Knicks · Zion available? (page 1)

GustavBahler @ 6/14/2023 10:09 AM
There was a discussion on "Get Up" about rumors of the Pelicans offering Zion Williamson for the second pick and Scoot Henderson. Windy was involved in the discussion, and wasnt treating the idea as far fetched. Zion has missed a lot of games.

Do you believe the FO should make an offer for Zion?

Maybe Mitch, IQ, Obi, and a bunch of first rounders.

The reason why I wouldnt mind seeing a trade because I dont believe that Zion is fragile, as the missed games suggest.

From a distance, Zion looks like a kid who has been gifted a brand new Lambo, and doesnt know how to keep it on the road. Still young enough to figure things out. Playing at MSG might give Zion more of a sense of urgency.

martin @ 6/14/2023 10:27 AM
martin @ 6/14/2023 10:34 AM
Man, was just looking up his games played over the last 4 years.

24, 61, ZERO, 29. 114 games total. Newly 23yo RJ has played in 271.

$200M contract over 5 years about to kick in.

His dick will probably fall off soon too if he keeps up with the Insta porn girls as he has. FO and owner gotta love that for their organization.

GustavBahler @ 6/14/2023 10:57 AM
martin wrote:Man, was just looking up his games played over the last 4 years.

24, 61, ZERO, 29. 114 games total. Newly 23yo RJ has played in 271.

$200M contract over 5 years about to kick in.

His dick will probably fall off soon too if he keeps up with the Insta porn girls as he has. FO and owner gotta love that for their organization.

Worse ways to go! Like a kid in a candy store.

Zion looks like he has some growing up to do, but I wouldnt bet against it happening.

This could be a "reverse Camby" for the Knicks. Camby was like humpty-dumpty, couldnt handle the physicality of the NBA. Knicks traded him, and not long after the availability problems fade away. Maybe the same thing happens to Zion.

Part of the problem IMO is how Zion is used. A lot like RJ, but Zion has more of a repertoire. Look at his game at Duke, he was a much more versatile player.

Before the draft, scouts were questioning his 3 pt ability. So Zion set a rookie record for 3pters in their first game. I believe Zion's potential can be unlocked if he is with the right team, the right organization. In the right city.

Moonangie @ 6/14/2023 11:00 AM
Risky gambit...with some upside. I'd be averse to pulling the trigger on such a move until Zion demonstrates more maturity, focus and determination to excel. Right now he looks a bit lost in the wilds, and needs to find his "legs".
SupremeCommander @ 6/14/2023 11:17 AM
GustavBahler wrote:
martin wrote:Man, was just looking up his games played over the last 4 years.

24, 61, ZERO, 29. 114 games total. Newly 23yo RJ has played in 271.

$200M contract over 5 years about to kick in.

His dick will probably fall off soon too if he keeps up with the Insta porn girls as he has. FO and owner gotta love that for their organization.

Worse ways to go! Like a kid in a candy store.

Zion looks like he has some growing up to do, but I wouldnt bet against it happening.

This could be a "reverse Camby" for the Knicks. Camby was like humpty-dumpty, couldnt handle the physicality of the NBA. Knicks traded him, and not long after the availability problems fade away. Maybe the same thing happens to Zion.

Part of the problem IMO is how Zion is used. A lot like RJ, but Zion has more of a repertoire. Look at his game at Duke, he was a much more versatile player.

Before the draft, scouts were questioning his 3 pt ability. So Zion set a rookie record for 3pters in their first game. I believe Zion's potential can be unlocked if he is with the right team, the right organization. In the right city.

you have to give to get, and what would you be willing to give to get Zion? There's talk that they would flip Zion to get a top pick in the draft...

Personally, I don't have the stomach to trade for a guy that makes a dollar for every nut he has in a random skank, and every cheeseburger consumed. I don't like the idea of paying someone that kind of money who is not all about hoops

martin @ 6/14/2023 11:39 AM
SupremeCommander wrote:
GustavBahler wrote:
martin wrote:Man, was just looking up his games played over the last 4 years.

24, 61, ZERO, 29. 114 games total. Newly 23yo RJ has played in 271.

$200M contract over 5 years about to kick in.

His dick will probably fall off soon too if he keeps up with the Insta porn girls as he has. FO and owner gotta love that for their organization.

Worse ways to go! Like a kid in a candy store.

Zion looks like he has some growing up to do, but I wouldnt bet against it happening.

