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Didn’t the Blazers recently lock up their head coach to an extension?
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Curious. I (incorrectly) assumed the player had to have their most recent years be with that team to be eligible for a NTC, but that's apparently not the case.
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Yup. Billups is locked in through 2028, so basically mirrors the deal Dame signed.
I have a good friend who lives just outside of Portland and he's been blowing me up all morning.
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Curious. I (incorrectly) assumed the player had to have their most recent years be with that team to be eligible for a NTC, but that's apparently not the case.
Hoops Rumors Glossary: No-Trade Clause
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I thought the same thing. I can understand it in this case. I don't think its a negative either. Giving players NTC in their prime years is definitely questionable but Dame being at the end of his career, it makes sense for both sides.
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Patient Joel Embiid says no timeline set for his return, but hopes it's 'sooner rather than later'
Embiid is working his way back from knee issues that limited him to 19 games last season.
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Patient Joel Embiid says no timeline set for his return, but hopes it's 'sooner rather than later'
Embiid is working his way back from knee issues that limited him to 19 games last season.sports.yahoo.com
That headline is a bar. "Patient Joel Embiid" is kind of cold.
The Philly fans are known as being patient as well.Patient Joel Embiid says no timeline set for his return, but hopes it's 'sooner rather than later'
Embiid is working his way back from knee issues that limited him to 19 games last season.
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Damian Lillard finalizing deal to return to Trail Blazers after suffering Achilles injury during playoffs: Reports
Damian Lillard will spend the offseason recovering from a torn Achilles.
the question I have there is he going to play again or is he just planning to retire there? I hope he plays again it's a 3 year deal but he is 35 coming off an achilles so you have to wonder.
I would trade Green for Holiday.....
You’d trade a 23 year old who averaged 21 points and has a ton of potential for a 35 year old who’s clearly on the downside
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Age is the problem. Maybe with picks coming to us.
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So. Is Portland going to trade Jrue, or are they thinking they will play Jrue and Dame together? That's a pretty old backcourt.
If they want to trade Jrue, then O Neale, Allen, and Richards for Jrue works. Just considering cap and trade restrictions.
If they want to trade Jrue, then O Neale, Allen, and Richards for Jrue works. Just considering cap and trade restrictions.
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Forsberg: Expect Celtics to do more roster ‘tinkering' this offseason
Is there another shoe to drop in Boston? Chris Forsberg explains why the Celtics are likely to make additional moves, and when those moves might come.
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From what I understand, Lillard is likely out for the season. The thought is probably to bring Lillard back home to retire and play next season.
If the Trail Blazers feel they are ready to compete in the West, they may keep Holiday. If not, then he may be a trade candidate.
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A short summary of what the Trail Blazers have accomplished via Shams Charania.
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Dame is out for the year so I don't think they are in a rush to trade Holiday. That said, while Holiday is definitely slowing down, I'd still LOVE to see him in Phoenix.
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From what I've heard, Portland is hoping Jrue and Dame can help Scoot become an NBA player. Kid has potential and he's about out of excuses. If he spends a year with 3 HOF caliber PG's helping him and doesn't figure it out then he never will.
Dame, Jrue, and Billups being those PG's. Apparently they're open to trading Jrue but aren't rushing to do so.
Dame, Jrue, and Billups being those PG's. Apparently they're open to trading Jrue but aren't rushing to do so.
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Marcus Smart is expected to sign with the Lakers.
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Marcus Smart agrees to buyout with Wizards, will sign 2-year, $11 million deal with Lakers: Report
Marcus Smart, a former Celtics fan favorite, is joining the Lakers.
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The Suns were one of the teams that pursued Marcus Smart.
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Would’ve fit the new “grit” concept.
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Clippers continue to 'strongly' consider signing Chris Paul
Top basketball executive Lawrence Frank continues to seek ways to improve the team's roster and says signing ballhandlers and playmakers is a priority.
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Prediction: Russell Westbrook Signing With The Boston Celtics
With Damian Lillard signing back with the Portland Trail Blazers, all attention now shifts back to Russell Westbrook and where he is going to sign as NBA Free
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