Open Thread: 2008 NBA Draft
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by your friendly BullsBlogger on Jun 26, 2008 6:00 PM CDT reply actions
I was smiling too
Until I remembered that Dick Vitale plays a prominent role on ESPN’s draft coverage.
Hell yes
I remember creating that lucky thread a month ago, now it is come to this.
I am solely responsible for getting the Bulls this luck, my mental powers are far superior than NBAO’s.
I want to hear Bilas say...
“he gets his hands on a lot of balls”...just once.
Step 1 - Win lottery. Step 2 - Hire a coach. Step 3 - Win.
Finally
We are here congradulations to you and all the true Bulls fans out there. This is a special moment and im glad to spend it with people who enjoy this as much as myself.
By ESPN? I didn't know they had the ability to officially announce anything.
Whatever, doesn’t matter. I’m just being nuanced.
I mean, if what Katz said is true, it means they think Beasley is the better player.
And I’d trust their judgment over mine. Just because I think he’s the best doesn’t mean he is.
Or they think they are the same, talent wise
but Rose is a better fit.
Or, more likely, they are just spouting cliches.
Wow...
Pax is the most gutless GM ever. Always goes for the safe option…
The No 1 Chi -Town sports fan in Europe!
Safe?
Everyone is assuming Beasley is the immediate impact and Rose is the project.
Oh and there was Tyrus Thomas . . .
I have no idea what you’re talking about
"character issues"
...also not trading for KG, Pau. Always going for the “nice kid” that will behave.
The No 1 Chi -Town sports fan in Europe!
Still don't get it
Joakim Noah and Tyrus Thomas both aren’t your typical nice kids as you can tell from this past year.
He offered a shit load to Minnesota the year before they actually traded him. They didn’t bite.
Memphis just wanted cap space. Something the Bulls didn’t have.
Pax has gambled.
Whatever...
it’sRose for the next 15 years now. Let’s hope we win loads of Chips with him. Will be interesting to see what our next move will be…
The No 1 Chi -Town sports fan in Europe!
Yes KG and Pau are superstars that can carry their teams
After all of last season, I cannot believe you are still thinking like that.
by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 6:30 PM CDT up reply actions
Paxson offered...
...Tyson Chandler, Luol Deng, and the #2 pick in the draft for KG.
Essentially, you’re blaming Kevin McHale’s stupidity on Paxson.
You really don’t know what you’re writing about.
by BullsFanInSeattle on Jun 26, 2008 7:14 PM CDT up reply actions
The point is that Pax...
... is conservative in his strategy. I can’t believe you are disputing this…
The No 1 Chi -Town sports fan in Europe!
I'm disputing....
....some of your evidence of it. He may be conservative, but:
1. Not to the extreme that you believe; and
2. It probably didn’t have ANYTHING to do with this pick.
Paxson thinks Rose is the best player, as do I and about 75-80% of the public. We may be wrong, but this isn’t a case of Paxson believing that Beasley is better yet picking Rose.
It’s like the folks who yipe about Paxson not trading for Kobe – when anybody who knows anything about the NBA and the Lakers know that Kobe was never available.
by BullsFanInSeattle on Jun 26, 2008 7:51 PM CDT up reply actions
long and athletic long and athletic long and athletic long and athletic long and athletic
Jay Bilas’ teleprompter works. On with the show.
I am at work! We took Rose, I take it?
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Let's trade for Beasly now!!!
C’MOM PAX!!! WORK; WORK; WORK!!!
Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???
Miami took Beasley?
Friggin’ “live” draft tracker on CNNSI sucks.
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Oh, thanks guys.
Much appreicated.
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You're not missing anything. I already turned away from the draft preview.
I can only take so much yelling from Vitale and Stuart Scott.
On the group photo
Rose was the only guy holding basketball.
I guess we take HIM!!!!
"YES,WE CAN!"-B.OBAMA.
Man, I love the draft.
Can’t wait to see what weird trades happen, or who goes ridiculously high, or which kid is stuck in the green room getting the Brady Quinn treatment.
