Rip Hamilton is a Bull

[QUOTE=Celtics4ever]And look how close the Bulls were to beating the Heat. Every game came down to the wire. You don't think Rip Hamilton puts the Bulls over the edge? But you think Battier puts the Heat over the hedge? You are delusional man. You used to be a decent poster back in the day, you have lost it GOBB. Maybe you need a SN change like me :D[/QUOTE]

Hedge? Huh?

My point is Miami returning the same team from last season will be tough for anyone in the East or West to defeat in a series. Adding Battier was a solid addition given what he brings. 1 full season having played together would only help not hurt. Who even knows if Mike Miller healthy vs last year can be the added piece some thought he would be when aquired.

Anyway, Rip is a solid addition. Hopefully they can add another quality free agent. Unsure of ther cash situation.

[QUOTE=IBLEEDGREEN20]bro are you kidding me? Their roster post perkins trade is terrible compared to the 2011-2012 celtics. Brandon Bass can play center, Chris Wilcox is physical, Jeff Green will have a larger role this year, and Keyon Dooling is a good defender. Not to mention they resigned Marquis Daniels and still have Jermaine Oneal.

and last years celtics swept the knicks.

NBA fans say the same thing about Boston every year, it cracks me up[/QUOTE]

Celtics swept an injured Knick's team (amare and billups) that had a depleted roster (due to the melo trade) and had played together for like a month or two. You can't judge much from that series and use it to analyze the Knick's this season.

Brandon Bass and Wilcox have never been players that impacted games from what I have seen of them over the years. I do like Jeff Green though and think he is a good asset.

NBA fans AND analyst say the same thing about Boston each year and it is being proven true. They had a lot of initial success but have fallen behind as teams around them improve. Miami dominated a Celtic team that was fully healthy in last years playoffs and I am pretty sure the Bulls would have done the same.

[QUOTE=Celtics4ever]Never sleep on Boston. People have been saying that about us for a while, but we still come out elite in the season.[/QUOTE]

Elite? Celts, while healthy, lost to the Heat in 5 games last year. Celts will win a lot or regular season games. I don't see them getting out of the second round with their current roster.

So Rip Hamilton gets to double dip in salary and go to the team he wants, because he was an unhappy jerkoff last season.

Yeah this makes sense. :facepalm

[QUOTE=NUPE_1911]Elite? Celts, while healthy, lost to the Heat in 5 games last year. Celts will win a lot or regular season games. I don't see them getting out of the second round with their current roster.[/QUOTE]

rondo had 1 arm. you crack me up

[QUOTE=NUPE_1911]Celtics swept an injured Knick's team (amare and billups) that had a depleted roster (due to the melo trade) and had played together for like a month or two. You can't judge much from that series and use it to analyze the Knick's this season.

Brandon Bass and Wilcox have never been players that impacted games from what I have seen of them over the years. I do like Jeff Green though and think he is a good asset.

NBA fans AND analyst say the same thing about Boston each year and it is being proven true. They had a lot of initial success but have fallen behind as teams around them improve. Miami dominated a Celtic team that was fully healthy in last years playoffs and I am pretty sure the Bulls would have done the same.[/QUOTE]

fallen behind? fully healthy? pierce was 1 jumper away from a 2-2 series before over time, and this is without rondo. your crazy.

[QUOTE=IBLEEDGREEN20]fallen behind? fully healthy? pierce was 1 jumper away from a 2-2 series before over time, and this is without rondo. your crazy.[/QUOTE]

The Big Three were healthy. I don't want to hear about Rondo who is vastly overrated to begin with.

Ainge obviously believes the Celts have fallen behind to some extent which explains his attempts to trade Rondo for CP3 and also acquire David West. These were not tweaks.

[QUOTE=bagelred]So Rip Hamilton gets to double dip in salary and go to the team he wants, because he was an unhappy jerkoff last season.

Yeah this makes sense. :facepalm[/QUOTE]

He got bought out. Not amnestied.

His buyout + contract with Chicago puts him around the same ballpark as if he were to just stay in Detroit.

