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Why would they tell him everything? That's their fault
Why would he go to Boston?
I don't get why they thought they had a chance.. I didn't think we had a chance but I knew boston had no fucking chance.
A good coach and players who believe in the system. Boston doesn't have any elite players but they won nearly 50 games. Add Durant to what they have and LeBron's easy ride to the finals would have gotten harder. The East is a easier grind during the season. They could have just coasted.
Who's y'all coach. That's the key on rather or not the players buy in.
I understand all of that, however I think some of these teams are relying on the name recognition that doesn't carry as much weight as it used to. These dudes don't think it's an honor to play for the celtics like someone as recently as 10 years ago would
I thought he'd ride it out 1 more year in okc but I understand the now or never shit cause if he stays, warriors max out barnes and its' a wrap for durant coming here period.
yeap, plus he will be clearly be the star on the team.
Is Boston a threat to steal J.R. Smith away from Cleveland?
John Minchillo l AP
After witnessing J.R. Smith turn his reputation around, for better, in Northeast Ohio and finding his niche in a championship team, his future has suddenly became unclear.
While it’s no secret that him and the Cleveland Cavaliers are mutually aiming to strike a deal that is best for both parties, stranger things have happened in free agency. A couple of wildcards come into play when it comes to negotiations – the interesting development of Jordan McRae and the fact that Smith’s agent is Rich Paul.
Paul’s presence may, or may not, work out for a return to Cleveland because he is known to be a very aggressive when it comes to these talks, but he is also LeBron James’ business partner.
However, if things go wayward for Smith and the Cavs, there is one other East contender who could sneak into the picture and that is the Boston Celtics. ESPN’s Chris Forsberg weighed in on the idea in his recent article.
Boston has an obvious need for shooting, and everyone in the organization has been looking for more impact talent. The move would weaken a primary Eastern Conference rival. The Celtics wouldn’t mortgage any of their future flexibility with a short-term deal. And exec Danny Ainge would gain a golfing buddy.
So far so good for the prospect. But Forsberg also pointed out some challenges in making this work because of the Celtics’ bevy of guards.
The Celtics have quality depth at the guard spot with All-Star point guard Isaiah Thomas and NBA All-Defensive Team first-teamer Avery Bradley in the starting lineup. There are high hopes for third-year guard Marcus Smart, and second-year guard Terry Rozier had an excellent summer and should find a rotation role.
It should be noted that J.R. Smith once had a run-in with Jae Crowder, leaving the Celtics’ defensive specialist with a knee injury.
Let’s say Danny Ainge somehow found a way to inject J.R. Smith, the whole package, into the team’s dynamics. This should add a lot more color to the old Cavaliers-Celtics rivalry that is steadily finding its way back in the limelight.
But in reality, a move is still unlikely. Smith fits the Cavaliers’ scheme of things like a glove, and the team embraces him for who he is. All that’s left is really the money aspect, which is something that has never been a problem for Dan Gilbert.
John Minchillo l AP
After witnessing J.R. Smith turn his reputation around, for better, in Northeast Ohio and finding his niche in a championship team, his future has suddenly became unclear.
While it’s no secret that him and the Cleveland Cavaliers are mutually aiming to strike a deal that is best for both parties, stranger things have happened in free agency. A couple of wildcards come into play when it comes to negotiations – the interesting development of Jordan McRae and the fact that Smith’s agent is Rich Paul.
Paul’s presence may, or may not, work out for a return to Cleveland because he is known to be a very aggressive when it comes to these talks, but he is also LeBron James’ business partner.
However, if things go wayward for Smith and the Cavs, there is one other East contender who could sneak into the picture and that is the Boston Celtics. ESPN’s Chris Forsberg weighed in on the idea in his recent article.
Boston has an obvious need for shooting, and everyone in the organization has been looking for more impact talent. The move would weaken a primary Eastern Conference rival. The Celtics wouldn’t mortgage any of their future flexibility with a short-term deal. And exec Danny Ainge would gain a golfing buddy.
So far so good for the prospect. But Forsberg also pointed out some challenges in making this work because of the Celtics’ bevy of guards.
The Celtics have quality depth at the guard spot with All-Star point guard Isaiah Thomas and NBA All-Defensive Team first-teamer Avery Bradley in the starting lineup. There are high hopes for third-year guard Marcus Smart, and second-year guard Terry Rozier had an excellent summer and should find a rotation role.
It should be noted that J.R. Smith once had a run-in with Jae Crowder, leaving the Celtics’ defensive specialist with a knee injury.
Let’s say Danny Ainge somehow found a way to inject J.R. Smith, the whole package, into the team’s dynamics. This should add a lot more color to the old Cavaliers-Celtics rivalry that is steadily finding its way back in the limelight.
But in reality, a move is still unlikely. Smith fits the Cavaliers’ scheme of things like a glove, and the team embraces him for who he is. All that’s left is really the money aspect, which is something that has never been a problem for Dan Gilbert.
REPORT: Anderson Varejao will not accept Championship ring from Cavs
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After 12 years with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Anderson Varejao was traded away halfway through the 2015-16 season. He was then waived and opted to join the Golden State Warriors in order to pursue a championship and we all know how that turned out.
When Golden State advanced to face Cleveland in the Finals, many already assumed that Varejao would receive a ring either way. However, seeing how Varejao played against the Cavs using what some would call flopping antics and hard fouls (which any competitor trying to win a ring would do), a lot of fans don’t think Varejao is deserving of a championship ring.
