Bulls Interested In Walker? <div class="quote_poster">Quote:</div><div class="quote_post">"Informal discussions have taken place between the Celtics and Bulls regarding a sign-and-trade deal involving Mt. Carmel alum Antoine Walker and the Bulls' Antonio Davis."</div> Source I wish I could post more, but when you click the link on hoops hype it re-directs you to a White Sox story instead. I personally do not want Walker why are we going to give Chandler a big pay day to play back up to Walker? If we start Walker at small forward Andre and Deng minutes fall for a player who plays sub par defense, and has been known to put his foot in his mouth.
i like walker, he's a good player, but you are right. it would be tough, but you could shift tyson to center and let walker play pf, tyson is kinda thin though, only if curry leaves. otherwise you could keep tyson coming off the bench, where he thrived last year, i really want to see him start! along with gordon. honestly this trade probably has a zero chance of happening, fun to speculate though.
It's possible that they would let Chandler play the C and move Walker to the PF. Either way, this is a horrible move. Walker is not the type of player the Bulls need. They need a PF like Marshall, but apparently, he's out of their price range.
This would be a setback to the development of the young players and to the chemistry of the team. I warned everyone under the sun back in 2000 that the Bucks bringing in over the hill, locker room cancer Anthony Mason would destroy them. One year later they went from E. Conference Finals to the lottery. Bad move and bad idea to even mention Antoine Walker as a possibility to the Bulls. And as far as Donyell Marshall, he isnt getting too much love as far as dollars go. Don't be so sure that the Chicago offer of the MLE wouldnt be enticing to him. He's been here before, loved it in Chicago, and would be a nice fit with the team, the concept, and taking them to the next step.
can u phone him and find out the latest for us all?? when u state HE`S BEEN HERE BEFORE do u mean that u r currently in chicago or in new jersey or in Green Bay??
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting KICKSDADDY613:</div><div class="quote_post">This would be a setback to the development of the young players and to the chemistry of the team. I warned everyone under the sun back in 2000 that the Bucks bringing in over the hill, locker room cancer Anthony Mason would destroy them. One year later they went from E. Conference Finals to the lottery. Bad move and bad idea to even mention Antoine Walker as a possibility to the Bulls. And as far as Donyell Marshall, he isnt getting too much love as far as dollars go. Don't be so sure that the Chicago offer of the MLE wouldnt be enticing to him. He's been here before, loved it in Chicago, and would be a nice fit with the team, the concept, and taking them to the next step.</div> <div class="quote_poster">Quote:</div><div class="quote_post">Paxson has said the Toronto Raptors' Donyell Marshall likely will be out of the Bulls' price range.</div> suntimes article
<div class="quote_poster">Quote:</div><div class="quote_post">can u phone him and find out the latest for us all?? when u state HE`S BEEN HERE BEFORE do u mean that u r currently in chicago or in new jersey or in Green Bay??</div> Nah, what I meant was, when interveiwed about a posible return to Chicago, Marshall stated he enjoyed his brief stint here a couple years ago, and would be open to a return. He admires what Paxson has done w/ the Bulls and the direction and his place on the team. This is just coming off of things he's been quoted saying. And Banks, Donyell would be out of the Bulls price range, given certain circumstances. A lot depends on who we resign and how much cap space we have. And that's just the start. It also will depend on what Marshall commands on the open market. Currently, yes, he's out of our range. However, if we were to sign and trade Curry, should other teams in the league lowball Marshall, and depending on who we resign to what, it is not out of the realm of Chicago to be able to, in the end, afford him. And, in the chance we could, he would give Chicago a serious look. I know a lot of factors play into us being able to sign him, however, the factors are still there, and it is not that outside the box that a deal couldnt be done.
Well if Eddy Curry does leave Chicago gettin Antoine Walker would only make em better. Walker would bring experience to the team and a go to scorer since they dont really have one other than Ben Gordon.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting holyace2k2:</div><div class="quote_post">othella is the man in chitown</div> lol, I'm suprised he played so well, you guys get the least talented players and make them preform at full potential (Pargo, Othella)
I wouldn't mind The Bulls aquiring Antoine Walker, but if I were a Chicago fan I would much rather hold off on those discussions until Tyson Chandler and Eddy Curry are actually signed, whether that be with The Bulls or elsewhere. Until than I would put a hault on any further talks with The Celtics.