Even Stephen A. and Dick Vitale commentary can’t ruin it.
If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.
At least there aren't any Duke or UNC guys for him to gush over.
If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.
Vitaleisms work with women
2 minutes of crap riddled with “babees” and “ohhhoahhhs”.
by NBA Observer on Jun 26, 2008 6:40 PM CDT up reply actions
I AM SO PUMPED FOR THE BULLS AGAIN!!! GO ROSE!!!
Some people may argue that May 20 was the more historical day, but this is it. The Draft. Even though it’s a certainty now, it still will be awesome to see him put on that Bulls hat.
HAHAHAHAHA!!!!!
AWESOME!!!
Just after turning on the TV, I saw Wade, Hoiberg, and some other guy....
by MouseIsInTheHouse on Jun 26, 2008 6:17 PM CDT reply actions
YES!!!!!!!!
IT”S ROSE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
THank you Pax for not overthinking this!!!
"YES,WE CAN!"-B.OBAMA.
Man, Mayo's looking like a business school prof or something!
Not seeing anyone that measures up (down?) to Joakim last year. ;)
If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.
Joakim's attire was perfect
His pictures with Stern were absolutely priceless
We have every right to dream heroic dreams. Those who say that we're in a time when there are no heroes, they just don't know where to look.
Ronald Reagan
Mayo's interviews have been pretty impressive.
You can see how he got a 29 on the ACT. You can also tell that’s he’s older than Rose, Beasley, and the other 19 year old kids
formerly sbulls
He's got media coaching already
He was the one interviewing Doris Burke last night. It was rather impressive.
by NBA Observer on Jun 26, 2008 6:41 PM CDT up reply actions
Does anyone know how much longer ESPN is broadcasting the draft?
I remember TNT hosted it once, and EJ, Kenny, and Charles were great.
Just after turning on the TV, I saw Wade, Hoiberg, and some other guy....
by MouseIsInTheHouse on Jun 26, 2008 6:28 PM CDT reply actions
They make Hugs and Hand Pounds the lead anchor and add Mark Jackson???
Ughh.
Just after turning on the TV, I saw Wade, Hoiberg, and some other guy....
by MouseIsInTheHouse on Jun 26, 2008 6:29 PM CDT up reply actions
LOL... I meant how many more years... my bad.
Just after turning on the TV, I saw Wade, Hoiberg, and some other guy....
by MouseIsInTheHouse on Jun 26, 2008 6:30 PM CDT up reply actions
w00t
When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer
The President called
he wants his groove back.
by NBA Observer on Jun 26, 2008 6:42 PM CDT up reply actions
Better than the NFL
15 Minutes
"I tell you, Steve Blass, you pitch me inside, they never, never find that ball."
-Roberto Clemente
Probably just building tension and drama for the TV viewers.
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With a knife
"I tell you, Steve Blass, you pitch me inside, they never, never find that ball."
-Roberto Clemente
Here we go
"There is no 'i' in team, but there is in win."
--23
by Orlando Woolridge on Jun 26, 2008 6:37 PM CDT reply actions
Yes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
"YES,WE CAN!"-B.OBAMA.
So I couldn't find anything about who else the Bulls worked out.
I e-mailed Matt, and he hadn’t heard anything. I e-mailed DraftExpress, and they didn’t respond. I don’t think we’re going to see much wheelin’ & dealin’.
w00t w00t Derrick
"I tell you, Steve Blass, you pitch me inside, they never, never find that ball."
-Roberto Clemente
Finally!
It is official.
“At guard, from Memphis, 6-3, Derrrick Rooooose!!!!”
by RogersPark Kris on Jun 26, 2008 6:39 PM CDT reply actions
What is Rose saying? Anything?
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I like how he applauded us for thinking "outside the box" with Del Negro.
Maybe he wants someone to think outside the box and give him a job…?
Whoa
If only I cared about the interview, I would be pissed.
Derrick Rose
"I tell you, Steve Blass, you pitch me inside, they never, never find that ball."
