ESPN Reporting that Bosh and Wade will be in Miami

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Wednesday morning , ESPN reported that Bosh will go to Miami and Wade will stay in Miami . Now its James turn on Thursday night on ESPN to announce where he wants to go .

[steeldawg]

James is going to miami too, Mark it down!!!!

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It would be nice if he came here to the Knicks , but I can't see James having an 1 hour primetime special on ESPN Thursday night to announce that hes staying with Cleveland .

[GitNoLuv]

Chris Broussard did a twitter like this last night that he quickly rescinded. Makes me question the "source" on this one. He had a "source" with his first tweet as well. Then apologized. I think that ESPN is just trying to make it's own stories. I'll believe this when I see it. Toronto doesn't what Miami has to offer for Bosh...and while Bosh might not be thrilled about playing in Cleveland...that's 30M he's leaving on the table.

[steeldawg]

If Lebron stays in cleveland hes an idiot. Miami is the place to be for him, no state taxes, south beach, chris bosch, D-wade, and championships. He knows the only wat hes going to be a global icon is to win championships and Miami gives him the best chance to do that. If he goes anywhere except Miami I will be shocked.

[steeldawg]

Chris Broussard did a twitter like this last night that he quickly rescinded. Makes me question the "source" on this one. He had a "source" with his first tweet as well. Then apologized. I think that ESPN is just trying to make it's own stories. I'll believe this when I see it. Toronto doesn't what Miami has to offer for Bosh...and while Bosh might not be thrilled about playing in Cleveland...that's 30M he's leaving on the table.

They are reporting it on espn bosch and wade to miami done deal.

[GitNoLuv]

They are reporting it on espn bosch and wade to miami done deal.

It's also an article written by Broussard.

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Are you trying to tell me that this doesnt look right ? lol

[steeldawg]

I cant see Lebron going anywhere else besides Miami. What could cleveland possibly sell him on now. Knicks? NO, Nets? NO, Chicago? Lookin shaky.

[GitNoLuv]

The problem with Miami is that Wade and Lebron are at their absolute best with the ball in their hands...and while Wade is a better shooter than Lebron, he's not a great shooter. Lebron (and Wade) would benefit from a guy like Miller/Allen + Bosh more so than Bosh + Wade/Lebron. It's a stylistic issue. Then theres this...who will play in Miami for minimum wage? Some aging vets (like Shaq) trying to earn a ring. Some scrubs from the D-League. It still won't be a complete team.

I can see Cleveland doing a S&T with another team to bring in a good vet (like Utah w/ Boozer) to play alongside Lebron.

Instead, Cleveland (with Lebron) will use it's MLE to bring in a guy like Allen or Mike Miller, run a faster offense (which would benefit them greatly) and (at the trade deadline) work another deal with another team trying to get under the cap.

[steeldawg]

Bosch said he wanted to play with Lebron he will be leaving 30 million dollars on the table to go to miami and i doubt that was just to play with wade. Lebron wont pass on that oppurtunity to play with boozer or an aging vet. Is it a coincidence that Lebron's camp in cleveland ends today and his decision will be announced tomorrow? They are also now reporting that Miami is the front runner to get lebron now . Steven A smith reported on his radio show a few weeks ago that he had very reliable inside source that the big three would all end up in Miami.

[GitNoLuv]

Bosch said he wanted to play with Lebron he will be leaving 30 million dollars on the table to go to miami and i doubt that was just to play with wade. Lebron wont pass on that oppurtunity to play with boozer or an aging vet. Is it a coincidence that Lebron's camp in cleveland ends today and his decision will be announced tomorrow? They are also now reporting that Miami is the front runner to get lebron now . Steven A smith reported on his radio show a few weeks ago that he had very reliable inside source that the big three would all end up in Miami.

How many times has this changed over the last week. Everyone has a "very reliable inside source"...it's too bad all these sources can't agree.

I'll believe Lebron, Bosh and Wade end up in Miame/Toronto/Cleveland/Los Angeles/New Jersey when they've actually signed the paperwork. The rumor mill has been spinning opposing stories faster than a hummingbirds wings flap.

