Hell No.
I wouldn't trade Mikal straight up.
Just so we are clear you’ve now said you wouldn’t trade Mikal for KD or Jimmy Butler?
Hell No.
I wouldn't trade Mikal straight up.
Now, THAT is the Mark Aguirre/Rasheed Wallace type move that would put this team over the top.You must be registered for see images attach
I really don’t get how much people over value Mikal.Just so we are clear you’ve now said you wouldn’t trade Mikal for KD or Jimmy Butler?
Possibly KD, but I would not like it.Just so we are clear you’ve now said you wouldn’t trade Mikal for KD or Jimmy Butler?
I really don’t get how much people over value Mikal.
He’s a very good player… that people won’t give up for HOFers who might not still be in their prime but are still playing at very high levels that would bring the crucial skills and playoff toughness this team needs to win a title right now.
I think there’s some idea that it’s not SUPER crucial that we win the title right now in this window because Booker/Bridges/Ayton extend it after CP3 moves on. I’m not of that mind. I think it’ll be a solid core for a 50 and fade team, but eventually they aren’t going to be able to compete with the Pelicans and Grizz in our conference and most of that is because Bridges at 26, is what he is and never is going to be the #2 superstar Booker needs and neither is DA.
The time is NOW. If you can add a junkyard dog like Butler who can ALSO create his own shot and for others, that is the move.
And conversely I don't get how much people under value him.I really don’t get how much people over value Mikal.
He’s a very good player… that people won’t give up for HOFers who might not still be in their prime but are still playing at very high levels that would bring the crucial skills and playoff toughness this team needs to win a title right now.
I think there’s some idea that it’s not SUPER crucial that we win the title right now in this window because Booker/Bridges/Ayton extend it after CP3 moves on. I’m not of that mind. I think it’ll be a solid core for a 50 and fade team, but eventually they aren’t going to be able to compete with the Pelicans and Grizz in our conference and most of that is because Bridges at 26, is what he is and never is going to be the #2 superstar Booker needs and neither is DA.
The time is NOW. If you can add a junkyard dog like Butler who can ALSO create his own shot and for others, that is the move.
And this is another reason I don't like it.I’ve never seen anything like it. Bridges is nice but there isn’t a GM in league who would take him over KD or Butler and it’s not even up for debate.
This team needs to swing for the fences NOW.
LOL. Seriously?And this is another reason I don't like it.
A ton of you guys act like you are fine with one chip and than sucking for years to come.
I want to watch Mikal play for the next decade, instead of 2 or 3 years of KD or Butler, and yes I would prefer the team to be a consistently good team for a decade than 1 chip and suckiness for years.
He is not a 3rd wheel for a title winner. Maybe if you had two MEGASUPERSTARS, but we don’t.And conversely I don't get how much people under value him.
He is the perfect third wheel for any team. He has no ego, he is all about the team, is fantastic for team morale, and literally can do everything well on the court.
You need players like him. If you don't believe me just look at the Brooklyn nets.
And this is another reason I don't like it.
A ton of you guys act like you are fine with one chip and than sucking for years to come.
I want to watch Mikal play for the next decade, instead of 2 or 3 years of KD or Butler, and yes I would prefer the team to be a consistently good team for a decade than 1 chip and suckiness for years.
And this is another reason I don't like it.
A ton of you guys act like you are fine with one chip and than sucking for years to come.
I want to watch Mikal play for the next decade, instead of 2 or 3 years of KD or Butler, and yes I would prefer the team to be a consistently good team for a decade than 1 chip and suckiness for years.
If trading Mikal for KD would almost guarantee us a championship, yeah I'd do it. But if all it does is give us a little bit better chance at a ring, I'd rather keep Mikal. And I think the loss of Mikal will negate a lot of what we gain by adding Durant. KD is an upgrade, no doubt, I just don't believe that it will be enough of one.???
You don’t want a chip???
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Get out of here
Ugh. That's just giving up IMO. Might as well make it a multi-team deal and start selling off talent.Plus two picks:
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PLUS 7 WINS THO!!Ugh. That's just giving up IMO. Might as well make it a multi-team deal and start selling off talent.
Eddie tonight’s game I was in the fence. After tonight’s game I think I do this. Just wish butler wasn’t quite as old as he is.You must be registered for see images attach
That’s where we differ. I would trade a decade for a championship.And this is another reason I don't like it.
A ton of you guys act like you are fine with one chip and than sucking for years to come.
I want to watch Mikal play for the next decade, instead of 2 or 3 years of KD or Butler, and yes I would prefer the team to be a consistently good team for a decade than 1 chip and suckiness for years.
Yeah this where I think you’re out to lunch.If trading Mikal for KD would almost guarantee us a championship, yeah I'd do it. But if all it does is give us a little bit better chance at a ring, I'd rather keep Mikal. And I think the loss of Mikal will negate a lot of what we gain by adding Durant. KD is an upgrade, no doubt, I just don't believe that it will be enough of one.
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Really? You think we're that close to a title? I just don't believe in this team. I'm not even sure I'd make us the favorites if we could add KD to this roster without losing Bridges (or anyone else). Too much depends on the health of Chris Paul. At this point, I'd take my losses with him and start trying to build for the next window. This one is boarded shut.Yeah this where I think you’re out to lunch.
I don't think Mikal is overrated. Having said that? Butler is a very good defender. Adding Butler's offense with his defense? It's a step-up IMO from a consistent scoring perspective. If it wasn't for Bulter being a good defender I would say hell no. However, he is. The Suns need to get deeper. I called this team not being deep enough after the offseason and we are seeing that is true. We have guys that in spot play show up but nothing consistent.I really don’t get how much people over value Mikal.
He’s a very good player… that people won’t give up for HOFers who might not still be in their prime but are still playing at very high levels that would bring the crucial skills and playoff toughness this team needs to win a title right now.
I think there’s some idea that it’s not SUPER crucial that we win the title right now in this window because Booker/Bridges/Ayton extend it after CP3 moves on. I’m not of that mind. I think it’ll be a solid core for a 50 and fade team, but eventually they aren’t going to be able to compete with the Pelicans and Grizz in our conference and most of that is because Bridges at 26, is what he is and never is going to be the #2 superstar Booker needs and neither is DA.
The time is NOW. If you can add a junkyard dog like Butler who can ALSO create his own shot and for others, that is the move.
What are you talking about? Yes I am fine with that. No question I am fine with that. Most people would be fine with that. Look no further than the D-backs. They won a title and sucked for years after. Even in retrospect....I WOULD NOT TRADE THAT TITLE FOR ANYTHING. I don't know anybody that would trade that title.And this is another reason I don't like it.
A ton of you guys act like you are fine with one chip and than sucking for years to come.
I want to watch Mikal play for the next decade, instead of 2 or 3 years of KD or Butler, and yes I would prefer the team to be a consistently good team for a decade than 1 chip and suckiness for years.
I think you’re underestimating what KD is and trickle down effect his game and presence would mean to everyone else.Really? You think we're that close to a title? I just don't believe in this team. I'm not even sure I'd make us the favorites if we could add KD to this roster without losing Bridges (or anyone else). Too much depends on the health of Chris Paul. At this point, I'd take my losses with him and start trying to build for the next window. This one is boarded shut.