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2019 - 2020 Houston Rockets Thread of Heroes Taking Shots

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If healthy (big if I know) this is a pretty damn good team on paper. I’ve worked with Rafael Stone and expect him to succeed given how smart the guy is.

58 minutes ago, UDontKnow said:

Allegedly a Rockets insider

 

Harden for Paul George. Westbrook stays. 

#2020

24 minutes ago, Mack Tripper said:

If healthy (big if I know) this is a pretty damn good team on paper. I’ve worked with Rafael Stone and expect him to succeed given how smart the guy is.

You work/worked for the Rockets?

2 hours ago, UDontKnow said:

Allegedly a Rockets insider

 

Rockets are bringing back Kevin Willis or Mutumbo. 

2 hours ago, Murfdogg21 said:

Rockets are bringing back Kevin Willis or Mutumbo. 

A really big weird move or a really weird big move?

I saw Kevin Willis at the Galleria—truly a T. rex.

10 hours ago, UDontKnow said:

Allegedly a Rockets insider

 

This guy is legit. He has been on the money with his predictions, like cyberx

He was tweeting yesterday that the Rockets were going after Buddy Hield

2 hours ago, HtownHorn said:

He was tweeting yesterday that the Rockets were going after Buddy Hield

happy fuck yeah GIF
What would they want in addition to RW, our next 10 first rounders?

Just now, Murfdogg21 said:

happy fuck yeah GIF
What would they want in addition to RW, our next 10 first rounders?

It was centered on Gordon, Tucker, and picks. The Kings have to make a decision between Hield and Bogdanovic in the next few hours.

Diop did have that one block on Tim Duncan in the playoffs that one time. 

17 hours ago, runthebone said:

A really big weird move or a really weird big move?

I saw Kevin Willis at the Galleria—truly a T. rex.

CSB, but Kevin Willis hit on my gf at the time.  Unlike asshole Michael Jordan*, he at least did so when I wasn't in her company. 

*MJ never hit on my gf, but there's a famous internet story out there of him doing this to the writer. 

On 11/17/2020 at 4:44 PM, Pasken said:

Rockets owner Tilman Fertitta 'is hellbent on reducing payroll,' avoiding luxury tax, per report

https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/rockets-owner-tilman-fertitta-is-hellbent-on-reducing-payroll-avoiding-luxury-tax-per-report/

 

The Warriors just increased their luxury tax from $66 to $134 million by using their trade exception.  That is an owner dedicated to winning.  Suck a dick, Tilman.

6 hours ago, runthebone said:

The Warriors just increased their luxury tax from $66 to $134 million by using their trade exception.  That is an owner dedicated to winning.  Suck a dick, Tilman.

When his whole life is built upon leveraged credit and debt, what can you expect. Someone drum up some racist shit from his past and force him to sell. 

16 minutes ago, Mack Tripper said:

Rockets are said to be interested in Batum who was waived to make room for Hayward

Funny story, he was the Rockets first round pick in 2008 but was traded away for Darrell Arthur and Joey Dorsey (ugh). Was superb with the Blazers, but fell off with the Hornets and a lot of that was due to injury. He's a career 35% 3 point shooter, but despite being 6'8" I wonder if he has much left in the tank defensively. He might be worth taking a chance on a vet's minimum to shore up the bench.

Hopefully he won't be the Sacha Baron Cohen version of Bruno. In fairness to him, he got next to no playing time (thanks D'Antoni!).

EDIT: Gerald Green in the background of the clip in case you missed it. 

Edited by UDontKnow

Is anyone really surprised by this?

 

 

Edited by UDontKnow

Well I think signing 2 front court players with immense offensive potential is a good step in that direction.

10 hours ago, Mack Tripper said:

Looks like we will do a sign and trade with NY for Rivers which would generate a TPE.

Apparently they convinced Rivers to opt into his contract to do the sign and trade as opposed to just letting the Knicks sign him outright.

Edited by HtownHorn

12 hours ago, Mack Tripper said:

Looks like we will do a sign and trade with NY for Rivers which would generate a TPE.

