“The perception of many is that these players have frequently given less than a full effort, and perhaps that perception is deserved. No matter what the reasons or causality may be, as the Cleveland Cavaliers head into the break, the team is a miserable 10-46.” [Andrew Schnitkey]
“The Nuggets have no desire to take on Troy Murphy’s $12 million expiring contract. They want a 3rd team to get involved. Enter Cleveland, and that sweet $14 million trade exception. For their time, trouble and money, the Cavaliers would likely receive Murphy and one of the four Nets draft picks. Not a bad haul for a team looking to acquire as many future assets as possible.” [John Bena]
“The question I have isn’t about Gibson deserving to be [in the 3-point contest], but rather should he participate given his injury troubles this year?” [Rick of WFNY]
“Cavaliers coach Byron Scott will be in Los Angeles for the All-Star break, but he won’t be at the game and he won’t be parked by the television set for All-Star Weekend.” [Mary Schmitt Boyer]
And here’s an aggregation of the latest Cavs trade news.
On The Twitters
“Potentially getting two first round picks for absorbing Troy Murphy’s contract would be awfully tempting for the #Cavs.” [Michael A. Young]
“Checking up on draft hopeful Jeremy Tyler and found out that Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf is still balling in Japan at the age of 42.” [realcavsfans]
“I’m told that JJ Hickson has changed plans, opting to pass up a weekend of partying in LA to decompress in his hometown of Atlanta. #Cavs” [Scott Sargent]
Just saw a report of Melo finally being dealt, with Murphy and a 1st rounder going to an unnamed third team following the transaction. I’m assuming the Cavs are the third team, based on previous reports.
@ Cooley
That would be solid, who’s first rounder would it be?
I’m referring to the potential deal with NJ, so we’d get one of their picks. I’m not sure if it would be for this year, or 3-5 years down the line, but it would indeed be the Nets’ pick. This is all assuming he can’t find a way to go to the Knicks. To me, the Nets have a much better offer, especially when you factor in the draft picks.