I just hope Rick Carlisle can coach this kind of team. He is a solid coach, but he has his own system that doesn't seem like it will mesh well with the type of team that LB is putting together.
Al Harrington is the top free agent still out there, and honestly, the sign and trade to Indiana would make a lot of sense, helping to elevate the Pacers next year. The East (for the first time since 1998) actually looks loaded next year. You have Miami, Cleveland and New Jersey as the early favorites. Detroit took a step back while Chicago took a step forward. If Indiana completes this deal they at least have closed the gap some between themselves and the Pistons/Bulls (whom I view as the second tier in the East).
Didn't the article state that Harrington is holding back right now to make more money? I don't see why he would take less money to go to Indy, especially if someone out there is willing to pay what he wants (Golden State, I'm looking your way). 7.5 Million is nothing to scoff at, but if someone offers 10 Mil, it's a whole different ballgame.
7.5 Million is nothing to scoff at, but if someone offers 10 Mil, it's a whole different ballgame. If Harrington was worth that kind of money someone would have offered it by now. At this point its not even about the money. Its about what team can offer Atlanta a better package via sign and trade.
I just read that ... and I didn't understand a single freaking word of it. Jesus, do I hate salary cap machinations. Anyhow, at least we can say woe to those who think Larry is still The Hick From French Lick.
Does any one know how much JJ Redick sign for.
