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QUOTE (ZoomSlowik @ Jul 8, 2010 -> 12:09 PM) Deng is a 16-17 PER type player that averages somewhere around 17-6, Beasley is about a 16-17 PER player that averages around 15-6 in far fewer minutes. They're pretty damn comparable. Obviously Beasley's attitude is an issue, which I've mentioned, though Deng also gets hurt at a far higher rate. If you're using "future" and "potential" on the Bulls' side, then it doesn't really help your case a whole lot. Johnson also isn't really a "solid role player" either, he barely played. Mario Chalmers is easily a better role player than Johnson at this point, at least he can defend and hit 3's (though at a much better clip last year). The Heat and Bulls would both have basically the exact same amount of cap space if they didn't add another max player, giving them a basically equal chance to improve their roster. We're not talking about Lebron joining either team as clearly if he goes to either that gives that team an edge. The reason why no one really likes Beasley is because he's a tweener. He's too big for SF and too small for PF. Thus, his defense really is an issue. I'd rather have Deng as a player all day long. That said, I would trade Deng for Beasley only because the contractual difference. Beasley is easily tradable not because a lot of people want him, but because his contract is desirable.

For what it's worth, Legler thinks Boozer is the best PF in the league in terms of finishing in the lane and around the basket.

QUOTE (whitesoxfan101 @ Jul 8, 2010 -> 11:57 AM) I don't think they're idiots. Weeell...

The Heat with LBJ/Wade/Bosh are going to see zone defense like you've never seen before. This isn't going to be a one-on-one fest like they've seen in the past. Teams are going to pack it in and make them shoot from outside. None of them are particular great from distance. So yes, they will definitely need some shooters to keep defenses honest.

QUOTE (BigSqwert @ Jul 8, 2010 -> 11:44 AM) Would you rather play for $1.8M in Milwaukee or some other dud city and lose 65 games or play on a title contender for $800K while being televised all the time on national games and perhaps getting more opportunities at local endorsement deals....while playing in South Beach? And not knowing whether I have a job in the future. I'll take the money. I'll live in South Beach in the off season.

QUOTE (T R U @ Jul 8, 2010 -> 11:41 AM) Youre right, no one of significance is going to do that.. but role players and those certain pieces you need WILL be willing to do that.. They would already have the star power, the bench and role players would most certainly take those cuts to get a title.. These role players and bench players don't make s*** over the course of their careers compared to starters. I find it VERY hard to believe there will be a lot of players who give up millions (who pretty much go year to year contract wise) just to play with the trio.

Let's not forget how good the Bulls were playing before injuries hit last season. They were looking awesome. Now we have Boozer and $17 million worth of other players. There is hope as far as I'm concerned.

QUOTE (Jordan4life @ Jul 8, 2010 -> 11:33 AM) It's not going to be that difficult to fill out a roster with those three as your centerpieces. That remains to be seen. This isn't a normal year. Players are scrambling to get their money before a potential fallout next year.

QUOTE (fathom @ Jul 8, 2010 -> 11:31 AM) The basketball scene when Michael found out Stanley couldn't dribble was one of the best moments in the show's history. I'll take Phyliss. She played in college.

QUOTE (T R U @ Jul 8, 2010 -> 11:30 AM) The Bulls aren't any closer to a title than they were last season.. Boozer is a nice player and all, but they aint gettin to the finals anytime soon as teams like Orlando, Miami, and Boston are still better than them even without knowing where LeBron is going.. you might add Cleveland or New York to that list too, who knows until tonight.. Why does everyone assume its just going to be LeBron, Wade, Bosh and crap? There will be some people who will find a way to get on that team to get themselves a ring.. its not going to be the Bigger 3 and then a handful of guys from off the street.. The Bulls still have $17 mil in available cap space. We ain't done yet.

QUOTE (SoxFan1 @ Jul 8, 2010 -> 11:22 AM) Available guards in case we miss out on Lebron: Anthony Morrow JJ Redick Matt Barnes Ronnie Brewer Luther Head Josh Howard Roger Mason Mike Miller Michael Redd (1 yr left on deal, 18.3 mil) Quinton Ross If Redd is healthy, I wouldn't mind trying to rekindle the magic there. If he can regain form (in a contract year), the Bulls could be really good.

QUOTE (chw42 @ Jul 8, 2010 -> 11:19 AM) I thought that was Boozer? Boozer did too according to George Smith. But obviously only recently. Rose has been doing it for a while, I guess.

QUOTE (Soxbadger @ Jul 8, 2010 -> 11:19 AM) Where did you hear this? This is the first report of any contact between Lebron and Rose and also contradicts other reports that Rose wasnt hot on Lebron. Not saying that its wrong, but if this is true it even gives me more hope that the Bulls are in it to win it. The main reason being that maybe Lebron asked them all to keep their mouth shut, and they are actually listening. George Smith on Sportscenter. They were doing single reports on what's happening in each of the cities.

I may have missed this in the million pages, but apparently Rose has been calling and texting LBJ.

I hope LBJ goes to Miami. It'd be pretty funny for a guy who could have been the best that ever played, go be a glue guy for Wade. I get a lot of enjoyment from that for some reason.

QUOTE (justBLAZE @ Jul 7, 2010 -> 08:28 PM) He's just saying Chicago already won by signing Boozer, because he's such a 'great guy' No, he meant LBJ sweepstakes and 2011 NBA Title.

QUOTE (beckham15 @ Jul 7, 2010 -> 08:27 PM) we won what? the heat big 2 giving booz some love Oh go fly a kite you turncoat.

Williams is a superior PG, but Rose will get there in short order.

QUOTE (Chisoxfn @ Jul 7, 2010 -> 05:48 PM) Especially for bigs. He will now come to the east where he won't have to try and defend much bigger guys. My thoughts exactly. Boozer should be even better than what he's been. Just stay healthy my man.

Boozer's pitch to LBJ: It's easy to leave the Cavs. Don't worry about it.

Rose > Amare

QUOTE (beckham15 @ Jul 7, 2010 -> 12:25 PM) the bulls actions pretty much are self explanitory....you would think if the bulls seriously thought lebron might come to chicago they'd have a big man locked up to entice him more to come....but they dont.... I see it the other way. If the Bulls knew they didn't have a shot at LeBron, they'd be hard after Boozer or Lee. But they at least think they have a shot, so they are keeping the cap space open for him. We don't need to sign an Amare because we already have a Rose and Noah.

I feel like I'm waiting for the Powerball drawing tonight. A little part of me envisions what if my numbers hit. But overall know my life's not changing tonight.

Noah is going to take the best low post scorer regardless. There aren't many teams in the East with 2 good big men. Defense from whatever PF we sign, isn't THAT big of an issue.

Just sign Yao. Nevermind.