This could be a "reverse Camby" for the Knicks. Camby was like humpty-dumpty, couldnt handle the physicality of the NBA. Knicks traded him, and not long after the availability problems fade away. Maybe the same thing happens to Zion.

Part of the problem IMO is how Zion is used. A lot like RJ, but Zion has more of a repertoire. Look at his game at Duke, he was a much more versatile player.

Before the draft, scouts were questioning his 3 pt ability. So Zion set a rookie record for 3pters in their first game. I believe Zion's potential can be unlocked if he is with the right team, the right organization. In the right city.

you have to give to get, and what would you be willing to give to get Zion? There's talk that they would flip Zion to get a top pick in the draft...

Personally, I don't have the stomach to trade for a guy that makes a dollar for every nut he has in a random skank, and every cheeseburger consumed. I don't like the idea of paying someone that kind of money who is not all about hoops

Exactly.

I'm not even being facetious: The only trade I'd make for Zion would maybe be Obi, Fournier and a future first. Maybe. That dude is a MESS.

Knixkik @ 6/14/2023 11:54 AM
You have a guy now who can’t stay on the floor and seems to not love the game. They can’t possibly get what they would want for him. Portland could sent #3 for him maybe to convince themselves this is a win-now move plus the next face of the franchise, but they would have to convince themselves he can turn his career and personal life around in a significant way.
GustavBahler @ 6/14/2023 12:03 PM
martin wrote:
SupremeCommander wrote:
GustavBahler wrote:
martin wrote:Man, was just looking up his games played over the last 4 years.

24, 61, ZERO, 29. 114 games total. Newly 23yo RJ has played in 271.

$200M contract over 5 years about to kick in.

His dick will probably fall off soon too if he keeps up with the Insta porn girls as he has. FO and owner gotta love that for their organization.

Worse ways to go! Like a kid in a candy store.

Zion looks like he has some growing up to do, but I wouldnt bet against it happening.

This could be a "reverse Camby" for the Knicks. Camby was like humpty-dumpty, couldnt handle the physicality of the NBA. Knicks traded him, and not long after the availability problems fade away. Maybe the same thing happens to Zion.

Part of the problem IMO is how Zion is used. A lot like RJ, but Zion has more of a repertoire. Look at his game at Duke, he was a much more versatile player.

Before the draft, scouts were questioning his 3 pt ability. So Zion set a rookie record for 3pters in their first game. I believe Zion's potential can be unlocked if he is with the right team, the right organization. In the right city.

you have to give to get, and what would you be willing to give to get Zion? There's talk that they would flip Zion to get a top pick in the draft...

Personally, I don't have the stomach to trade for a guy that makes a dollar for every nut he has in a random skank, and every cheeseburger consumed. I don't like the idea of paying someone that kind of money who is not all about hoops

Exactly.

I'm not even being facetious: The only trade I'd make for Zion would maybe be Obi, Fournier and a future first. Maybe. That dude is a MESS.

Im guessing a personal ad from you guys would be "Looking for a comely lass from a good family. Must play the zither."

I dont get it. The thousands of pictures posted of f-able young women. The kid is living the dream. I dont believe its affecting his game.

You are both 100 percent right about Zion's lack of discipline, when it comes to hoops. I believe the answer could be as simple as a change of scenery.

I remember when Gooden and Strawberry spent time in Tampa, things would go sideways. As someone who lived there for a while, its not surprising.

I hear New Orleans is a great city, hoping to visit soon. Maybe living there is having the same effect on Zion. only so many things to do. NY, MSG is a different place, the expectations. Zion would know this would be the best place to take the crown. I dont remember hearing stories of Zion being distracted at Duke. He appeared very driven.

KnickDanger @ 6/14/2023 12:21 PM
Dude IS a mess. Not evil - a mess. Don't see him on the court much. Huge contract and you know the Pels ask for a King's ransom. Who throws those dice? Not me.

But now we can hear the fantasy trade proposals, starting with You Know Who. Have to figure people will be throwing RJ's name in there too - personally I wouldn't trade him even up. Based on their careers thus far.

martin @ 6/14/2023 12:25 PM
GustavBahler wrote:
martin wrote:
SupremeCommander wrote:
GustavBahler wrote:
martin wrote:Man, was just looking up his games played over the last 4 years.

24, 61, ZERO, 29. 114 games total. Newly 23yo RJ has played in 271.

$200M contract over 5 years about to kick in.

His dick will probably fall off soon too if he keeps up with the Insta porn girls as he has. FO and owner gotta love that for their organization.

