Hoops Rumors Originals

Here's a look back at the original analysis produced by the Hoops Rumors staff this week..

• The Hoops Rumors iPhone/iPad app is now available!
• Ryan Raroque checked in on the free agent stock of Earl Barron.
• Luke Adams broke down the fallout from the Caron Butler deal.
• I asked Hoops Rumors readers if the Blazers are playoff bound and opinions were more or less split.
• Chuck Myron gave us an update on declined rookie-scale options.
• Luke brings us an update on ten-day contract signees from 2013.
• Chuck examined the impact of playing experience on coaching.
• A four-year, $40MM deal should get it done for Gordon Hayward, Chuck writes.
• Here's a look at free agent spending by division, courtesy of Luke.
• Most of you don't see the Bucks making the playoffs this year.
• Is Tracy McGrady a Hall of Famer?  Looks like we're all on the fence.
• Hoops Rumors readers believe that Jonas Valanciunas and Jeff Green will be the most improved players in the Atlantic Division this year, according to Ryan's poll.
• Alex Lee asked our readers what they expect out of Antawn Jamison in L.A. and most say he'll put up 5-10 points per game.
• How did 2013's restricted free agents fare?

Here's this week's look at the original analysis from the Hoops Rumors staff..

• Chuck Myron examined Derrick Favors as an extension candidate.
• Devin Harris took one of the largest pay cuts from last season to this season, Luke Adams writes.
• Most of you see Jason Collins retiring or playing outside of the NBA next season.
• We've seen more sign-and-trades despite the limits in the newest collective bargaining agreement, Chuck writes.
• Here's an examination of Nikola Pekovic and Larry Sanders' new deals, courtesy of Luke.
• I asked Hoops Rumors readers which of the two remaining available amnestied players they'd rather sign.  Tyrus Thomas edged out Drew Gooden, but not by much.
• Here's the full rundown of the 2013 amnesty victims and their current status.
• Dwight Howard is making the most of any No. 1 overall pick dating back to 1996, per Chuck's list.
• Luke doesn't see Greg Monroe signing an extension.
• Chuck compiled the top 25 new contracts by average annual value.
• Here are the roster counts for 2013/14.
• Luol Deng is the rare veteran eligible for a contract extension that might actually sign one, Chuck writes.
• Chuck found that the NBA's worst teams rarely pull off turnarounds.
• Luke looked at rookie scale extensions and restricted free agents.
• The Warriors own the largest trade exception of anyone.
• Our readers predict that Victor Oladipo will be the Rookie of the Year. 
• Break out your calendar and circle these important dates for the 2013/14 season.
• Here's a refresher on our regular features.
• Follow Hoops Rumors on Facebook, Twitter, and your RSS feed.
• Check out the Hoops Rumors Agency Database.
• Most of you think Chris Paul was the right choice for NBPA president.

Here's a roundup of the original analysis generated by the Hoops Rumors staff this week..

• Luke Adams reflected on how teams have used their mid-level exceptions.
• Chuck Myron examined new contracts with player options.
• Here are some observations on the 2013/14 MLEs, courtesy of Luke.
• Here are the remaining unsigned 2013 draft picks.
• We looked at Eric Bledsoe of the Suns and Paul George of the Pacers as extension candidates. Larry Sanders of the Bucks wound up signing an extension that was close to Chuck's estimate..
• Michael Pina asked if you feel that PED use is prevalent in the NBA.
• We asked you to weigh in on Steve Kerr's proposed changes to the NBA Lottery.
• Luke updated us on the NBA coaching carousel.
• Here's a look at the free agent stock of Antawn Jamison.

Here’s a recap of all the original analysis produced by the Hoops Rumors staff this week..

• Luke Adams examined Eric Bledsoe as an extension candidate.
• Luke looked at the moves the Sixers might make in order to reach the salary floor.  It’s even possible that they won’t add salary in order to reach the minimum as the penalties aren’t terribly severe.
• Chuck Myron found that fewer teams were doling out lucrative one-year deals this summer.
• Here’s a look at the top distributors still left on the open market.
• Chuck gave us a new entry into the Hoops Rumors glossary: the Derrick Rose rule.
• The only question left with Larry Sanders‘ extension is whether he gets a four or five-year pact, Chuck writes.
• Most of you see the Sixers hiring a coach before the Nikola Pekovic situation gets wrapped up.
• Hamed Haddadi is among the top rebounders left in free agency.
• Luke compiled a list of veterans eligible for contract extensions.
• It may surprise you, but veteran Richard Hamilton is among the top scorers left in free agency.
• I asked Hoops Rumors readers to pick out the best non-minimum one-year deal of the summer.
• Here’s a rundown of how free agents have fared by height, courtesy of Chuck.
• We asked if the Heat are still the team to beat in the East.
• The overwhelming majority of you see Doc Rivers as the best Western Conference coaching hire.
• Here’s a refresher on our commenting policy.
• Did you know that you can follow specific players on Hoops Rumors?