-Roberto Clemente
I actually want to watch this draft (never really watched one before)...
...and I really don’t ant to hear S-A-S talk all night.
The draft is amazing
Because it’s so bad.
by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 6:44 PM CDT up reply actions
After all the complaining about
Noah last year now we get “Rose is too bland?”
Everything I post is speculation. I have no insider information nor ideas deemed concrete enough by those who are self-elected to regulate post content.
I never said it was a bad thing
That’s his personality. I don’t want someone trying to pretend he’s hilarious and a goof off because it gets him publicity. Rose’s play will be all the excitement I need.
by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 8:56 PM CDT up reply actions
Good!
I don’t care if my stars resonate with me, I just want them to stay out of trouble.
Bulls will have plenty of "entertainment"
with Noah still around.
by RogersPark Kris on Jun 26, 2008 6:45 PM CDT up reply actions
Good news is we're used to it
from all the company-speak the team has been employing in interviews forever.
If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.
Now we get to see
who Riley picks. At least it is more interesting than that SHORT interview with Rose.
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No surprise...it's Beasley
we’ll see if he stays there
How're Marion and Beasley going to play together?
"I tell you, Steve Blass, you pitch me inside, they never, never find that ball."
-Roberto Clemente
Defensively, it kinda makes sense.
Marion is really good at guarding 3’s. It could be a bit crowded on offense though… and Marion won’t be happy getting kicked out of the post/pick-and-roll again (like in Phoenix).
Well, now comes the long wait for summer league.
(Do number one overall draft picks even participate in summer league?)
After summer leaue, the five year continuous debate about whether or not Paxson made the right choice.
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I wouldn't be surprised to see Rose, Thomas and Noah play.
Thomas is a stretch, but not completely impossible. Noah didn’t play last year because of his shoulder. I think all three of them should.
McHale is asking Ainge
who he wants him to take.
by NBA Observer on Jun 26, 2008 6:47 PM CDT up reply actions
Yeah
My guess is Gordon moves
"I tell you, Steve Blass, you pitch me inside, they never, never find that ball."
-Roberto Clemente
We can add Hughes to sweeten the deal
"I tell you, Steve Blass, you pitch me inside, they never, never find that ball."
-Roberto Clemente
Rose and his mom
They both sounded like they were just told they were going to be audited in their interview.
On no...
Pax just said that Rose is going to have to “earn” his spot and won’t be coming out right away. Bleh.
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i cringed at that as well. classic
When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer
I liked the juxtaposition of that
and the unfortunate presence of Jim Paxson in the Bulls’ “war room” shot.
It's scary
I have a feeling we’re going to be bitching for most of the season about Hinrich playing over Rose.
No fucking way. Joke?
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I can't believe that
What about earning it by being awesome in college, and more talented than anyone else on the team. Cummon, Pax, let the kids play finally.
"I tell you, Steve Blass, you pitch me inside, they never, never find that ball."
-Roberto Clemente
How about we let the other
number one pick on the team start over him. Uh, yeah. That’s nobody. So start him.
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What the fuck did Hinrich do last season to earn anything?
Same old shit from this franchise – Hinrich has a big contract, so he has to play.
LMAO. I already received an e-mail from the Bulls asking
me if I want to pre-order my Derrick Rose jersey.
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Gordon isn't going anywhere tonight
And neither is Deng.
No one is going to take them without beiong able to talk contract with them
Remember he said
that we was going to wait until 1st of july; and now he said that rose had to learn some things
Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???
Because Hinrich could be a better "teatcher" to rose
Pax said that he have to learn some things
Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???
Hinrich
Did you hear what Paxson just said? He talked about easing Rose in slowly.
I do agree
I’d rather keep Gordon than Hinrich, but Hinrich would be tough to trade because of his contract and Gordon is a restricted fee agent.
I don't understand why everyone says Hinrich's contract is a problem.
You do realize that his contract declines in pay every year. Not to mention that he is somewhere in the top 13-18 PGs in the league. He is a very tradable asset
What the hell can Hinrich teach him?
