as Miami has established a firm record this year of not being able to beat over 500 teams.

I really think it is a choice between Boston, Miami, and New York for these waiver wire pickups. Of those three, I think teams would love to play for NY because so many roles are up in the air and there is a good chance a vet could get significant minutes. Miami is probably second because they have the same issue and no state tax in Florida. Boston is also a preferred destination b/c they are preety much a lock for ECF.

TheGame wrote:Miami is probably second because they have the same issue and no state tax in Florida. Boston is also a preferred destination b/c they are preety much a lock for ECF.

Anyone signing in Miami will be signing for the pro-rated vet's minimum.

State tax will not be an issue.

Panos wrote:This Jeffries thing is like a recurring nightmare. I'm going to need therapy if we sign him again.

Our defense (while not exception) got even worse when he was traded. People forget he can guard multiple position and has even done a good job on speedy pg's like Rondo.

The guy is a better rebounder than advertised and often came up with big offensive rebounds.

The guy has no offense but he's better (defensively) than everyone on the team except TDDWTDD

Isola: "The most likely candidate is former lottery pick Shelden Williams, who came over from Denver in the Carmelo Anthony trade. Renaldo Balkman - another piece in the Anthony deal - is the second most likely candidate to be released. Kelenna Azubuike, who is recovering from a knee injury and hasn't played all season, is another candidate to be released as are Roger Mason Jr., and Corey Brewer."

In Order Of Diappearance

Shelden Williams, last seen epoxy'd to the bench, was checking his Priceline account after practice for vacation cruises.

Roger Mason Jr., has not hit a shot since he left San Antonio. he will not be missed.

Kelenna Azubuike, hasn't played all season. It's March dude. Time to shut it down.

Renaldo Balkman, another piece in the Anthony deal, cannot shoot a lick. Bill Walker can... and had seven rebounds.

Corey Brewer, although he can jump, has zero offense to speak of. However he is a yoot and has a great smile. Eat your vegetables.

JohnWallace44 wrote:Jeffries is supposed to be signing on the dotted line tomorrow.

why i thought we had enough water boys

JohnWallace44 wrote:Wow, Barron is supposedly signing with the Bucks because we're signing Jeffries. Can't we sign both?

Mason and Azubuike won't accept buyouts. You believe that?

Why not simply CUT THEM!!!!

Pay them the rest of their contract and waive them. Can't be that complicated!