[IMGl]http://www.nba.com/media/playerfile/mike_miller.jpg[/IMGl]Mike Miller Position: F-G Born: 02/19/80 Height: 6-8 Weight: 218 lbs So what do you do think about him? Would he be a valuable asset to this team? I for one think he would be a perfect fit to this team. We also see how much Iverson feds off of jump shooters such as Kyle Korver for example, but to have another consistent perimeter shooter around such as Miller would be tremendous. Fist and foremost, he has a very nice touch from the perimeter. Secondly, he could run up and down the floor like any other average player, however most importantly he's been around the ropes a few times. Aside, from his jump shooting ability I think that's another reason why I would want him here. With McKie in the starting lineup it really provided the 76ers with much more then perimeter shooting, his presence alone gave the team an edge. McKie experience and whole veteran aura made this team in a way demand respect. But enough McKie, the fact is that we have too many young guys. It's not like there is anything necessarily wrong with that. But off the bench/starting lineup we have Samuel Dalmbert who is actually in his 2nd year, Willie Green and Kyle Korver which are both in their 2n year and Andre Iguodala is a rookie. While we have veterans like Iverson, I hate to say it but even though he's been in the league like for 9 years he's not very veteran like, but that could always change hopefully. However we do have Marc Jackson and Corliss Williamson who are our core veterans as of right now. But McKie and Robinson absence it really hurt this team as far experience goes. So with Mike Miller on the squad not only does it bring some consistent scoring but it also comes with a little experience as well. Mike Miller isn't really considered a veteran but he's been around the ropes a few times and knows more than a lot of our young guys. Lastly, I?m still content with this roster and don?t think that I believe this ?sucks? or anything. I know that they?re are indeed a work in progress, but I can?t just bare the fact they?re losing right now even though they may blossom later on. But this is just a suggestion. So would you guys like Mike Miller here, or should the 76ers simply look to get more size?
I think the Sixers should try to get more size, they don't need another guard/forward, (Salmons, Iguodala, Korver, Green, McKie, Iverson, and Ollie.) If you look back on our finals run in 01' our style was ran through Iverson and Mutombo (Theo for half a year) was the #2 option to score with Iverson. Plus it would also depend on who we would give up for Mike Miller, I wouldn't give Green, Iguodala, Iverson or Dalembert for him, maybe Big Dog?
I dont know if Mike Miller would help the Sixers much.He is a solid outside shooter, but other then that he doesnt do well in any other particular areas. Throughout his career he seems inconsistant imo, he has experience yet he wouldnt be able to contribute that to the Sixers.The only thing that makes him valuble or worth trading for is his ability to score the basketball, but I do admit the Sixers need another scorer now. Right now I would just keep Glenn and let him/make him play off the bench.Some may say he is a cancer, but I get real creative when I see how much cap space the Sixers will have this offseason, when we can get his huge contract of are hands.
If I were Philadelphia I would go after him. Why wait for Korver and Igoudala to develop when you have a solid second option right in front of you? Miller is an overall better shooter than Korver and can be a huge option when Iverson penetrates. Teams can't double because they know that they have a weapon behind the arc so that will give AI all the isolation he needs to score.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting mrj18:</div><div class="quote_post">If I were Philadelphia I would go after him. Why wait for Korver and Igoudala to develop when you have a solid second option right in front of you? Miller is an overall better shooter than Korver and can be a huge option when Iverson penetrates. Teams can't double because they know that they have a weapon behind the arc so that will give AI all the isolation he needs to score.</div> Thats true,but dont you think a playe named Glenn Robinson has the same ability?Thats why I dont want Mike Miller in Philly, because him and Robinson are similar.Why trade for him if we have a veteran player who is better.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting Silky Smooth:</div><div class="quote_post">Thats true,but dont you think a playe named Glenn Robinson has the same ability?Thats why I dont want Mike Miller in Philly, because him and Robinson are similar.Why trade for him if we have a veteran player who is better.</div> Robinson is old and Glenn Robinson I don't think he's an overall better shooter than Miller. His mid-range shot is good but, Miller has that the 3 to shoot from very well. Miller is a decent as bad a defender as Robinson. Think of him like Kyle Korver with handle, a better overall shot, athleticism, and more quickness.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting mrj18:</div><div class="quote_post">If I were Philadelphia I would go after him. Why wait for Korver and Igoudala to develop when you have a solid second option right in front of you? Miller is an overall better shooter than Korver and can be a huge option when Iverson penetrates. Teams can't double because they know that they have a weapon behind the arc so that will give AI all the isolation he needs to score.</div> Part of what you're saying is true, but I wouldn't agree with Miller is a better shooter than Korver. and yea we already tried glenn robinson
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting iversonfan3:</div><div class="quote_post">Part of what you're saying is true, but I wouldn't agree with Miller is a better shooter than Korver. and yea we already tried glenn robinson</div> Korver is only a good 3point shooter. His midrange game isn't that good. Korver last year shot 39% from 3 but, has a 35%fg. He can't create his own shot so that really makes it hard for him. Miller and Robinson do not play the same way although they might have similar shots. And because one player doesn't happen to fit into the system perfectly, it might just be that player. Robinson isn't a good fit but, that doesn't mean Miller won't be. A break with Miller and Iverson will be very effective.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting mrj18:</div><div class="quote_post">Korver is only a good 3point shooter. His midrange game isn't that good. Korver last year shot 39% from 3 but, has a 35%fg. He can't create his own shot so that really makes it hard for him. Miller and Robinson do not play the same way although they might have similar shots. And because one player doesn't happen to fit into the system perfectly, it might just be that player. Robinson isn't a good fit but, that doesn't mean Miller won't be. A break with Miller and Iverson will be very effective.</div> Well....Korver improved a lot in the summer, and now hes taking more shots from inside the arc if I'm not mistaked. Just a bit more. I don't see Milller fit in with Iverson just because he seems like Harpring without the aggresiveness
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting mrj18:</div><div class="quote_post">If I were Philadelphia I would go after him. Why wait for Korver and Igoudala to develop when you have a solid second option right in front of you? Miller is an overall better shooter than Korver and can be a huge option when Iverson penetrates. Teams can't double because they know that they have a weapon behind the arc so that will give AI all the isolation he needs to score.</div> I think Korver is a better shotter than Miller, Miller hasn't shown that much since coming to Memphis.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting Need4Sheed:</div><div class="quote_post">I think Korver is a better shotter than Miller, Miller hasn't shown that much since coming to Memphis.</div> Memphis is loaded with weapons. Everyones scoring is going to go down like that because they're so many options. Korver looks like a better shooter because he can hit the three very well but, that isn't the only shot on the court. It says some thing when your field goal percentage is less than your 3% Korver shot 39% last year and 35 from the field. Miller has an overall good shot everywhere on the court. In addition Korver can't create his own shot. He needs to be setup by players for him to be effective. Miller has great bulk, good shot, and pretty decent handle. I can't see how he won't be very beneficial to this club.