Worse ways to go! Like a kid in a candy store.

Zion looks like he has some growing up to do, but I wouldnt bet against it happening.

This could be a "reverse Camby" for the Knicks. Camby was like humpty-dumpty, couldnt handle the physicality of the NBA. Knicks traded him, and not long after the availability problems fade away. Maybe the same thing happens to Zion.

Part of the problem IMO is how Zion is used. A lot like RJ, but Zion has more of a repertoire. Look at his game at Duke, he was a much more versatile player.

Before the draft, scouts were questioning his 3 pt ability. So Zion set a rookie record for 3pters in their first game. I believe Zion's potential can be unlocked if he is with the right team, the right organization. In the right city.

you have to give to get, and what would you be willing to give to get Zion? There's talk that they would flip Zion to get a top pick in the draft...

Personally, I don't have the stomach to trade for a guy that makes a dollar for every nut he has in a random skank, and every cheeseburger consumed. I don't like the idea of paying someone that kind of money who is not all about hoops

Exactly.

I'm not even being facetious: The only trade I'd make for Zion would maybe be Obi, Fournier and a future first. Maybe. That dude is a MESS.

Im guessing a personal ad from you guys would be "Looking for a comely lass from a good family. Must play the zither."

I dont get it. The thousands of pictures posted of f-able young women. The kid is living the dream. I dont believe its affecting his game.

You are both 100 percent right about Zion's lack of discipline, when it comes to hoops. I believe the answer could be as simple as a change of scenery.

I remember when Gooden and Strawberry spent time in Tampa, things would go sideways. As someone who lived there for a while, its not surprising.

I hear New Orleans is a great city, hoping to visit soon. Maybe living there is having the same effect on Zion. only so many things to do. NY, MSG is a different place, the expectations. Zion would know this would be the best place to take the crown. I dont remember hearing stories of Zion being distracted at Duke. He appeared very driven.

I guess every organization and person will have to decide what level of tolerance they will put with. Zion has health issues, so much so team needs to monitor his weight, diet and then also deal with his injuries which have lead head to miss a massive amount of games? Quick guess but Zion has played in less than 40% of his total games possible over 4 years as a 20yo.

On top of that team also needs manage his off court stuff because it is pretty obvious that he either doesn't know how to or doesn't have the right people around him. Ja in the same category.

Bro can sleep with as many women as his baby mama will let him and I don't care but as soon as it hits headlines in the way it did, that's when sponsors and TEAM sponsors start to get involved.

That kind of thing spreads to locker rooms. He'll end up hooking up with a chick that another player has dibs on and then it'll be straight fire.

martin @ 6/14/2023 12:27 PM
KnickDanger wrote:Dude IS a mess. Not evil - a mess. Don't see him on the court much. Huge contract and you know the Pels ask for a King's ransom. Who throws those dice? Not me.

But now we can hear the fantasy trade proposals, starting with You Know Who. Have to figure people will be throwing RJ's name in there too - personally I wouldn't trade him even up. Based on their careers thus far.

Same.

martin @ 6/14/2023 12:31 PM
martin @ 6/14/2023 12:45 PM
hahaahaha

Chandler @ 6/14/2023 12:45 PM
i remember on lottery night when the Knicks lost. Zion might have looked more dejected than any Knicks fan. Personally think he strongly wanted to be here

I've always wondered how things like lottery and trades play on a player's minds. Yes might be part of the game, but if we're fair it does treat players like property especially when mgmt/league doesnt even attempt to seek player input. Anyways, i know it's making an excuse for him, but have always wondered whether he not only wanted to be a Knick but whether he definitely did not want to go to NO

To me this is a situation where intel is key. Smart People in the business tend to know who is an a-hole and who isn't; whose a drunk, has bad people around him etc.

I agree 100% that outward appearance/conditioning, recent events, injury history puts him in the "no way" camp, but if the intel was that he's actually a good egg I'd at least consider him -- you'd be buying low

GustavBahler @ 6/14/2023 1:09 PM
martin wrote:
GustavBahler wrote:
martin wrote:
SupremeCommander wrote:
GustavBahler wrote:
martin wrote:Man, was just looking up his games played over the last 4 years.

24, 61, ZERO, 29. 114 games total. Newly 23yo RJ has played in 271.

$200M contract over 5 years about to kick in.

His dick will probably fall off soon too if he keeps up with the Insta porn girls as he has. FO and owner gotta love that for their organization.

