Lakers, Bynum agree on extension
The LAT's Mike Bresnahan reports that the Lakers and Andrew Bynum have reached agreement on a contract extension:
The Lakers and Andrew Bynum have agreed in principle on a four-year contract extension worth about $58 million, keeping their center of the future in the fold through the 2012-13 season, according to sources familiar with the negotiations who would not speak publicly.
Bynum, who will make $2.8 million this season, will earn close to $42 million over the first three years of his contract extension. The fourth year will be a team option for about $16 million...
Basically, management and Camp Bynum met in the middle to find some harmony - the Lakers giving more money than originally proposed, Bynum accepting a shorter deal for less than the max that mitigates the team's risk, but to his benefit could get him back on the free-agent market quicker. In the end, both sides ought to come out feeling good about the deal, Bynum especially. $42 million guaranteed is a lot of money. $58, if the option is picked up? Well, that's even more.
For the Lakers, assuming Drew is what they, and most writers and fans, think he is, this is money very well spent. There is some risk -- Bynum is yet to finish a full NBA season as a starter -- but given that they can get out of the deal in three years should things turn sour, it's a very reasonable, relatively low-risk gamble for the organization. While I always believed long term Bynum wasn't going anywhere, I'm a little surprised an agreement was reached before the Halloween deadline and thought Bynum would enter restricted free agency this off-season, but clearly once the terms and perameters were adjusted, it was easier to reach a deal.
UPDATE: More news below!!! but this is the story that will dominate conversation.
BK
Our Lakers-Clippers video recap (player and PJ vids on the side of the page):
Those things are sweeping the nation, you know.
Overall, it's fair to say that whatever NBA scheduling official was responsible for forcing the Clippers, on the one night of the year they maybe, possibly, perhaps get to see top billing on the town's NBA marquee, to open their season against the Lakers ought to be dismissed. Apparently, the news that Lakers fans love to gobble up tix when the red, white, and blue host the purple and gold -- cheap Laker game! -- is yet to reach New York. Thus the Lakers found themselves wearing purple but playing before a very sympathetic crowd Wednesday night as they absolutely crushed the Clipper ship, 117-79.
That's two games and two wins, by a combined total of 58 points. Day-um. Just as it was in Tuesday's win over Portland, the Lakers played some very solid D, limiting the LAC to 36.7% shooting on the night -- this after the Clippers were 11-22 through the first quarter. There was also balance, with seven Lakers finishing in double figures, and the offensive load spread through all 12 guys who dressed. Again, the ball movement was crisp, as the Lakers racked up assists both fancy and pedestrian.
In short, the Lakers looked really good, and the Clippers looked like dudes who had never actually played together. Both sound about right, though Phil Jackson notes it's a little too early to be choosing a caterer for the post-parade bash.
Given their depth, back-to-backs should be less of an issue for the Lakers this season. Of course, blowing teams out on the front end takes the edge off, too.
The Lakers are off today, and will practice Friday.
Open Letter to Rd. Buss:
don't be afraid of the luxury tax.... the luxury tax is your friend.
pushin weight since '88
loyal fan
sixonezero
Posted by: sixonezero | October 30, 2008 at 11:06 AM
kobe at under 35 mins/game would just be sweet. keep closin em out in 3. lights out
Posted by: sixonezero | October 30, 2008 at 11:07 AM
Long Live the BIG 12!!!!!!!!!
big 3, pththhhthhhhhhh
Posted by: Laker Justice | October 30, 2008 at 11:09 AM
AK/BK, again,
Can the new blog tiny window problem be ameliorated?
Is there a way to detach the send button from the return key?
Is this a totally done deal or can we as a blog discuss whether or not to keep the new format?
Thanks for the non scrolling tip.
GO LAKERS!
Posted by: JohnnyP | October 30, 2008 at 11:16 AM
Johnny P,
I don't know the answer. Sorry.
AK
Posted by: Andrew Kamenetzky | October 30, 2008 at 11:18 AM
Kwame Brown plays 3 minutes in a glorious victory for Detroit last night.
Chris Mihm puts up 10 points in 9 minutes and Andrew Bynum inks a big contract after another glorious victory for the Lakers last night.
and to think... just a couple of years ago, Mihm was supposed to start with Kwame sliding up from PF to provide backup minutes at Center and Bynum was... well, he was available for mop up minutes...
Amazing how much things can change in just a few years...
