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Part of me wants to see what happens if Kawhi joins the Lakers and they fill out the roster with hungry D-leaguers.
Kawhi's comes across as a simple humble guy. Drives a 20 year old Tahoe.
Don't see his ego being a problem at all. He will play with anybody. Even LeBron.
From a strictly basketball/competition standpoint I don't see why Kawhi would go to the Clippers now that the Lakers got AD. I really don't. Why would you go there and face that head on in the Western Conference? I'm sure Kawhi is a competitive guy who's not really "afraid" of the Lakers, but it's basically common sense to stay in the Eastern Conference now. And again, that's from a strictly basketball standpoint. I know it's warmer in LA and that's where he's from. He could go to the Lakers and make another super team, but I actually don't think Kawhi is very interested in that tbh. Unless he's a fantastic actor I don't think he's interested.
I've watched his interviews for a while now, and he just doesn't seen to care that much about getting Finals MVP and individual accolades like that. The Raptors are in a position where only they can offer him a max contract if I'm not mistaken, and they'll probably only get better. The Bucks look like their only serious competition to getting back to at least the Finals. Yes they went 7 with Philly, but I'm not as scared of Embiid and Simmons as I am of Giannis improving, and the competition in the West overall is probably tougher even with the Warriors injuries anyway.
If Ujiri leaves and you’re at your career peak, would you prefer to play for an unknown quantity franchise builder or the proven West/Frank hierarchy???
And stays out of jail, too!I'm assuming Ujiri stays.
Only if push comes to shoveAnd stays out of jail, too!
Only if push comes to shove
Tough to be a Floor GeneralI don't have a meem ready for the I see what you did there. But..
I see what you did there
In the 1940's, the MLB team, Chicago Cubs, kicked a goat out of their stadium and the goat's owner said similar things how the Cubs made a horrible mistake and that they'll never win another title...and they didn't until 2016LaVar Ball: Lonzo trade is Lakers' worst move and they are now completely crashed, will never win a championship.
Lol this guy never disappoints!
It would be utter dominationPart of me wants to see what happens if Kawhi joins the Lakers and they fill out the roster with hungry D-leaguers.
Now, locally, folks borrow goats to mow lawnsIn the 1940's, the MLB team, Chicago Cubs, kicked a goat out of their stadium and the goat's owner said similar things how the Cubs made a horrible mistake and that they'll never win another title...and they didn't until 2016
New Nation Of DominationIt would be utter domination
In Case You Missed It.
Kawhi trolled everyone who made fun of his laugh at the parade today.
Not after that ParadeDamn you just beat me to it. No fair! So let me just say... don't miss Green's coiffure.
And the latest scuttlebutt:
Canucks must be feeling pretty high right now!!!
Damn you just beat me to it. No fair! So let me just say... don't miss Green's coiffure.
And the latest scuttlebutt:
Canucks must be feeling pretty high right now!!!
Not after that Parade
Yeah I saw that video with Cris Carter, and apparently him and Leonard share an agent or so I heard. I won't be happy until Kawhi resigns, but I think we can rule out the Knicks. They never get anyone. Garbage organization. And we can probably rule out the Nets too. I think it's actually more likely down to 3 teams.
With Kawhi who are the guards?Board Man Gets Parade's Last Laugh!!!
Soon after posting that I saw it came from Cris Carter so you can't put much stock in it to begin with (regardless of whether he and KL share an agent). Agree both NY teams are long shots.
And gotta say I'm chuckling at these prognostications of the Lakers as the current faves to win next year. Apparently people have already forgotten that this quad just failed to make the playoffs even with LBJ on board and Magic couldn't even wait till the end of the season to spurn them in a stunningly public exit that reportedly left everyone at the organization off guard. Not to mention the rest of the roster still consists mostly of scrubs. Maybe they'll get Kawhi and manage to get past the 1st round, but we'll see.
With Kawhi who are the guards?
Raptors can offer only 3 m more per year but they can sign him for 5 years instead of 4 like other teams. That is an insurance in case he gets injured again.If he does become a free agent, Raptors can then offer him a max contract? Cannot see Kawhi walking away from that.
Sorry, but please don’t sell LAC short if they were to sign Kawhi. They jettisoned their “superstar” mid-season (Harris) to open up cap space and fleece Elton Brand of young talent (Shamet) and a trading chip (Muscala) that they pawned off on Magic/Pelinka for a better player (Zubac). They are deep, tough and hungry to surround two stars (yes, they have that cap room after shearing Griffin, Jordan and Harris in the last two seasons). If they connect on both big deals they should be even stronger than LBJ/AD. They’re also starting much further ahead, having made the playoffs and taking two from GSW before the KD injury.I kind of want to see Kawhi go to the Lakers. I want him to win another chip next year.
