The Hedo Has Landed... in Toronto
"Hedo Turkoglu has reached an agreement in principle to join the Portland Trail Blazers, according to sources." - Henry Abbott ESPN
EDIT: He changed his mind, and he's going to Toronto. Watch out, NBA!
Wow, the big Hedo undo!
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Does this really make Portland a contender? I always think of Hedo as a loser from his days in Sacto.
by lazNirv on Jul 3, 2009 5:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
It’s better than nothing, but I thought they should have made a run at Ariza rather than Turk.
Bring back Bruce, and free James Gist!
Pounding the Rock - where RJ happens.
by Tim C. on Jul 3, 2009 5:16 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
word now is they’re after Andre Miller.
Bring back Bruce, and free James Gist!
Pounding the Rock - where RJ happens.
by Tim C. on Jul 3, 2009 5:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think Portland already has all the pieces in place to be a contender in a couple of years. A few tweaks here and there might help them.
"The evolution has been good, and I am much more tranquil now in the face of what comes next,"--Manu Ginobili
by VWolf on Jul 3, 2009 9:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
since he's unhappy
rudy for findawg?
by FreshmakerDTM on Jul 3, 2009 6:51 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Do the salaries match? Because I’m all for it.
Bring back Bruce, and free James Gist!
Pounding the Rock - where RJ happens.
by Tim C. on Jul 3, 2009 6:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
not sure…portland might have to throw in batum.
how about mason or fin for outlaw? since hedo will get his mins too
by FreshmakerDTM on Jul 3, 2009 7:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
why would portland do that?
"Rock and Roll angels bring that HardRock Hallelujah"
by Chilai on Jul 3, 2009 7:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
are you asking about my wishlist trade?
by FreshmakerDTM on Jul 3, 2009 11:34 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hey, look at me mom, I made the front page of Ptr.
by lazNirv on Jul 3, 2009 7:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Bad move in my opinion. The blazers are a terrific offensive team. They dont need more offense. Batum/Outlaw was a fine combo.
"Rock and Roll angels bring that HardRock Hallelujah"
by Chilai on Jul 3, 2009 7:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Lets take back Batum!
It’ll be French Central here, someone needs to replace SpurNando.
"He's Manu Ginobili"
by the little o on Jul 3, 2009 7:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Tukoglu’s forte isn’t scoring so much as it is clutchness. And they have Roy, who’s pretty damn clutch. So why?
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by LatinD on Jul 3, 2009 9:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
nba times most of the time just dont get it
"Rock and Roll angels bring that HardRock Hallelujah"
by Chilai on Jul 3, 2009 11:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
good move for two years, but 5?? therye gonna regret it.
by Micheal S on Jul 3, 2009 8:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Uhhh, apparently the Hedo has NOT landed. So either BSPN is wrong, or the local news in PDX is wrong.
Bring back Bruce, and free James Gist!
Pounding the Rock - where RJ happens.
by Tim C. on Jul 3, 2009 8:43 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Wow, crazy that he changed his mind on that deal. Isn’t 56 million in Toronto less than 50 million in Portland because of the higher income taxes in Canada? Or at least doesn’t that make it not much more than the Portalnd salary? He had a chance to sign with a team that is an up and coming contender, and chose Toronto instead for not really much difference in pay.
Portland wanted to run the pick and roll with Oden and Hedo, just like Hedo did so well down in Orlando.
As far as Batum and Outlaw go, had they picked up Hedo, Outlaw probably would have been the odd man out. They would have looked to trade him if possible. I am sure they want to keep Batum since he is such a good defender. They might have even wanted to keep Outlaw for depth, but the minutes probably just would not be there…especially with Rudy clamoring for more minutes and a bigger role as well.
"The evolution has been good, and I am much more tranquil now in the face of what comes next,"--Manu Ginobili
by VWolf on Jul 3, 2009 9:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
In the past, European players have liked the more international vibe of Toronto. However, as you say, Portland is not far from being a contender, but Toronto is. I’d want a ring.
My people call it "sarcasm." - Lauri
by CapHill on Jul 3, 2009 9:16 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
With the way Hedo’s acted from the moment the Finals ended, I’ve gotten the feeling from him that he’s more about the money than anything else. Title included.
