ESPN: Suns to waive Vince Carter

[Duncan21formvp]

http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/7316232/phoenix-suns-cut-vince-carter-lockout-ends



Vince Carter isn't a free agent yet, but sources close to the situation say the eight-time All-Star will be thrust onto the open market shortly after the end of the lockout.

Based on an amendment in his contract obtained by ESPN.com, Carter must be waived by the Phoenix Suns within 72 hours of the official start of free agency or his $18 million salary for the 2011-12 season becomes fully guaranteed.

The Suns, sources said, have already decided to waive Carter within that window.

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Chicago, Miami and San Antonio are expected to be among the teams interested in signing Carter, 34, once he clears waivers and becomes an unrestricted free agent.

[Grinder]

He'd be a great addition to the Bulls.

[32Dayz]

He's slower now but can still shoot and is athletic enough in spurts to make big plays or play some defense.

Still he carry's some "loser" voodoo with him so I wouldn't sign him.

[32Dayz]

I'll be here forever.

Stay mad loser.

:cheers:

[Dizzle-2k7]

Bring him to San Antonio.. he'd thrive under our system of drive in/kickouts... and Timmy would be finding him all day.

[BallsOut]

miami

PG: Lebron/Chalmers
SG: Wade/Allen Iverson
SF: Carter/Battier
PF: Bosh/Haslem
C: Kwame Brown/Joel Anthony

:eek:

[Dizzle-2k7]

^I doubt Vince is that much of a bltch to jump the bandwagon with a team from a younger generation^

[Lucifer]

^I doubt Vince is that much of a bltch to jump the bandwagon with a team from a younger generation^

Yes he is.

[bagelred]

Every ISH poster: "Boy, Vince Carter would be a great addition to insert favorite team for a one year minimum contract. Get it done, insert team GM!"

[2LeTTeRS]

miami

PG: Lebron/Chalmers
SG: Wade/Allen Iverson
SF: Carter/Battier
PF: Bosh/Haslem
C: Kwame Brown/Joel Anthony

:eek:

Theres no way he takes a few mil a year from Miami when he can get full MLE from contenders.

[DuMa]

interesting waiver amendment.

[DevilsAssassin]

Every ISH poster "Boy, Vince Carter would be a great addition to Minnesota Timberwolves for a one year minimum contract. Get it done, David Kaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahn!"

[Nets fan 93]

Bulls should get on this.

[Kobe 4 The Win]

The words washed up come to mind.

[JMT]

The words washed up come to mind.

Yep. Did any of the other posters see him play last year?

Done. Nothing but a role player who won't accept that role.

Interesting that most ISH posters have a hardon against players from an older era, but seem to think old guys from the recent era can play forever.

[BankShot]

miami

PG: Lebron/Chalmers
SG: Wade/Allen Iverson
SF: Carter/Battier
PF: Bosh/Haslem
C: Kwame Brown/Joel Anthony

:eek:

Wow.... so Carter/Iverson/Battier/Brown are all taking min contracts??

[QuebecBaller]

miami

PG: Lebron/Chalmers
SG: Wade/Allen Iverson
SF: Carter/Battier
PF: Bosh/Haslem
C: Kwame Brown/Joel Anthony

:eek:

Where's Nene, Oden, Chandler, Nash, Prince, Paul, D-Will, E.Curry, M.Miller, T-Mac, Butler, J.Howard...???

[(e)]

I'd welcome him in Chicago, although he wouldn't be my first choice. Probably not second or third either, but he would help if he meshed well with everyone.

[IGOTGAME]

Theres no way he takes a few mil a year from Miami when he can get full MLE from contenders.

He needs to come on down to LAL and play with Kobe. That shit would be epic.

Baron Davis
Kobe
Vince
Pau
Bynum


Make it happen!!

[JMT]

Where's Nene, Oden, Chandler, Nash, Prince, Paul, D-Will, E.Curry, M.Miller, T-Mac, Butler, J.Howard...???

:oldlol:

[Rose]

Why would the Spurs want Carter? That makes no sense. He's a very me-first type of guy, and all their other players are team first guys.

