Could Oden And Conley Reunite In Portland?
I wouldn’t put my last $20 on it, but some cat on Yahoo Sports is reporting a resource close to Oden and the Blazers is claiming management is at least exploring options to get Mike Conley in a Portland uniform. The Blizzies are loaded with young talent and the writer suggests they could package Zach Randolph or LeMarcus Aldridge with Jarrett Jack in hopes of robbing a team with a weak front office, such as the Sports Guy’s Celtics to land Conley. Obviously, this is a long shot similar to that of paper beating scissors, but how sick would it be if those two hooked back up in Portland?
It sounds like Ron Lewis is taking his chance to shine at the pre-draft camp seriously, working out nearly 40 hours a week in hopes of getting a late 2nd round call. Let’s hope he sticks to the agressive approach he showed the second half of last season using dribble penetration to get to the line and create some space for the three instead of resorting to being a stationary jump shooter. So, whaddaya think? Can Ron Ron stick in the league?
I think Ron Ron can stick in the league. He does have to stick to his slashing mentality and he has always played good defense. I think he showed us all season that he can hit the long range jumper, which is a specialty that every NBA team needs. I hope he does stick around and I highly doubt Portland would trade away everyone to get Conley, someone still needs to hit a jumper on that team.
I agree they need a perimeter shooter but I think that’s what Roy needs to do. Jack and Randolph are not going to be hitting perimeter jumpers anytime soon. Regardless, I’d still be shocked if a trade took place for Conley. Then again, with Ainge wearing a suit, anything is possible.
I think they’ll have to trade up to #3 to get Conley. The Hawks plan on taking him.
No doubt. While this is already a long shot, the fact that the Hawks are sitting in the 3rd slot makes it even more improbable based on their PG need.
I think Ron definitely has a chance. He’s got good size and range on his jumper. His quickness allows him to guard at least 2 positions. He’s no star, but he has always been a gamer and a hard worker…2 things you can’t really teach.
Nice article about Thad at cbssportsline.com
I think the Blazers want to trade Randolph and Jack to the ATL. Zach is a solid 20/10 guy, better than anyone they can get at 3, and Jarrett Jack is a Georgia Tech guy who could help them at PG. The biggest question is who would Atlanta send to make the cap numbers work.
Yeah…the Blazers would almost have to take Joe Johnson’s fat contract in return for Randolph’s…
atl payroll: http://www.hoopshype.com/salaries/portland.htm
por payroll: http://www.hoopshype.com/salaries/portland.htm
oops…atl payroll: http://www.hoopshype.com/salaries/atlanta.htm
Darius Miles and Raef are due a total of 20 million next year!! Portland is in trouble with those two salaries.