My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)
by jollyrogerwilco on Jul 4, 2009 12:41 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Concured.
The #21 is Lord
Free Bruce Bowen! (I'm talking to you, Milwaukee)
by ddog28 on Jul 4, 2009 3:05 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Start at :20 (and beware of the simulated compound fracture).
My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)
by jollyrogerwilco on Jul 4, 2009 5:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i am a huge fan of outlaw’s game. one of the leagues most underrated if you ask me.
by FreshmakerDTM on Jul 3, 2009 11:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
He is a very good defender, but he hasn’t grown that much offensively and he can be a decidedly un-clutch shooter. I’d love to have him on the Spurs though.
"The evolution has been good, and I am much more tranquil now in the face of what comes next,"--Manu Ginobili
by VWolf on Jul 3, 2009 11:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
2yrs ago he broke out on a young portland team. it was him and roy closing out games. last year batum and rudy took his minutes and touches, and roy put up allstar numbers, so his numbers took a hit.
by FreshmakerDTM on Jul 4, 2009 12:03 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
His numbers actually look pretty good right now compared to 2 seasons ago and he actually averaged more minutes than ever before. I live in Portland so I see the Blazers play fairly often. He just does not seem to play well on offense when the pressure is on.
He is still a young player though so he has plenty of room to grow.
"The evolution has been good, and I am much more tranquil now in the face of what comes next,"--Manu Ginobili
by VWolf on Jul 4, 2009 4:15 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
ive had aldridge and outlaw 2yrs ago and roy last yr on my fantasy teams, i’ve watched a ton of their games as well.
by FreshmakerDTM on Jul 4, 2009 9:02 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm sorry but...Everything in your comment is the opposite of the truth.
He is the worst defender on the team, he has made tremendous strides in his offensive game, and he is very very clutch
by Sabonis4Ever on Jul 7, 2009 6:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
But apart from that, he’s dead on, right?
My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)
by jollyrogerwilco on Jul 7, 2009 9:47 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Powe?
I dunno if anyone’s ever mentioned it or not, and feel free to shoot me right down, but what about Leon Powe for the Spurs? He’d be some help. I think he’d be a banger, hauled down 5 boards in 17 mins, 7.7 points, last season and has a career FT% of roughly 70%- sounds like he’s on the right track. He had an ‘09 salary of $797,581. Don’t get me wrong, he’s definately not the answer down low but he’s already had a taste of one championship, and might be looking for a small raise. Boston can’t make their mind up on him, it seems (pending Sheed, I’m sure.) I believe he was injured for these past playoffs? (Or was the Perk?)
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by Ed (dfjmed) on Jul 3, 2009 10:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
<<< On Sheed watch !
Lets GOOOO SHEED!!!
A starting position !
No income tax !
Warm weather !
Larry Browns good buddy for a coach !
LETS - DO - DIS !!!
by alamobro on Jul 3, 2009 11:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Someone is gonna get a very productive season out of sheed….
Last season, he was unmotivated…
In addition , hes going to be well rested. He only played four postseason games…..
( Not to mention inspired to be playing with a contender)
by alamobro on Jul 3, 2009 11:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
thats a relief
the last thing we need is Portland to get any better. On espn the otherday they were saying that Hedo’s wife is very fond of Toronto, plus they can pay him almost six million more
Okay, just so I understand it... in your wildest fantasy, you are in hell. And you are co-running a bed and breakfast with the devil.
by bren on Jul 4, 2009 12:11 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
the real deal breaker
Hedo must be saving a lot on medical benefits going to Toronto.
by FreshmakerDTM on Jul 4, 2009 12:47 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
not to mention the maple syrup costs are vastly lower
Okay, just so I understand it... in your wildest fantasy, you are in hell. And you are co-running a bed and breakfast with the devil.
by bren on Jul 4, 2009 7:37 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
If you find Canadian Maple syrup too expensive (and I do) then go for a Vermont brand.
Just as good if not better.
My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)
by jollyrogerwilco on Jul 4, 2009 5:29 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
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