[G-train]

Anyone watch Vince last season? He is no good.

[chips93]

Why would the Spurs want Carter? That makes no sense. He's a very me-first type of guy, and all their other players are team first guys.

they havent moved parker, so it looks like they still think they can contend, and they probably need to mix it up a bit, get something to get them over the top.

sort of like the billups-iverson deal from detroit's perspective.

[hawkfan]

He'll probably want full MLE over a long contract.
Would San Antonio or Miami want to give him that? Debateable.
Would Chicago do it? More likely, since they aren't looking to make big changes via free agency.

[IGOTGAME]

Anyone watch Vince last season? He is no good.

saw a few games. pretty sure he can still shoot. Lakers need spacing and another playmaker.

[kaiteng]

Teams that want to win it all should never take Carter. Him and his cousin McGrady are cursed.

[Rose]

they havent moved parker, so it looks like they still think they can contend, and they probably need to mix it up a bit, get something to get them over the top.

sort of like the billups-iverson deal from detroit's perspective.
I guess that makes sense. He does occasionally and rarely have a decent game but to me, it's a terrible idea.

[305Baller]

TMAc and Vince to the Heat

BOOYAH

[G-train]

saw a few games. pretty sure he can still shoot. Lakers need spacing and another playmaker.


Suns started Dudley over him.

[hawkfan]

TMAc and Vince to the Heat

BOOYAH

The Heat would do better getting a D-leaguer over T-Mac at this point in his career.

[305Baller]

The Heat would do better getting a D-leaguer over T-Mac at this point in his career.

Only a young D-leaguer thats beasting, though.

[chips93]

I guess that makes sense. He does occasionally and rarely have a decent game but to me, it's a terrible idea.

i doubt it works too, but its their last roll of the dice with this group, they need to take a gamble like this to get back into contention.

[ConanRulesNBC]

Bulls. I'd go with Carter, Butler, Richardson, T-Mac and then Hamilton in that order as shooting guards I want to the Bulls to sign or trade for.

[Rake2204]

I'm in full-fledged aging Vince Carter denial. I don't think I'm that much different from Tracy McGrady fans at the moment, except they may have more to hope for. I keep hoping Vince secretly regained full health in the off-season and got some of his bounce back. I think I'm just dreaming though.

[bagelred]

"Boy, Vince Carter would be a great addition to the Bulls for a one year minimum contract. Get it done, Gar Forman!"

Fixed.

[plat1numX]

once he shaves that beard off he will be rejuvenated

[AMISTILLILL]

once he shaves that beard off he will be rejuvenated

Sort of like Gilbert Arenas, right?

[swi7ch]

MIA next destination :bowdown:

[swi7ch]

Where's Nene, Oden, Chandler, Nash, Prince, Paul, D-Will, E.Curry, M.Miller, T-Mac, Butler, J.Howard...???

Bench for MIA :bowdown:

[bagelred]

"Boy, Vince Carter would be a great addition to the Heat for a one year minimum contract. Get it done, Pat Riley!"

Fixed

[gasolina]

He should just get together with tmac on toronto for nostalgia. Then get charles oakley while they're at it.

[DStebb716]

Would love him in NYK but I just don't think he fits right now. Hope Chicago gets him.

[BankShot]

Where's Nene, Oden, Chandler, Nash, Prince, Paul, D-Will, E.Curry, M.Miller, T-Mac, Butler, J.Howard...???

Paul - Chalmers
Wade - Carter - Miller
James - Prince - McGrady
Bosh - Nene - Haslem
Chandler - Oden

:bowdown:

[Nets fan 93]

People keep saying that he is washed up and.. did you see him last season. How bad could he be for a title contender like the Bulls? 4th 5th option on offense. whats the big deal? He probably wont be getting paid a lot...

[Kurosawa0]

Anything more than the deal Shaq got from Boston and you're overpaying. Vince can't be anything more than a luxury for your team at this point.

[JMT]

People keep saying that he is washed up and.. did you see him last season.

Yes. He wasn't a better option than Jared Dudley.

He's not a starter on a title contender.

