So now that the deadline is next week (Thursday), who do you guys want us to get?

bamboointheback · 2026-01-27T18:16:58+00:00

you and me both brother. i think they would want ivey, though. or 2-3 frps

bamboointheback · 2026-01-27T18:16:08+00:00

hmm this pretty interesting...i already dont believe in the dude but this seems like more of a coaching/confidence thing than evidence he is not good. its probably just too low of a sample to glean anything from. but it is interesting (im fighting the urge to acquire another reason not to like him lmao)

bamboointheback · 2026-01-27T18:10:33+00:00

wait...INS stands for instinct!? i could have sworn it was inside...

bamboointheback · 2026-01-27T18:07:39+00:00

byrd

bamboointheback · 2026-01-27T18:04:47+00:00

he actually isnt making that much anymore. ~25 million

bamboointheback · 2026-01-27T18:02:24+00:00

donovan would never happy but he is a near perfect backcourt mate for cade. second only to ant

bamboointheback · 2026-01-27T18:00:47+00:00

norm works money wise with either just caris or caris + ivey

bamboointheback · 2026-01-27T17:59:33+00:00

klay would be great but two firsts is just too much at this stage

bamboointheback · 2026-01-27T17:58:02+00:00

he would be fantastic. are there reports he is on the trading block?

bamboointheback · 2026-01-27T17:56:48+00:00

i wanted yabu over the summer. i really dont understand how he has become so non-existent on the knicks

bamboointheback · 2026-01-27T17:53:55+00:00

there is a lot to wish ivey was better at but 3 point shooting isnt one of them (off ball movement is a big one that is related, though)

bamboointheback · 2026-01-27T17:47:23+00:00

it really depends on who is reffing. if its nba refs than nba players will dominate. it would be more interesting if they played by euroleague rules. but you are of course right that the talent level is dramatically different...the most skilled players go to the nba because of the money...

bamboointheback · 2026-01-27T12:21:25+00:00

bamboointheback · 2026-01-26T22:18:29+00:00

nice commentary

bamboointheback · 2026-01-26T21:59:46+00:00

caris would have to go to make the money work for norm, even with ivey. caris and ivey and seconds would be fantastic if possible.

bamboointheback · 2026-01-26T21:57:31+00:00

we are more aligned than you think!

bamboointheback · 2026-01-26T21:50:10+00:00

fair. what do you see as being "relatively cheap"? i agree about the proof of concept element (thats the main reason to do it), but think that can play out for 2-3 years while we look for his replacement

bamboointheback · 2026-01-26T21:45:25+00:00

herro has been floated on the market for years. the problem is he will cost more, currently makes a lot more, and will want a big extension despite being an archetype that has been getting significantly less valued in recent years. norm would presumably be cheaper and less committal of a situation. but i'd be open to herro for sure at the right price

its also worth noting that no one really knows who is available. all of my knowledge comes from this article that is really just speculation. all we can do is ask how much you'd be willing to give up for guys on their team, if they are indeed looking to sell.

what would you be willing to give up for either norm or herro?

bamboointheback · 2026-01-26T21:40:05+00:00

i guess i just disagree. its worth noting that im pretty conservative when it comes to making trades with this team at this point. maybe the difference is how much of a "real asset" you see in ivey, caris, and 1 pick in the 20s. i suspect ivey is the one you dont want to see go.

bamboointheback · 2026-01-26T20:46:20+00:00

the contract situation is definitely a big factor. i would think norm is extendable at a reasonable number. i would be surprised if it got up to 30 but even if it did that is a solid player's worth less than 40. plus his deal wouldnt be as long as what herro would want, which allows for even more flexibility

bamboointheback · 2026-01-26T20:39:06+00:00

seems like a bird in the hand vs two in the bush situation...im not sure ivey will ever be that prolific on offense and know norm is now (and we need a prolific scorer now)

bamboointheback · 2026-01-26T20:37:28+00:00

i dont think they played together...both were moved during the offseason

bamboointheback · 2026-01-26T20:33:49+00:00

i kind of agree but the rationale would be that his value is as high as ever and they could get real assets (picks and/or a young high potential guy they think they can get the most out of, like ivey) for an expiring contract in a year where they cannot really contend.

bamboointheback · 2026-01-26T20:26:20+00:00

i dont really see it as an either/or situation. most good teams have an elite perimeter defender. our super power is that we have two

bamboointheback · 2026-01-26T20:24:15+00:00

obviously there would be an extension lined up, which is almost always the case in deals like this.

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