Worse ways to go! Like a kid in a candy store.

Zion looks like he has some growing up to do, but I wouldnt bet against it happening.

This could be a "reverse Camby" for the Knicks. Camby was like humpty-dumpty, couldnt handle the physicality of the NBA. Knicks traded him, and not long after the availability problems fade away. Maybe the same thing happens to Zion.

Part of the problem IMO is how Zion is used. A lot like RJ, but Zion has more of a repertoire. Look at his game at Duke, he was a much more versatile player.

Before the draft, scouts were questioning his 3 pt ability. So Zion set a rookie record for 3pters in their first game. I believe Zion's potential can be unlocked if he is with the right team, the right organization. In the right city.

you have to give to get, and what would you be willing to give to get Zion? There's talk that they would flip Zion to get a top pick in the draft...

Personally, I don't have the stomach to trade for a guy that makes a dollar for every nut he has in a random skank, and every cheeseburger consumed. I don't like the idea of paying someone that kind of money who is not all about hoops

Exactly.

I'm not even being facetious: The only trade I'd make for Zion would maybe be Obi, Fournier and a future first. Maybe. That dude is a MESS.

Im guessing a personal ad from you guys would be "Looking for a comely lass from a good family. Must play the zither."

I dont get it. The thousands of pictures posted of f-able young women. The kid is living the dream. I dont believe its affecting his game.

You are both 100 percent right about Zion's lack of discipline, when it comes to hoops. I believe the answer could be as simple as a change of scenery.

I remember when Gooden and Strawberry spent time in Tampa, things would go sideways. As someone who lived there for a while, its not surprising.

I hear New Orleans is a great city, hoping to visit soon. Maybe living there is having the same effect on Zion. only so many things to do. NY, MSG is a different place, the expectations. Zion would know this would be the best place to take the crown. I dont remember hearing stories of Zion being distracted at Duke. He appeared very driven.

I guess every organization and person will have to decide what level of tolerance they will put with. Zion has health issues, so much so team needs to monitor his weight, diet and then also deal with his injuries which have lead head to miss a massive amount of games? Quick guess but Zion has played in less than 40% of his total games possible over 4 years as a 20yo.

On top of that team also needs manage his off court stuff because it is pretty obvious that he either doesn't know how to or doesn't have the right people around him. Ja in the same category.

Bro can sleep with as many women as his baby mama will let him and I don't care but as soon as it hits headlines in the way it did, that's when sponsors and TEAM sponsors start to get involved.

That kind of thing spreads to locker rooms. He'll end up hooking up with a chick that another player has dibs on and then it'll be straight fire.

I agree with the health concerns, definitely risk involved. The dating pool is a lot bigger in NY, more celebrities. Im guessing Zion would grow out of it.

I wouldnt want to do a deal if it involved trading RJ. Barrett would make a good role model for Zion. They know each other's game. Would help with team chemistry. Would also be cool to see them on the same team again.

If we were talking about a string bean of a player, I would be more concerned.

martin @ 6/14/2023 1:20 PM
GustavBahler wrote:I agree with the health concerns, definitely risk involved. The dating pool is a lot bigger in NY, more celebrities. Im guessing Zion would grow out of it.

I wouldnt want to do a deal if it involved trading RJ. Barrett would make a good role model for Zion. They know each other's game. Would help with team chemistry. Would also be cool to see them on the same team again.

If we were talking about a string bean of a player, I would be more concerned.

Dating pool? Are you and I talking about the same thing? Cause it seems like we are not.

BigDaddyG @ 6/14/2023 1:21 PM
martin wrote:
GustavBahler wrote:
martin wrote:
SupremeCommander wrote:
GustavBahler wrote:
martin wrote:Man, was just looking up his games played over the last 4 years.

24, 61, ZERO, 29. 114 games total. Newly 23yo RJ has played in 271.

$200M contract over 5 years about to kick in.

His dick will probably fall off soon too if he keeps up with the Insta porn girls as he has. FO and owner gotta love that for their organization.

Worse ways to go! Like a kid in a candy store.

Zion looks like he has some growing up to do, but I wouldnt bet against it happening.

This could be a "reverse Camby" for the Knicks. Camby was like humpty-dumpty, couldnt handle the physicality of the NBA. Knicks traded him, and not long after the availability problems fade away. Maybe the same thing happens to Zion.

Part of the problem IMO is how Zion is used. A lot like RJ, but Zion has more of a repertoire. Look at his game at Duke, he was a much more versatile player.

