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Poll: Should Suns Re-Hire Mike D’Antoni?

January 4th, 2016 at 7:55pm CST by Eddie Scarito

According to a report by Marc Stein of ESPN.com, people within the coaching community believe that the Suns will make Mike D’Antoni a candidate for their head coaching job should it come open in the near future. D’Antoni, who recently returned to the NBA as the lead assistant for the Sixers, took Phoenix to consecutive Western Conference Finals during a solid run as Suns head coach from 2003-08. The 64-year-old went 253-136 in the regular season and 26-25 in the playoffs during his time as head coach of the Suns, and he won the NBA’s Coach of the Year award in his first full season in charge of the team.

D’Antoni recently described himself as “happy as heck” to be back in coaching with the Sixers after a sabbatical that lasted about a year and a half following his resignation from the Lakers in the spring of 2014. The offensive-minded coach didn’t enjoy the same success in L.A. or during his time with the Knicks as he did with Phoenix, and he’s gone a combined 202-290 in regular season games and 0-8 in the postseason at his other head-coaching stops in the NBA. D’Antoni had told Ramona Shelburne of ESPNLosAngeles.com back in 2012 that he regretted leaving the Suns to take the job in New York, a departure that Shelburne heard was a mutual decision between D’Antoni and the Phoenix organization.

Phoenix’s recent troubles reportedly put current head coach Jeff Hornacek on the hot seat, though the team decided to fire a pair of assistants instead of Hornacek last week. With the Suns having made significant financial commitments to guards Eric Bledsoe and Brandon Knight, perhaps bringing back D’Antoni, whose offense is geared toward maximizing the production of point guards, can revitalize the floundering organization. But what say you? Would a return to Phoenix by D’Antoni allow the franchise to rise from its current doldrums, or should the organization look to go in a different direction should Hornacek be let go? Cast your vote below and then take to the comments section to continue the discussion. We look forward to what you have to say.

Should the Suns Re-Hire Mike D'Antoni as Head Coach?

Absolutely. He's just what the franchise needs. 34.73% (166 votes)

No. The franchise should give Jeff Hornacek another season to prove himself. 33.05% (158 votes)

No way. The team needs to go in a different direction. 32.22% (154 votes)

Total Votes: 478

Poll: Biggest NBA Transaction of 2015?

January 1st, 2016 at 12:50pm CST by Eddie Scarito

While 2015 saw no truly earth-shattering trades or signings take place that altered the landscape of the NBA forever, quite a few notable players changed uniforms and locales. With it being the first day of the new year, and allow me to pause a moment to wish all of of you a Happy New Year, we decided to ask our readers what the biggest transaction of the past calendar year was.

We pared down the list to what we felt were the 12 most important transactions of the past year, one for each month on the calendar. There were certainly quite a few more deals, signings and draft picks than could realistically be included in a poll, so apologies to anyone who feels slighted by a particular omission. Listed below, in no particular order of significance, are the 2015 NBA trades, signings and draft picks that we are submitting for your consideration. Review the list and cast your vote for which you believe to have been the most important to the league, player or team. Or you can simply go with which was your favorite move, the ball is in your court.

The Heat acquiring Goran Dragic and Zoran Dragic from the Suns, with Phoenix receiving John Salmons from the Pelicans and Danny Granger from the Heat, and New Orleans acquiring Norris Cole, Shawne Williams, Justin Hamilton and cash considerations from Miami. Phoenix also received Miami’s 2017 first-round pick (top seven protected) and Miami’s unprotected 2021 first-round pick as part of the deal.
The Pistons acquiring Reggie Jackson from the Thunder, with OKC receiving Enes Kanter and Steve Novak from the Jazz and D.J. Augustin and Kyle Singler from Detroit, and Utah landing Grant Jerrett, the rights to Tibor Pleiss, Kendrick Perkins and a future first-round pick from Oklahoma City, as well as a 2017 second-round pick from the Pistons.
The Knicks selecting Kristaps Porzingis with the No. 4 overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft.
The Bucks signing Greg Monroe to a three-year, maximum-salary contract.
The Spurs signing LaMarcus Aldridge to a four-year, maximum salary deal.
Anthony Davis inking a five-year, maximum salary extension with the Pelicans.
The Suns acquiring Brandon Knight and Kendall Marshall from the Bucks, Milwaukee receiving Tyler Ennis and Miles Plumlee from the Suns, plus Michael Carter-Williams from the Sixers, and Philly nabbing the Lakers’ top-5 protected 2015 first-round pick from Phoenix.
The Mavericks signing Wesley Matthews to a four-year, maximum salary contract.
Jimmy Butler re-signing with the Bulls for five years and nearly $92.34MM.
The Spurs re-signing Kawhi Leonard to a max deal for five years.
The Cavaliers acquiring Timofey Mozgov from the Nuggets in exchange for the Grizzlies’ 2015 first-round pick and the Thunder’s 2015 first-round pick.
The Clippers re-signing DeAndre Jordan to a four-year, maximum salary contract.