Which bars to go to?
Sorry, but Hinrich
never really came off as anything but a serviceable PG. He never seemed very vocal on the court and as co-captain with Deng last year the team imploded. I don’t dislike Hinrich, but teacher doesn’t seem like something he should be doing with an impressionable rookie. Hire someone to teach him like you’d hire a big man coach.
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I think if a really solid trade for the team involving Hinrich comes along, he'll do it.
But if he’s letting Du walk, they do need someone else who can handle the ball. I don’t see that they have a ton of control over where things go with BG.
If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.
The ESPN draftcast has had the CLips at#4
the whole time.
by NBA Observer on Jun 26, 2008 6:51 PM CDT up reply actions
Who goes next, Love, Bayless, or Lopez?
by RogersPark Kris on Jun 26, 2008 6:50 PM CDT reply actions
isn't this the clips pick? they're going Eric Gordon
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or not
When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer
Sam Presti is foolish to take Westbrook
The Sonics have nothing on their front line for the future.
by NBA Observer on Jun 26, 2008 6:59 PM CDT up reply actions
I guess the Clips only wanted the pick if Mayo WAS there...
which was the opposite of what was reported, I think.
Westbrook? Nah, that was Collison that got killed.
If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.
Probably the best thing for him, really.
If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.
We gotta ask Presti
to take Noc. Jeff Green can’t play the PF.
by NBA Observer on Jun 26, 2008 7:02 PM CDT up reply actions
I actually kinda like those three guys together.
You either have a nice big lineup with Green at the 3 or a really good small ball lineup.
Not sure what they do with Green, but I like KD much better at the 3 than the 2
If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.
I can't believe that last pick. The Rondo Effect.
When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer
But isn't Rondo like huge for a PG
And his hands are massive Westbrook looks small.
by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 6:59 PM CDT up reply actions
I was talking about their superb athleticism and defensive skills
combined with a lack of a real offensive game…
When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer
Rondo is 6'1?
I think the TV just makes him look huge.
by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 7:03 PM CDT up reply actions
he has a massive wingspan
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My "Must Haves" for this draft:
Portland doesn’t get Alexander
Portland doesn’t get Rush
worst kept secret
Love was on PTI and kept bringing up Memphis over and over and over again. Good fit I think. Well, I’m just happy he isn’t with the Bulls
here comes bayless
When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer
Knicks have so many holes
I think they take the big Italian kid or Bayless. I hope they take Augstin though. Add a career backup :)
that italian kid is gonna get rained with boos
if ny takes him.
Knicks should take Bayless
They’re probably going to take Gallinari.
by NBA Observer on Jun 26, 2008 7:05 PM CDT up reply actions
i think they should take him too
i hope they don’t
his stock fell just because of
recent international scares.
He can be real, real good.
What exactly were they hoping for?
That they would somehow take Beasley away from Miami (with Stern’s help)?
Knicks=epic fail
Actually, he’ll be good, but the fans will kill him unless he plays with David Lee type hustle.
Has the Paxson interview been played anywhere locally?
I haven’t heard it on ESPN 1000.
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I wonder how many of those people have ever seen him play
I’d guess somewhere around 0.25 percent.
I was just going to say that
I hope he can show they were wrong booing him
Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???
They were booing in English
They whistle in Italian or some shit like that.
by NBA Observer on Jun 26, 2008 7:14 PM CDT up reply actions
lopez might have the highest value now
but i could see gordon or bayless picked next
don't like the gordon pick
but i’m not at all surprised the clips took him
I would prefer Bayless, especially since they don't really have a point.
At least Bayless is a combo.
Kind of funny there as everyone else is talking about how he can't handle the ball,
not a great passer, etc., then Jackson (I think it was his voice, I was in the other room) says he can play both backcourt positions. Really? ‘Cause a PG who can’t handle the ball or pass seems like a problem…
If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.
