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Knixkik
Posts: 34931 Alba Posts: 0 Joined: 7/24/2001 Member: #11 USA |
11/18/2023 8:19 PM
Obviously you consider dealing Grimes if it’s required for a star trade, but otherwise you need both.
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Philc1
Posts: 26741 Alba Posts: 2 Joined: 9/2/2020 Member: #8897 |
11/19/2023 5:49 AM
It’s only true because they are basically the same player that’s why it was a meh signing
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martin
Posts: 69118 Alba Posts: 108 Joined: 7/24/2001 Member: #2 USA |
11/19/2023 3:36 PM
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gradyandrew
Posts: 22066 Alba Posts: 1 Joined: 5/19/2021 Member: #8959 |
11/19/2023 8:55 PM
franco12 wrote:I still can't get over Grimes making the steal on one leg: The thing with Smart is his value is probably at an all time low. Memphis brought him in as an upgrade over Tyus Jones and he wasn't able to elevate the Grizzlies. I think a lot of that also has to do with the highly underrated Steve Adams being out for the season. I'm also thinking that maybe in light of the new media contract the NBA was pushing for the Lakers Warriors and Suns to be at the top of the West,ergo the long suspension for Ja. Now it looks like Memphis might be better off getting a good draft pick this season and wait for Clarke and Adams to get healthy. In that case EF's expiring gets them out of the luxury tax for next season and Grimes age cheap contract and style meshes better with their roster. For the Knicks, they have shown a tendency to wild in high pressure games- I'm thinking specifically of the series vs. the Heat where it took them four games to find their?mojo. Having a guy like Smart takes a lot of pressure off of Randle and IQ and can help them get better shots in a way that Brunson isn't naturally inclined to do. His defense is a game changer and as of now the road to the Finals looks like it will go through Boston. I think Smart defending Tatum in a tight fourth quarter is likely the best antidote for Tatum continuing to own the Knicks like he did in the last game. |
HofstraBBall
Posts: 27214 Alba Posts: 1 Joined: 11/21/2015 Member: #6192 |
11/20/2023 7:57 AM LAST EDITED: 11/20/2023 7:59 AM
DDV is showing the difference between an aggressive high IQ SG who gets after it and helps more than just by shooting and one that just sits at three point line looking to put up shots.
Grimes can be this. He has the skills. Hopefully he is watching. 'Knicks focus should be on players that have grown up playing soccer or cricket' - Triplethreat 8/28/2020
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Knixkik
Posts: 34931 Alba Posts: 0 Joined: 7/24/2001 Member: #11 USA |
11/20/2023 11:08 AM
Honestly if the Knicks really wanted to start DDV then they should consider trading grimes and picks to the bulls for Caruso. Caruso is the ultimate utility player off the bench and would be a perfect complement to IQ. He takes no usage and can shoot, while being an elite defender. Grimes can be an elite defender, but Caruso is one. He’s one of the best in the game and outside of OG is the top 3&D guy in my opinion. I understand the cost and the opinion for those who would prefer keeping the young knick to develop. Totally understandable. I’m just saying if you believe DDV makes the starting lineup even better and complements Brunson and Randle, Caruso is an upgrade to the bench and the defensive culture of this team. A deal would require Grimes, plus a couple of the minimum contract players to make the money work, then it comes down to picks. Chicago needs them and the idea would be to avoid any unprotected ones.
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