What Was the Biggest NBA Transaction of 2015?

Spurs signing LaMarcus Aldridge 36.60% (209 votes)

Knicks selecting Kristaps Porzingis in 2015 NBA Draft 17.51% (100 votes)

Pistons acquiring Reggie Jackson/Thunder landing Enes Kanter 9.28% (53 votes)

Anthony Davis signing extension with Pelicans 7.88% (45 votes)

Spurs re-signing Kawhi Leonard 7.71% (44 votes)

Clippers re-signing DeAndre Jordan 6.65% (38 votes)

Bucks signing Greg Monroe 3.15% (18 votes)

Jimmy Butler re-signing with Bulls 2.98% (17 votes)

Cavs acquiring Timofey Mozgov 2.98% (17 votes)

Suns Acquiring Brandon Knight/Bucks landing Michael Carter-Williams 2.63% (15 votes)

Heat acquiring Goran Dragic 1.40% (8 votes)

Mavs signing Wesley Matthews 1.23% (7 votes)

Total Votes: 571

Poll: Which Player Is Likeliest To Sign A Max Deal?

December 28th, 2015 at 11:25am CST by Eddie Scarito

On Sunday, Hoops Rumors’ Chuck Myron ran down the list of some of the top free agents for next season and categorized them by the maximum salary bands in which they’ll fall. The first group that he looked at were those players eligible for the 25% max, which came in at $16,407,500 for this year, and is projected to surge to $20.4MM this coming offseason. Here’s the list of players falling into this salary range:

Harrison Barnes (restricted)
Kent Bazemore
Bradley Beal (restricted)
Andre Drummond (restricted)
Festus Ezeli (restricted)
Evan Fournier (restricted)
Terrence Jones (restricted)
Donatas Motiejunas (restricted)
Timofey Mozgov
Chandler Parsons (player option)
Jared Sullinger (restricted)
Dion Waiters (restricted)
Hassan Whiteside

Though many of these players are unlikely to land maximum salary deals, it will certainly be a figure bandied about for many of them by their agents during contract negotiations. It should also be noted that restricted free agents may have a more difficult time than unrestricted ones in ascending to this income level since their current teams will have the opportunity to match any offer sheet inked by the players, provided a qualifying offer is proffered. Many teams shy away from pursuing restricted free agents because of the cap hold associated with these offer sheets, and the likelihood of the player’s original team matching said contract offer is often enough to depress a player’s market slightly. That isn’t always the case, and the significantly beefed-up cap projection for coming seasons may alter how teams view and approach these types of free agents going forward.

But what say you? Looking at the list of players above, who do you believe is the likeliest to land a maximum salary deal this coming offseason? Cast your vote below and feel free to expand on the discussion in the comments section. We look forward to what you have to say.

Which Player Is Most Likely To Sign A Max Deal This Offseason?

Andre Drummond 67.02% (811 votes)

Hassan Whiteside 12.23% (148 votes)

Bradley Beal 7.52% (91 votes)

Harrison Barnes 6.61% (80 votes)

Chandler Parsons 1.82% (22 votes)

Timofey Mozgov 1.24% (15 votes)

Kent Bazemore 1.07% (13 votes)

Jared Sullinger 0.83% (10 votes)

Evan Fournier 0.50% (6 votes)

Dion Waiters 0.50% (6 votes)

Festus Ezeli 0.25% (3 votes)

Donatas Motiejunas 0.25% (3 votes)

Terrence Jones 0.17% (2 votes)

Total Votes: 1,210

Poll: Will The Warriors Win 34 Straight?

