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Mostly talk about #nets and #mets
#nbasky #lgm
Ian eagle stan. Grin Reaper. POW
Apparently ignorance is bliss
#nbasky #lgm
Ian eagle stan. Grin Reaper. POW
Apparently ignorance is bliss
I don’t really know these kids and I’ll wait and see as I always do w the draft crapshoot, but my gut tells me Marks is screwing this up again…maybe his worst work yet. And that’s saying something
For years they ignore size, and now shooting? Who needs shooting in the modern nba, right? 🙄 #nets
For years they ignore size, and now shooting? Who needs shooting in the modern nba, right? 🙄 #nets
My initial reaction to an #NBADraft night #Nets fans have waited a whole wasted year for: Uninspiring. Link:
open.substack.com/pub/stevelic...
open.substack.com/pub/stevelic...
Nets Fans Find Long-Awaited Draft Night Uninspiring
My expectations for the Nets’ unprecedented Draft Day were relatively low.
open.substack.com
June 26, 2025 at 11:51 PM
I don’t really know these kids and I’ll wait and see as I always do w the draft crapshoot, but my gut tells me Marks is screwing this up again…maybe his worst work yet. And that’s saying something
For years they ignore size, and now shooting? Who needs shooting in the modern nba, right? 🙄 #nets
For years they ignore size, and now shooting? Who needs shooting in the modern nba, right? 🙄 #nets
As always, great work by Steve
A sober look at a player who’s most elite skill might be dividing opinion
Imo- from all we’ve seen, CT is most likely a 6th man on a 1st div team. There are a lot of really dumb GMs out there who love that skill set tho, so I expect he gets a nice offer in RFA
A sober look at a player who’s most elite skill might be dividing opinion
Imo- from all we’ve seen, CT is most likely a 6th man on a 1st div team. There are a lot of really dumb GMs out there who love that skill set tho, so I expect he gets a nice offer in RFA
New post on how Thomas remains a polarizing figure when projecting the #Nets future, and how his unfortunate injuries have thrown a monkey wrench at those who hoped this season would further define who he is and who he could be. Link:
open.substack.com/pub/stevelic...
open.substack.com/pub/stevelic...
In Lost-Cause Season, Nets Lost-Opportunities To Define Thomas In Advance Of Free Agency
The Nets’ 116-110 defeat at Chicago on Thursday night pretty much put to bed any realistic chance that Brooklyn would go on a run that would challenge for a Play-In Tournament berth, much to the relie...
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March 14, 2025 at 2:10 PM
As always, great work by Steve
A sober look at a player who’s most elite skill might be dividing opinion
Imo- from all we’ve seen, CT is most likely a 6th man on a 1st div team. There are a lot of really dumb GMs out there who love that skill set tho, so I expect he gets a nice offer in RFA
A sober look at a player who’s most elite skill might be dividing opinion
Imo- from all we’ve seen, CT is most likely a 6th man on a 1st div team. There are a lot of really dumb GMs out there who love that skill set tho, so I expect he gets a nice offer in RFA
Team owners who purchase a team with the specific intent to wrest it away from the true fans via relocation….shld be sent to Guantanamo indefinitely
Just the absolute apex scumbags of the sports world that deserve to suffer for the rest of their miserable lives
Just the absolute apex scumbags of the sports world that deserve to suffer for the rest of their miserable lives
Mavericks announce plan to increase season ticket prices by an average of 8%
Timing is everything.
www.nbcsports.com/nba/news/mav...
Timing is everything.
www.nbcsports.com/nba/news/mav...
Mavericks announce plan to increase season ticket prices by average of 8%
Timing is everything.
www.nbcsports.com
March 4, 2025 at 12:13 AM
Team owners who purchase a team with the specific intent to wrest it away from the true fans via relocation….shld be sent to Guantanamo indefinitely
Just the absolute apex scumbags of the sports world that deserve to suffer for the rest of their miserable lives
Just the absolute apex scumbags of the sports world that deserve to suffer for the rest of their miserable lives
How I feel about watching Lakers trades over the last 30+ years
a man with a beard is crying and saying `` he can 't keep getting away with it ! ''
ALT: a man with a beard is crying and saying `` he can 't keep getting away with it ! ''
media.tenor.com
February 3, 2025 at 3:00 PM
How I feel about watching Lakers trades over the last 30+ years
Starting to see rumors that the Nets prime future target that they covet is Giannis and I have to say that I really strongly disagree with that approach
Can the Nets please for the love of god work on acquiring players before they become MVP candidates….not 5-10 years after they peaked
Can the Nets please for the love of god work on acquiring players before they become MVP candidates….not 5-10 years after they peaked
January 13, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Starting to see rumors that the Nets prime future target that they covet is Giannis and I have to say that I really strongly disagree with that approach
Can the Nets please for the love of god work on acquiring players before they become MVP candidates….not 5-10 years after they peaked
Can the Nets please for the love of god work on acquiring players before they become MVP candidates….not 5-10 years after they peaked
Claxton’s unwillingness to dedicate to prolonged, sustained improvement was super predictable. I’ve been pushing for #Nets to trade him since his sophomore year, because he just doesnt put in the work. Theres a reason his stamina never been right
Extension was a mistake. Go be lazy someplace else
Extension was a mistake. Go be lazy someplace else
At 25 and in the first of a 4-year contract extension for big bucks, the #Nets Claxton should be on the upward track of his NBA career. That just hasn't been the case. Link:
open.substack.com/pub/stevelic...
open.substack.com/pub/stevelic...
