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Casspi Assfingers
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Re: Casspi Assfingers (Buyout?)
Ban The Bullshit Whisperer for retweeting what Telich tweeted ? as far as commenting on rumours from earlier in the summer. I wouldnt be surprised if Casspi wasnt considering it after the season he had. the key part is The Bullshit Whisperer didnt say anything about it until another reporter brought up that casspi may be on his way out.
john telich <s>@</s>JohnTelich8 Source: <s>#</s>Cavs likely to buy out Omri Casspi from contract. Hearing this may be a mutual desire.
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Sam The Bullshit Whisperer <s>@</s>SamAmicoFSO RT <s>@</s>JohnTelich8: Source: Cavs likely to buy out Omri Casspi from contract. Hearing this may be a mutual desire.
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Ban The Bullshit Whisperer for retweeting what Telich tweeted ? as far as commenting on rumours from earlier in the summer. I wouldnt be surprised if Casspi wasnt considering it after the season he had. the key part is The Bullshit Whisperer didnt say anything about it until another reporter brought up that casspi may be on his way out.
john telich <s>@</s>JohnTelich8 Source: <s>#</s>Cavs likely to buy out Omri Casspi from contract. Hearing this may be a mutual desire.
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Sam The Bullshit Whisperer <s>@</s>SamAmicoFSO RT <s>@</s>JohnTelich8: Source: Cavs likely to buy out Omri Casspi from contract. Hearing this may be a mutual desire.
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Re: Casspi Assfingers (Buyout?)
The only mistake The Bullshit Whisperer has made, that I am aware of, is tweeting a single source of rumors as he heard them. Most journalists hear a rumor and hold back until it is confirmed by a second source, but The Bullshit Whisperer seems to run with tweets in the moment. I don't think banning his writing is a very smart idea, but it is important to remember that he is quick to fire off a rumor. Most journalists will wait, research, and let a rumor develop a little longer.
The only mistake The Bullshit Whisperer has made, that I am aware of, is tweeting a single source of rumors as he heard them. Most journalists hear a rumor and hold back until it is confirmed by a second source, but The Bullshit Whisperer seems to run with tweets in the moment. I don't think banning his writing is a very smart idea, but it is important to remember that he is quick to fire off a rumor. Most journalists will wait, research, and let a rumor develop a little longer.
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Re: Casspi Assfingers (Buyout?)
I doubt that this is true:
- the timing is strange, not just because of the Gee negotiations, but also because Casspi is now playing with the Israeli team and wouldn't want this distraction at this moment in time. If the Cavs reached out, his likely response would be: not now, we'll talk after the Israeli team tournament;
- Casspi's dream was to play in the NBA; it is something he has repeatedly stated for years. Sure, he can get a nice contract in Israel or Europe, but I doubt that is what he wants at this stage of his career. During the lockout, he had some tentative discussions with Israeli and European teams, but he didn't want to do anything which would jeopardize playing in the NBA.
- if he can start the season strong, he may have some value for certain teams in the league, just like Walton's expiring has some value. Would the Cavs throw that away, while still having to pay Casspi a certain amount, to keep guys like Harangody and Eric around?
On the other hand, he now has an Israeli girlfriend, who apparently isn't keen on leaving Israel. Who knows, maybe that would have some influence.
I doubt that this is true:
- the timing is strange, not just because of the Gee negotiations, but also because Casspi is now playing with the Israeli team and wouldn't want this distraction at this moment in time. If the Cavs reached out, his likely response would be: not now, we'll talk after the Israeli team tournament;
- Casspi's dream was to play in the NBA; it is something he has repeatedly stated for years. Sure, he can get a nice contract in Israel or Europe, but I doubt that is what he wants at this stage of his career. During the lockout, he had some tentative discussions with Israeli and European teams, but he didn't want to do anything which would jeopardize playing in the NBA.
- if he can start the season strong, he may have some value for certain teams in the league, just like Walton's expiring has some value. Would the Cavs throw that away, while still having to pay Casspi a certain amount, to keep guys like Harangody and Eric around?
On the other hand, he now has an Israeli girlfriend, who apparently isn't keen on leaving Israel. Who knows, maybe that would have some influence.
Re: Casspi Assfingers (Buyout?)
Casspi also seems to be very emotional. He's likely taking it hard that this past season went so badly when he felt he just needed a change of scenery and a team oriented system. Plus the Cavs keep bringing in players that potentially bury him further on the bench.
