Ya, **** tanking man. It's been ages since we've been good. Just develop the current young pieces we have (we got plenty!), and add a couple of pieces to reinforce a solid playoffs team. I still think the Jazz will comfortably make the playoffs.
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Ya, **** tanking man. It's been ages since we've been good. Just develop the current young pieces we have (we got plenty!), and add a couple of pieces to reinforce a solid playoffs team. I still think the Jazz will comfortably make the playoffs.
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I agree he had made up his mind a long time ago. Going to Miami was just a diversionary tactic to make people think he was undecided. He knew he wanted to go back with Stevens, and I think that was biggest reason for him going to Boston. Nothing wrong in wanting out but a man of character would've made his wishes known up front and not put on this act that he did.
He gave so many compliments to the Jazz organization and the people who worked with him, and yet he betrays them. Gordon, you should reread what you wrote so that you will realize what you have done. You had something here in Utah and you have given it away. Often we fail to see the forest for the trees or like Joni Mitchell wrote, "you don't know what you got till it's gone."
Yes, Gordon, you don't realize what you have left behind and I think someday you will regret it.
He gave so many compliments to the Jazz organization and the people who worked with him, and yet he betrays them. Gordon, you should reread what you wrote so that you will realize what you have done. You had something here in Utah and you have given it away. Often we fail to see the forest for the trees or like Joni Mitchell wrote, "you don't know what you got till it's gone."
Yes, Gordon, you don't realize what you have left behind and I think someday you will regret it.
Jack Strop
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It's impossible to tank. Jazz still have a ton of talent. And if Utah isn't committed to winning, the first trade has to be Rudy. He isn't going to stand for losing. Gobert's now got another chip on his shoulder. He's coming back angry. Circle the first Boston vs. Utah game on the calendar. It's going to be "can't-miss TV." And I'll bet if any Utah players start to shake Hayward's hand, Rudy will deck them.
We still need another player, though. Ingles should be coming off the bench. And there's no depth in case of injuries.
Cappy_Smurf
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Yep, blowing it up now would look weak as hell. We've got a couple guys who could have a break out year and replace some of what we just lost. We very well could be a better defensive team with Rubio and Mitchell. Damn shame we couldn't have worked something out with Hill, but he's regretting it even more than us.
The thing that sucks is that the west got so much tougher. I think we're probably a first round exit team, but I also think we could be a lot better than people think. Have to give it a shot for at least a year. If the next 2 years are trash, then we have to think about moving Rudy. I hope it doesn't ever happen and he stays loyal no matter what, but I would never expect it when a team is rebuilding. That's why there's so much bitterness towards doucheward. We built a good team around him and were just starting to take off and he ****ed us.
CALJAZZFAN
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I think his teammates had to know. I think they went all out to try to change his mind, but I think they knew and if they didn't know, they must have known last night after seeing him.
Yeah, I had a feeling he was a weak little bitch when he let nutjob Delonte West give him a wet willy and did nothing about it.
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I think mitchell has some juice... rudy is pissed and I think this will only make his bond to Utah more concrete. I like Ricky... joe, Hood, return of AB... maybe Exum can get after it. I don't care if we top out at Memphis type success... we gotta press on.
Jazz Traveler
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I want to see a Jazz/Celtics game on Christmas Day.
Hayward really did dirty on Jazz Nation today. And all because of a stupid bromance.
I know one thing, I would never, ever bet against Rudy. Jazz/Celtic battles from here on out will be epic.
Hayward really did dirty on Jazz Nation today. And all because of a stupid bromance.
I know one thing, I would never, ever bet against Rudy. Jazz/Celtic battles from here on out will be epic.
CALJAZZFAN
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I think it's because we feel he strung us along. His mind was made up. He should have let us know sooner. I find it hard to believe he made this decision this morning. The peace sign after his last game, never saying he wanted to stay, the Robyn instagram with the shamrock shirt obviously was meaningful etc. So many signs. He knew and pretended like he was still deciding. In retrospect, I think he's known for a long time.
green
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Seeing how Ainge has already won a title and has a top 5 pick next year and the #1 seed in the East and just drafted a kid at #3 and signed a top FA...
I'd say Boston is alright.