It's real easy these days to take shots at the New York Knickerbockers and it won't be any different here. In fact its almost impossible not to bash the Knicks (like I kind of did back in November). Going into the All-Star break the Knicks are 20-32 (yet miraculously still in the playoff hunt), Mike Woodson's job is in jeopardy and the Melo rumors are heating up.
Recently, Syracuse head coach Jim Boeheim came out and said that Melo should leave the Knicks because its in the best interest of his legacy (of which he has none at the moment). Earlier in the season Melo mentioned that he was looking to opt-out of his gargantuan contract and test free agency. He quickly backtracked off the remarks but the damage was done. A few weeks ago his wife La La said in an interview that Melo was definitely staying in New York despite what a lot of writers (and his college coach) felt. It seems pretty clear that the Knicks (mainly owner James Dolan) and Melo are going to all go down together, seeing how the Knicks are a sinking ship. Everyone knows how badly the Knicks finances are screwed up and that there will be no relief in sight until after the 2015 season.
Over All-Star weekend, Melo was nice enough to tell reporters what it would take to return next season. Whether it be taking less money (which doesn't happen in the NBA) or jumping in the driver's seat with management to lay the groundwork for acquiring talent, Melo will be there to help. Is there anyone out there that thinks that will happen? Of course not. First off, Melo's agents will not let him take less money from the Knicks since he can make more money with them. Secondly, when has a player ever helped a GM get talent? "What about LeBron and D-Wade conspiring together? Didn't they do just that? Not to mention Wade, Bosh and LeBron all took less money." While that last statement is true it's a little different. LeBron and D-Wade make a gazillion dollars outside of the NBA. Bosh wanted out of Toronto so bad he took the maximum a free agent can get by signing with another team. Plus, people want to play with LeBron and D-Wade (probably more LeBron that Wade but whatever). Ray Allen took less money to play in Miami for example (though his "relationship" with Rajon Rondo may have been a huge factor as well).
Players would rather play with Kobe Bryant, despite the fact he shoots a lot and he's a jerk! Kobe would happily stab his grandmother in order to win and other players know that (he's on a Michael Jordan level with that point). Melo is a great scorer but he hasn't shown over time that he will do everything necessary in order to win. Like pounding the glass, passing or playing defense . Plus, NO ONE wants to play with Melo and Melo doesn't like to share the spotlight, just ask Jeremy Lin. The Knicks feel they can land Kevin love in 2015 but I don't see it happening. It's possible because Love appears to be a rather unselfish player who excels at rebounding but as miserable as he may be in Minnesota, the Knicks are not the answer. He can do better. Players and their reps know that the Knicks are a disaster and will stay away at all costs.
It will be interesting to see how this plays out and should be more interesting until Dwight Howard starts his free agent nonsense again in a few years. Thanks for your time.
Recently, Syracuse head coach Jim Boeheim came out and said that Melo should leave the Knicks because its in the best interest of his legacy (of which he has none at the moment). Earlier in the season Melo mentioned that he was looking to opt-out of his gargantuan contract and test free agency. He quickly backtracked off the remarks but the damage was done. A few weeks ago his wife La La said in an interview that Melo was definitely staying in New York despite what a lot of writers (and his college coach) felt. It seems pretty clear that the Knicks (mainly owner James Dolan) and Melo are going to all go down together, seeing how the Knicks are a sinking ship. Everyone knows how badly the Knicks finances are screwed up and that there will be no relief in sight until after the 2015 season.
Over All-Star weekend, Melo was nice enough to tell reporters what it would take to return next season. Whether it be taking less money (which doesn't happen in the NBA) or jumping in the driver's seat with management to lay the groundwork for acquiring talent, Melo will be there to help. Is there anyone out there that thinks that will happen? Of course not. First off, Melo's agents will not let him take less money from the Knicks since he can make more money with them. Secondly, when has a player ever helped a GM get talent? "What about LeBron and D-Wade conspiring together? Didn't they do just that? Not to mention Wade, Bosh and LeBron all took less money." While that last statement is true it's a little different. LeBron and D-Wade make a gazillion dollars outside of the NBA. Bosh wanted out of Toronto so bad he took the maximum a free agent can get by signing with another team. Plus, people want to play with LeBron and D-Wade (probably more LeBron that Wade but whatever). Ray Allen took less money to play in Miami for example (though his "relationship" with Rajon Rondo may have been a huge factor as well).
Players would rather play with Kobe Bryant, despite the fact he shoots a lot and he's a jerk! Kobe would happily stab his grandmother in order to win and other players know that (he's on a Michael Jordan level with that point). Melo is a great scorer but he hasn't shown over time that he will do everything necessary in order to win. Like pounding the glass, passing or playing defense . Plus, NO ONE wants to play with Melo and Melo doesn't like to share the spotlight, just ask Jeremy Lin. The Knicks feel they can land Kevin love in 2015 but I don't see it happening. It's possible because Love appears to be a rather unselfish player who excels at rebounding but as miserable as he may be in Minnesota, the Knicks are not the answer. He can do better. Players and their reps know that the Knicks are a disaster and will stay away at all costs.
It will be interesting to see how this plays out and should be more interesting until Dwight Howard starts his free agent nonsense again in a few years. Thanks for your time.
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