I'm not saying he wouldn't have a chance anywhere else. I'd just rather him go where he has the best chance.Sorry, but please don’t sell LAC short if they were to sign Kawhi. They jettisoned their “superstar” mid-season (Harris) to open up cap space and fleece Elton Brand of young talent (Shamet) and a trading chip (Muscala) that they pawned off on Magic/Pelinka for a better player (Zubac). They are deep, tough and hungry to surround two stars (yes, they have that cap room after shearing Griffin, Jordan and Harris in the last two seasons). If they connect on both big deals they should be even stronger than LBJ/AD. They’re also starting much further ahead, having made the playoffs and taking two from GSW before the KD injury.
I kind of want to see Kawhi go to the Lakers. I want him to win another chip next year.
Kawhi will sign for four minimum, five maximum. That quad was strained by playing 24 playoff games without the regular season time rationing and it became plainly obvious in the last two games of The Finals. There’s no way his agent would OK a 1-year player option and risk the boomerang of something happening before a long term contract is inked.
I’m still curious about the real money involved when the player has to pay Canadian tax on top of his own personal U.S. income tax. I assume all contracts are written and paid in U.S. dollars so Kawhi could technically be almost a $300million (Canadian) bonus baby if he stays.
People and so called experts talk as if Leonard came to a lottery team and made them champions. Raptors were eliminated only by LeBron in recent years and they had the best record in the east last year. This year's roster had extras like Gasol, Green, improved Siakam and VV. In 2014 he had a great team around him as well. He was the best player in both teams but it takes a very good team to win a championship. I don't think other players are given credit enough.
People and so called experts talk as if Leonard came to a lottery team and made them champions. Raptors were eliminated only by LeBron in recent years and they had the best record in the east last year. This year's roster had extras like Gasol, Green, improved Siakam and VV. In 2014 he had a great team around him as well. He was the best player in both teams but it takes a very good team to win a championship. I don't think other players are given credit enough.
I did not but I did not want mention of him only. I have huge respect to this guy. He's been the most beaten up player throughout the years and yet he focused on business even after losing his best friend and with the help of Kawhi and others, he gave the best answer to the critics. He was the best player on the floor in the last match.Also you forgot Lowry. They don't win this championship without him, and good for him after a history of underperforming in the money season.
Plus or minus hospitalizations for food poisoning vs lead poisoning in Toronto by attending the championship parade? Taco Bell needs five victims to get the over.Free tacos!
The Golden State Warriors lost the NBA Finals, but they’ve made everyone a winner by scoring for fans on both sides of the court.
Visit any Taco Bell nationwide between 2 and 6 p.m. ET Tuesday, and you can pick up a free Doritos Locos Taco.
I will be rooting for Raptors, GSW, Mavericks, Nuggets, Kings and Blazers.Rooting Order for next season:
1. Celtics
2. Rockets (Harden's team)
3. Kawhi's team
4. Pelicans (Lavar's team)
5. Lakers if not already at #3 (Lebron's team)
Report: Kawhi wants to join Clippers.
I will be rooting for Raptors, GSW, Mavericks, Nuggets, Kings and Blazers.
I lost my interest to tennis this year. Nothing exciting is happening really. Even in personal life I prefer playing basketball.This is the worst time of year and it lasts until October. Except it's still the best time of year 'cause draft and free agency. God bless this game.
I lost my interest to tennis this year. Nothing exciting is happening really. Even in personal life I prefer playing basketball.
Not so much fun to play when your PG is a ball hog though. I have Euro background and find most players lacking team mentality here in Canada. It's most fun when you play with Eastern Europeans as most of them know the game and have better fundamentals.Best sport to play I reckon. Just immense fun to play and watch.
Plus or minus hospitalizations for food poisoning vs lead poisoning in Toronto by attending the championship parade? Taco Bell needs five victims to get the over.
#ActLikeYou’veBeenThereBefore!OhWait!YouHaven’t
Heaven Ain't A Playground,This is the worst time of year and it lasts until October. Except it's still the best time of year 'cause draft and free agency. God bless this game.
I like how Conley is excited to be going to "the city of Utah!".Conley to Utah for the 23rd, future 1st, Korver, crowder, allen
There goes my last hope the Knicks get morant instead of Barrett