Here's a look back at the original reporting and analysis from the Hoops Rumors staff this week..

• I chatted with Andrei Kirilenko about the conspiracy theories surrounding his deal with the Nets.
• Luke Adams examined the best remaining three point shooters on the open market.
• Chuck Myron ran down the signees making the most non-guaranteed money.  Don't spend it all in one place, because you might not get it.
• Here's the highest paid player on each team, courtesy of Luke.
• Opinions are split on whether Andrew Bynum or Greg Oden is the better deal for an injured center.
• Dude, you missed Luke's weekly chat? Again? You know it's at 4pm central on Mondays. Luckily for you, I have the transcript right here.
• Nearly 60% of you said that Mo Williams is the top remaining free agent in Michael Pina's poll.
• Most of you like OKC to win the West.
• Chuck looked at the most and least active teams in free agency.

Here’s a look back at the original analysis created by the Hoops Rumors staff this week..

• Hoops Rumors readers were asked to vote on the worst $40MM+ signings of the summer.
• Chuck Myron recapped the 2013 offseason trades.
• Luke Adams ran down the teams with a hard cap for 2013/14.
• Luke examined some potential destinations for Gustavo Ayon.
• Most of you believe that the Nets took the biggest leap forward of any team this offseason.
• I asked if the new-look Rockets are Finals-bound and most of you said no.
• Chuck ran down each team’s most expensive free agent acquisition this summer.
• Here’s a look at how teams used the bi-annual exception, courtesy of Chuck.
• Most Hoops Rumors readers see the Nets as the most likely threat to the Heat in the East, but the Bulls and Pacers weren’t far behind.
• Here’s a rundown of the regular Hoops Rumors features that you need to be familiar with.
• Did you miss Luke’s weekly chat on Monday at 4pm central?  Really, dude?  Luckily for you, we have the transcript right here.

Here's a roundup of the original analysis produced by the Hoops Rumors staff this week..

• Chuck Myron gave us an update on this summer's restricted free agents.
• Luke Adams broke down the players eligible for rookie-scale extensions.
• Chuck listed the biggest raises given to minimum salary players.  The big winner, of course, is Keith Bogans.
• There's a subtle value in a three-year deal, Chuck explains.
• Luke broke down the 2014 amensty candidates.
• Opinions are split on where Brandon Jennings will land.
• Earlier this week, Luke ran down the latest on some of the more notable available free agents.
• Here's how you can follow Hoops Rumors on every conceivable medium.
• Check out our running list of 2013 Draft signings.
• If you haven't already, check out the Hoops Rumors free agent tracker.

Here's our look back at the original analysis produced by the Hoops Rumors team this week..

• Chuck Myron brought us a roundup of international draft and stash players.
• The Wolves have found a creative way to retain their existing talent while adding new talent, writes Luke Adams.
• Luke ran down the NBA's new max salaries.
• Want a refresher on the amnesty provision?  Luke has you covered.
• Here's a look at this year's tax paying teams.
• Did you miss out on Luke's weekly chat on Monday at 4pm central?  Shame on you.  Fortunately, however, you can get caught up here.
• Here's how you can follow your favorite team via Twitter, Facebook, and RSS.
• Play nice everyone.  Here's our commenting policy.

The Warriors missed out on Dwight Howard but landed a big fish when they inked Andre Iguodala.  While the deal was initially reported as an outright signing, Luke Adams crunched the numbers and found that the Warriors might prefer to do a sign-and-trade, if the Nuggets are cooperative.  Here’s more of this week’s original analysis and reporting from the Hoops Rumors team on a very busy week in basketball..

• Chuck Myron explained the stretch provision.
• Before Howard decided to sign with the Rockets, Luke broke down the cost of a sign-and-trade deal for the Lakers.  For several reasons, it would have been ill-advised for Los Angeles.
• There’s a misconception about the poison pill and Luke set us all straight.
• The majority of Hoops Rumors readers said that Howard would sign with Houston.  Well done.
• Michael Pina asked who the top free agent available was after the top two were off the board and Josh Smith won pretty easily.
• If you missed out on Luke’s July 1st chat, you can get caught up here.

This week, Hoops Rumors wrapped up our 30 team “Offseason Outlook” series, previewing the summer head for everyone in the NBA.  Check out the analysis from Luke Adams, Chuck Myron, and myself as we get set for the July 1st kickoff to free agency.  Here’s more of our original work from the past week..

• Our own Alex Lee compiled the latest version of his mock draft just before Thursday night.
• Chuck looked at the rise and fall of international draftees.
• Luke compiled the list of salaries for the first round players of the 2013 draft.
• If you’ve been following along with the Offseason Outlook series, here are the ones from this past week: Pelicans, Jazz, Timberwolves, Suns, and Spurs.
• Luke updated us on the 2013/14 team and player options.
• Chuck hosted a live chat throughout the draft.
• Here’s how you can follow specific players on Hoops Rumors.
• If you missed Luke’s weekly chat, here’s the transcript.