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Im hearing through my gremlins that LeBron James will announce his retirement tomorrow night on ESPN , lol.

[GitNoLuv]

Well, wouldn't that just be something. The whole NBA would fall apart without his presence ya'know? :P

[SteelersinCA]

This is where we'll find out if LBJ is true to his word. He says it's only about winning titles. If that's the case, he has a no brainer decision to sign with the Heat and maybe take less than maximum. If he gives up a little cheese so they can add some depth to that trio then he is true to his word. If he stays in Cleveland, he's a liar. There is only one right decision for LBJ, the Heat.

[Nadroj 20]

I gotta agree with you GitNoLuv. I dont think Wade AND LBJ on the same team is going to work out that great because of their style of play. Each of those players are suppose to be the best player on their team. With them both there how will Wade respond to being option 2 or maybe even 3? I'm not saying its impossible and could never work out. It can. But there is just something about it that would worry me some.

[steeldevil]

This is where we'll find out if LBJ is true to his word. He says it's only about winning titles. If that's the case, he has a no brainer decision to sign with the Heat and maybe take less than maximum. If he gives up a little cheese so they can add some depth to that trio then he is true to his word. If he stays in Cleveland, he's a liar. There is only one right decision for LBJ, the Heat.

I disagree. If LeBron wants to win titles, the best fit would be Chicago. I think that LeBron and Wade on the same team is not a good idea. Both players want the ball in their hands and want the ball in big situations. The bulls have young talent, but there is no doubt that LeBron would be the guy. It would be a young and talented team.

[Nadroj 20]

I disagree. If LeBron wants to win titles, the best fit would be Chicago. I think that LeBron and Wade on the same team is not a good idea. Both players want the ball in their hands and want the ball in big situations. The bulls have young talent, but there is no doubt that LeBron would be the guy. It would be a young and talented team.

This.....i think its the best fit as well. Even though i still dont like the idea of "chicago" because of the jordan thing. But for LBJ's sake, as of right now..the fit is good.

[GitNoLuv]

I disagree. If LeBron wants to win titles, the best fit would be Chicago. I think that LeBron and Wade on the same team is not a good idea. Both players want the ball in their hands and want the ball in big situations. The bulls have young talent, but there is no doubt that LeBron would be the guy. It would be a young and talented team.

Sorry, have to disagree. Chicago isn't a great fit for him because of the lack of shooters there. Rose and Lebron play a very similar game (slash). They need complimentary shooters around them...and Chicago just doesn't have that right now. Neither Rose nor Lebron are good enough jump shooters to warrant extra attention outside...meaning every defender will cheat some towards the middle to make driving it difficult.

Chicago needs a PF who can space the floor (ideally with at least 15' range) and a SG who can knock down the three's with regularity. Unless they can land both, Lebron+Rose = butting heads. They both need the ball in their hands to be effective. They both can't have the ball. They both drive and dish or drive and score. They both have shaky jumpers.

It takes an entire team built correctly to win...and Chicago doesn't have the right pieces to make that work.

[SteelersinCA]

I disagree. If LeBron wants to win titles, the best fit would be Chicago. I think that LeBron and Wade on the same team is not a good idea. Both players want the ball in their hands and want the ball in big situations. The bulls have young talent, but there is no doubt that LeBron would be the guy. It would be a young and talented team.

It's not an option at this point, it's stay in Cleveland or go to Miami.

[Nadroj 20]

It's not an option at this point, it's stay in Cleveland or go to Miami.

Oh yea and whys that?

[steeldevil]

It's not an option at this point, it's stay in Cleveland or go to Miami.

You got some inside info or something?

[steeldevil]

Sorry, have to disagree. Chicago isn't a great fit for him because of the lack of shooters there. Rose and Lebron play a very similar game (slash). They need complimentary shooters around them...and Chicago just doesn't have that right now. Neither Rose nor Lebron are good enough jump shooters to warrant extra attention outside...meaning every defender will cheat some towards the middle to make driving it difficult.

Chicago needs a PF who can space the floor (ideally with at least 15' range) and a SG who can knock down the three's with regularity. Unless they can land both, Lebron+Rose = butting heads. They both need the ball in their hands to be effective. They both can't have the ball. They both drive and dish or drive and score. They both have shaky jumpers.

