Comments on: Clippers Stay Quiet at 2024 NBA Trade Deadline

By: osamu6238

osamu6238 — Sun, 11 Feb 2024 10:59:16 +0000

how did he start 75 games for the 76ers last year? I know I complained about Marcus Morris, but man I can’t imagine sitting through 75 games of PJ Tucker. I guess his stats were slightly better last season, at least he was hitting his shots, and taking more of them, but still 4 FGA/36 is not great.

I was praying the Bucks had a matching salary they would give up for PJ because we all know there’s nothing Doc loves more than a tough vet way past their prime.

By: mlslaw1

mlslaw1 — Sat, 10 Feb 2024 02:08:31 +0000

One thing about Gallo: xlnt free throw shooter for a big guy (or for any guy for that matter). And definitely a 3 pt threat–he’s no Markannen, bur can get hot in a hurry. Can’t leave him open.

By: mlslaw1

mlslaw1 — Sat, 10 Feb 2024 02:05:32 +0000

Boston showed some real promise when PG was out. I’m for hanging onto the guy. If we cut him loose, here’s betting we regret it.

By: mlslaw1

mlslaw1 — Sat, 10 Feb 2024 01:54:50 +0000

He’s terrible and the 6er fans loved it when they shipped him out.

By: Peter Goul

Peter Goul — Sat, 10 Feb 2024 00:17:58 +0000

Thanks Khyber. This makes sense to work with what we have, now that the deadline has passed and there do not appear to be many viable buyout options to fill our need for a backup PF (which would first require opening up a roster spot). Maybe PJ DOES have something left and can be played situationally. His toughness would be welcome if he can hit an occasional 3 and play some D. He’s obviously motivated considering all the noise he is making. And certainly well rested.

By: khyber jones

khyber jones — Fri, 09 Feb 2024 23:18:17 +0000

Lue has apparently had a conversation with PJ. The next convo he needs to have is with Russ. Russ is not a small ball 5 or a utility guy. He’s a point guard. He needs to play that role better. There’s a real multiplier effect on the floor when he’s playing well. When he plays the point at a high level this is a team that will not lose more than 1-2 games per playoff series. He can be that much of a difference maker.

By: khyber jones

khyber jones — Fri, 09 Feb 2024 23:11:58 +0000

Lue has already indicated that PJ is going to get a shot at some playing time. I think the mindset will be better than it was when he first joined the team. We have a bullyball game coming up against Minnesota. He may play a few minutes in that game to see how he fares.

By: osamu6238

osamu6238 — Fri, 09 Feb 2024 21:21:33 +0000

With how well the team has been rolling, its hard to see PJ getting minutes over anyone in the rotation. I SUPPOSE if you have the right matchup that calls for a more physical presence off the bench, maybe you consider it, but I don’t think many teams have some offensive minded big coming off the bench that you need PJ for.

I just hated how on offense he’s such a zero threat to even shoot the ball. He just camps in the corner and makes life hard for the other 4 guys on the floor. Even if they pass him the ball, feels like he doesn’t even look at the basket. How do you put up 2 shots PER36?

Of 537 NBA players, PJ Tucker ranks #530 of 537 in FGA PER36. Everyone below him is zero and played in like 1 game. It’s not even the lack of offensive skill that bothers me, it’s the lack of even trying to do ANYTHING on that end that made him unplayable for me.

By: chogokin

chogokin — Fri, 09 Feb 2024 20:03:08 +0000

Eh, I wouldn’t call the idea that PG might go back to Indiana a “leak.” Unless you have some more solid evidence and/or a really reliable source saying that was floated out there by PG’s camp, I’d just call that “speculation” or “rumor mongering.”

By: KMarsh86

KMarsh86 — Fri, 09 Feb 2024 19:42:52 +0000

I like your thinking!
Buy out options…
Option A= Danilo Gallinari
Can space the floor, hit 3s, & get to the free throw line plus he is a good rebounder, but probably not good on defense.
Option B= Thaddeus Young
Good defender and rebounder.