Ainge May Look For Buyouts
by Jeff Clark on Feb 11, 2011 6:05 PM EST
in Boston Celtics News & Links
Email
PrintAinge has limited options in terms of filling the need for a backup small forward. One option, according to Gary Washburn, is to cut Daniels and pick up someone else that has been cut (probably close to or after the trade deadline).
A time for patience, not panic - The Boston Globe
With a full roster, it's not that easy. Ainge likes Wafer. And If Daniels cannot return this season, the Celtics are likely to buy out his contract to create roster space.
Various players could become available as the deadline approaches: Sacramento’s Carl Landry, Washington’s Josh Howard (a player the Celtics have coveted), Cleveland’s Jamario Moon and Anthony Parker, Denver’s Arron Afflalo, Detroit’s Tracy McGrady and Chris Wilcox, the Clippers’ Rasual Butler and Craig Smith, former Milwaukee All-Star Michael Redd, and New York swingman Roger Mason.
That is quite the ala carte of names to pick from. Some more attractive than others. I don't think all of them will be released and/or bought out but some will and anyone bought out would likely want to play for the Celtics for the chance to be a contributor on a Championship contender.
Ainge might not have a lot of options, but one option I'd like for him to at least research is the old trade and re-sign routine that teams do every year (like the Cavs with Big Z last year). In theory, we could trade Marquis Daniels and a player like Avery Bradley or Luke Harangody to a team that is looking for a young player and an expiring deal. Then that team would immediately buy out Marquis. While Quis would be a free agent, he would have the (very attractive) option of re-signing with the Celtics after the prerequisite waiting period (when he'll be recuperating anyway).
Of course, it takes two to tango, but I think this option would be attractive to some teams. If you are the Wizards, would you rather buy out Josh Howard or trade him to the Celtics for Avery Bradley? The Celtics would consider it in order to get a step ahead of the buyout game and to give themselves the option of reactivating Quis for the playoffs. I felt like we needed more depth at the 3 even when Daniels was healthy, so the more the merrier.
On the other hand, depending on Howard's health, he might not be worth giving up on a guy like Bradley. So you could just take your chances on whatever buyout free agents become available and wish Marquis the best of luck.
Regardless, we know that Ainge is already working the phones and weighing his options. He may get creative or he may just try to be patient and see what develops.
94 comments
|
0 recs |
Do you like this story?
Comments
as far as buyouts, my fingers are still crossed for rip
he’d be a perfect fit.
i dont think ainge would trade bradley as he has made it clear that after next year he is rebuilding. if we can get bradley ready to contribute next season (if there is one) we have a jump on the youth movement: rondo, bradley, gallon, rolle, erden, maybe perkins, this years 1st if not traded.
i still think if anyone is traded it will be nate…
"Hello. My name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die."
im gonna be all up on you like a spider monkey!
by remembering9ergods on Feb 11, 2011 6:28 PM EST reply actions
There is no possible way Rip could be had by trade, salary wise nothing would work. Plus he is not a sf, he is a sg.
by Warrior Spirit on Feb 11, 2011 6:41 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
My bad, was confused for a moment, nate and JO for rip would work, but Danny would not do it, and wouldbe smart not to. He is not worth that money or those years.
by Warrior Spirit on Feb 11, 2011 6:46 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
rip would only happen in a buyout IMO
but he may pick the bulls and be a starter again….
"Hello. My name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die."
im gonna be all up on you like a spider monkey!
by remembering9ergods on Feb 11, 2011 6:55 PM EST up reply actions
Actually nate n j.o work alone tho we’ll probably have to give Bradley and a few picks as well
by stylo617617 on Feb 11, 2011 7:15 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
Sure there is. All it would take is Wyc. & Co. willing to CTC
And Detroit would likely jump at this deal just to save $$$$$$ . . .
http://basketball.realgm.com/tradechecker/saved_trade/5844998
RealGM Trade Checker™
Successful Trade Scenario
Congratulations on a successful trade.