November 27th, 2015 at 1:33pm CST by Eddie Scarito

The Warriors appear to be an unstoppable juggernaut this season after rattling off 16 straight victories. That mark is the best start to a season in NBA history and the team shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. Golden State’s next mark to set its sights on is the 33 straight wins notched by the 1971/72 Lakers, a record that doesn’t appear out of reach judging by how well the team is playing. The Warriors have won 20 straight regular-season games dating back to last season, which means that the team needs 13 more victories to tie the record and 14 wins to be able to make history.

Warriors superstar Stephen Curry admitted to reporters (h/t to Diamond Leung of The Bay Area News Group) that he and his teammates are well aware of the 33 straight wins benchmark, saying, “We talk about 33. I think I’ve probably talked about it more than anybody else on the team, just because I know about the history and just really how hard it is. We’ve had like two 16-game winning streaks the last two years, and those are pretty special feats. For us to have to double that output, I mean we’re going to play hard and hopefully close in on that record, but it won’t be a disappointing effort if we don’t get there. Because there are so many talented teams in this league and for us to just be playing at a high level right now, that’s what we’re worried about. And if we close in and get to 29, 30 games, we’ll talk about it a little bit more.”

It will take more than just skill to break this record, as the team will need to remain healthy and continue shooting the ball as successfully as they have been. Neither are sure bets, especially given some of the talented teams that stand between the Warriors and history. But what say you? Will the Warriors be able to win 14 more games in a row and shatter the mark, or is it something that is likely out of reach? Cast your vote below and don’t be shy about voicing your opinions in the comments section. We look forward to what you have to say.

Will the Warriors Break the Consecutive Wins Record?

Not a chance. 57.08% (363 votes)

Absolutely. 42.92% (273 votes)

Total Votes: 636

Poll: 2015/16 Team Power Rankings (No. 2)

October 29th, 2015 at 6:15pm CST by Eddie Scarito

The NBA regular season is now underway and teams have now completed the process of setting down their regular season rosters. Every new season brings with it the hope for each franchise that it will conclude with the hoisting of the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy. But for the more jaded fans — or practical, depending on your outlook — not every team has a realistic shot at making the playoffs, much less at being the last team standing when all is said and done and the playoffs have concluded.

We at Hoops Rumors want to know what you, the reader, think about each team’s chances this season. To help facilitate that, we’ve been posting a series of polls asking you to vote on where in the standings each franchise is likely to end the season. So please cast your vote below for the franchise you expect to end the season with the 2nd best overall record. But don’t end your involvement with the simple click of a button. Take to the comments section below to share your thoughts and opinions on why you voted the way that you did. We look forward to what you have to say.

Previous Selections:

No. 30: 76ers
No. 29: Knicks
No. 28: Nuggets
No. 27: Lakers
No. 26: Nets
No. 25: Timberwolves
No. 24: Trail Blazers
No. 23: Magic
No. 22: Pistons
No. 21: Kings
No. 20: Hornets
No. 19: Jazz
No. 18: Suns
No. 17: Celtics
No. 16: Pacers
No. 15: Mavericks
No. 14 Bucks
No. 13: Pelicans
No. 12: Raptors
No. 11: Heat
No. 10: Wizards
No. 9: Hawks
No. 8: Bulls
No. 7: Grizzlies
No. 6: Rockets
No. 5: Clippers
No. 4: Thunder
No. 3: Spurs

The No. 2 Ranked Team For the 2015/16 Season Is...

Cavaliers 66.67% (348 votes)

Warriors 33.33% (174 votes)

Total Votes: 522

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Poll: 2015/16 Team Power Rankings (No. 3)

October 28th, 2015 at 7:31pm CST by Eddie Scarito

The NBA regular season is now underway and teams have now completed the process of setting down their regular season rosters. Every new season brings with it the hope for each franchise that it will conclude with the hoisting of the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy. But for the more jaded fans — or practical, depending on your outlook — not every team has a realistic shot at making the playoffs, much less at being the last team standing when all is said and done and the playoffs have concluded.

We at Hoops Rumors want to know what you, the reader, think about each team’s chances this season. To help facilitate that, we’ve been posting a series of polls asking you to vote on where in the standings each franchise is likely to end the season. So please cast your vote below for the franchise you expect to end the season with the 3rd best overall record. But don’t end your involvement with the simple click of a button. Take to the comments section below to share your thoughts and opinions on why you voted the way that you did. We look forward to what you have to say.