Posted by: Stay Thirsty My Friends | October 30, 2008 at 11:19 AM
ANOTHER SALARY CAP FACT:
Fish(5), Kobe(25), Walton(5), Pau(15), and Bynum(14)
A nice starting unit, but these players ALONE will put us at the cap next year.
It's gonna be a blood bath in the off-season.
Posted by: Eric M. | October 30, 2008 at 11:19 AM
"He's been in the Finals, and although they didn't win, he got them there single handedly."
But Piggy Wiggy,
What about this post? Not worth the money if you are talking about "Rings."
"Rings"
That's what we're talking about, right there.
Posted by: "Pig" Miller | October 30, 2008 at 09:01 AM
Posted by: Joining the Fun | October 30, 2008 at 11:20 AM
I am very happy about the Bynum deal.
I have a small worry about Bynum not living up to his potential. He should know that to be great you have to work hard at it. Since he works with Lamar, "I love you but you are the poster child of unrealized potential" Odum, he should know that.
Even if he does not live up to the hype and become an all-star this season, we are SOO MUCH stronger with him. Just his presence and being a scoring option, a dependable guy, makes him totally worth paying to have around.
The deal is sealed. That makes us a closer lock to sealing the trophy deal.
GOOoooOOOO LAKERS!
Posted by: JohnnyP | October 30, 2008 at 11:23 AM
"Joining the Fun"
Stay out of it BUTTLER. No one is fooled.
Posted by: "Pig" Miller | October 30, 2008 at 11:25 AM
Continuation of ex-Laker watch...
Piston won tho' Kwame played only 3 mins. 0 pts. (Mike T. can't even promote his pet in the Pistons Blog.) Grizzlies lost and J-Critt did not play coach decision. Rockets won and Von Wafer DNP coach decision. Mo Evans team Magic lost and made only 8 pts. The former laker scrubs are currently jobless like Cookie, Smush, Shammond.
See what CHANGE can do? From paranoia to euphoria in 2008. Both Dan the man and Zakee are happy with the present state.
Posted by: Edwin Gueco | October 30, 2008 at 11:28 AM
StayThirsty,
"Kwame Brown plays 3 minutes in a glorious victory for Detroit last night."
Isn't it amazing how the Wizards, Lakers, Grizzlies, and Pistons are all soooo stupid.
I don't think there is a SINGLE person in the NBA as smart as Mike T. (AKA the Expert)
Posted by: Eric M. | October 30, 2008 at 11:29 AM
LAKER TOM’S SUMMER SCORECARD...
1. Install aggressive pressing and trapping perimeter defense. DONE!
2. Use defense to force steals and turnovers to fuel more fast breaks. DONE!
3. Have Kobe reprise his defensive role from the Olympics. DONE!
4. Turn Lamar into the 6th man and backup power forward. DONE!
5. Sign Andrew Bynum to an extension for around $15M per year. DONE!
This has been a remarkable summer, especially compared to last year. Now I can relax and wait for the country to elect a new president and for the Lakers to win their first of what will be a record setting string of championships.
Just one last comment before l let the Bynum extension issue die: The main reason that the Lakers signed Drew to this extension was to avoid the risk of him becoming a free agent. I hope that everybody finally understands this. Even those who wrongly claimed there was no risk. I think this proved for once and all that the Lakers were not going to let Drew become a free agent of any kind, restricted or unrestricted. Period!
2 down, 96 more to go. What a wonderful time to be a Lakers fan. We should all be thankful for Jerry and Jim Buss and Mitch putting up the money to keep this team together. Now let’s win out the regular season and playoffs. LOL.
Thanks for the shout outs from Pig, Jon K, Charles, Edwin, PsychedLakerGirl, Fatty, and dave (not Eric, LOL). Let’s hope my lucky streak continues for the Lakers and all Lakers Bloggers. This is going to be the greatest Lakers season ever and we get to share it.
Tom
Posted by: LakerTom | October 30, 2008 at 11:31 AM
"Pig" Miller,
"Laker Tom I humbly submit to your correctness of the timing of this signing, and will forever praise you in glory and awe."
Think we all agreed a deal could happen before the 31st, we just didn't think it'd be for the max if it was done by then. So feel free to pat LT on the back, but it wont be because he was right.
Rick F,
Dude, I'm a kobe homer till the day he retires. But it jus aint right to say the CP3 or LBJ's of this world ain't earning their pay. Those are mvp caliber players and in a league where odom can command 11mil and bynum 14 mil. Saying a bonafide superstud like King james who earned 13+ mil last season is nothing short of ridiculous.
