Poll: Should The Cavs Move Varejao?
Anderson Varejao is having an outstanding season for the Cleveland Cavaliers, averaging 15.1 PPG and 15.3 RPG. It has been reported that, should the Cavs decide to move the 30-year-old Brazilian, he would likely be the most sought-after player on the trade market. The return the Cavs could get for Varejao could be substantial, meaning there may be a major incentive to move him if they can surround Kyrie Irving and Dion Waiters with more young talent. However, some believe he is valued too highly within the Cleveland organization to move at this time.
What do you think? Would it be smart for the Cavs to look into a Varejao trade? Vote in the poll and weigh in with what you think a package could look like in the comments.
HoopsRumors Originals: 11/26/12 – 12/2/12
A look back at the original content created by the staff of HoopsRumors.com this past week:
- HoopsRumors' Offseason in Review series continued with looks at the Lakers, Clippers, Kings, Suns, and Warriors.
- A look at the roster moves the Mavericks have made since the season started, and their financial implications.
- A list of players cut during NBA training camps who are currently on D-League rosters.
- A transcript of HoopsRumors' weekly reader chat.
Odds & Ends: Popovich, Lopez, Wizards, Bucks
The latest news from around the NBA on Friday evening:
- CBSSports.com's Ken Berger reports that the NBA is considering instituting a new policy on resting players following Gregg Popovich's controversial decision on Thursday.
- Howard Beck of the New York Times writes that Brook Lopez' foot is not seriously injured, despite indications to the contrary.
- The New York Times' Dan Duggan writes that the Wizards are trying to put their horrific start to the season behind them.
- Charles F. Gardner of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports that the Bucks have still not set a time for Luc Mbah a Moute's return.
- Sam Amico of FoxSportsOhio.com writes that Hawks GM Danny Ferry has turned the team around faster than expected.
- Mary Schmitt Boyer of the Plain Dealer writes that Cavs rookie Kevin Jones is not expected to find his way into the rotation anytime soon.
Timberwolves Notes: Rubio, Injuries
The latest news and notes around the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday evening:
- Ricky Rubio is expected to practice with the Wolves for the first time on December 1, reports Ray Richardson of the St. Paul Pioneer Press.
- Wolves coach Rick Adelman tells Richardson that the team is not clear on Rubio's conditioning.
- Adelman told reporters that the many injuries to his players this season would prevent him from taking after Gregg Popovich and resting healthy starters.
Western Notes: Gasol, Lillard, Williams, Mavs
The latest news and notes around the Western Conference on Friday evening:
- Robert Silverman of the New York Times wonders what sort of return the Lakers could get if they decided to trade Pau Gasol.
- Nicole Auerbach of USA Today has a feature on Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard and the impact he is having on other players hoping to make it to the NBA from mid-major schools.
- HoopsWorld.com's Bill Ingram thinks it's too early for the Timberwolves to give up on Derrick Williams.
- Ingram also thinks the Mavericks will be able to get a couple more high-level seasons out of Dirk Nowitzki.
- John Reid of the Times-Picayune writes that Hornets coach Monty Williams is urging guard Brian Roberts to shoot more.
Latest On Seattle Arena Plans
The Associated Press reports (link via ESPN.com) that investor Chris Hansen has released a set of preliminary design plans for a new arena to be built in Seattle, which he hopes to have occupied by an NBA team.
According to the report, Hansen has offered three possible design plans for the arena. The city's design review board is expected to review the released plans on December 11.
Funding for a new multi-purpose arena capable of hosting NBA and NHL teams was approved by the city of Seattle on October 15. NBA commissioner David Stern is known to strongly desire an NBA return to Seattle, which has been without a team since the SuperSonics moved to Oklahoma City in 2008.
Week In Review: 11/19/12 – 11/25/12
A look back at the news of the week:
- The Sixers have ruled Andrew Bynum out indefinitely with continued knee problems. GM Tony DiLeo reportedly has a contingency plan in place if Bynum continues to miss time.
- Former Mavericks star Michael Finley is attempting a comeback, though he has drawn little interest from teams thus far.
- The Spurs signed James Anderson to fill the hole left by injuries to Stephen Jackson and Kawhi Leonard.
- The Spurs also recalled Cory Joseph from the D-League.
- The Hornets agreed to a buyout with guard Matt Carroll, whom they acquired from Charlotte last week for Hakim Warrick.
- Brandon Roy revealed that his knees have reached Level III arthritis, and he is considering retirement if the condition does not improve.
- The Celtics waived center Darko Milicic at his request, as he returns to Europe to be with his ill mother.
- The Cavs announced that Kyrie Irving is expected to miss four weeks with a broken finger.
- Tyrus Thomas, meanwhile, is out two months for the Bobcats.
- After two strong performances in the D-League, the Rockets recalled Donatas Motiejunas.
- The Jazz sent Kevin Murphy to the D-League.
- The Thunder assigned DeAndre Liggins and Daniel Orton to the D-League.
- The Pacers assigned rookies Miles Plumlee and Orlando Johnson to the D-League.
- Gary Forbes signed to play in China.
- Ryan Gomes, meanwhile, is headed to Germany.
Heat Notes: Chalmers, Miller, Allen, Lewis
At 10-3, the defending champion Miami Heat own the best record in the Eastern Conference. Here are the latest notes and rumors surrounding the team on Sunday afternoon:
- Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel wonders whether the Heat will pick up the $4MM option on guard Mario Chalmers' contract for next season.
- Winderman also notes that Mike Miller is likely to be waived at some point using the amnesty clause.
- Winderman writes that the Heat's decision to use Ray Allen as a sixth man is paying off for the team.
- Signed for the veteran's minimum, it was unknown what kind of contribution Rashard Lewis would make to the Heat, but Winderman says that he has been a valuable part of Miami's rotation thus far.
- Jeff Zillgett of USA Today notes that Udonis Haslem is the first undrafted player ever to lead his team in rebounding this season.
HoopsRumors Originals: 11/19/12 – 11/25/12
A look back at the original content created by the HoopsRumors staff over the past week:
- A list of all of HoopsRumors' features on one convenient page.
- HoopsRumors' Offseason in Review series continued this week with entries on the Bucks, Pacers, Bulls, Cavs, Pistons, Knicks and Celtics.
- A list of picks from the 2013 NBA Draft that have been traded.
- A list of teams who are subjected to the hard cap of the new CBA.
Atlantic Notes: Shumpert, Sixers, Celtics
The latest news and notes from around the Atlantic Division:
- The Knicks could use Iman Shumpert and Amare Stoudemire in their lineup, writes Marc Berman of the New York Post.
- Jrue Holiday, who signed a four-year extension last month, is so far rewarding the confidence the Sixers showed in him, observes John Mitchell of the Philadelphia Inquirer.
- John Rohde of the Oklahoman catches up with former Thunder guard Royal Ivey, now with the Sixers.
- Mark Murphy of the Boston Herald writes that Celtics rookie forward Jared Sullinger is motivated by his slide out of the draft lottery.
- The Boston Herald also catches up with Glen Davis, who finds Magic coach Jacque Vaughn a nice change of pace from the Celtics' Doc Rivers.