Topic: 2019 NBA Pre-Season - page 574. (Read 914452 times)

As you have pointed out, I can understand the Celtics side. Yes, that move is good for them and they were lacking a big man like you said. But I can't understand the Grizzlies's side, what were they thinking? They must be thinking some other big moves, especially with the guards, otherwise I really can't understand this move from their perspective. Porzingis have solid numbers and he has big games kinda often. Celtics have made a good move also for the playoffs. Porzingis has had some great games with his national team too, he can be good for Celtics in the playoffs.

Yeah, they'll get to it eventually.
The important thing that they need to do for now is to get him and then do the rest next when he's with them. Everything is gonna be taken care of by the management and it's all planned and they've got programs for him already. We're all optimistic that he's gonna be built by the team and there are a lot more plans for him.

Smart going with Grizzlies was I guess a smart move for the Grizzlies but let's see if Porzingis will be that useful to them.

Not really surprised that Smart was the first one to be traded since he's the most expendable of the trio but never imagined KP to be there. He'll have less playing time for sure unless he'll be their main center which I doubt. I think Celtics is taking too much risk by changing a lot of the team dynamics.

Celtics is already good in spreading their offense, they have Tatum and Jaylen Brown. But yeah, they could be going full offense next year as they will have KP to shoot from the outside. Smart though is one of their leader so it could affect them mentally in the beginning. And now Jayson Tatum is the leader and the franchise player of the team. He should better step up now.

I'm just imagining what will be the atmosphere at Boston Garden when Marcus Smart comes back in his first game there as a Grizzlies.

For sure there will be a lot of respect from the Boston fans.

I think to dominate on the court doesn't have to be on the skills alone, you need strength in there and with that Wemby physique I think that needs more muscle and I think whatever team he may landed they'll work on it. He doesn't have to fill those expectations out of him, it can be worked step by step, he doesn't need to win the Finals in his rookie season or lift a team. It's a team and organization's effort after all.

They were fortunate to reach Game 7, as the series could have ended earlier if the Miami Heat had made the necessary adjustments. However, that is now in the past, and it's only fitting for the Celtics to focus on improving their lineup. I'm sure Porzingis would be delighted to play for the Celtics, as it would provide him with an opportunity to compete for his first NBA championship.

Actually, they made good moves because they can't make the same mistakes again by missing the NBA finals again by losing in game 7 to the Heat or any other Eastern Conference team next season because of their lack of big men that can take the roles whenever they are facing an opponent like Denver or Spurs in the future. Because if they don't fix their team right now, they might not get any good offer next time because the other teams are carefully fixing their rosters too which they will gonna use effectively to counter the defending champion.

He already has the skills and talent that most big men don't have. I'm sure the team is already working on improving his physical strength so he can go head-to-head with the big men. Do you remember when Giannis came into the league? He wasn't as popular as the young big men now, but he was able to work his way up, improve his body, and has now become very unstoppable.

As of now, he'll be much useful as a forward rather than as a center because his body cannot handle the pressure and intensity inside the paint as we all know that there are others in the league right now that are so dominant in attacking and protecting their rims. Also, he will be under observation first to know if his body right now will be much the same in the few years to come because he's still quite young to know more about his build.

Based on his last season's record, he averaged 23.2 PPG and played 65 games. I believe that's already a significant contribution for the Celtics to consider acquiring him, as their bigs haven't been able to score that many points. Well, actually, he has already been acquired, so that's good news.

See his stats here: https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/p/porzikr01.html

I believe he can contribute to the defense with his height and agility. The Celtics made the decision to acquire KP by giving up Marcus Smart, indicating that they see his potential. He has faced setbacks in the past due to injuries, but I think he is gradually becoming more consistent. Hopefully, he will help the Celtics reach the NBA finals next season.

He's good in shooting but don't know if he can contribute well in defense. But since they already made the trade done I guess they are testing a new line up next season. Its just they waste smart since he's good defending on perimeter and they can also rely on offense. So hopefully celtics didn't make a huge mistake on this trade.