Now that the Cavs have won the NBA championship and Varejao has re-signed with the Warriors, many are still wondering if Varejao will want an NBA championship ring or even be given one by the Cavs. The Cavs
haven’t decided whether they’re going to offer him one, but even if the Cavs do, he’s not going to accept it, per Sam Amico of Fox Sports Ohio.
Varejao did just re-sign with the Warriors though, so maybe he’s expecting a championship ring at the end of the 2016-17 season since the Warriors just signed free agent Kevin Durant.
Getty Images
After 12 years with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Anderson Varejao was traded away halfway through the 2015-16 season. He was then waived and opted to join the Golden State Warriors in order to pursue a championship and we all know how that turned out.
When Golden State advanced to face Cleveland in the Finals, many already assumed that Varejao would receive a ring either way. However, seeing how Varejao played against the Cavs using what some would call flopping antics and hard fouls (which any competitor trying to win a ring would do), a lot of fans don’t think Varejao is deserving of a championship ring.
Now that the Cavs have won the NBA championship and Varejao has re-signed with the Warriors, many are still wondering if Varejao will want an NBA championship ring or even be given one by the Cavs. The Cavs
haven’t decided whether they’re going to offer him one, but even if the Cavs do, he’s not going to accept it, per Sam Amico of Fox Sports Ohio.
Varejao did just re-sign with the Warriors though, so maybe he’s expecting a championship ring at the end of the 2016-17 season since the Warriors just signed free agent Kevin Durant.
REPORT: Anderson Varejao will not accept Championship ring from Cavs
Getty Images
After 12 years with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Anderson Varejao was traded away halfway through the 2015-16 season. He was then waived and opted to join the Golden State Warriors in order to pursue a championship and we all know how that turned out.
When Golden State advanced to face Cleveland in the Finals, many already assumed that Varejao would receive a ring either way. However, seeing how Varejao played against the Cavs using what some would call flopping antics and hard fouls (which any competitor trying to win a ring would do), a lot of fans don’t think Varejao is deserving of a championship ring.
Now that the Cavs have won the NBA championship and Varejao has re-signed with the Warriors, many are still wondering if Varejao will want an NBA championship ring or even be given one by the Cavs. The Cavs
haven’t decided whether they’re going to offer him one, but even if the Cavs do, he’s not going to accept it, per Sam Amico of Fox Sports Ohio.
Varejao did just re-sign with the Warriors though, so maybe he’s expecting a championship ring at the end of the 2016-17 season since the Warriors just signed free agent Kevin Durant.
I would take it on the humble... He can't accept it out right though, not being a member of the team that lost to them.
He resigned to the Warriors so it probably would not be a good look.
Not at all bruh... He would probably be off the team before the ceremony ended...
You're as delusional as Derrick Rose
Solid young core
We'll see in December
You're as delusional as Derrick Rose
Solid young core
That's cold blooded. Just trying to pub your Lakers. They are looking promising btw. That young group. But who knows?
Stop being such a dumbass. He made the right decision not to accept it.
Yeah... Your little feelings are still hurt!
I wont go back and forth with you tho. I dont engage the handicapped especially those who are sickly and dying...
Enjoy your trolling my diabetic stalker troll. Get it all out before you start getting limbs cut off
Is Boston a threat to steal J.R. Smith away from Cleveland?
John Minchillo l AP
After witnessing J.R. Smith turn his reputation around, for better, in Northeast Ohio and finding his niche in a championship team, his future has suddenly became unclear.
While it’s no secret that him and the Cleveland Cavaliers are mutually aiming to strike a deal that is best for both parties, stranger things have happened in free agency. A couple of wildcards come into play when it comes to negotiations – the interesting development of Jordan McRae and the fact that Smith’s agent is Rich Paul.
Paul’s presence may, or may not, work out for a return to Cleveland because he is known to be a very aggressive when it comes to these talks, but he is also LeBron James’ business partner.
However, if things go wayward for Smith and the Cavs, there is one other East contender who could sneak into the picture and that is the Boston Celtics. ESPN’s Chris Forsberg weighed in on the idea in his recent article.
Boston has an obvious need for shooting, and everyone in the organization has been looking for more impact talent. The move would weaken a primary Eastern Conference rival. The Celtics wouldn’t mortgage any of their future flexibility with a short-term deal. And exec Danny Ainge would gain a golfing buddy.
So far so good for the prospect. But Forsberg also pointed out some challenges in making this work because of the Celtics’ bevy of guards.
The Celtics have quality depth at the guard spot with All-Star point guard Isaiah Thomas and NBA All-Defensive Team first-teamer Avery Bradley in the starting lineup. There are high hopes for third-year guard Marcus Smart, and second-year guard Terry Rozier had an excellent summer and should find a rotation role.
It should be noted that J.R. Smith once had a run-in with Jae Crowder, leaving the Celtics’ defensive specialist with a knee injury.
Let’s say Danny Ainge somehow found a way to inject J.R. Smith, the whole package, into the team’s dynamics. This should add a lot more color to the old Cavaliers-Celtics rivalry that is steadily finding its way back in the limelight.
But in reality, a move is still unlikely. Smith fits the Cavaliers’ scheme of things like a glove, and the team embraces him for who he is. All that’s left is really the money aspect, which is something that has never been a problem for Dan Gilbert.
Not with that Gerald Green deal
Have Miami given up on this season?
Damn, I was hoping we could get him
JR Smith..back in NYC....
We can't pay him that much.
I dont, but hey player get your money...
When the heat first pre-season game?
What time they play?
What time they play?