Depleted Nets Sure Could Use The Old Claxton
With all the adversity bombarding the Nets in the last few weeks, this season feels like it’s dragging on for an eternity.
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January 7, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Claxton’s unwillingness to dedicate to prolonged, sustained improvement was super predictable. I’ve been pushing for #Nets to trade him since his sophomore year, because he just doesnt put in the work. Theres a reason his stamina never been right
Extension was a mistake. Go be lazy someplace else
Extension was a mistake. Go be lazy someplace else
This nets trade is so meh….a Dlo/Cam Thomas backcourt can def lead a solid tank I guess
Who is Maxwell Lewis?
So many 2nds, really no way to pry a 1st with all the different teams that want DFS?
Who is Maxwell Lewis?
So many 2nds, really no way to pry a 1st with all the different teams that want DFS?
December 29, 2024 at 9:50 PM
This nets trade is so meh….a Dlo/Cam Thomas backcourt can def lead a solid tank I guess
Who is Maxwell Lewis?
So many 2nds, really no way to pry a 1st with all the different teams that want DFS?
Who is Maxwell Lewis?
So many 2nds, really no way to pry a 1st with all the different teams that want DFS?
This chart is insane
Considering the amount of expectations and pressure he had coming in…somehow exceeded
Considering the amount of expectations and pressure he had coming in…somehow exceeded
December 24, 2024 at 11:12 PM
This chart is insane
Considering the amount of expectations and pressure he had coming in…somehow exceeded
Considering the amount of expectations and pressure he had coming in…somehow exceeded
Yesssss!!!!!!!
The Mets and Sean Manaea have agreed to a three-year contract.
Mets, Sean Manaea, agree to three-year, $75m contract
Sean Manaea was a revelation for the Mets in the second half of the season and the playoffs, and they will continue their partnership for three more seasons.
www.amazinavenue.com
December 23, 2024 at 2:28 PM
Yesssss!!!!!!!
Reposted by Ski Powder
A Johnson trade won't fetch the #Nets the haul they got for Bridges--though I'd argue CJ has had at least a good a pre-trade run-up--but it should be substantial nonetheless. Or just keep him for the build-up portion of the rebuild. Link:
open.substack.com/pub/stevelic...
open.substack.com/pub/stevelic...
Johnson’s Value Too Rich For Nets To Just Give Away In The Name Of Tanking
Question for the fans who say they’re comfortable with the Nets bottoming out this season: How long will the tank be in full gear?
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December 20, 2024 at 1:48 PM
A Johnson trade won't fetch the #Nets the haul they got for Bridges--though I'd argue CJ has had at least a good a pre-trade run-up--but it should be substantial nonetheless. Or just keep him for the build-up portion of the rebuild. Link:
open.substack.com/pub/stevelic...
open.substack.com/pub/stevelic...
If you’re ever wondering how it’s possible for a franchise to be terrible for decades at a time, regardless of the caliber of players/coaches they bring in, this is a perfect example
My god, it’s triggering my Wilpons ptsd
My god, it’s triggering my Wilpons ptsd
December 19, 2024 at 3:45 PM
If you’re ever wondering how it’s possible for a franchise to be terrible for decades at a time, regardless of the caliber of players/coaches they bring in, this is a perfect example
My god, it’s triggering my Wilpons ptsd
My god, it’s triggering my Wilpons ptsd
I absolutely love the David Stearns approach. Pitching especially and performance in general for baseball is so variable year to year
Filling the system with lots of different options to see who bounces back and provides excellent value is just really smart business
Filling the system with lots of different options to see who bounces back and provides excellent value is just really smart business
The Mets added another pitcher to their 2025 mix, signing Griffin Canning to a one-year deal.
Mets sign Griffin Canning to one-year, $4.25 million deal
The former Angel was non-tendered shortly after a trade to the Braves.
www.amazinavenue.com
December 19, 2024 at 3:37 PM
I absolutely love the David Stearns approach. Pitching especially and performance in general for baseball is so variable year to year
Filling the system with lots of different options to see who bounces back and provides excellent value is just really smart business
Filling the system with lots of different options to see who bounces back and provides excellent value is just really smart business
I liked Schroder, but winning this year is not the priority and stacking future assets most important. I like
Report: The Warriors will acquire Dennis Schröder from the Nets
The Warriors Will Acquire Dennis Schröder From The Nets
Golden State will acquire some backcourt reinforcements after De’Anthony Melton’s season-ending injury.