Due to Detroit and Boston being over the cap, the 25% trade rule is invoked. Detroit and Boston had to be no more than 125% plus $100,000 of the salary given out unless trade exceptions were used for the trade to be accepted, which did happen here. This trade satisfies the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Trade ID #5844998
Detroit Trade Breakdown
Change in Team Outlook: -0.8 ppg, +3.2 rpg, and -0.1 apg.
Incoming Players
Jermaine O’Neal
5.2 ppg, 3.8 rpg, 0.5 apg in 18.0 minutes
Nate Robinson
7.3 ppg, 1.6 rpg, 2.0 apg in 18.2 minutes
Outgoing Players
Richard Hamilton
13.3 ppg, 2.2 rpg, 2.6 apg in 25.7 minutes
Boston Trade Breakdown
Change in Team Outlook: +0.8 ppg, -3.2 rpg, and +0.1 apg.
Incoming Players
Richard Hamilton
13.3 ppg, 2.2 rpg, 2.6 apg in 25.7 minutes
Outgoing Players
Jermaine O’Neal
5.2 ppg, 3.8 rpg, 0.5 apg in 18.0 minutes
Nate Robinson
7.3 ppg, 1.6 rpg, 2.0 apg in 18.2 minutes
Read more:
http://basketball.realgm.com/tradechecker/saved_trade/5844998#ixzz1Dl9Cj3DE
carl landry would be a nice pick up. my fav from that list
capable of playing both forward spots, good defense, can be a scorer. wonder what they’d want for him in trade as he is available.
"Hello. My name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die."
im gonna be all up on you like a spider monkey!
by remembering9ergods on Feb 11, 2011 6:29 PM EST reply actions
kings probably wouldnt do it but
landry and thompson for nate, harangody and our 1st rounder would be great if kings would bite……
"Hello. My name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die."
im gonna be all up on you like a spider monkey!
by remembering9ergods on Feb 11, 2011 6:36 PM EST up reply actions
Carl Landry? didnt they just trade for him last year, wasnt he the center piece of that trade?
Am I wrong or isnt he an undersized 4, can he play sf?
If so yeah, based on reputation he would jump onto my list.
by Warrior Spirit on Feb 11, 2011 6:39 PM EST via mobile reply actions
I think
A sexy choice is Mike Redd. Hasn’t played for a long time. He was a all-star. A great scorer. Don’t recall how good he was on D. Good friends with Ray. Sounds like a good team player. Then the bad he hasn’t played for a long time. How has injury hurt his game?? I think the top two from the list Carl Landry,and T-MAC seem to be a option during the summer,but he was a question mark as to how good he still was,and if he would be a problem in the locker room? He’s played very well this year,and has taken Rips spot on the team. I really want to see us get two guys either by buyout or trade. A big and a small forward,or a big shooting guard who can play SF. I really think the key to success. Is to rest the big 3 in March and in April. Since J.0 is gone for the remainder of the regular season,and it sounds like Daniels to. We need to just do the moves,and not wait on there health.
redd would fit the bill or requirements of the celts...
…oft injured players! sheesh
just dump jermaine no-heal, and get somebody dependable and serviceable…
Redd isn't a guy I would want
Just sounds good if he was Healthy this year. T-MAC seems okay. We didn’t take him because he was injury prone,but look at Jermain Oneal? Kwame Brown has played better than him,and I remember him as a choice for much less money during the summer. I think T-mac is okay health wise
rip or teyshaun?
I hope we at least make a attempt to trade for one of them nate n j.o work financialy both ways I’d throw it wafer or Bradley since j.o wud likely get bought out n 1st and 2nd round picks maybe another future Pick who knows I just hope he’s trying to pursue those 2 as rip or prince wud be a verrrrrry sweet acquisition
by stylo617617 on Feb 11, 2011 6:42 PM EST via mobile reply actions
If Howard could be had in that scenario and passes the physicals, yeah I do that, though I would rather see Gody go than Bradley.
by Warrior Spirit on Feb 11, 2011 6:44 PM EST via mobile reply actions
I wonder if Quisy has some sort of disability protection policy once Danny cuts him loose?