[G-train]

He'd be an ok 7th man on a contender.

There is probably some younger, better options IMO.

I'd even prefer Shannon Brown *Lakers fans shudder*

[Point Blank]

Chicago would be a nice play for him.

[HylianNightmare]

shocker

[WillyJakk]

^I doubt Vince is that much of a bltch to jump the bandwagon with a team from a younger generation^

I saw you post this in response to someone saying he should go to the Heat.

What's the (age) difference in him going to Chicago (which alot of peeps want) than Miami?

Chicago's the younger team and seem to be favored IF they can get a SG of Vince's caliber.

Seems to me the same could be said about him going to the Bulls, too (the bandwagon reference) :confusedshrug: .

I think at this stage of his career he's better off going to which ever team gives him the best chance for a ring.

[gasolina]

Had high hopes for him two years ago in the playoffs. Was excited to see PP head to head with VC, two of my favorite swingmen.

Instead, VC gave the choker performance of a lifetime. He's only a good shooter now, anything else you get is a bonus and you shouldn't rely on.

Is he better on the Bulls vs. Bogans who can now shoot the three and at least defend his position well?

[Nets fan 93]

Yes. He wasn't a better option than Jared Dudley.

He's not a starter on a title contender.
yeah... well the bulls dont have someone as good as dudley at SG lst year. Vince wasnt as bad as when he was playing for Orlando. Not saying he was good... but..

[ballsohard247]

yeah... well the bulls dont have someone as good as dudley at SG lst year. Vince wasnt as bad as when he was playing for Orlando. Not saying he was good... but..
May have been the Steve Nash effect. Nash makes everyone look better.

[El Kabong]

If you can get him on a 2 year deal (1 year guaranteed), then teams like the Bulls don't have a whole lot to lose. They're not winning without him, so they may as well take a chance and hope he's somehow the missing ingredient that gets them to the Finals.

[blacknapalm]

bulls have better options. i don't even remember why this guy was starting over dudley at the start of last season. he was taking horrible shots and he plays awful, lazy defense. can you imagine him and boozer together? how about his poor clutch and general bad free throw shooting? oh and he's terrible at the pick n' roll. on good teams, VC can hurt you with his bad play. we're not talking about 08-09 VC anymore.

[Lucifer]

Vince Carter is the next MJ

[Pra]

In b4 Boston retirement home, but I think he could do well playing 2nd string SG to Allen. Carter can still score.

[Faberg]

Teams really want this guy? This dude is washed and has no heart. If you can't play with Steve Nash, your done.

[All Net]

Surely Bulls is the best place for him?

[bagelred]

"Boy, Vince Carter would be a great addition to the Bulls for a one year minimum contract. Get it done, Gar Forman!"

Fixed.

[bagelred]

"Boy, Vince Carter would be a great addition to the Celtics for a one year minimum contract. Get it done, Danny Ainge!"

Fixed.

[Lebron23]

He needs to play in China or in the Euroleague.

[kurple]

I get a feeling bagelred really wants VC in NY on a one year deal. Get it done.

[SteveNashMVPcro]

If you want him feel free to take him

[bagelred]

"Boy, Vince Carter would be a great addition to the Knicks for a one year minimum contract. Get it done, Isiah Thomas!"

Fixed.

[kumquat]

I wouldn't touch Vince at this point in his career. He looks like he doesn't even put in any effort on the court.

[kumquat]

Teams really want this guy? This dude is washed and has no heart. If you can't play with Steve Nash, your done.


http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-uwiNpHRiCh0/Tgiv4ski3LI/AAAAAAAAAEI/rLA27PxVBfE/s1600/1292307611-33.jpg

More heart than.... Clanky McClank
http://boston.3432.voxcdn.com/wp-content/blogs.dir/2/files/2010/05/carter-hurting.jpg

[Duncan21formvp]

Would the Magic be interested in him again?

[Meticode]

miami

PG: Lebron/Chalmers
SG: Wade/Allen Iverson
SF: Carter/Battier
PF: Bosh/Haslem
C: Kwame Brown/Joel Anthony

:eek:
LeBron isn't going to start at point guard.