uproxx.com
December 14, 2024 at 10:26 PM
I liked Schroder, but winning this year is not the priority and stacking future assets most important. I like
I wonder if the Mets have Vlad in the back of their minds when negotiating with Alonso. I wanted his dad to be a met so bad
Mets having a Latino owner, coach and multiple vet stars and being in nyc really can’t hurt
#lfgm
Mets having a Latino owner, coach and multiple vet stars and being in nyc really can’t hurt
#lfgm
December 14, 2024 at 5:45 PM
I wonder if the Mets have Vlad in the back of their minds when negotiating with Alonso. I wanted his dad to be a met so bad
Mets having a Latino owner, coach and multiple vet stars and being in nyc really can’t hurt
#lfgm
Mets having a Latino owner, coach and multiple vet stars and being in nyc really can’t hurt
#lfgm
My opinion is they shld trade Dennis and DFS, and hold onto CJ unless they get blown away
I also think they shld really see what they can get for Claxton and Cam T. Depending on their value, this might be a good time to cash in on a reset timeline
I also think they shld really see what they can get for Claxton and Cam T. Depending on their value, this might be a good time to cash in on a reset timeline
The Brooklyn Nets have begun to listen to offers on their three top tradable assets:
Dennis Schroder
Cam Johnson
Dorian Finney-Smith
Dennis Schroder
Cam Johnson
Dorian Finney-Smith
December 10, 2024 at 3:02 PM
My opinion is they shld trade Dennis and DFS, and hold onto CJ unless they get blown away
I also think they shld really see what they can get for Claxton and Cam T. Depending on their value, this might be a good time to cash in on a reset timeline
I also think they shld really see what they can get for Claxton and Cam T. Depending on their value, this might be a good time to cash in on a reset timeline
I find this to be pretty pathetic
I’ve never had very nice things to say about Buster (has any met fan ever?) and will not waste my energy on someone I consider a complete hack, but that maniacal Passan screenshot has a chance to really come back to haunt him
I’ve never had very nice things to say about Buster (has any met fan ever?) and will not waste my energy on someone I consider a complete hack, but that maniacal Passan screenshot has a chance to really come back to haunt him
FUN FACT: Baseball doesn't have a cap so if you care about "overpaying" players it just means that you're sad that a billionaire isn't getting the best return on their investment and you are a total mark.
December 10, 2024 at 12:27 PM
I find this to be pretty pathetic
I’ve never had very nice things to say about Buster (has any met fan ever?) and will not waste my energy on someone I consider a complete hack, but that maniacal Passan screenshot has a chance to really come back to haunt him
I’ve never had very nice things to say about Buster (has any met fan ever?) and will not waste my energy on someone I consider a complete hack, but that maniacal Passan screenshot has a chance to really come back to haunt him
Nothing will ever top my crazed excitement when the Mets traded for Johan, but watching what Steve Cohen has done to overhaul the professionalism and competitiveness of this team has been nothing short of incredible.
So so so excited for the future of this team!!
So so so excited for the future of this team!!
All hail Steve Cohen!!!!
December 9, 2024 at 2:48 PM
Nothing will ever top my crazed excitement when the Mets traded for Johan, but watching what Steve Cohen has done to overhaul the professionalism and competitiveness of this team has been nothing short of incredible.
So so so excited for the future of this team!!
So so so excited for the future of this team!!
All hail Steve Cohen!!!!
December 9, 2024 at 2:47 PM
All hail Steve Cohen!!!!
Reposted by Ski Powder
Trading him for nothing would be a decent-sized win for the Pellies. There’s a whole class of guys (mostly high volume, mid efficiency, <= on d) who are JUST good enough to get big, long term deals but not good enough for it to be worth a team with title designs to sink that much cap space into them
From Windhorst yesterday on the status of Ingram's contract and trade talks
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November 30, 2024 at 5:35 PM
Trading him for nothing would be a decent-sized win for the Pellies. There’s a whole class of guys (mostly high volume, mid efficiency, <= on d) who are JUST good enough to get big, long term deals but not good enough for it to be worth a team with title designs to sink that much cap space into them
All Nets fans everywhere
November 26, 2024 at 2:55 PM
All Nets fans everywhere
Reposted by Ski Powder
We love to overreact to these early games but seriously, it takes the league about 20 games to normalize. teams w/key new additions need time to gel and develop rotations, vet teams ramp up slower, young teams' energy may win some early games/look better than they are
November 26, 2024 at 1:24 PM
We love to overreact to these early games but seriously, it takes the league about 20 games to normalize. teams w/key new additions need time to gel and develop rotations, vet teams ramp up slower, young teams' energy may win some early games/look better than they are
One day before I perish and this earth is consumed by the sun can the Nets pls have a great defense
Like how is it even statistically possible to be in the bottom 10 every. Single. Year.
Like how is it even statistically possible to be in the bottom 10 every. Single. Year.
November 25, 2024 at 11:10 PM
One day before I perish and this earth is consumed by the sun can the Nets pls have a great defense
Like how is it even statistically possible to be in the bottom 10 every. Single. Year.
Like how is it even statistically possible to be in the bottom 10 every. Single. Year.
Just randomly got sent this photo from that day
November 25, 2024 at 5:32 PM
Just randomly got sent this photo from that day