Is it Soup Yet?
I really hope that does not happen, though I understand the business end of things, it just is not very classy. But well they did it to Powe.
by Warrior Spirit on Feb 11, 2011 8:09 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
lol cmon man
they offered powe a deal but he thought he was better than what he is and now look at him riding the freaking pine on a team that lost 100 games in a row. we dont need powe fk him stay in cleve land loser. and no way in hell do we want redd the guy is the biggest gunner to play in the nba. reminds me of iverson nothing but a gunner. josh howard me im not impressed with this guy either reminds me of daniels. powe could have signed so what they was waiting to see if he recovered we offered more than cleveland he just thought he was the shit, but playing with the big three makes you look good
Who should we get.....someone less than 30....fresh legs....and likes to play defense ...beyond that....I am not a GM
I am Captain of the Good Ship Lolipop and the Magic Bus
Is it Soup Yet?
Lol
Very funny Po. Very funny.
We can be pretty pathetic and callous at times cant we. Personally I am very torn about the whole thing. … Yup fairly pathetic.
by Warrior Spirit on Feb 11, 2011 8:16 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
Dont forget for our injured multi year streaky unproven players that very few teams would have a modicum of interest in.
by Warrior Spirit on Feb 11, 2011 8:18 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
Shane Battier. Give Nate, JO, and maybe a rookie
by Mub33b on Feb 11, 2011 6:54 PM EST via mobile reply actions
Hold onto Bradley, but Nate.....
Gee, I like Nate, but he’s in a bad way. Shooting way off. Don’t have to tell any of you that. I’m not sure who would want him. If he can’t hold up back up PG then along comes Bradley. He looked scared by the speed of the game when he got in but he has plenty of it. He’s clearly D-first and Doc will budge for that. I’m just not counting on D West. Hope I’m wrong but he’s always hurt.
For ex, we don’t need Posey back. He’s probably available. But we need young legs, tryin-to-make-it attitude. Wafer was a good pick up. Heard about his “gunner” rep but he’s passing and playing D well.
Rotation gets shorter in playoffs. Get 2 of 3 back out of Shaq, JO and Semih and Doc can patch the other cracks.
young legs? plays d? see above
and speaking of Shaq…..does he play thru injuries…ever?
Is it Soup Yet?
I think so
The team said he could be playing right now if it’s the playoffs. It’s just the C’s being very cautious of the post season even if it costs us regular season games. I’m not sure on what the team wants sometimes. Home court or health. They say both. Do you need to pick one? Or just play the games. I just say play the games. I’m sure West could have played,but there being real careful.
Comparing West to Shaq is not accurate...one has a broken wrist the other injuries that should be cured by...
Icy Hot Packs….
Is it Soup Yet?
I'm not trying to compare
Just trying to point out the C’s won’t play guys even if they are ready or able to play at times. I was real surprised they let Perk back so quickly. No trying to compare. Reports just sound like West could play,but C’s really just want to wait longer,and Shaq could play,but the C’s just want to give him more time.
i wonder if wearing those extra thick adult diapers might help with shaqs hip problems.
"Hello. My name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die."
im gonna be all up on you like a spider monkey!
by remembering9ergods on Feb 11, 2011 7:45 PM EST up reply actions
Not a very good endorsement is it
Doesnt he get free product?
by Warrior Spirit on Feb 11, 2011 8:20 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
I found it quite useful myself
by Warrior Spirit on Feb 12, 2011 1:56 AM EST via mobile up reply actions
WATCHING THE Spurs
Hoping they lose. will be turning the channel back and forth between the Heat and Spurs game. Lakers I think will lose tonight for someone reason.
Landry wud be good tho, nice mid range, plays d terrific rebounder
by stylo617617 on Feb 11, 2011 7:17 PM EST via mobile reply actions
Whats this?!?
You agree with some trade/buyout proposal? Out of character sir.