I personally would not care much for Miller he always seems to be injured and we have enough of injury prone players on this team. We need a guy who can be a consistant perimeter threat and a healthy one. A player I would really like to try and go after possibly if we are looking for a perimeter threat is Jon barry.
John Barry will be a good role player but, If we're looking for a second option Miller is the one. Although he is somewhat injury prone the overall positives about him definitely outweigh the bad.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting mrj18:</div><div class="quote_post">John Barry will be a good role player but, If we're looking for a second option Miller is the one. Although he is somewhat injury prone the overall positives about him definitely outweigh the bad.</div> I still would not be to intent on trying to aquire Miller. He was a second option in Orlando and the Magic never really did better than a 7th seed in the playoffs. Now looking at the past second options we have tryed aquiring Robinson the most recent they where all good second options, but there injuries cost us especially in the case of Robinson.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting Pure Skillz:</div><div class="quote_post">I still would not be to intent on trying to aquire Miller. He was a second option in Orlando and the Magic never really did better than a 7th seed in the playoffs. Now looking at the past second options we have tryed aquiring Robinson the most recent they where all good second options, but there injuries cost us especially in the case of Robinson.</div> Other than McGrady, help was a major concern for them. Miller proved he was decent winning the rookie of the year. Although it was a weak class, he still was able to take the votes. Miller's injuries is a concern but, with Iguodala and co. they will be fine. This trade is somewhat risky but, it shouldn't be shunned. I can understand the concerns of the Sixer fans.
I dont like Mike Miller. I feel that there is a better deal out there some where. I would go for a big man personally as CourtKing said. We are cloged up at the swingman spot. No need for another one. I do however think that Mike Miller will work in Jim O Brians offense. OUr team in general just doeesn't need him. I would like to make a dfeal with the Knicks involving Kurt Thomas. I think Kurt is the kind of guy the Sixers need. The Knicks would probably give him up for Glenn and Kenny and then maybe we throw in a scrub such as Kedrick Brown and they throw in a scrub(Jerome Williams?) I dont know thats who I think we should go for. Mike Miller isnt that bad of an option thouigh just not the best one.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting Ace2k2:</div><div class="quote_post">I dont like Mike Miller. I feel that there is a better deal out there some where. I would go for a big man personally as CourtKing said. We are cloged up at the swingman spot. No need for another one. I do however think that Mike Miller will work in Jim O Brians offense. OUr team in general just doeesn't need him. I would like to make a dfeal with the Knicks involving Kurt Thomas. I think Kurt is the kind of guy the Sixers need. The Knicks would probably give him up for Glenn and Kenny and then maybe we throw in a scrub such as Kedrick Brown and they throw in a scrub(Jerome Williams?) I dont know thats who I think we should go for. Mike Miller isnt that bad of an option thouigh just not the best one.</div> First of all the Knicks will not make any deal like that. Defense is one of the things that we lack and Kurt Thomas is one of our best defenders. Kurt Thomas is our MVP of the season so far and to trade him for the Sixers unwanteds will not happen. Atleast it wont happen if Isiah is in his right mind. Also Jerome Williams is not a scrub. I have no idea how you came up with that conclusion but, it is 100% wrong. Jerome is our best defender and our best role player. He will definitely not go in the deal. The Sixers have nothing that will interest the Knicks.
Nazr is playing great lately, maybe the deal involoving him is still on the table? We need more prescense in the post right now, are only down low scoring options are Marc Jackson and Kenny Thomas.
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting Silky Smooth:</div><div class="quote_post">Nazr is playing great lately, maybe the deal involoving him is still on the table? We need more prescense in the post right now, are only down low scoring options are Marc Jackson and Kenny Thomas.</div> Again the Sixers have nothing interesting to offer the Knicks. The Knicks will only trade a player playing well and seems to be fitting in well for equal or more value which they will not recieve.
In my opinion, Mike Miller is another Keith Van Horn. He disappears at crunch time. He is a very good shot but only when it doesn't matter and he is not tough. The Sixers do not need him. Korver is a better shooter and is tougher on defense. Korver also rebounds the basketball. He is just a better all around player than Miller.