Previous Selections:

No. 30: 76ers
No. 29: Knicks
No. 28: Nuggets
No. 27: Lakers
No. 26: Nets
No. 25: Timberwolves
No. 24: Trail Blazers
No. 23: Magic
No. 22: Pistons
No. 21: Kings
No. 20: Hornets
No. 19: Jazz
No. 18: Suns
No. 17: Celtics
No. 16: Pacers
No. 15: Mavericks
No. 14 Bucks
No. 13: Pelicans
No. 12: Raptors
No. 11: Heat
No. 10: Wizards
No. 9: Hawks
No. 8: Bulls
No. 7: Grizzlies
No. 6: Rockets
No. 5: Clippers
No. 4: Thunder

The No. 3 Ranked Team For the 2015/16 Season Is...

Spurs 44.44% (196 votes)

Cavaliers 42.63% (188 votes)

Warriors 12.93% (57 votes)

Total Votes: 441

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Poll: 2015/16 Team Power Rankings (No. 4)

October 27th, 2015 at 7:10pm CST by Eddie Scarito

The NBA regular season is set to tip off, and teams have now completed the process of setting down their regular season rosters. Every new season brings with it the hope for each franchise that it will conclude with the hoisting of the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy. But for the more jaded fans — or practical, depending on your outlook — not every team has a realistic shot at making the playoffs, much less at being the last team standing when all is said and done and the playoffs have concluded.

We at Hoops Rumors want to know what you, the reader, think about each team’s chances this coming campaign. To help facilitate that, we’ll be posting a series of polls asking you to vote on where in the standings each franchise is likely to end the season. So please cast your vote below for the franchise you expect to end the season with the 4th best overall record. But don’t end your involvement with the simple click of a button. Take to the comments section below to share your thoughts and opinions on why you voted the way that you did. We look forward to what you have to say.

Previous Selections:

No. 30: 76ers
No. 29: Knicks
No. 28: Nuggets
No. 27: Lakers
No. 26: Nets
No. 25: Timberwolves
No. 24: Trail Blazers
No. 23: Magic
No. 22: Pistons
No. 21: Kings
No. 20: Hornets
No. 19: Jazz
No. 18: Suns
No. 17: Celtics
No. 16: Pacers
No. 15: Mavericks
No. 14 Bucks
No. 13: Pelicans
No. 12: Raptors
No. 11: Heat
No. 10: Wizards
No. 9: Hawks
No. 8: Bulls
No. 7: Grizzlies
No. 6: Rockets
No. 5: Clippers

The No. 4 Ranked Team For the 2015/16 Season Is...

Thunder 55.80% (332 votes)

Spurs 19.16% (114 votes)

Cavaliers 18.15% (108 votes)

Warriors 6.89% (41 votes)

Total Votes: 595

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Poll: 2015/16 Team Power Rankings (No. 5)

October 23rd, 2015 at 8:29pm CST by Eddie Scarito

The NBA preseason is winding down, and teams are now in the process of paring down their preseason rosters. Every new season brings with it the hope for each franchise that it will conclude with the hoisting of the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy. But for the more jaded fans — or practical, depending on your outlook — not every team has a realistic shot at making the playoffs, much less at being the last team standing when all is said and done and the playoffs have concluded.

We at Hoops Rumors want to know what you, the reader, think about each team’s chances this coming campaign. To help facilitate that, we’ll be posting a series of polls asking you to vote on where in the standings each franchise is likely to end the season. So please cast your vote below for the franchise you expect to end the season with the 5th best overall record. But don’t end your involvement with the simple click of a button. Take to the comments section below to share your thoughts and opinions on why you voted the way that you did. We look forward to what you have to say.

Previous Selections:

No. 30: 76ers
No. 29: Knicks
No. 28: Nuggets
No. 27: Lakers
No. 26: Nets
No. 25: Timberwolves
No. 24: Trail Blazers
No. 23: Magic
No. 22: Pistons
No. 21: Kings
No. 20: Hornets
No. 19: Jazz
No. 18: Suns
No. 17: Celtics
No. 16: Pacers
No. 15: Mavericks
No. 14 Bucks
No. 13: Pelicans
No. 12: Raptors
No. 11: Heat
No. 10: Wizards
No. 9: Hawks
No. 8: Bulls
No. 7: Grizzlies
No. 6: Rockets

The No. 5 Ranked Team For the 2015/16 Season Is...