 

1 hour ago, HtownHorn said:

Apparently they convinced Rivers to opt into his contract to do the sign and trade as opposed to just letting the Knicks sign him outright.

While it's nice to have a TPE (in the event the Knicks don't send back players or enough picks), what benefit does it do for the Rockets if they are hard capped and unwilling to incur luxury tax (thanks Tilman)?

 

Also, since Bruno Caboclo is back, where does he fit? Obviously, he comes off of the bench. But who does he back up? Christian Wood even though he's more of a small forward? Or just plug and play wherever?

10 minutes ago, UDontKnow said:

 

While it's nice to have a TPE (in the event the Knicks don't send back players or enough picks), what benefit does it do for the Rockets if they are hard capped and unwilling to incur luxury tax (thanks Tilman)?

 

Also, since Bruno Caboclo is back, where does he fit? Obviously, he comes off of the bench. But who does he back up? Christian Wood even though he's more of a small forward? Or just plug and play wherever?

Would love to turn Rivers into Spellman.

12 hours ago, Mack Tripper said:

Looks like we will do a sign and trade with NY for Rivers which would generate a TPE.

It was reported last week's NBA Trade Rumors that Austin Rivers had reached an agreement with the New York Knicks as a free agent this offseason. The 28-year-old was initially believed to have opted-out of his contract with the Houston Rockets. However, it seems the franchise convinced him to opt-in rather than leave as a free agent. This will allow the Houston Rockets to get some assets in return for Rivers.

There have been rumors in the NBA community regarding the Houston Rockets potential rebuilding plans. With insiders leaking that the franchise is, in fact, looking to trade its superstar duo of James Harden and Russell Westbrook, many believe that a rebuild is inevitable and could start as early as this week.

The New York Knicks have several assets they are willing to use, according to NBA Trade Rumors. The franchise is reportedly committed to the growth of their young stars R.J Barrett and Obi Toppin and is looking to build around them.

On the whole, this trade could be good for both teams involved. The Houston Rockets could bring in younger players and gain some assets in return for a player who was never a key part of their plans. 

The New York Knicks, on the other hand, require veteran leadership. Austin Rivers could provide experience and also potentially help the franchise's young players fulfill their potential in the coming years.  The New York Knicks have finally started to make offseason moves their fans can be proud of. If the franchise can continue on this path, the team could be headed towards long-overdue success.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/basketball/rumor-nba-trade-rumors-new-york-knicks-now-negotiating-houston-rockets-acquire-austin-rivers-sign-and-trade

Yeah, we didn't get back anything we really wanted from the Knicks. Oh well.

15 minutes ago, UDontKnow said:

Yeah, we didn't get back anything we really wanted from the Knicks. Oh well.

How do U Know what they wanted?

Rockets used their entire 20-21 cash allotment in the Ariza Wood trade. So they can't offer money when trying to dump contracts anymore. Might explain the deal with the Knicks for the PG.

16 hours ago, Rockethorn1978 said:

Guess we are rolling with WB and harden again.

I always thought Harden would stay. I still think there is a chance that WB is moved if the right trade presents itself.

7 hours ago, LebongJames said:

I always thought Harden would stay. I still think there is a chance that WB is moved if the right any trade presents itself.

FIFY

Apparently the Harden and Westbrook's trade rumors have impacted the NBA Christmas day scheduling. No game for the Rockets.

Oooh

 

Trade WB for another guard that can’t shoot. And I won’t lie I haven’t paid any attention to wall to know if he’s worth anything. Got a first out of it though.

Oooh
 

Well you should be shave a few years off of one horrible contract by taking on another....which begs the question, when was the last time anyone watched John wall play?
1 minute ago, MNLonghornFUKM said:


Well you should be shave a few years off of one horrible contract by taking on another....which begs the question, when was the last time anyone watched John wall play?

2 years ago this month 

John Wall is whatever, but I can't believe the rockets *gained* a pick while dumping westbrick.

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