I do remember quite solid D, but I seem to remember he and Scola playing the same position back on the rockets. Maybe I should just look it up, but hell I am in a lazy mood. Does he play the 3 too?
If so he would jump to the top of my list with Battier, Hill and before Pietrus. Unfortunately it may take alot to pry Battier or Hill. If only Danny were a magic GM that could pull of a Gasol trade.
by Warrior Spirit on Feb 11, 2011 8:28 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
Landry's a PF at 6'9- 250 lbs.
Lygafe
Lionel Gaffen / Fotomix
http://lygaffen.blogspot.com/
http://community.webshots.com/user/lygafe
http://forums.internationalhockey.net/showthread.php?t=7448&page=2
International Hockey Forums > Europe > ISRAEL
Israel Recreational Hockey Association 2009-2010 & 2010-2011 [ Lygafe ]
Israel Ice Skating Federation - From the Media [ Lionel Gaffen ]
http://www.eurohockey.net/news/story.html?id=20090408104226_herzliya_emerges_as_israeli_national_league_champions
Landry's listed as a F/PF
If Sac wanted to dump salary, Quise’s salary would just about match, and then they could buy him out and he could return to the Cs, if he could get healthy – while probably Gody would have to go, in that scenario. Wishful thinking?
Lygafe
Lionel Gaffen / Fotomix
http://lygaffen.blogspot.com/
http://community.webshots.com/user/lygafe
http://forums.internationalhockey.net/showthread.php?t=7448&page=2
International Hockey Forums > Europe > ISRAEL
Israel Recreational Hockey Association 2009-2010 & 2010-2011 [ Lygafe ]
Israel Ice Skating Federation - From the Media [ Lionel Gaffen ]
http://www.eurohockey.net/news/story.html?id=20090408104226_herzliya_emerges_as_israeli_national_league_champions
Very possible, not ruling that out
by stylo617617 on Feb 11, 2011 11:56 PM EST via mobile up reply actions
Thank you
Thought so.
So he is “undersized” and plays Tenacious D, can he play the 3? Or could this be a move to thwart Baby’s leverage during FA?
by Warrior Spirit on Feb 12, 2011 1:59 AM EST via mobile up reply actions
What about Ty.Prince?
I Like Prince, he’s tall, good defender and he can shoot the ball. And he can play the 1, 2, and 3 positions.
Id love it if the C's could get Prince....
since he can as you say defend, has length, can score and play multiple positions.
But due to his big contract I think (hope I am wrong) would be to expensive to acquire via trade and even buyout signing scenario.
Da best I see us offering is 2 maybe 3 picks, Bradley, nate n j.o (tho j.o. would get bought out )
by stylo617617 on Feb 12, 2011 12:00 AM EST via mobile up reply actions
Great player
Awesome D, he can shoot, he can jump, very versatile
by Master_Shake on Feb 11, 2011 11:30 PM EST up reply actions
Cal Landry would be our best bet. I agree with Master Po, of course. But, Im sure he is not going to be available; why should he be? He is good at what he does
he's on the trade block, has been all year along with jason thompson
"Hello. My name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die."
im gonna be all up on you like a spider monkey!
by remembering9ergods on Feb 11, 2011 7:59 PM EST up reply actions
I can't see him getting bought out
Denver loves him as their starting 2 guard, bringing JR Smith off the bench.
agree....I would rather not trade or cut/pickup ...my nature is to ride the same horse
even if he is limping
Is it Soup Yet?
It would be great if the C's could trade and resign Quis ...
that way they are assured of having a back up 3 on the bench with player X that they trade Quis for, then if he Daniels health improves they can cut Wafer or trade him and resign Daniels down the line.
Thats what the Cavs did last year with big Z when they traded him and then resigned him back in time for the playoff run.
I think such a move would be great as the C’s were thin at the 3 spot even with Daniels healthy and could use the extra depth and insurance at the 3 position heading into the playoffs.
