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What Free Agents Do You Like?

Mike Scott had some nice moments for Atlanta during the playoffs. I think a couple teams will go after him as a backup PF.

I wouldn't mind Marvin Williams off the bench. He fits in fairly well.

I like Shaun Livingston, but wonder if he'd take the backup PG minutes from Burks. He might even be able to start for a few teams.

I like Isaiah Thomas, but he'll need at least 25 mins./night.

Jason Smith is decent bench fodder.

Xavier Henry made some strides this year for the Lakers as did Wesley Johnson.

I'd take a look at Adonis Thomas. He has some talent.
 
The players that I know about and can comment,

Livingston, definitely would be a good back up and I wouldn't be surprised if he turns out to be a late late bloomer. He always shows flashes that he could be so.

Mike Miller, no need to comment about his shooting, I can comment however on his smarts, one of the highest BIQ in the league and a great team player, too bad you can never trust his health, he had a great healthy season last year, chances are that he might end up at the bench in a suit all season long.

Ariza, followed him since the Magic. Well above average wing defensively, would shine in the Jazz team in that way. I can't say the same basketball IQ wise though, if you are OK with plucking your own hair during games from time to time for the sake of improved defense, he would be great player to have.

Gortat, another player I followed since the Magic. If we send away a big, I'd consider him. But wouldn't be much excited either, he certainly lives in his own fantasy that he is a top 5 center in the NBA. Sometimes, he can force the things too much on the offense and he might not give a damn about the defense. He is a great center though, when he balances his game and give the genuine effort. Nevertheless, he's a diva.

Kirk Hinrich, I will quote the OP on this one,
Sexual Favors said:
Decent shooter, and gritty defender. Tough. Jazz sorely need these qualities.
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Luol Deng, just a great player all around, won't improve our long distance shooting but he will improve everything else. If we can get his mature years for the Jazz with a good bargain, it would be delightful. He can be the ideal veteran player.

Vince Carter anyone? I certainly would consider him if we don't darft a wing.

Lowry, I don't know why we would consider him, did we give up on Burke? Lowry is starter in the league and will have to start in the Jazz team too. If we are thinking re-find a PG we should also consider getting one via a trade. A better one even.

Lance Stephenson, only if we lose Burks, he could be a good replacement.

Al-Farouq Aminu, a great player to improve the defense. He won't do anything else though. Still it would be cool to have a descendant of the Nigerian King on the team.

Spencer Hawes, wouldn't consider even if we trade away a big. He's a poor defender and even worse rebounder, not worth just to stretch our game.

Jimmer Fredette, well it will happen someday, why not now? :D
 
Sexual Favors said:
Here's the list of free agents, https://hoopshype.com/free_agency_2014.htm

I think we all want Lebron, but we need to be realistic. Melo wants a contender, money and a big city. Wade is a ghost. Bosh and Pau are overkill here, and probably overrated at this stage of their careers. Dirk and Duncan aren't leaving Texas, etc.

Having said all that, 2014 free agency offers the Jazz a very real opportunity to significantly improve their bench, and thus their team. Seeing our needs as, A. shooters, B. toughness and defense, C. SFs, and D. PGs, I've come up with the following names as possible targets:

(This list operates under two assumptions. A. The young core and rookies are focal points, and B. We aren't using our available cap space to absorb trash for picks again.

Vets off the Bench:

Kirk Hinrich - Decent shooter, and gritty defender. Tough. Jazz sorely need these qualities.

Andrei Kirilenko - Worth more than what he's making this year. Hometown ties, and a player option to leave sinking ship that is BK. If he'd come for 4 million, I'd welcome him home to finish his career here. SF is teams biggest need, since Hayward's 6'8" wingspan makes him an SG. If Hayward leaves, we really need help on the wing.

Ray Allen - One of the best shooters to ever do it. Probably wants a contender, but if he wants to coach after his career, coming here and teaching our guys to shoot would look great on his resume. Jazz were able to persuade him to talk to Trey before Heat game at ESA, so there might be a sliver of hope. Only made 3.2 mil this year. Since we'll have a lot of young players who will still be on rookie contracts, we could offer him a two year deal, with the second being a player option. Wishful thinking.


