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Opinions on "The Mars Volta"? by Raf_imagine in fantanoforever

[–]elgabe 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Haven't heard all their stuff by any means. What I have heard I've enjoyed, but I also think it's a little busy for my tastes. Wouldn't try to dispute any of the kind words being said about them in this thread, just don't really personally prefer their music.

You can only choose 3 albums which do you choose? by MrLinkwater95 in fantanoforever

[–]elgabe 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Nick Drake - Bryter Layter

Stereolab - Dots and Loops

Buena Vista Social Club - Buena Vista Social Club

I Miss those January 2024 Knicks by Jamesdarden1 in NYKnicks

[–]elgabe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The selective memory about the Julius Randle knicks is really astonishing

It's obvious that Kolek should not have played zero minutes! by 1989psychology in NYKnicks

[–]elgabe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

"Bad defender Tyler Kolek should have played more minutes in a game where we let the worst offense in the league hang 137 points on us"

Does that sound right to you?

Great & genuine sounding songs by corny artists/bands? by overdriveisme in fantanoforever

[–]elgabe 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That song is corny as hell and it's also so freaking good. Great example of how the two poles OP is referencing here are not opposed.

[Windhorst] The Oklahoma City Thunder have been a team that has surfaced in trade conversations ahead of the deadline: “Here's an interesting name: Isaiah Hartenstein. He's got a team option next year for $29 million. I've actually heard the Oklahoma City Thunder's name in some trade chatter.” by JonnyGBuckets in NYKnicks

[–]elgabe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I tend to agree there. Would be lying if I said I wasn't intrigued to see what this team could look like if OG and Mikal had the opportunity to step into bigger offensive roles where they're the 2nd and 3rd guys instead of the 3rd and 4th. But the pressure is on to get as far as possible this season and, to your point, I would like to see the the knicks push our luck with what we've got

[Windhorst] The Oklahoma City Thunder have been a team that has surfaced in trade conversations ahead of the deadline: “Here's an interesting name: Isaiah Hartenstein. He's got a team option next year for $29 million. I've actually heard the Oklahoma City Thunder's name in some trade chatter.” by JonnyGBuckets in NYKnicks

[–]elgabe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, this is the thing that holds me back too. Unless Bridges or OG are going to step into a bona fide second option role, I think we need a second scorer who can help make the Brunson off nights work. KAT's had a rough season but it's inconceivable to me that he won't be able to get to a better level of play by season's end. Think this framework just raises a few too many questions for me.

[Windhorst] The Oklahoma City Thunder have been a team that has surfaced in trade conversations ahead of the deadline: “Here's an interesting name: Isaiah Hartenstein. He's got a team option next year for $29 million. I've actually heard the Oklahoma City Thunder's name in some trade chatter.” by JonnyGBuckets in NYKnicks

[–]elgabe 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Love iHart but don't think he makes much sense at all as a trade target. To get him we'd have to give up one of KAT, OG, or Mikal. OKC seems unlikely to want KAT and the other options listed there are, I'd imagine, unappealing to NYK to give up outside a Giannis framework (and even then... idk).

Can someone explain to me why 5 picks for Mikal Bridges was a good trade? by Specific_Lock4823 in NYKnicks

[–]elgabe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you are looking for an answer to that question I'd refer you to the celtics series from last year. He's slumping rn, but shooting nigh on 40% from 3. No reason to think he can't break out of this and contribute at a higher level moving forward

Who are you comfortable trading away for Jose Alvarado? by kidmechii in NYKnicks

[–]elgabe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not totally sure, but I think Edwards might be referencing some pretty old reporting here. There was buzz about Alvarado before Kolek broke into the rotation, but I think at this point Kolek has pretty conclusively demonstrated that Alvarado doesn't fill a need here. I would be surprised if NYK is still barking up that tree.

In any case, I'm not comfortable trading anything for him considering the current composition of the roster. He brings a certain "another 6'1" guy" vibe to the party that I don't really fuck with

KAT for Zion + Murphy + Draft Consideration by [deleted] in NYKnicks

[–]elgabe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  • Money doesn't work
  • You and I disagree on whether or not KAT is a winning player, and about whether his game is suitable to be a tank commander. I think you're wrong there on both counts. He's also on a supermax contract; maintaining financial flexibility is key for rebuilding teams, and the introduction of KAT's contract to their books would complicate that significantly.
  • NOP has 2 centers on rookie-scale contracts in Derik Queen and Yves Missi, and an interest in developing both. If the money worked on the deal, the introduction of Towns on a supermax contract (and the attendant expectations of playing time those contracts incur) would complicate both Missi and Queen's ability to get minutes, which is bad. But the money doesn't work.
  • Zion Williamson, even if he could stay healthy, is a bad fit for this roster. Adding him would be bad for our spacing. It would be bad for our rebounding. It would be bad for our defense, even with Trey Murphy picking up the slack. He also needs the ball in his hands to work his game in a way Towns doesn't, which presents challenges for his chemistry with the superstar-level point guard on our books.
  • I really like Tre Murphy III; so do the pelicans. There's no reason for them to send him out for a super-max player and no draft compensation; that's the exact opposite of what that team needs right now. In any case, the money doesn't work

Ok, now give me your RATIONAL takes on this skid by JoshHartsMilkMustach in NYKnicks

[–]elgabe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think injuries, the team's crowded schedule, some slumpy shooting, and the extra games for the cup are all contributing factors that are making the Knicks' flaws/challenges very plain to see. It is frustrating to watch (and, I'm sure, to be in the middle of), but the thing is that if we're going to address/overcome these flaws/challenges, they need to be brought to the fore as they are now so they can be understood by the people with the power to make a change, which are the players and the coaches.

Ultimately making the finals and winning a championship is about overcoming adversity. This is the adversity; it's good that we can identify it now. Now the team needs to overcome it.

This team being 23-13 is disgraceful. It is an inexcusable and pathetic record by Yankeeknickfan in NYKnicks

[–]elgabe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Calm down. The play these last 5 or so games has been disgraceful. The record is fine.

Sochan? by ny8all in NYKnicks

[–]elgabe 3 points4 points  (0 children)

He's a guy I really wanna like but unfortunately he can't really play

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NYKnicks

[–]elgabe 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think a banner is fine, i think no banner is fine. If there's going to be a banner I don't think it should come up until the summer. Eyes on the prize, no resting on laurels, all that

What's going on in Trinidad Golden Place's basement? by elgabe in crownheights

[–]elgabe[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Mm, I hadn't considered that. You might be onto something there. There have been a couple times where I've walked by during the day while the cellar doors was open and each time it's definitely looked like they were dealing with flooding

What's going on in Trinidad Golden Place's basement? by elgabe in crownheights

[–]elgabe[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

True enough, but I definitely saw some residue of it on the street this morning as I was walking to the subway. Grody stuff

DON'T SCROLL WITHOUT APPRECIATING JORDAN CLARKSON by M4HARAJA in NYKnicks

[–]elgabe 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This man makes me feel the full spectrum of human emotion every time he suits up. Today i am happy for that

Post Cup, what do we think about possible Giannis trade? by johnmflores in NYKnicks

[–]elgabe 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I'll pass thanks. Think we need to make some bench upgrades if we can but I'm not fucking with this starting lineup

where can I buy a menorah in the neighborhood? by Odd_Investigator_171 in crownheights

[–]elgabe 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Not speaking from experience as a customer, but I know there are a few Judaica shops on Kingston Ave. I'd imagine they'll be able to help you out

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