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Are the Jazz going to trade Rudy?

The Jazz Wonderbra said:
I didn't follow why we suddenly went into desperation mode. What was the report that caused this angst? Why is it today or bust? I was under the impression we have until Dec. 21st.
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We have time... its just the panic meter starts to bump up if we go to training camp without a deal. We know they are discussing it, so the fact it doesn't get done quickly means there are sticking points.

Not quite desperation mode but its time to get a little nervous.
 
Handlogten's Heros said:
We have time... its just the panic meter starts to bump up if we go to training camp without a deal. We know they are discussing it, so the fact it doesn't get done quickly means there are sticking points.

Not quite desperation mode but its time to get a little nervous.
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Gotcha... I mentioned that each day that passed made me a little more nervous around 3 days ago on this post when this post was being mocked for being dumb. But it feels like things ratcheted up.

Nothing to see here until Dec. 21st by my count.
 
Eenie-Meenie said:
Look at this report four years ago. They signed him on the day before the deadline like today: Gobert Deal in 2016
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We had a bit more leverage then if he got to FA he would be restricted. Look it isn't full panic time... its lets be a little concerned time.
 
The Jazz Wonderbra said:
Gotcha... I mentioned that each day that passed made me a little more nervous around 3 days ago on this post when this post was being mocked for being dumb. But it feels like things ratcheted up.

Nothing to see here until Dec. 21st by my count.
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I think if it is easy you get it done before camp so it doesn't hang over media day etc. I wouldn't want this to hang over the team until opening night with the weird drama that unfolded over the last 12 months.
 
San Antonio is going to have 20 million dollars in committed salary - they've called about Gobert before.
So is New Orleans - Rudy playing for Van Gundy teamed with Zion.
Atlanta, Charlotte, New York, OKC, Memphis, Toronto, Chicago are all way WAY under the cap, gearing up for next season's free agent bonanza.
 
Since the All Star snub a year and a half ago, that Rudy just seems more emotional. There have been so many on court temper tantrums yelling at refs. He had the public dust up with Don where he clearly did something reckless in the lockerroom. After he didn't get DPOY, he seemed let down on the court. He has reportedly irritated teammates with comments about not getting the ball enough.

I think it's very possible that Rudy will get his feelings hurt if he isn't given enough money (by his lofty standards whatever those might be). I think he will take it personally if he isn't guaranteed as much as Donovan.

It is not a good sign that he still isn't signed.

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If he wanted out he would already be gone and not be negotiating. He may decide he wants out because we haven't given him the Supermax but ongoing negotiations make no sense if he knows he wants to leave. Agreed that he is an emotional player and he has a huge need for outward respect.
 
gomretat said:
If he wanted out he would already be gone and not be negotiating. He may decide he wants out because we haven't given him the Supermax but ongoing negotiations make no sense if he knows he wants to leave. Agreed that he is an emotional player and he has a huge need for outward respect.
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Maybe... or he is basically saying supermax or nothing bitch. If they pay him then great. If not he just tells them let’s see what happens this year. Meanwhile he gets to see if Giannis signs... if not he’s the crown jewel on the market (or close to it). This is where DL and the front office learn about his true intentions and feelings. If he digs in then we should look to deal him. The return might be pretty meh but can’t let him walk for nothing.

I think it’s likely he wants to stay but the clock is ticking.
 
There is a middle ground that might work... we could offer a “supermax” and then have it decline by 8% each year... gets him around the same money as a regular max but he gets the ego boost and the contract will hurt more early but be more movable or easier to work around in the later years. Just a thought.
 
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