Fuck. I was actually hoping he might restore some ball-movement. Fitting that we waive one of the better-passing, unselfish big men in the week we sign the ultimate ball-stopper.
he’s in China. I know that because I wanted Faried too and someone on here was kind enough to let me know I’m a dumbass.
To me this signifies that Portland really thought he was going to be ready for the start of the season and simply can't afford to have him taking up a roster spot with Nurk and now Collins hurt.
Noah is perfect, assuming he’s healthy. Plays his ass off every night, defends, rebounds, sets screens, good passer.
I don’t think they would’ve made this move if they weren’t planning on using the spot immediately. They need a center. They’ve been playing Skal out of position and Whiteside only plays when he wants to.
Eh, I don’t think so. He was brought in more as a mentor and mid season spot minutes player. With the player most needing of guidance out for months, may as well just cut roster ties. No way Olshey thought the fossil that is Pau was ready to play early after foot surgery.
I wonder what the protections in his contract were? Maybe if he didn't play after a certain number of games it became non-guaranteed?