Before the draft, scouts were questioning his 3 pt ability. So Zion set a rookie record for 3pters in their first game. I believe Zion's potential can be unlocked if he is with the right team, the right organization. In the right city.

you have to give to get, and what would you be willing to give to get Zion? There's talk that they would flip Zion to get a top pick in the draft...

Personally, I don't have the stomach to trade for a guy that makes a dollar for every nut he has in a random skank, and every cheeseburger consumed. I don't like the idea of paying someone that kind of money who is not all about hoops

Exactly.

I'm not even being facetious: The only trade I'd make for Zion would maybe be Obi, Fournier and a future first. Maybe. That dude is a MESS.

Im guessing a personal ad from you guys would be "Looking for a comely lass from a good family. Must play the zither."

I dont get it. The thousands of pictures posted of f-able young women. The kid is living the dream. I dont believe its affecting his game.

You are both 100 percent right about Zion's lack of discipline, when it comes to hoops. I believe the answer could be as simple as a change of scenery.

I remember when Gooden and Strawberry spent time in Tampa, things would go sideways. As someone who lived there for a while, its not surprising.

I hear New Orleans is a great city, hoping to visit soon. Maybe living there is having the same effect on Zion. only so many things to do. NY, MSG is a different place, the expectations. Zion would know this would be the best place to take the crown. I dont remember hearing stories of Zion being distracted at Duke. He appeared very driven.

I guess every organization and person will have to decide what level of tolerance they will put with. Zion has health issues, so much so team needs to monitor his weight, diet and then also deal with his injuries which have lead head to miss a massive amount of games? Quick guess but Zion has played in less than 40% of his total games possible over 4 years as a 20yo.

On top of that team also needs manage his off court stuff because it is pretty obvious that he either doesn't know how to or doesn't have the right people around him. Ja in the same category.

Bro can sleep with as many women as his baby mama will let him and I don't care but as soon as it hits headlines in the way it did, that's when sponsors and TEAM sponsors start to get involved.

That kind of thing spreads to locker rooms. He'll end up hooking up with a chick that another player has dibs on and then it'll be straight fire.

I wouldn't worry about that. I don't know from personally experience, but I think "dibs" I this case would be determined by who hits the ATM first.

NardDogNation @ 6/14/2023 1:30 PM
It's a hard no on Zion for me. I was a proponent of his at one point but it's so obvious to see himself Ben Simmonss-ing his way out of the league because of his immaturity and injury history
GustavBahler @ 6/14/2023 1:33 PM
martin wrote:
GustavBahler wrote:I agree with the health concerns, definitely risk involved. The dating pool is a lot bigger in NY, more celebrities. Im guessing Zion would grow out of it.

I wouldnt want to do a deal if it involved trading RJ. Barrett would make a good role model for Zion. They know each other's game. Would help with team chemistry. Would also be cool to see them on the same team again.

If we were talking about a string bean of a player, I would be more concerned.

Dating pool? Are you and I talking about the same thing? Cause it seems like we are not.

Looks that way

Nalod @ 6/14/2023 2:11 PM
NardDogNation wrote:It's a hard no on Zion for me. I was a proponent of his at one point but it's so obvious to see himself Ben Simmonss-ing his way out of the league because of his immaturity and injury history

Funny you bought up Ben..
That zion was not mentally ready to play at seasons end might lend itself to confidence levels.
Dating pool? Change of scenery? MOtivation because he not in NYC? RJ a good influence? Know each others gamre?
They played one season 4 years as teens. Zion missed like 1/3rd of season at duke.
He is simply too large a human being to play the game at the highest level.
I'd first want him to see a physiologist and see if this large man can sustain the demands his body needs to do.
Nobody that big has done it at that level and lasted.
I don't deny the talent or the potential. its seductive.
But........Thibs wants worker player in a culture of accountability. our guys all got better last year. All put in the work.
Ask yourself, would the Miami Heat go after him? Has Zion ever put in the work? Or has god graced him with this ability and motor and he made it on that?
It won't cut it. It's fun to talk about and Pels should move on if they are not confident he can grow up.
Love of the game and money is one thing. It's another to love to put in the work.
Way too many questions around this guy. He is personable, has a charisma. Im sure tells all everything they want to hear. Including his women.
WWMD.....what would Miami do?

I'd sooner take a gamble on Ben Simmons if he has putting in the work. At least he has accomplished something over time. Zion has barley scratched the surface.

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