Need a big
Just a PF big. I don’t know what they do though.
by NBA Observer on Jun 26, 2008 7:16 PM CDT up reply actions
I think the Bobcats will take Lopez
I don’t know if they’re sold on Okafor and besides isn’t Okafor a RFA?
they will take Lopez
to move Okafor to the 4, his natural position.
lopez or augustin
i think they should take lopez
So the Mavericks *only* won 51 games last year.
That’s their fewest since 1999-2000, according to the 4-letter.
Mark Jackson is so dumb.
Every other person in and around the NBA understands that the Knicks are building towards 2010… but he thinks they need someone who can “help today.”
why alexander?
you just traded for jefferson?
I bet joe’s pissed he’s gonna be stuck behind someone.
yeah
bad pick. But hey, he will hustle? the Bucks are a joke
LOL
Just after turning on the TV, I saw Wade, Hoiberg, and some other guy....
by MouseIsInTheHouse on Jun 26, 2008 7:19 PM CDT up reply actions
Come on, don't pick on the guy for something he has no control over.
He’s actually really good about working with kids with the same condition.
If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.
I didn't think it was harsh...
I stated a fact.
Step 1 - Win lottery. Step 2 - Hire a coach. Step 3 - Win.
Did you really just use height to say why someone isn't a PF?
W/ all the talk about that this year? Really?
What else should I use?
Standing reach, strength, style of play? All of those make him a 3.
i'd play alexander over charlie at the 4
charlie doesn’t think on the court.
a return of small ball?
thankfully not in Chicago.
trade kirk now
i would love to see the Bulls trade Kirk tonight. the Blazers can’t like anyone on the board.
Kirk in Balance
Trade Kirk now: worth 5.5 million to us, 9 million to the partner.
Trade Kirk on or after Tuesday: Worth 9 million to us, 9 million to the partner.
The Bucks just picked a SF they may try to play the PF. They didn’t pick a PG. They are paying Charlie Bell and Mo Williams. Would Charlie Bell work as a backup PG for us?
Are there better destinations for Kirk? Does it have to be now or can it be AFTER negotiations with Deng and Gordon?
by NBA Observer on Jun 26, 2008 7:30 PM CDT up reply actions
I guess the speaking Mandarin bonus is not a bonus anymore since they got rid of Yi
Just after turning on the TV, I saw Wade, Hoiberg, and some other guy....
by MouseIsInTheHouse on Jun 26, 2008 7:21 PM CDT reply actions
Those two moves don't make sense together to me.
Trading for Jefferson says they’re trying to make the playoffs… but then they draft Alexander, probably the biggest project in the lottery? At the same position?
Bobcats pick next
Will MJ find a way to pick another Tar Heel?
should be lopez
i’ll laugh if they take randolph
I think these next couple picks
could have a lot of trade possibilities for the Bulls.
Both Char and Indy have another first rounder (20 and 17 respectfully)
And Por and GS are probably looking to deal their picks.
Should be interesting
terrible pick Jordan
Augstin and Felton isn’t pretty together
True, but Felton may just not be that good
And Augustin might actually be good. It’s insurance against Felton never being a valuable starting PG.
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That's true.
It seems like the consensus opinion is that Bayless is the most PG-ready of the combo guards though. I guess they want a “purer” point.
Come on Pax
Send Hughes/Gooden/next year’s first for NJ’s pick.
That way we can get Lopez.
And this helps the Nets clear more cap for 2010.
Gooden expires this year and Hughes the following.
uggh
I think we would have taken Bayless or Lopez though
Well, yeah, I'm not saying we would have done the same thing,
but these are the guys the Bulls would have been choosing among.
If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.
I wouldn't have minded Lopez there.
He would complement Noah nicely.
I think he's used playing along side a guy with crazy hair.
Just after turning on the TV, I saw Wade, Hoiberg, and some other guy....
by MouseIsInTheHouse on Jun 26, 2008 7:31 PM CDT up reply actions
great post... that is some good perspective.
we all should be damn thankful for the #1 pick
The Kings have got to be giddy
The Pacers aren’t going to take Bayless, since they just traded for TJ Ford, so he’s going to drop to them at 12 (unless someone trades up with Insiana).