Laker Nation,
Two wins but woah slow down on all the love fest ... since when does blowing out 2 teams that didn't make the playoffs generate this much hysteria ... I picked this team to break 72 but I'll save my excitement for when the likes of New Orleans, Houston and Boston get a beat down at our hands ... still though, moi is more than willing to admit that they've aced the easy tests the season has presented thus far ...
Posted by: Taliq | October 30, 2008 at 11:34 AM
I agree that the Lakers should make a push for LeBron in 2010. He's obviously interested in moving to a big city, so why not LA? Can you imagine a lineup featuring Kobe, LeBron, and Bynum? That could be better than the 90's Bulls. When Kobe's game starts declining in a few years, LeBron could become the main man on the team.
Of course, we would have to clear a lot of cap space. The Lakers would have to first let LO walk. Since Pau is signed beyond 2010, he would have to either be traded for an expiring contract or involved in a sign and trade with the Cavs for LeBron in 2010. This would be the kind of bold move that Jerry Buss could make.
Posted by: EJK | October 30, 2008 at 11:34 AM
AK,
So even though it forces bloggers into a small window during games and some of us don't like it, have "we" completely decided to stick with the new live blog box format? I'd personally like a community vote or discussion. Polling those who are using it seems like a biased sample. Some of us had checked out specifically because we did not enjoy using the new format.
If you tell me you guys have completely decided, it is your prerogative and I will never ask about the decision again. I do appreciate your work.
Thanks, and
GOOOoooOOO LAKERS!!!
Posted by: JohnnyP | October 30, 2008 at 11:38 AM
Edwin G,
"former laker scrubs are currently jobless like Cookie, Smush, Shammond."
Are you sure about that? Brian Cook might not have been an ideal fit for the lakers but he's definately good enough to be in the league ... what gives
Posted by: Taliq | October 30, 2008 at 11:39 AM
Xodus,
"With that out of the way, let's get back to our previously schedule programming of beating the hell out teams."
Brilliant my friend and a hearty HUZAH !
GO LAKERS !!!
Posted by: Floyd | October 30, 2008 at 11:41 AM
Hey guys,
I was just thinking about the Bynum situation with the deadline coming up tomorrow. What a pleasant surprise. Honestly, I knew that the Lakers would do the right thing. Mitch has proven that he is the smartest and best GM in the league because of his knowledge of "player value" and his patience as most fans were going nutz for the "Kobe" years leading up to the Gasol trade.
I don't think L.O. will be back with this team next year. I thinks it going to be a bit like the Turiaf situation where they'd generally like to keep him but not at "that" price.
I must admit, its a little different for me. There is really nothing to argue about with anyone on the blog so when I read it I have nothing to post, LOL! I'm just glad we didn't trade Bynum or Kobe and that we'll get that ring after some tough years of watching teams like the Heat win.
What we have now is simply the most complete team in the league with everything it takes to win the homecourt advantage and win the championship. This is the main reason that I became a Lakers fan. The Lakers are the best franchise in sports, period.
Peace, guys!
Ken
Posted by: THE original Ken | October 30, 2008 at 11:42 AM
Johnny P,
We did poll during the live blog and most people seemed to like the new version.
AK
Posted by: Andrew Kamenetzky | October 30, 2008 at 11:46 AM
Eric M,
"It's gonna be a blood bath in the off-season." ...
Dude we get it, we're loaded and we'll probably have to lose some of our talent based on the economics ...
For this season we don't have to worry about our roster, the hope is the guys bring home gold and then management/coaching staff will figure out whom we can't afford to let go if we want to repeat ...
Stop focussing on all the things that could go wrong next season and instead enjoy all the things that've been going right and join laker nation in praying it stays this way ...
Posted by: Taliq | October 30, 2008 at 11:48 AM
Edwin,
"Piston won tho' Kwame played only 3 mins"
Just imagine how good they'll be when Kwame plays 30 minutes!!
Posted by: exhelodrvr | October 30, 2008 at 11:49 AM
Laker Tom,
"Just one last comment before l let the Bynum extension issue die: The main reason that the Lakers signed Drew to this extension was to avoid the risk of him becoming a free agent. I hope that everybody finally understands this. Even those who wrongly claimed there was no risk. I think this proved for once and all that the Lakers were not going to let Drew become a free agent of any kind, restricted or unrestricted. Period!"
In fairness to those who disagreed with your "Bynum max deal/close to max deal" is coming talk, you're omitting or ignoring a crucial piece of the equation.
