mikedean441
6X HOF
I think I read Gilbert would have to pay a tax of $52M (or $56M) if the Cavs resign everyone and would end up with a $200M payroll...the biggest in league history
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I think I read Gilbert would have to pay a tax of $52M (or $56M) if the Cavs resign everyone and would end up with a $200M payroll...the biggest in league history
Ya I read that too. But that includes the contracts for Haywood and Marion which is like $15m next year. That's gone. And I don't think Shump and JR are both here next year
jhstew1
Idiot Free
Rumors this morning that the Lakers are leaning toward Russell at #2, as well as rumblings that Aldridge is done in Portland and is looking at Dallas, SA, LA and NY.
Tadashi70
Well-known member
Does that handcuff them, I don't follow the money so I don't know
dtak84
Active member
I believe SA and LA are the front runners for Aldridge. I personally would prefer Gasol over Aldridge for the Spurs, but either would be beneficial the next 2 years.
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stuie1111
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Any team that passes on DeAngelo Russell tonight will regret the decision for years to come.
mikedean441
6X HOF
He's good that's for sure. Carried ohio state all year long
mikedean441
6X HOF
And right on cue Bilas says he is the best pure basketball player in the draft
jhoefer99
#MerinoMarauder
I would've taken Winslow if I was the lakers, I get the need though.
jhoefer99
#MerinoMarauder
and the knicks go bust. wow
golf4life
Grip n rip
Well the sixers just got their embiid insurance. I like it.
Rail thin. He should be in a weight program right now. He won't make it unless gains 30 lbs fast.
jhoefer99
#MerinoMarauder
Orlando goes bust too... ooof. How do you not take Winslow or Mudiay?
arydolphin
GTHC!
The Heat got so lucky with Winslow dropping to them. I think he's going to be a fantastic pro.
Pat Riley is dancing in South Beach tonight. Some say the 3rd best player in the draft.
ATLGolfer
#ATLClive75
TLeishman34
Active member
Wanted Okafor to the Lakers but love Russell. I can understand the pick as there are more good big men in FA vs good guards.
Miami got a steal in Winslow at 10
Miami got a steal in Winslow at 10
TLeishman34
Active member
Houston with a great pick with Dekker
DavidWinchell
Pink Panther
Phil Jackson doesn't even like his pick. This interview is ridiculous. He sounded like he wasn't even sold on the guy lol
mikedean441
6X HOF
Crap I missed it...tuned in again just in time to see cavs soon
DavidWinchell
Pink Panther
Hoping we go Jones, RJH, or Pat (from ND)