Let's still see if they still became a title contender this season on the presence of the Unicorn around and he should remain healthy because if not Celtics campaign next season might be in trouble.

Porzingis is a good pick in terms of talents but just like what you mentioned, he's an injury prone star that may
cause him a liability, though Boston has a lot of talents who can cover that.

I 'm not expecting that trade as I expect him to be like Draymond for the splash bro, a good 3rd option in moving the ball,
who also bring boost to the players. But that's how the league was. We never know what will happen more on business
and the money side.

Yup! We really don't wish that to happen and but we can not conclude that could happen either, Victor Wenbanyama needs to gain weight or muscle in no time clearly even with that kind of skill and that height he is often pushed around by the heavy players if he can not use his height inside then the team that likely drafted him can not use him 100% in their game, for me he needs to gain mass,


I surely hope aswell that he would get muscle mass, but eventually, he will develop them for sure as the NBA progress Webanyama is still young he will likely get the position he wants, and likely muscle mass is his solution for the inside problem, and on the game of France VS USA team France the team of Victor Wenbanyama lost to the USA and it is because of Kenneth Lofton, Jr. the 300 pounds that bullied Wembanyama inside the paint, so for sure he badly needed that additional mass,

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The Celtics know what they are lacking, and I believe that adding Porzingis will help them spread the offense. Being a big man who can shoot from the 3-point line, he brings versatility to their game. However, the concern is whether he will stay injury-free. In my opinion, giving up Marcus Smart is not a significant problem as they have younger guys who can step up and fill his role. Hopefully, this trade will work out for all the teams involved.

Probably who will be the first pick in this years draft? (although the odds favor Victor Wembanyama).

Yeah, very interesting that Marcus Smart, who I think is the face of the Celtics as he has been with the team for 9 years and has played along some notable Celtics during that time, is moving to Grizzlies.

So now Memphis will have 2 DPOY on their side. But still the problem though, Ja Morant is going to missed 25 games and not sure if Smart is going to cover for him this season as he is not a offensive player.

After Finals end I was at the vacation as well and didn't check NBA news. Any suggestions for new poll? What's the hottest discussion right now?

It's not much of a problem, Gobert did it. DPOY. KD looks thin but he is strong too. The skinny shooter type is the new NBA. 
Holy crap it's real.
https://sports.yahoo.com/report-celtics-acquire-kristaps-porzingis-from-wizards-in-3-way-trade-that-sends-marcus-smart-to-grizzlies-040200833.html

Hmmm. So the Boston Celtics gained height but they took out the defensive player of the year. I guess they are also switching to offense.
Memphis Grizzlies on the other hand is adding more defensive power. I kind of like it.
Now, the Washington Wizards have 2 guards but have gone smaller. I think they will trade CP3 too, but keeping that card for a good offer. CP3, who is blaming Isiah Thomas for why he was kicked out of the Phoenix Suns.
It's hard to keep up again. From drafts to trades. I won't be surprised if most of us will be shocked when the season starts as we check the roster of our favorite teams. It's good to be always updated here. Thank you.

Khris Middleton also declined his $40m player option. Hmmm. Scary. He didn't perform great this year. He shouldn't have done that. Or his agent.

Indeed! The San Antonio Spurs are really inclined to extend coach Pop's contract mainly because they don't see any veteran coach, other than coach Pop, that can handle players well and nurture them to be the best of themselves and will be the image of the franchise.

https://www.talkbasket.net/167007-gregg-popovich-expected-to-ink-new-deal-with-spurs-to-become-highest-paid-coach

It's too soon to judge and say that Wemby is going to have Durant's body because remember Giannis when he got drafted? Yes, that kid is so thin as well and almost looks like a walking stick but look at him now, he's so buffed that he can really dominate inside the paint and protect the rim as well. I'm just saying that there is also a chance that Wemby will be like Giannis instead of Durant, too soon mate.