Clippers 47.51% (181 votes)

Thunder 32.28% (123 votes)

Cavaliers 10.24% (39 votes)

Spurs 7.09% (27 votes)

Warriors 2.89% (11 votes)

Total Votes: 381

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Poll: 2015/16 Team Power Rankings (No. 6)

October 22nd, 2015 at 9:12pm CST by Eddie Scarito

The NBA preseason is winding down, and teams are now in the process of paring down their preseason rosters. Every new season brings with it the hope for each franchise that it will conclude with the hoisting of the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy. But for the more jaded fans — or practical, depending on your outlook — not every team has a realistic shot at making the playoffs, much less at being the last team standing when all is said and done and the playoffs have concluded.

We at Hoops Rumors want to know what you, the reader, think about each team’s chances this coming campaign. To help facilitate that, we’ll be posting a series of polls asking you to vote on where in the standings each franchise is likely to end the season. So please cast your vote below for the franchise you expect to end the season with the 6th best overall record. But don’t end your involvement with the simple click of a button. Take to the comments section below to share your thoughts and opinions on why you voted the way that you did. We look forward to what you have to say.

Previous Selections:

No. 30: 76ers
No. 29: Knicks
No. 28: Nuggets
No. 27: Lakers
No. 26: Nets
No. 25: Timberwolves
No. 24: Trail Blazers
No. 23: Magic
No. 22: Pistons
No. 21: Kings
No. 20: Hornets
No. 19: Jazz
No. 18: Suns
No. 17: Celtics
No. 16: Pacers
No. 15: Mavericks
No. 14 Bucks
No. 13: Pelicans
No. 12: Raptors
No. 11: Heat
No. 10: Wizards
No. 9: Hawks
No. 8: Bulls
No. 7: Grizzlies

The No. 6 Ranked Team For the 2015/16 Season Is...

Rockets 38.65% (218 votes)

Clippers 28.19% (159 votes)

Thunder 21.28% (120 votes)

Cavaliers 5.85% (33 votes)

Spurs 4.26% (24 votes)

Warriors 1.77% (10 votes)

Total Votes: 564

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Poll: 2015/16 Team Power Rankings (No. 7)

October 21st, 2015 at 8:20pm CST by Eddie Scarito

The NBA preseason has officially begun, and teams are now in the process of paring down their preseason rosters. Every new season brings with it the hope for each franchise that it will conclude with the hoisting of the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy. But for the more jaded fans — or practical, depending on your outlook — not every team has a realistic shot at making the playoffs, much less at being the last team standing when all is said and done and the playoffs have concluded.

We at Hoops Rumors want to know what you, the reader, think about each team’s chances this coming campaign. To help facilitate that, we’ll be posting a series of polls asking you to vote on where in the standings each franchise is likely to end the season. So please cast your vote below for the franchise you expect to end the season with the 7th best overall record. But don’t end your involvement with the simple click of a button. Take to the comments section below to share your thoughts and opinions on why you voted the way that you did. We look forward to what you have to say.

Previous Selections:

No. 30: 76ers
No. 29: Knicks
No. 28: Nuggets
No. 27: Lakers
No. 26: Nets
No. 25: Timberwolves
No. 24: Trail Blazers
No. 23: Magic
No. 22: Pistons
No. 21: Kings
No. 20: Hornets
No. 19: Jazz
No. 18: Suns
No. 17: Celtics
No. 16: Pacers
No. 15: Mavericks
No. 14 Bucks
No. 13: Pelicans
No. 12: Raptors
No. 11: Heat
No. 10: Wizards
No. 9: Hawks
No. 8: Bulls

The No. 7 Ranked Team For the 2015/16 Season Is...

Grizzlies 63.18% (266 votes)

Rockets 12.11% (51 votes)

Clippers 10.69% (45 votes)

Thunder 7.36% (31 votes)

Cavaliers 3.09% (13 votes)

Spurs 2.14% (9 votes)

Warriors 1.43% (6 votes)

Total Votes: 421

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