So many people in the running for Toine. I wouldnt want the Bulls getting him if I was a fan. Tyson Chandler and Eddy Curry are much better than 'Toine. Especially with the Young Bulls, they wouldnt want them getting a lot older with Toine.
I wouldnt mind getting him if all we would have to give up is davis, but I think the team should be focusing more on resigning curry and chandler rather then trading for walker.
Im not so sure about the Bulls getting Walker, walker would be an ok addition the only problem is he shoots way to much! He needs to stay inside instead of come out shooting threes and jumpshots which is probably what hes going to do. The Bulls already have people that can hit 3's and consistently make jumpers, which is why i dont think the Bulls need Walker
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting TheTruth5:</div><div class="quote_post">Im not so sure about the Bulls getting Walker, walker would be an ok addition the only problem is he shoots way to much! He needs to stay inside instead of come out shooting threes and jumpshots which is probably what hes going to do. The Bulls already have people that can hit 3's and consistently make jumpers, which is why i dont think the Bulls need Walker</div> I agree with what your saying and you have very good point we do have shooters, but we dont have that powerforward shooter. One that can hit a 3 or long 2 pointer when curry is double teamed. Although I think we should look at marshall or abdur rahim instead of walker even though they probably wont sign with us.
I would go after Walker if I were the Bulls but if the price is Davis I would honestly say no. Davis has his big 14 million dollar contract coming off the books for next off-season and there could be a ton of players that the Bulls can sign with that money. Some free agents in 06' include, Amare Stoudemire, Yao Ming, Nazr Mohammed, Michael Olowokandi, Shaquille O'Neal, Chris Wilcox, Ben Wallace, Nene, Drew Gooden, Al Harrington, Caron Butler, Tim Thomas, and Chris Webber (player option). My suggestion would be to just try to re-sign Curry and Tyson for this season and make a run at one of the top names next season.
Just the latest on this for you guys. Paxson denied rumors he was in trade conversations with the Celtics involving sending Davis to the Celtics in exchange for Walker. Just my thoughts on some points of view in the thread though... <div class="quote_poster">Quoting miamiballa12:</div><div class="quote_post"> I agree with what your saying and you have very good point we do have shooters, but we don't have that powerforward shooter. One that can hit a 3 or long 2 pointer when curry is double teamed. Although I think we should look at marshall or abdur rahim instead of walker even though they probably wont sign with us.</div> If we got Walker he would not provide us with any of that either. He shoots them, but does not make them he has a career three point shooting average of .326 % and a career shooting percentage of .415% from the field neither are good numbers for a power forward. Not only that, but he will be playing outside himself a lot of times he is 14th in the league in shot attempts per 48 minutes (22.37) and is ranked 6th in the league in total turnovers. He does none of the things Paxson looks for in his players. <div class="quote_poster">Quoting J0se:</div><div class="quote_post">Its an upgrade over Othella Harrington</div> In terms of talent yes though fitting into our system he is a big down grade. Like I said before his style of play really does not fit the team if he was a aggressive player who had leadership, and was able to control the game when taking all of these shots I would not mind. Though he is not also he sticks his foot in his mouth constantly, which is something Paxson does not want on the team that much you can see no one on the team last season ever really got into a bind with comments they made. Even when Andre was accused of being a dirty player he took the high road.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting Best Kept Secret:</div><div class="quote_post">Just the latest on this for you guys. Paxson denied rumors he was in trade conversations with the Celtics involving sending Davis to the Celtics in exchange for Walker. Just my thoughts on some points of view in the thread though... If we got Walker he would not provide us with any of that either. He shoots them, but does not make them he has a career three point shooting average of .326 % and a career shooting percentage of .415% from the field neither are good numbers for a power forward. Not only that, but he will be playing outside himself a lot of times he is 14th in the league in shot attempts per 48 minutes (22.37) and is ranked 6th in the league in total turnovers. He does none of the things Paxson looks for in his players. In terms of talent yes though fitting into our system he is a big down grade. Like I said before his style of play really does not fit the team if he was a aggressive player who had leadership, and was able to control the game when taking all of these shots I would not mind. Though he is not also he sticks his foot in his mouth constantly, which is something Paxson does not want on the team that much you can see no one on the team last season ever really got into a bind with comments they made. Even when Andre was accused of being a dirty player he took the high road.</div> yeah i dont think he fits with are style either all he do is shoot and shoot which coach skiles i dont think wants he wants good defensive play and teamwork,the team has bought into skiles's way and walker would just ruin that and i dont think the fans or the bulls want that.