An equally big (if not "main") reason the Lakers agreed to this deal is because it's only for three guaranteed years (with the fourth in their hands), as opposed to five. And for less money than the max dollars. What was signed ended up considerably different than what Team Bynum was reportedly insisting upon. The Lakers clearly saw the risk of locking themselves into the longest/biggest possible deal as every bit the risk of "letting Drew become a free agent." If the terms hadn't been dramatically shifted, they'd have risked a restricted FA situation.
AK
Posted by: Andrew Kamenetzky | October 30, 2008 at 11:52 AM
Piggy Wiggy,
I am not Butler. I have not mentioned anything pertaining to the Suns or any put down to the great Laker Team.
Because you like to make "Snout" comments on everybody such as your fake praise for Laker Tom.
But when someone throws it back at you, you resort to thinking I am Butler.
The funny thing is you will be the "Do not respond to Butler Troll" guy but reply to him consistently. With your logic thinking I am Butler, you are still replying.
Another Example of that: "Nevermind. I'm sure you're already lost. Starve the troll.
I hate trying to argue with idiots." Posted by: "Pig" Miller | August 01, 2008 at 08:42 AM
I'm sure LGC was hurt by that.
You hate trolls but troll on the Suns blog.
I love how you were stressing the point to the Chinese bloggers that the "Spanish Team" were not being racist. I'm sure according to 82games.com may have some research on that too.
"I want to spit in Manu Ginobli's face. Where does that guy live?" Posted by: "Pig" Miller | April 23, 2008 at 10:29 PM
That's the kind of poster you are.
I am not Butler, and I love the Lakers.
Go Lakers!
Posted by: Joining the Fun | October 30, 2008 at 11:56 AM
Edwin/Taliq,
Brian Cook is on the Magic.
AK
Posted by: Andrew Kamenetzky | October 30, 2008 at 11:57 AM
It is nice to go into every game expecting to win...not since Shaq, have we (laker fans) had this privelage throughout an entire season.
Posted by: Diego | October 30, 2008 at 11:57 AM
Johnny-
I'm not entirely sure I understand what you're asking about in reference to the "small box." Do you mean to type? If so, I'm not sure if that can be expanded or not. Regarding being forced to type in short sentences, that shouldn't be the case. Having operated on both ends of the thing, you ought to be able to comment at whatever length you want, including in multiple sentences.
As AK said, most people are indifferent or seem to like the newer format. There are some advantages for us, as well, in how it's executed. Not everyone will (not everyone likes anything) but generally speaking, when we do something that really upsets people, we get a ton of mail.
BK
Posted by: | October 30, 2008 at 12:04 PM
LakerTom,
"Even those who wrongly claimed there was no risk. I think this proved for once and all that the Lakers were not going to let Drew become a free agent of any kind, restricted or unrestricted. Period"
Not at all. The issue was whether or not the Lakers would feel that it was worth signing Bynum to a maximum-length, no incentives, maximum salary contract to avoid the very slight chance that Bynum would become a free agent.
While this contract does not answer that question, the very strong implication is that the answer is no, because clearly Bynum and his agent wanted the max, and clearly the Lakers did not offer them the max.
Posted by: exhelodrvr | October 30, 2008 at 12:04 PM
Kobe can make his freethrows...enough said.
This means one thing...we have to cut down on everyone else. As in goodbye Lamar. Thank you for your expiring contract.
Mihm? Ditto.
Meanwhile...some game huh? Even BD is impressed. The mahines lol.
Posted by: Faith | October 30, 2008 at 12:04 PM
Edwin,
ive got to disagree with you. I thought Crit was going to be a decent player. I wonder if him not playing is do to stupid coaches who do not know hot to use him or develop him. And Mo Evans proved that he was a good back up. I was sad to see him go but he wasn't being used much behind Kobe.
Posted by: copenhagen laker | October 30, 2008 at 12:09 PM
Taliq,
"Think we all agreed a deal could happen before the 31st, we just didn't think it'd be for the max if it was done by then. So feel free to pat LT on the back, but it wont be because he was right."
Very good point. Isn't it funny how "Pay him the max, Pay him now, Don't hurt his feelings", turned into "I was right all along."
Regarding your comment on the salary cap:
"Dude we get it, we're loaded and we'll probably have to lose some of our talent based on the economics ..."