You think they'll take him?
I guess TJ Ford is injury-prone, so maybe you’re right.
I wouldn't be suprised to see a trade with Miami!
I think ole Riles is going to be shopping Beasley or Marion. We may be the team to grab one of them. Maybe KH & Gooden for Marion.
Kick it to me... I'm open!
Hinrich+Noc for Marion?
This trade would really help Miami much more than it would help Chicago. We’d just get the cap room.
I think Riley works the phones to get his PF first.
by NBA Observer on Jun 26, 2008 7:35 PM CDT up reply actions
Best player available
by far. Good pick, even if they have TJ Ford. He will be there Ben Gordon.
alright portland and GState
are coming up. They don’t need anyone on the board. They could both use Kirk and Noce. We should be working the phones to those two teams.
I'm interested in GS's pick
I really want to get Kosta Koufos.
How about Andris Biedrins and their pick for Hinrich/Hughes/Gooden?
I was just thinking we were about evened out - people went in different orders than anticipated,
but everyone expected to be off the board here was off. Then Jason Thompson out of the blue! First guy not invited to be there in person.
If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.
well, shit. That means Portland will take Rush.
And he’ll excel as the SF guarding perimeter players and hitting 3’s. Dammit. One pick away from them having nothing.
I like Portland. I like the Jayhawks. Either works for me. :)
If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.
I don't like Portland fans.
I was fine rooting for the team until I encountered their ridiculous superiority complex.
interesting 2 options
both players would work. Chalmers came up big in championship and solid player since being in college. Rush a shooter.
here comes Rush to the Blazers...
When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer
Hinrich and Noce for
How does that help us?
I’m sorry, but Hinrich and Noce are both better basketball players than everyone you mentioned.
the point was to clear capspace for 2010
plus Noce isn’t and shouldn’t play this year.
Jay Bilas says that Thompson "got tired" in the MAAC Tournament
I’m sure he won’t get tired over the course of an 82-game NBA season, though.
dammit
When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer
Chad Ford says Bayless is going to Portland
http://sports.espn.go.com/nbadraft/draft/tracker/round?draftyear=2008
Bayless really slid in the draft, which makes him a great value here. Why would the Pacers draft another point guard after trading for T.J. Ford? We’re hearing Bayless is going to Portland for No. 13 and Jarrett Jack.
Makes sense since the Blazers just took Rush.
I think Bayless will flop due to his size. I’d love that trade.
Pritchard: Oh yeah. We already have Brandon Roy. Can't have two Brandons. Gotta make another trade.
Just after turning on the TV, I saw Wade, Hoiberg, and some other guy....
by MouseIsInTheHouse on Jun 26, 2008 7:52 PM CDT up reply actions
new thread is up
http://www.blogabull.com/2008/6/26/559690/bulls-select-derrick-rose
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by your friendly BullsBlogger on Jun 26, 2008 7:48 PM CDT reply actions
i like the randolph pick
he’s got some huge upside.
He could thrive at golden state.
Me too. Nice value there.
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chad ford
The Blazers will send the rights to Rush and Jarrett Jack to the Pacers for the rights to Bayless and Ike Diogu.
meh. That's alright.
I don’t think they’ll seriously contend against the Bulls in 3-5 years when the Bulls are really making their move.
i still think the pacers should have got a big
with their first pick.
kinda surprised the blazers want bayless
augustin would be a better fit.
Roy plays point anytime it's an important possession
So Bayless makes more sense than Augustin.
formerly sbulls
yeah i guess they're similar
noah’s more athletic.
they compare robin lopez to varejao.
Does extra crazy hair = energy?
Noah, Lopez, Varejao, Etan Thomas…
Just after turning on the TV, I saw Wade, Hoiberg, and some other guy....
by MouseIsInTheHouse on Jun 26, 2008 8:03 PM CDT up reply actions
BIG BEN
in his prime(before he was a bull) with his fro he was mad energetic.
by AFireInside661 on Jun 29, 2008 2:22 AM CDT up reply actions
kinda surprised pheonix took robin lopez
they got shaq, amare, skinner, and they typically like to play small
Bayless going to Portland
If I’m the Blazer’s I’d take Bayless before Kirk also.