More importantly, Omri is playing for his next contract this season, and if the Cavs retain him, he'll be a RFA ... so from his side of things there's a lot to be said if he can find a team that still thinks he can start, plus if he can lose the RFA status by being released, he can potentially earn a lot more money.
So it wouldn't surprise me in the least if his agent was feeling out the team on a buyout. From the Cavs point of view, I suspect they're happy to give Omri another shot to show what he can do, but they're hardly all in, and might be interested in a buyout if they think he might be a distraction.
Casspi also seems to be very emotional. He's likely taking it hard that this past season went so badly when he felt he just needed a change of scenery and a team oriented system. Plus the Cavs keep bringing in players that potentially bury him further on the bench.
More importantly, Omri is playing for his next contract this season, and if the Cavs retain him, he'll be a RFA ... so from his side of things there's a lot to be said if he can find a team that still thinks he can start, plus if he can lose the RFA status by being released, he can potentially earn a lot more money.
So it wouldn't surprise me in the least if his agent was feeling out the team on a buyout. From the Cavs point of view, I suspect they're happy to give Omri another shot to show what he can do, but they're hardly all in, and might be interested in a buyout if they think he might be a distraction.
Re: Casspi Assfingers (Buyout?)
the Cavs picked up a another stretch 4 in Jon Leuer which makes Omri even less needed
I think having a new Israeli GF and playing in front of the home town fans is more of a attraction for him now
he can say he played in The NBA and enjoy a long career overseas
Good luck to him
the Cavs picked up a another stretch 4 in Jon Leuer which makes Omri even less needed
I think having a new Israeli GF and playing in front of the home town fans is more of a attraction for him now
he can say he played in The NBA and enjoy a long career overseas
Good luck to him
Re: Casspi Assfingers (Buyout?)
From a Hoopsworld chat with their writer Bill Ingram:
Shawn
What kind of vaue do you think the Cavs can get out of Casspi? Maybe a 2nd rounder or late first?
Bill Ingram
Casspi is better than most players available in the late first round of the draft . . .
From a Hoopsworld chat with their writer Bill Ingram:
Shawn
What kind of vaue do you think the Cavs can get out of Casspi? Maybe a 2nd rounder or late first?
Bill Ingram
Casspi is better than most players available in the late first round of the draft . . .
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Re: Casspi Assfingers (Buyout?)
Bill Ingram strikes me as the type of guy who enjoys a nice bottle of scotch.
Bill Ingram strikes me as the type of guy who enjoys a nice bottle of scotch.
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Re: Casspi Assfingers (Buyout?)
From The Bullshit Whisperer:
Source close to situation says Cavs are NOT looking to buy out contract of SF Omri Casspi, reiterating what a source told Plain Dealer.... It appears Cavs will keep Casspi. Much of that depends on Casspi, and whether or not he wants to return overseas. Otherwise, "he's not available" for other NBA teams.
From The Bullshit Whisperer:
Source close to situation says Cavs are NOT looking to buy out contract of SF Omri Casspi, reiterating what a source told Plain Dealer.... It appears Cavs will keep Casspi. Much of that depends on Casspi, and whether or not he wants to return overseas. Otherwise, "he's not available" for other NBA teams.
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Re: Casspi Assfingers (Buyout?)
Or you do. Everything everyone reports is a rumor. None of it is guaranteed fact until deals are signed, and even then most of the details aren't public.
Or you do. Everything everyone reports is a rumor. None of it is guaranteed fact until deals are signed, and even then most of the details aren't public.
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Re: Casspi Assfingers (Buyout?)
Ya Think?
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Ya Think?
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Re: Casspi Assfingers (Buyout?)
This was a john talich reporting. a guy whose has broke several stories over the summer.
The Bullshit Whisperer stated that he had heard rumours earlier in the season that casspri might not want to stay and he did not rush to tweet him until Talich reported it. Most new reports about casspi being bought out made mention of John Talich. fox 8 sports tv reporter when citing their source.
some people on here are condemning The Bullshit Whisperer for actually taking time to talk to people and answer questions. Twitter
Although i agree with you that people need to stop taking admitted rumours as verified news releases.
This was a john talich reporting. a guy whose has broke several stories over the summer.
The Bullshit Whisperer stated that he had heard rumours earlier in the season that casspri might not want to stay and he did not rush to tweet him until Talich reported it. Most new reports about casspi being bought out made mention of John Talich. fox 8 sports tv reporter when citing their source.
some people on here are condemning The Bullshit Whisperer for actually taking time to talk to people and answer questions. Twitter
Although i agree with you that people need to stop taking admitted rumours as verified news releases.
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