Can't wait to see them play the Lakers on Christmas. :pimp:

[QUOTE=NUPE_1911]The Big Three were healthy. I don't want to hear about Rondo who is vastly overrated to begin with.

Ainge obviously believes the Celts have fallen behind to some extent which explains his attempts to trade Rondo for CP3 and also acquire David West. These were not tweaks.[/QUOTE]


you said a fully healthy team. don't say stupid shit. i read every word.

Ainge was traded during the original big 3 era in boston. its part of the business bro.

[QUOTE=GOBB]3 years sucks but I guess if you didnt give him 3 he would have gone elsewhere and you'd be stuck with Bogans who DOESNT belong in the NBA. Atleast starting. :roll:[/QUOTE]


3rd year is an option...Dial it down....

[QUOTE=NUPE_1911]The Big Three were healthy. I don't want to hear about Rondo who is vastly overrated to begin with.

Ainge obviously believes the Celts have fallen behind to some extent which explains his attempts to trade Rondo for CP3 and also acquire David West. These were not tweaks.[/QUOTE]

Ainge also shopped Ray Allen coming off a fantastic season a few years ago. your point is meaningless. Shit happens in Boston.

And by the way, calling the leader of the celtics speedy offense who couldn't even bring the ball down the court overrated is ****in ridiculous.

[QUOTE=97 bulls]Great pickup for the bulls. They officially have no weakness.[/QUOTE]

I'm a Bulls fan..ride or die...But come on....lol

[QUOTE=IBLEEDGREEN20]you said a fully healthy team. don't say stupid shit. i read every word.

Ainge was traded during the original big 3 era in boston. its part of the business bro.[/QUOTE]

Your hall of famers (big three) were healthy and had no ability to slow the Heat. It is what it is. It is not like Rondo shoots much or can even shoot so his arm is a non-issue as far as I am concerned.

You refusing to admit that the Celt's have aged, are less effective and have had less success in the playoffs recently is akin to a Knick fan refusing to admit that the Knick's play terrible defense.

[QUOTE=(e)]He got bought out. Not amnestied.

His buyout + contract with Chicago puts him around the same ballpark as if he were to just stay in Detroit.
[/QUOTE]

Exactly, the Pistons have to pay him as he's playing for the competition.

[QUOTE=NUPE_1911]Your hall of famers (big three) were healthy and had no ability to slow the Heat. It is what it is. It is not like Rondo shoots much or can even shoot so his arm is a non-issue as far as I am concerned.

You refusing to admit that the Celt's have aged, are less effective and have had less success in the playoffs recently is akin to a Knick fan refusing to admit that the Knick's play terrible defense.[/QUOTE]

recently? as in the 2011 playoffs? cuz they made the finals in 2010, were like 2 games away from the finals in 2009, and won the title in 2008.

obviously with years, comes age. nobody disputes this. you said a fully celtics team was dominated, while their all star point guard was hurt, and you chose horrible words that are false. leave it alone

[QUOTE=themurph]3rd year is an option...Dial it down....[/QUOTE]

You're late. Next time be early.

[QUOTE=themurph]I'm a Bulls fan..ride or die...But come on....lol[/QUOTE]
Lol I'm serious bro. I mean, they're not great at every position, but they're not weak at any position.

Bogans shouldve avg 14 ppg with all those open corner shots he got. And while rip isn't great, he solid. And he hasn't played much the last few seasons so he should have a lot left in that body.

Are the Bulls going after Redd too?

[QUOTE=Duncan21formvp]Are the Bulls going after Redd too?[/QUOTE]

Redd blows, dont do it Chicago.

Very good signing for the Bulls.

hes gonna be good for the bulls

[QUOTE=GOBB]You're late. Next time be early.[/QUOTE]


Actually, just be informed....If you are going to have jokes and sh*t on the Bulls, at least get it right...

[QUOTE=97 bulls]Lol I'm serious bro. I mean, they're not great at every position, but they're not weak at any position.