Our options are getting smaller to move Kirk. Maybe the Clippers
and Elton Brand – Kirk trade?
While Pax is being cautious
trade partners are disappearing.
Portland and Indiana definitely seem to be off the board now.
As a U of I senior during his freshman, I can't get rid of that "KOUFOS IS A DOOFUS" chant
Just after turning on the TV, I saw Wade, Hoiberg, and some other guy....
by MouseIsInTheHouse on Jun 26, 2008 8:16 PM CDT reply actions
Stuar Scott: "Jay, you just mentioned [Hickson]. You look like Nostradamus."
Bilas: “Well, Stu, I just mentioned five guys, but thanks for the compliment.”
Cleveland is so stupid. I can’t believe they’ve barely gotten better [as a team] over five years of having LeBron James.
they're a good defensive team, terrible offensive team
they could have got an athletic big to help their offense.
arthur or koufus.
and they took hickson. i don’t like it.
It's not too bad.
He traded a future pick for a guy who will have to be kept overseas. I mean, it’s not good, but I don’t htink it’s terrible.
Wow, Devin Harris, Darrell Arthur (???) and Brook Lopez...
...to go along w/ LeBron James in 2 years? Hmm…
he's gonna be good.
orlando will be much improved if they take arthur or koufus
I know right
His draft file has a constipated picture of him.
WAK UP PAX!!!
SEND NOCE TO THE SPURS FOR THE #26. We can get a good Big guy
Please Pax!!! Can you trade Hughes???
with how far the bigs have fallen...
i kinda agree.
How?
I dont think that would work… Noce is worth more than the 26th
i don't think he is
but it would be tough to make the salaries work.
Maybe theoretically, but it clears space for the Bulls
It wouldn’t be the worst idea ever.
If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.
the spurs are one of the smartest franchises...
ya really think they’d want noc?
he's traveling in a car thru a under ground bridge
at the moment, playing on his new cell phone saying
“can you hear me now”
Blazers
Thats a nice pick with Bayless. I still think they would take Kirk or Noce.
I don't see a need for Kirk
on their roster with Bayless trade, maybe still some Noc interest, but his contract and defensive play are n’t so attractive to any team.
back court
Bayless, Hinrich and Roy sounds sick.
who's gonna fall out of the first round
and guaranteed money?
arthur is holding his breath.
I feel sorry for him
Hes going in the first round though Portland, Memphis, Detroit and Boston couldnt pass on him. Especially him playing the 3 in Portland.
Arthur, Greene and Jordan all falling hard.
Is there any way that CDR makes it to Chicago in the 2nd round?
I don't see how he doesn't get snatched up by SA
Bruce Bowen is a million years old, they need someone else who can be a SG/SF.
by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 8:50 PM CDT up reply actions
I guess not trying hard enough in college comes back to bite you
Arthur and Jordan were heralded as lottery picks for months.
by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 8:51 PM CDT up reply actions
Or
Any of the gentlemen you mentioned… Hardin wouldnt be a bad choice but id still rather Jordan for his physical abilities.
Jordan is a project
The Bulls have enough stuff to worry about, they ahve to add another 7 footer with raw talent to the mix? Let them develop Tyrus first.
by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 8:52 PM CDT up reply actions
If Jordan falls out of the 1st round, I'd trade up to get him
Maybe there’s only a 5 percent chance that he’ll be any good, but his upside is great enough that he’s worth a gamble. I wouldn’t want to give him a guaranteed contract, but I’d take him in the 2nd round in a minute.
those idiots at espn would interview arthur
while he’s been and still is waiting to get drafted..
Ah, Seattle with a raw big
Now it’s a draft!
If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.
Must improve: Experience
That’s what ESPN said, anyways.
I thought Sam Presti was a genius?
