Well, as the Finals are on the verge of reaching game seven, it's time to keep going through my list of potential Timberwolf free agents. You can find number's nine and ten by going to the main page of the blog.
Thanks for taking a look. Let me know what you think!
Friday, June 17, 2016
Wednesday, June 15, 2016
The Top 10: 10 & 9
8 days ahead of the NBA draft and 16 from the opening of free agency so it's time to talk additions to the team for next season.
The possibility of trading #5 and/or some of the players looms over the process but I'm not in favor that, at least as far as the pick goes. Dumping Rudez, Prince, Pek and Payne would all be acceptable first steps. I'm on the fence as far as Garnett and Bjelica being on the team goes. The remaining eight could loosely be considered the current core of the team, though that may be a stretch for Jones and Greg Smith.
The best teams are able to go 10 or even 12 players deep, as needed. That's a gap of at least two but as many as six players. Even if the team were to add six to the eight player core there would be one open spot on the roster, not a bad possibility, just a fact.
I hope that one of those six is Buddy Heild, via the draft. It's also quite possible that a second round pick or undrafted free agent gets brought into the fold but that's extremely speculative so I'm going to dispense with that possibility as of now.
There is a list of more then 150 free agents to be on NBA.com. I'm going to try to whittle that list down to the ten players I'd most like to see added.
After scanning through the list, I identified 12 players. Obviously that's two more then 10 but I'll put the also rans before I jump in.
None of these guys will merit anywhere close to max contracts because it's not too early to start planning for the eventual big money that some of our guys are going to get in a few years.
#12: Jordan Hill
The possibility of trading #5 and/or some of the players looms over the process but I'm not in favor that, at least as far as the pick goes. Dumping Rudez, Prince, Pek and Payne would all be acceptable first steps. I'm on the fence as far as Garnett and Bjelica being on the team goes. The remaining eight could loosely be considered the current core of the team, though that may be a stretch for Jones and Greg Smith.
The best teams are able to go 10 or even 12 players deep, as needed. That's a gap of at least two but as many as six players. Even if the team were to add six to the eight player core there would be one open spot on the roster, not a bad possibility, just a fact.
I hope that one of those six is Buddy Heild, via the draft. It's also quite possible that a second round pick or undrafted free agent gets brought into the fold but that's extremely speculative so I'm going to dispense with that possibility as of now.
There is a list of more then 150 free agents to be on NBA.com. I'm going to try to whittle that list down to the ten players I'd most like to see added.
After scanning through the list, I identified 12 players. Obviously that's two more then 10 but I'll put the also rans before I jump in.
None of these guys will merit anywhere close to max contracts because it's not too early to start planning for the eventual big money that some of our guys are going to get in a few years.
#12: Jordan Hill
I would like any forward that the Wolves sign to be a passable three point shooter, which Jordan Hill has not been during his career. In spite of that, on a one or two year deal, worth like three million per year he would be a decent addition to the bench.#11: DJ Augustin
Not the best point guard of the bunch, but would probably be signed for a reasonable contract, is an experienced player to help Tyus develop and could serve as the backup in the interim. Didn't find out any info regarding his play on both ends but guys who aren't at least passable on defense don't usually make it at the pro level for eight years. A two or three year contract at four million per year would be a good addition.
Sunday, June 12, 2016
The Runner up
For those of you who reading this I think it's fair to say that you are true basketball fans. You're reading about the Timberwolves in mid June so I don't think it's a stretch. This isn't only for true fans but will hopefully at least be of much interest to those who are.
In one particular way the Wolves have found themselves to be the runner up as a result of the decisions of a certain NBA elite player. And yes I say decision intentionally because it's the one and only Lebron James.
For some reason I've never heard this angle taken by fans of our local team, but it's certainly possible I missed it. If that's the case, hit me with the link to that post or posts!
How has our favorite ball squad been the runner up to his choices? It may be obvious but since I don't want to assume too heavily on hardcore fandom I will lay out plain. Sorry to those of you who have already connected the dots, but thanks for stopping by and please check back soon!
Anyways, let's get on with it!
In one particular way the Wolves have found themselves to be the runner up as a result of the decisions of a certain NBA elite player. And yes I say decision intentionally because it's the one and only Lebron James.
For some reason I've never heard this angle taken by fans of our local team, but it's certainly possible I missed it. If that's the case, hit me with the link to that post or posts!
How has our favorite ball squad been the runner up to his choices? It may be obvious but since I don't want to assume too heavily on hardcore fandom I will lay out plain. Sorry to those of you who have already connected the dots, but thanks for stopping by and please check back soon!
Anyways, let's get on with it!
An Ode to Champions - Minn SoDak
I would like to list out all the teams and individuals who won at all the levels of every sport in Minnesota, but fact is that the list is too extensive.
The results for the South Dakota championships weren't posted on the High school association website. It's disappointing that they don't recognize the winners but it is South Dakota so it's not really a surprise.
As a result of the two complications I'm doing this as one post.
What I have to say is this, to each and every champion, congratulations. Let the hard work that you put in, and the results, be a stepping stone into your future. Enjoy the success but make sure you keep working hard at whatever you choose to do down the road.
The results for the South Dakota championships weren't posted on the High school association website. It's disappointing that they don't recognize the winners but it is South Dakota so it's not really a surprise.
As a result of the two complications I'm doing this as one post.
What I have to say is this, to each and every champion, congratulations. Let the hard work that you put in, and the results, be a stepping stone into your future. Enjoy the success but make sure you keep working hard at whatever you choose to do down the road.
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