Sorry...I've alway been one of those "plan ahead" type people. And it makes me sad we CAN'T keep the team together. I will refrain from any more discussion till the off-season. After all, I don't want to get labeled "Obsessed" like Mike T. or LakerTom. lol
Posted by: Eric M. | October 30, 2008 at 12:16 PM
AK/BK
I know, I referred to the vote. It was a very biased sample. Let me explain again.
Some folks (I don't know how many) probably did not vote because they had left due to the annoyance of the new blog.
It is akin to asking people after a double feature with two admittedly similar films if they liked the second one and then saying 90% of people loved the second movie.
This conclusion is erroneous because it ignores people who did not stay for the second movie. Does that make sense?
Even within those who did stay, a percentage said they did not like it. If you add them to those who left, we do not know the results.
I only pester because this is a large decision.
I guess though, since no one is seconding my concerns that I may be in the minority. But, even if I'm in the minority, is something that seems like an improvement for some worth the cost of possibly losing some participants like myself?
One last thought. One way to check popularity is to use it during one game and not the next and compare numbers of posters. Notice you cannot compare last year and this year because the lakers are now garnering more love. This would give you a more solid indication than asking folks who use it if they prefer it.
Is it worth an experiment? I, personally like the scientific method. But if you're so sold you don't want to use it, I understand.
Thanks, and
GOOoooOOO LAKERS!!!
Posted by: JohnnyP | October 30, 2008 at 12:16 PM
Ex,
Exactly. No one said "don't sign Bynum by the end of the week." We said he has yet to have earned the max and considering that they didn't give him the max deal Bynum and Lee wanted, it's clear the Lakers felt the same way.
Anyway this is a good day. Bynum is re-signed and for a reasonable price that works for both parties.
Posted by: Xodus | October 30, 2008 at 12:16 PM
Yes, Lamar O. Sixth Man Award!!!!!!!!!!!!
Congrats Dr B & Mitch!
Posted by: RickOtick | October 30, 2008 at 12:17 PM
OKAY,
So you guys know that I'm a certified, card-carrying, Purple-and-Gold Homer. So, I've been intentionally quite as the Lakers completely blew the doors off two WAY inferior teams. One of the two completely depleted by injuries.
I'm trying to curb my enthusiasm.
But, DAMN do they look good! However, I really want to reserve judgment until they have to swing through Texas. That will be a real test.
Portland disappointed me. I thought they would put up more of a fight. No matter what Baron says (and I LOVE Baron), the Clippers are the Clippers.
At any rate, I'm writing because I am so happy the Bynum;s deal is done. And, they finished it a whole day early - minimizing the undue drama.
Cool move. I'm happy. I'm enthusiastic. I'm happy. Way to go team!
--Fearless
Posted by: Fearless | October 30, 2008 at 12:18 PM
Johnny P,
For now, we're going to give this a try and see how it goes. If it appears problematic, we'll reconsider. Good enough?
AK
Posted by: Andrew Kamenetzky | October 30, 2008 at 12:18 PM
The 6th man of the year award goes to a player that primarily comes off the bench, not necessarily the first guy off the bench.
I see Jordan being a much more worthy recipient than Lamar for that award. Heart, effort, and some positively beautiful hops will give JF his best statistical season as a pro and have the biggest impact off the bench for the best team in the association.
Talent has taken Lamar as far as he'll ever get (and wouldn't we all kill to get there?), but these are the friggin LA Lakers! There are no awards for throwing a fun party. No accolades for making a spectacular move because you are one of a handful of people on the planet capable of making it. The only thing you can count on with Lamar is that you can't count on him. As long as the Basketball Gods are kind and spare us any serious injuries, your 2008-09 Lakers will never have to.
Jordan Farmar = 6th Man of the Year
Lamar = Those also receiving votes for 6th Man of the Year and future Salary Cap Casualty
Posted by: htj | October 30, 2008 at 12:19 PM
Fatty,
You are fricken awesome.
GO LAKERS!
Posted by: Jon K. | October 30, 2008 at 12:23 PM
GROUND CONTROL TO LAKER TOM......I can see your smile from here...Enjoy the day my friend..As for last nights game.
A very balanced DESTROYATION.......lets hope we get to see plenty more efforts like last night....
Posted by: Thirty2 | October 30, 2008 at 12:25 PM
SBPimp said:
"For Lakers fans, there has been nothing more frustrating or mystifying than how we can shellac San Antonio at home, then turn around and lose a home game against Charlotte the same week. Watching the Purple and Gold law down the law against these speed bumps was like freaking Christmas."
---
Dude! You are sooo right. You are making me all excited inside. I'm trying to restrain myself here and you are making it impossible.