Bogans shouldve avg 14 ppg with all those open corner shots he got. And while rip isn't great, he solid. And he hasn't played much the last few seasons so he should have a lot left in that body.[/QUOTE]

It's not about open shooters...It's about someone else on the team being able to get their own shot and handle the rock when Rose needs the help...

Rip is not the answer. But I will have fun this season watching my Bulls go to battle. I'm hoping we can truly address the issue by trading for OJ Mayo....

[QUOTE=themurph]Actually, just be informed....If you are going to have jokes and sh*t on the Bulls, at least get it right...[/QUOTE]

2 posters already replied the details of the deal. [B]You're late[/B], once again. Seems you have a grudge from another thread. Let it go kid. Its not that serious. :roll:

[QUOTE=GOBB]3 years sucks but I guess if you didnt give him 3 he would have gone elsewhere and you'd be stuck with Bogans who DOESNT belong in the NBA. Atleast starting. :roll:[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=GOBB]Anyway, Rip is a solid addition. Hopefully they can add another quality free agent. Unsure of ther cash situation.[/QUOTE]

Neither posts implies nor suggests bad move by Bulls. Where is the jokes and sh!tting on Bulls you insecure fan? :roll:

Oh I'm clowning on Keith Bogans? Oh ok, thats it.

Holding a past grudge trying to pick a fight. Tsk Tsk. :no:

[QUOTE=GOBB]2 posters already replied the details of the deal. [B]You're late[/B], once again. Seems you have a grudge from another thread. Let it go kid. Its not that serious. :roll:[/QUOTE]


No disrespect....But what r u 12?...lol

No one has the ability to read three pages ahead...It's a silly point to harp on that...Just take the L and keep it moving...

And btw, you are an entertaining mofo....Keep it coming...

The irony is, I agree with you..Signing Rip does not put the Bulls over the top...

[QUOTE=themurph]No disrespect....But what r u 12?...lol[/quote]

Yes I'm 12 because you misread a post no one else did. Good one kid.

[QUOTE]No one has the ability to read three pages ahead...It's a silly point to harp on that...Just take the L and keep it moving...[/QUOTE]

Huh? You quoted my post that didnt do anything you claimed.

1. I didnt sh!t on the Bulls
2. I didnt sh!t on the signing

So why do you quote and reply to me what others have already? You're holding a grudge. Its that simple.

[quote]The irony is, I agree with you..Signing Rip does not put the Bulls over the top...[/QUOTE]

So you agree with me Rip doesnt put them over the top. So where exactly am I sh!tting on the Bulls? What are you crying about?

By me saying 3 years sucks because no contract details were released at the time but I made mention [I]"I guess 3 years isnt bad because he probably would have went elsewhere"[/I]. Thats it. Nothing more, nothing less. But you made it more than it was. WHY? Dont answer, I did that already. :roll:

You are lookin bad right now. Tsk Tsk

[QUOTE=GOBB]Yes I'm 12 because you misread a post no one else did. Good one kid.



Huh? You quoted my post that didnt do anything you claimed.

1. I didnt sh!t on the Bulls
2. I didnt sh!t on the signing

So why do you quote and reply to me what others have already? You're holding a grudge. Its that simple.



So you agree with me Rip doesnt put them over the top. So where exactly am I sh!tting on the Bulls? What are you crying about?

By me saying 3 years sucks because no contract details were released at the time but I made mention [I]"I guess 3 years isnt bad because he probably would have went elsewhere"[/I]. Thats it. Nothing more, nothing less. But you made it more than it was. WHY? Dont answer, I did that already. :roll:

You are lookin bad right now. Tsk Tsk[/QUOTE]


Nah...I was clowning your premature touchdown dance trying to sh*t on the Bulls for making a 3 year deal, when it wasn't the case...

And while we agree that Rip may not be the answer, I'm not of the mind of thinking that Miami is just going to walk over the Bulls. It will be a dog fight...I just think the Bulls need a bit more creativity next to Rose to actually pull it off...