Shaun Livingston - had a solid year for BK. Length and D. Would be an awesome backup.

Mike Miller - past his prime, but healthier than he's been in recent years. Ray Allen theory.

Marvin Williams. At 3-4 mil, I like him. In a reserve role at SF, and SF only, I like him. Be certain his health checks out, though.

Pricey FA's Who We Could Get, But Probably Aren't Worth It:

Eric Bledsoe - Depending on who we draft, and what kind of offer another team throws at Hayward. If Phoenix is one of those teams, we should repay the favor by going after Bledsoe. Still young. Defensive upgrade at the point.

Trevor Ariza - long and athletic defender for the wing. Only 28 yr old. Could be a plan B if we don't get an SF from the draft who we feel is worth starting, and if Hayward leaves. When all is said and done, it's rather depressing.

Luol Dang - Great D and length. Is still 29, so you probably have to pay him. At 29, you wonder how many decent years are left.

It's a Risk:

Michael Beasley: has produced in limited minutes for the Heat this year. Contract would be cheap. Is still only 25. Have to be sure the shenanigans are in the past. Huge risk. Big reward.



What do you guys think? Who should we target, and why would they be good fits here?
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This is the worst offseason wish-list I've seen assembled. Did you copy it from SLC Dunk or Purple and Blues?
 
Ariza can't shoot, is a step down on both ends from Marvin, and would cost more to get. He'd go back to looking like trash outside Washington's playground bball.
 
Al Farouq Aminu !!

21.3% Dreb %

hes only 23 and i think there's plenty of risk reward on a modest contract for him, His defense is good vs teams best wing player, not elite, but better than serviceable.

hes also a decent passer and can rebound and dribble the ball up the court quickly, cut down his turnovers this year

also hes grown in the league, im pretty sure hes underlisted in size, and bigger or comprable sized frame with favors

hes also played in basically every game during his 4 year career
 
Sexual Favors said:
Bosh and Pau are overkill here, and probably overrated at this stage of their careers.
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If the Jazz had any shot at Bosh (they don't), they'd be stupid not to sign him. He's anything but overrated. He's played a lesser role on a team with two better scorers, but he'd instantly be the best option on the Jazz. Dude was fantastic scoring and drawing fouls facing up in Toronto, and has the touch to spread the floor nicely. Would be an absolute no-brainer.
 
PointGod_AlecBurks said:
Al Farouq Aminu !!

21.3% Dreb %

cut his down his turnovers this year, is still 23 and i think theres plenty of risk reward on a modest contract for him, His defense is good, on oppsoding wings best player, not elite, but better than servicable

hes also a decent passer and can rebound and dribble the ball up the court quickly

also hes grown in the league, im pretty sure hes underlisted in size, and bigger or comprable sized frame with favors
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And he's one of the worst shooters in the league. As a 4th/5th wing, maybe, but I'd rather the Jazz add some shooting.
 
not a good shooter but Aminu was fairly reliable from the line( had a dip in FT% this year), and shot 35.4% on 31 corner 3 attempts last season
 
GVC said:
If the Jazz had any shot at Bosh (they don't), they'd be stupid not to sign him. He's anything but overrated. He's played a lesser role on a team with two better scorers, but he'd instantly be the best option on the Jazz. Dude was fantastic scoring and drawing fouls facing up in Toronto, and has the touch to spread the floor nicely. Would be an absolute no-brainer.
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I don't dismiss Toronto Bosh. But, Bosh is 30 now, and hasn't been the man for awhile now. How do you know he still has it? Is his lesser role masking some decline? He will want to be paid like the man, and how many years does he have left in him?

Bosh and Pau would be short lived improvements that would wreck our books. Favors, Kanter, and Gobert trio have a lot of promise IMO, and we'd have to break that up to bring Bosh or Pau on. No thanks.

If were a piece away from contending, then I'd be about it. Both are seasoned. As is, I don't see the value.
 
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