Appeasing The King: No Jason Kidd, Cleveland Cavaliers Must Keep LeBron James Happy
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The unknown status of the Jason Kidd-Devin Harris trade is little consolation to Cleveland superstar LeBron James. The Cavaliers lack the assets to acquire the All-Star -the Nets are seeking draft picks, expiring contracts, and blue-chip prospects in exchange for their star table-setter ...
My AM Take: For a second, forget Devean George and his no-trade clause. I understand this is easier said than done-blocking the Jason Kidd deal is the forward’s biggest move since, well, ever.There is another angle to this story worth reporting … The unknown status of the Jason Kidd-Devin Harris trade is little consolation to ''I think the (front office) probably has been trying to do some things; I don't know. We all know we need to get better; that is simple,'' James said. ''To me, I want to win now I don't want to sit around and wait. Sometimes you have to.'' (
It won’t happen. So what’s Cleveland GM Danny Ferry’s next move? Well, he should do two things. First, Ferry must seek a meeting with James-a brief sit-down, nothing formal. In this meeting, he must explain to his star why acquiring Kidd was impossible and reassure James that the organization is committed to winning. Second, Ferry must get his superstar help. That’s what James wants.
Like I said, forget Devean George. There is another angle worth reporting. How can |
My AM Take: For a second, forget Devean George and his no-trade clause. I understand this is easier said than done-blocking the Jason Kidd deal is the forward’s biggest move since, well, ever.
"He expects his teammates to play D, while he doesn't, because frankly everyone on the coaching staff or in the organization fears for their job." - Tre Butta
Actually, James is one of the best one-on-one defenders in the NBA and is usually one of the league's top steals guys. He typically guards the other team's best player and was a few votes shy of making the NBA All-Defensive Second Team.
"New reports say, if the Cavs are willing to part ways with "Booby" Drew Gooden ..." - Kingston
"Booby" Drew Gooden? Is that a hybrid of Daniel Gibson and Drew Gooden?
Come on guys. LeBron is a smart player. And he knows how trades work. Ferry's hands are tied until next season. LeBron hasn't made any threats about wanting out of Cleveland. Any issue about him being unhappy has been created by the media and people who assume he's just like Kobe.
The Cavs better rush to get a star NOW? You guys act like LeBron only has a couple seasons left. Give me a break...