Watching them Lay down the Law against these speed bumps left me feeling like Christmas, too.
But, I still gotta see them dismantle San Antonio, then Dallas, then Houston for me to let the joy out!
--Fearless
Posted by: Fearless | October 30, 2008 at 12:27 PM
Dear copenhagen laker and all the lovely fambam,
Since copenhagen laker brought up the name, I have one poll question.
Assuming Memphis does not pick up Javaris Crittenton's option: Would you sign him for cheap if he would want to come back?
Farmar and Javaris would be great PG's as 2 & 3. And both have plus' because of their skill set. Sun can be a 2-3 guard/forward option assuming he pans out. (Big Assumption)
Best,
Posted by: Charles | October 30, 2008 at 12:28 PM
The Bynum signing is good for both sides. If Bynum proves himself out, the Lakers have shown they will pay their superstars so that's not a concern for the future. If Bynum turns out to be injury prone, the Lakers took on ALL the risk concerning this for a reasonable period of time so... much better than giving out the max.
There's 3 guys we REALLY need to keep, Farmar, Ariza and Odom so we'll see how that plays out.
also, Lebron ain't coming to the Lakers, how could he ever be "the man" with Kobe here?
Posted by: Stay Thirsty My Friends | October 30, 2008 at 12:29 PM
THE LAKERS ARE DESPERATE,THEY KNOW THEIR FRONTLINE PACKS NO DEFENSIVE TOUGHNESS,AND THEIR BACKCOURT IS SUSPECT, WITH OLD D FISH AND YOUNG FARMAR, THEY STILL NEED A LARRY HUGHES TYPE BIG POINT GUARD TO DEAL WITH THE D.WILLIAMS. C BILLUPS, RHONDOS AND SUCH, MAYBE MITCH WILL TRY TO BRING IN A J TINSLEY TO SOLVE THEIR OBVIOUS WEAKNESS SINCE DETROIT EXPOSED IT.
Posted by: TUCAN | October 30, 2008 at 12:33 PM
Question - do you think that if the Lakers don't re-sign Lamar at all, they would be willing to re-sign everyone who is up for new contracts?
Posted by: exhelodrvr | October 30, 2008 at 12:37 PM
LakerTommy,
"Thanks for the shout outs from Pig, Jon K, Charles, Edwin, PsychedLakerGirl, Fatty, and dave (not Eric, LOL)."
I was unable to give you a shout out because you were WRONG!
You said at least 10 times Pay him the Max, Pay him now, Don't hurt his feelings!" THAT DID NOT HAPPEN!
LOOK IT UP. Unfortunately for you, the blog has an archive.
As you slowly, almost imperceptibly, CHANGED your argument for months, to what most on the blog stated from the beginning, you now have the balls to say "Look at me, I was right all along."
The only people who think you were right, are yourself, and those who didn't remember what your original position was.
Posted by: Eric M. | October 30, 2008 at 12:38 PM
Joining the Fun,
Thanks for the feedback. I'll try to reign in my rhetoric so as to please the masses. Keep up the good work on policing my posts and taking time to search all of things that I've said in the past. I'll try to do a better job of being completely inoffensive and benign and not expressing my opinion. I'll also work harder at not giving in to my humanity and responding to "trolls."
I don't believe in the slightest that you're a Lakers fan. How do you know that I spend time with the guys at the Suns blog? Keep up the nice detective work.
Posted by: "Pig" Miller | October 30, 2008 at 12:42 PM
Charles,
"Assuming Memphis does not pick up Javaris Crittenton's option: Would you sign him for cheap if he would want to come back?"
Absolutely. I saw a ton of potential in Crit during the short time he was here. He had a great feel for the game and looked like a natural PG. It doesn't hurt that he's already familiar with the Triangle.
Posted by: EJK | October 30, 2008 at 12:44 PM
Joining the Fun
You are a coward.
That's the kind of poster you are.
Posted by: "Pig" Miller | October 30, 2008 at 12:47 PM
Cool,
And, I'll give it more of an honest try.
But if you notice some people have dropped out, please consider a game off and counting participants as an experiment.
Thanks and . . .
GOOOooOOO LAKERS!!
Posted by: JohnnyP | October 30, 2008 at 12:50 PM
Speaking of trolls...where arrrrrre youuuuu Trolllllls! LOL! I know - they'll be back right after the Lakers' first loss. But, boy, the silence is beautiful.
Posted by: cscoot | October 30, 2008 at 12:51 PM