The way the NBA works I think they have intel someone is coming this summer, most likely Durant, and he needed the room to recruit Kyrie, Thompson, etc.
I have a feeling we're looking at KD + one hand picked running mate of his + Zion/Barrett + Knox + Robinson
Giving anyone a max deal is risky. KP if healthy is already the best stretch rim protector in the nba. I don’t get this deal... I only pray the Knicks have something up their sleeve but man, this one is tough to take. Why not just let hardaway expire in two years and just keep building this thing organically. I’d rather win 30 games next year with no max signings and just keep at this. But who knows...
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The way the NBA works I think they have intel someone is coming this summer, most likely Durant, and he needed the room to recruit Kyrie, Thompson, etc.
I have a feeling we're looking at KD + one hand picked running mate of his + Zion/Barrett + Knox + Robinson
Unfortunately I’ve come to grips a long time ago with the reality that I’m going to live my life on this planet without ever witnessing a Knick NBA championship.
the record, KP told the Knicks flat out he would not be signing a deal after this season.
Any other tidbits there, Mr. Dan?
All I got for now. Text from someone who works at MSG (a friend) who doesn't work directly for the Knicks but has given me some tidbits before. He told them he would sign a QO and play out next season. They weren't willing to take that chance/call his bluff.
Shams saying KP will sign a qualifying offer with the Mavs. Â
a max deal IMO. Let's see what 1st round pick they are getting too. If it's this years 1st that's not a bad haul especially if they can attract Durant in the summer.
KP didn't want the heat that comes with NY and he and family didn't trust the Knicks and wanted to get away from them.
Makes sense they didn't rust the Knicks why would anyone and what we've seen from KP kind of backups what Hahn is saying about Porzingis being a sensitive guy maybe not a NY guy.
Hanh also saying this nothing to do with Kanter and that KP and Kanter do not have any relationship good or bad. The Kanter stuff was a non factor.
It means he'll be an unrestricted free agent in 2020. Â
as many. He flashed "unicorn" ability, but his injury history and his height gave me concerns that he would ever be able to be a heavy-minute, full-season type of player for the long-term.
I was okay trying to sell high on him.
But for a salary dump? Oof.
Dennis Smith, Jr., can jump out of the gym. He's exciting. I don't think he's a winning player. He isn't a good enough FT shooter or 3-point shooter, and he isn't a good enough facilitator for how reckless he is with the ball.
If it's true and there's no reason to believe it's not. That KP and family told the Knicks they were playing out to UFA. The Knicks did what they had to and were smart to do it quickly. The longer they waited the less the return would have been because KP was limiting the teams he'd sign long term with.
That was his claim. He's yet to do it right? He's rejected nothing other than verbally committing long term to the Knicks. Per Hahn he wanted out of NY.
the NBA has gotten very loose within its own inner circles about telegraphing moves and knowing what's coming next.
When I say everyone I don't mean fans, but executives, agents and people within the league. I think everyone knew LeBron was going back to Cleveland, LeBron was then going to LA, Durant was going to GS, Davis is going to the Lakers and Durant is coming here.
I don't know how many times it has been posted on this site (probably in the thousands by now), but his deal for next year is only guaranteed for about $2M. Peanuts.
I have a feeling we're looking at KD + one hand picked running mate of his + Zion/Barrett + Knox + Robinson
Lol - sadly you're probably right
Giving anyone a max deal is risky. KP if healthy is already the best stretch rim protector in the nba. I don’t get this deal... I only pray the Knicks have something up their sleeve but man, this one is tough to take. Why not just let hardaway expire in two years and just keep building this thing organically. I’d rather win 30 games next year with no max signings and just keep at this. But who knows...
I have a feeling we're looking at KD + one hand picked running mate of his + Zion/Barrett + Knox + Robinson
From your lips to God's ear.
So the key, to me, are those two guys.
If they're not bought out, that signals an absolutely incredible fuck up by the Three Stooges.
Carlisle is going to be an incredible offense around Luka and KP. These moves by Dallas is how you build a team.
I heard the same
F*ck off KP.
Any other tidbits there, Mr. Dan?
Unfortunately I’ve come to grips a long time ago with the reality that I’m going to live my life on this planet without ever witnessing a Knick NBA championship.
But couldn't the Knicks match any deal? He's a RFA in the off-season.
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the record, KP told the Knicks flat out he would not be signing a deal after this season.
Any other tidbits there, Mr. Dan?
All I got for now. Text from someone who works at MSG (a friend) who doesn't work directly for the Knicks but has given me some tidbits before. He told them he would sign a QO and play out next season. They weren't willing to take that chance/call his bluff.
Tell us how you really feel.
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the record, KP told the Knicks flat out he would not be signing a deal after this season.
But couldn't the Knicks match any deal? He's a RFA in the off-season.
Planned on signing a QO, and then becoming a UFA. So no.
This was a good deal given the circumstances. Gives us a legit shot this summer.
Also frees Dennis Smith, who I think can rejuvenate his career.
What does that mean?
ay caramba!
Durant
Knox
Zion
Boogie
Mudiay
Trier
Robinson
Makes sense they didn't rust the Knicks why would anyone and what we've seen from KP kind of backups what Hahn is saying about Porzingis being a sensitive guy maybe not a NY guy.
Hanh also saying this nothing to do with Kanter and that KP and Kanter do not have any relationship good or bad. The Kanter stuff was a non factor.
LOL.
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What does that mean?
He wants to test free agency. Hes taking less money in the short term,playing out the year, and going to free agency.
I was okay trying to sell high on him.
But for a salary dump? Oof.
Dennis Smith, Jr., can jump out of the gym. He's exciting. I don't think he's a winning player. He isn't a good enough FT shooter or 3-point shooter, and he isn't a good enough facilitator for how reckless he is with the ball.
No problem. 100% no reason for me not to believe this person either. Rarely texts me about the Knicks, and has never given me incorrect information.
mills is very close to kds manager...
Knicks pitch now is ok kd come to new york bring whoever you want with you
He's not getting you assets. Probably a buy out.
mills is very close to kds manager...
Knicks pitch now is ok kd come to new york bring whoever you want with you
And KD will laugh at them and sign with someone else.
his deal basically expires after this season. Only a small portion of his money is guaranteed for next season.
That was his claim. He's yet to do it right? He's rejected nothing other than verbally committing long term to the Knicks. Per Hahn he wanted out of NY.
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the article before the season about irving and kd wanted to team up together..
mills is very close to kds manager...
Knicks pitch now is ok kd come to new york bring whoever you want with you
And KD will laugh at them and sign with someone else.
Of course.
When I say everyone I don't mean fans, but executives, agents and people within the league. I think everyone knew LeBron was going back to Cleveland, LeBron was then going to LA, Durant was going to GS, Davis is going to the Lakers and Durant is coming here.
No he doesn't.
I don't know how many times it has been posted on this site (probably in the thousands by now), but his deal for next year is only guaranteed for about $2M. Peanuts.
Yet some people STILL don't get it.