[QUOTE=themurph]Nah...I was clowning your premature touchdown dance trying to sh*t on the Bulls for making a 3 year deal, when it wasn't the case...[/quote]

You read into my post more than you should have. Your fault, not mine. And it stems from you holding a grudge from a previous thread. Let it go girlfriend. :roll:


Sidenote: Another Bulls fan said the same thing as me until it was revealed the terms of the deal.

[QUOTE=(e)][B]3 years/15 million. Honestly would of been happier with a 2 year deal[/B], but I'm not complaining since we just got a top 20 SG without having to trade anyone. Successful offseason, we addressed our biggest need with a guy who is a solid offensive player and fits our team perfectly.

Rose/Watson
RIP/Brewer
Deng/Korver
Boozer/Taj/Scal
Noah/Asik

Not sure what they'll do with Bogans now. And we still need another big since we lost Big Sexy. Przybilla is at the top of my list to take his role.[/QUOTE]

Guess you skipped over his and went straight to mine.

[QUOTE=GOBB]You read into my post more than you should have. Your fault, not mine. And it stems from you holding a grudge from a previous thread. Let it go girlfriend. :roll:


Sidenote: Another Bulls fan said the same thing as me until it was revealed the terms of the deal.



Guess you skipped over his and went straight to mine.[/QUOTE]

Difference between you and e? One guy is saying why he would have rather wanted a 2 year deal, he thinks the Bulls made a solid move...

You on the other hand was playing the role of Debbie Downer, all too happy to sh*t on the deal with a weird kind of glee...lol

[QUOTE=themurph]Difference between you and e? One guy is saying why he would have rather wanted a 2 year deal, he thinks the Bulls made a solid move...[/quote]

[I]"3 year deal sucks but I guess you had to offer 3 or he would have gone elsewhere"[/I]

in themurphs world that means [I]":banana: :roll: :banana: bulls got pwned omfg 3yrs? ouch, they got RIPped off!"[/I]

Sorry your mind allows you to interpret things how you want. Like I said, this stems from a past grudge about a Bulls topic. So now you are looking to pick fights because GOBB hates the Bulls and everything he says is discrediting, dissing, hating, slamming the franchise. And I got this based off not agreeing with him over the Bulls having trade value for a Dwight Howard. He says Bulls dont have value, I say they do. Standstill, now I'll look deeper into his Bulls related posts and make something out of nothing.

Sorry but I just pulled your skirt up and showed the males here your snatch.

Let it go girlfriend.

[quote]You on the other hand was playing the role of Debbie Downer, all too happy to sh*t on the deal with a weird kind of glee...lol[/QUOTE]

Nope.

So when you think about it it's really a great contract because this is a short year, then next year, then the third year we have the option. I would have much rather had Afflalo, but Rip's game and attitude fit perfectly.

The FO was in a tough place...sign Rip, or risk getting no one.

Rose needs to learn how to hit cutters better and with less effort....having Korver and Rip running off screens?

An x & o's coaches dream.

Bulls have the best starting 5 in the league and will dominate the Heat.

Interested to see how he will fit in...
Never been a big Rip fan, but he should provide some offense that the Bulls really need...

important thing is...which jersey number will he wear? 32 is taken by CJ watson.

[QUOTE=9512]important thing is...which jersey number will he wear? 32 is taken by CJ watson.[/QUOTE]


I think he'll pay CJ or give him something to get the #. You would think Rip's money is longer and he'd try to pry it from CJ because it means more to him (been a long-toothed vet) but then again when you think about it CJ's been wearing #32 since Tennessee at least.

Who knows?

[QUOTE=themurph]It's not about open shooters...It's about someone else on the team being able to get their own shot and handle the rock when Rose needs the help...

Rip is not the answer. But I will have fun this season watching my Bulls go to battle. I'm hoping we can truly address the issue by trading for OJ Mayo....[/QUOTE]
We do have that person in carlos boozer. The bulls don't need another iso guy if hamilton can hit open shots. And what makes the team better is that watson can shoot. That's why I say when rose sits run the offense through boozer. Hell the second team has plenty of strong shooters with korver, watson and bogans (when he's right) and gibsons mid-range shot.

Now I agree, that if we could get mayo, that would be great but we aren't bad right now.