It takes an entire team built correctly to win...and Chicago doesn't have the right pieces to make that work.

The reason none of the teams in the LeBron sweepstakes dont have teams built yet is because they dont know if they will get LeBron. If they get LeBron, a certain style of play will be needed and certain players will be needed. If they dont get LeBron, then a different style of play is needed and other players will be needed. The teams dont want to commit to role players before they know if they will get LeBron. Thats why some teams barely have any players right now.

In my opinion it is either Cleveland or Chicago.

[Nadroj 20]

Sorry, have to disagree. Chicago isn't a great fit for him because of the lack of shooters there. Rose and Lebron play a very similar game (slash). They need complimentary shooters around them...and Chicago just doesn't have that right now. Neither Rose nor Lebron are good enough jump shooters to warrant extra attention outside...meaning every defender will cheat some towards the middle to make driving it difficult.

Chicago needs a PF who can space the floor (ideally with at least 15' range) and a SG who can knock down the three's with regularity. Unless they can land both, Lebron+Rose = butting heads. They both need the ball in their hands to be effective. They both can't have the ball. They both drive and dish or drive and score. They both have shaky jumpers.

It takes an entire team built correctly to win...and Chicago doesn't have the right pieces to make that work.

If they can sign LBJ im sure they will go get a shooter....plus Hinrich is already a good shooter...41 % career fg and a career 37 % from 3. Thats good shooting and it would only get BETTER with LBJ AND rose.

Chicago is a good fit.

[steeldevil]

If they can sign LBJ im sure they will go get a shooter....plus Hinrich is already a good shooter...41 % career fg and a career 37 % from 3. Thats good shooting and it would only get BETTER with LBJ AND rose.

Chicago is a good fit.

Hinrich is with the Wizards now. They basically unloaded him for cap room....
http://www.suntimes.com/sports/baske...rds-24.article

[El-Gonzo Jackson]

Big signings for the Heat when confirmed. LBJ will stay in Cleveland and the Cavs arent likely to go after Boozer given his history with the franchise, so really it leaves the Cavs with the similar team as last season, with a new coach. Now, they can go after a big man like Haywood, or a PG like Felton or Ridnauer, but IDK who their #2 scoring option is gonna be.

James will stay in Cleveland and its up to the GM to get him some help or he is gonna be the best player ever, to not get a ring.

[GitNoLuv]

Chicago needs better shooters just to make Rose more effective. Throwin in Lebron actually complicates the issue more.

Lebron in Miami complicates things because all of the money would be tied up in three players (Bosh/Wade/LBJ) and there would be no center or pg (though with Lebron, you don't really need a good one of those). Bosh NEEDS a strong defensive minded center to be at his best. Lebron goes there, then Miami has almost no chance at getting one.

I think that Cleveland is almost a lock to land him.

[GitNoLuv]

Big signings for the Heat when confirmed. LBJ will stay in Cleveland and the Cavs arent likely to go after Boozer given his history with the franchise, so really it leaves the Cavs with the similar team as last season, with a new coach. Now, they can go after a big man like Haywood, or a PG like Felton or Ridnauer, but IDK who their #2 scoring option is gonna be.

James will stay in Cleveland and its up to the GM to get him some help or he is gonna be the best player ever, to not get a ring.

I think that Cleveland starts making pushes to trade for guys like Al Jefferson (of Minnesota) or Lamarcus Aldridge (of Portland) to get a secondary scorer that Lebron needs.

[Nadroj 20]

Hinrich is with the Wizards now. They basically unloaded him for cap room....
http://www.suntimes.com/sports/baske...rds-24.article

You know what I thought he got traded and couldnt remember...then i went to ESPN and check the bulls roster http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/teams/roster?team=chi and hes on it lol so thats what i went with

but thanks for confirming that for me

Disregard my comments GetNoLuv lol, but i still think they will find a shooter and be a very good team with LeBron.

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I have a feeling that his pick will be leaked out before the 9:00pm ESPN show tomorrow night . Just a feeling .