What’s the point of having 9 picks if you don’t pick the right players?
by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 8:55 PM CDT up reply actions
It kind of seemed like a pre-decided pick,
like it was anticipated that there wouldn’t be anyone good left?
If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.
brandon rush next reggie miller?
efficient scorer.
reggie miller probably was one of te most efficient scorers in NBA history?
I was trying
trying to count to 1 on Indiana
haha, yeah, I forgot for a second.
As much as I don’t like Portland (fans) right now, I like Rush there way better than at Indiana.
Well
Hes with his brother im surprised he didnt even mention that when he was interviewed.
Maybe
We could offer our second round for Miamis if we include some JamesOn hair gel.
yeah....
but you know the spurs aren’t going to pick some slouch.
CDR is a slouch?
I thought he would have been a perfect fit for them.
by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 9:04 PM CDT up reply actions
DraftExpress is reporting that Batum was trying to go to the Spurs.
Apparently, they hid his physical after his medical problem to try to get to the Spurs and Batum’s agent told DX, right after he was picked, “We just missed it by one pick.”
I bet
Nawlins is wishing they had that pick.
Fuck the Blazers
Seriously? Arthur as your backup to LMA?
by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 9:09 PM CDT up reply actions
Wow, Portland FUCKING AGAIN had the steals of the draft.
A Top-5 pick at 13 and a Lottery pick at 27??? What? I’m so angry w/ Portland. I hope they never put it together.
Seriously, Matt better block any shitboxes that ever try to post from Blazers Edge
They have stocked so much fucking talent, they could go get Carmelo just for the hell of it.
by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 9:13 PM CDT up reply actions
11 picks left
Only five players I like left.
Jordan could be available
If we could get Walker I say he’s worth the risk
by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 9:21 PM CDT up reply actions
either would be a helluva pick at that point. don't see it happening though :\
When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer
You think that Australian guy could fall to us?
God I’m so mad at Portland I want Chicago to get a steal in the 2nd round.
by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 9:22 PM CDT up reply actions
and they have another one coming up. you know they're taking a guy we want
When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer
not feelin' that at all
When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer
I'd say more potential, he was a top 5 pick before his injuries
by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 9:25 PM CDT up reply actions
i agree. but they're games are different. walker is more of an inside punisher. also more explosive.
When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer
Walker to Detroit? and then CDR to Celts?
When I watch NBA games I often call the fouls before the referees do. Sometimes it’s a gift. Most of the time it's troublesome. - NBA Observer
CDR and Chalmers still out there
Guess that NCAA finals boost doesn’t work for everyone, huh?
If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.
I don't get it
CDR was projected everywhere from 10-20. What’s so bad about him that successful teams wouldn’t pick him?
by Ozzie Montana on Jun 26, 2008 9:24 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm wondering if it's a problem of who they worked out for?
I mean, it makes no sense to me – but maybe the teams picking now just didn’t really scope them out or something.
If nothing else, taking Rose will at least piss off Pat Riley.
I said, new thread is up
once it’s over 300 comments it gets a little slow-loading, no?
http://www.blogabull.com/2008/6/26/559690/bulls-select-derrick-rose
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by your friendly BullsBlogger on Jun 26, 2008 9:28 PM CDT reply actions
Chris Douglas Roberts to NETS 40th pick
WTF, man Bulls picked Sonny Weems 39th pick, wtf, He is a forward who is 6’5 and CDR never lost a game of 1 on 1 in his life (thats wat he says) and he is also 6’7! What the hell were the Bulls thinking right there?18ppg
BTW CDR was best player on Memphis before D-Rose took over. 18ppg, 4.1 rebs. Wow, just wow nice one Pax.
Read the "Omar Asik' post thing.
I was miffed by it too, but meh, we’re getting a center in two years. Who is apparently very good, and has a large amount of potential.
Let’s trade Hinrich for CDR and someone else good! Err … Nets, nets … I can’t think of anyone good on the nets anymore. Crap. Err. Maybe they can give up like $30 million. And then … they’ll … have two point guards. Woo. This is totally plausible.
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