Yay, i like this news
Celtics should get a 3 who can play the 4 and can shoot the three pointer. Who can also play defense.
A James Posey type (not Posey himself)
off topic.-Cleveland finally broke the jinx against the Clippers in O/T, no less.
Lygafe
Lionel Gaffen / Fotomix
http://lygaffen.blogspot.com/
http://community.webshots.com/user/lygafe
http://forums.internationalhockey.net/showthread.php?t=7448&page=2
International Hockey Forums > Europe > ISRAEL
Israel Recreational Hockey Association 2009-2010 & 2010-2011 [ Lygafe ]
Israel Ice Skating Federation - From the Media [ Lionel Gaffen ]
http://www.eurohockey.net/news/story.html?id=20090408104226_herzliya_emerges_as_israeli_national_league_champions
We want Grant ! We want Grant ! We want Grant !
Trade Bradley & M. Daniels for Grant Hill and get the maintenance guys ready to hang banner 18.
Landry???
We have nothing to offer that would get us Carl Landry. If Sacremento moves him at all it will be for a nice young attractive piece or to tie a bad contract they want to move to him in a package deal. We have a slightly better shot at Howard than Landry. Guys closer to reality would be Parker, Moon or Afflalo.
Pietrus would help...
…but he makes 5.3 mil this and next year. Why would Phoenix want Nate next year instead of Pietrus? They have two good points already. The only thing that Danny could get their attention with would be Bradley and I’m not sure how much Ainge values his potential in relation to immediate help received by Pietrus. Ainge might feel he needs Avery for down the road with Rondo.
Dey would want the picks I’m sure 2 nd round maybe a 1st round if were desperate,
by stylo617617 on Feb 12, 2011 10:13 AM EST via mobile up reply actions
MY FIRST KISS WENT A LITTLE LIKE THIS
Clippers 119
AND TWIST
Cavaliers 126
AND TWIST
I love LA! Clippers, that is. Why? They beat the Heat and lost to the Cavs.
It's been a while since i felt this way
I love LA! Clippers, that is. Why? They beat the Heat and lost to the Cavs.
Just a few games. Hold onto your inner Daugherty and Nance and things will turn around. I think you have the right coach for that.
by Warrior Spirit on Feb 12, 2011 2:32 AM EST via mobile up reply actions
glad to hear danny is thinking aggressively
you don’t come this far and throw in the towel. I feel bad for marquis but we can’t let his injury derail us from our goal of winning a championship
phoenix will move nate this summer and will try to get younger.
so nate might fit in with that movement. they know they’re not winning the west. nash would be perfect for our team in a back up role
Red2....
but if they hold onto Pietrus now they can also move him this summer and find more takers than for Nate. I think Nate’s on board with us for a while.
Diaw?
Not saying Ainge should, but it looks like he might be on the block and doesnt he play SF (if not, nevermind)—?
Diaw?
Is a tweener 3 and 4. He’s ok but he makes 9 mil. How are we going to match up salaries?
needs
If we get a backup three we need a shooter who can supply some offense for the 2nd unit and help spread the floor. But we still really need another big. You can never have enough. Ever.
http://www.iamagm.com/news/2011/01/10/jamario.moon.and.byron.scott.having.issues]
they dont want him, j-moon along with nate shaq west and baby would b great, his defense will improve… wat u think?
Comments For This Post Are Closed
Secondary Sidebar
User Tools
NBA Playoffs Content Module
Related FanPosts on CelticsBlog
FanPosts
Community blog posts and discussion.
Recent FanPosts
In Association With
Ball Don't Lie - NBA - Yahoo! Sport
- Behind the Box Score, where the Boston Celtics are moving on to the conference finals
- NBA Playoffs Fan Fiction: San Antonio Spurs vs. Oklahoma City Thunder
- The Indiana Pacers? Gone till November
- Shaquille O’Neal is in a Chinese beer commercial, too (VIDEO)
- ‘Deep Thoughts’ and Cheap Thoughts: San Antonio Spurs vs. Oklahoma City Thunder
