And with him starting the Blazers are a below .500 team, whereas last year they were a playoff team that went to the conference finals. Yeah, he can still score some points but you need lockdown defense and key rebounds along with those points and at 35 he just doesn’t do those things like he used to. Not that he was ever a “lockdown” defender but at least when he was younger he had that extra zip with springier legs.
@GerMart that is not the reason why they aren’t in the playoff picture the reason is they let all those players go like Aminu and seth curry nurkic can’t also stay healthy instead of opinion get your facts right
It doesn’t help when there’s 8 teams worse to make their lottery odds worse. This is exactly the nightmare situation a GM doesn’t want: an aging point guard coming off an Achilles tear making 42 million on average, with Beal’s contract and Davis Bertans who will demand a hefty salary. What do you have left in cap? You’re not good, but you’re not trash enough to finish behind a team like the Knicks because you have Beal. The only way to get better is with Rui, but it’s clear that they’re so bad that even with an okay Wall (if healthy) and an improved Rui playing at a fringe all-star level might only get you to 41 wins. That’s NBA purgatory. Best thing the Wizards can do is sell high this offseason since Beal is locked up for another two years and get some draft picks, create some cap space, and develop guys. For example, Boston would probably give up 3 picks and trade Hayward with your choice of young players if it means getting Beal to pair with Jaylen, Jayson, and Kemba. That 4 man combination is as deadly as we would ever see, even more deadly than Golden State since Draymond was a black hole on offense because he’s so bad at shooting, so it was effectively an offensive trio.
AMAZIN ONE
March 5, 2020 at 2:16 am
Good to scc u bak DAME . Now go get that playoff spot.
Brian Naylor
March 5, 2020 at 2:45 am
It’s hard to believe that Carmello was almost out of the league for good. Even at 35 he’s still better than over half the players at his position.
S T
March 5, 2020 at 7:35 am
The Lakers were dumb not to sign him. Come playoffs he would help actor 4 team win the chip.
FrapGaming
March 5, 2020 at 9:48 am
S T just like whiteside the trailblazers gave melo a chance. I’m a heat fan and he was my favorite player 😔 it’s good that he’s playing at this level.
GerMart
March 5, 2020 at 1:28 pm
And with him starting the Blazers are a below .500 team, whereas last year they were a playoff team that went to the conference finals. Yeah, he can still score some points but you need lockdown defense and key rebounds along with those points and at 35 he just doesn’t do those things like he used to. Not that he was ever a “lockdown” defender but at least when he was younger he had that extra zip with springier legs.
Terrell Martin
March 5, 2020 at 3:08 pm
Facts 💯 he better than dymomd green bum ass how much do he avg without curry or Klay ? But he a Hof n melo not stop it 🤣
YessirToliver
March 5, 2020 at 8:27 pm
@GerMart that is not the reason why they aren’t in the playoff picture the reason is they let all those players go like Aminu and seth curry nurkic can’t also stay healthy instead of opinion get your facts right
Carmelo The light skin fello Anthony
March 5, 2020 at 2:53 am
Carmelo “heso melo” Anthony 2:06
Proppa Music
March 5, 2020 at 3:05 am
*Beal better not be on Washington Wizards next season smh.. that dude nice af but no help*
Jay20431
March 5, 2020 at 8:38 am
It doesn’t help when there’s 8 teams worse to make their lottery odds worse. This is exactly the nightmare situation a GM doesn’t want: an aging point guard coming off an Achilles tear making 42 million on average, with Beal’s contract and Davis Bertans who will demand a hefty salary. What do you have left in cap? You’re not good, but you’re not trash enough to finish behind a team like the Knicks because you have Beal. The only way to get better is with Rui, but it’s clear that they’re so bad that even with an okay Wall (if healthy) and an improved Rui playing at a fringe all-star level might only get you to 41 wins. That’s NBA purgatory. Best thing the Wizards can do is sell high this offseason since Beal is locked up for another two years and get some draft picks, create some cap space, and develop guys. For example, Boston would probably give up 3 picks and trade Hayward with your choice of young players if it means getting Beal to pair with Jaylen, Jayson, and Kemba. That 4 man combination is as deadly as we would ever see, even more deadly than Golden State since Draymond was a black hole on offense because he’s so bad at shooting, so it was effectively an offensive trio.
Davis
March 5, 2020 at 3:59 am
Why does Melo trigger his head after 3s. It bothers me. Maybe its just me. Lets get a different look maybe?
FreshurDenUent
March 5, 2020 at 5:05 am
Davis 3 to the head!
octaviakf
March 5, 2020 at 6:42 am
Davis it’s just you
Victor Valentine
March 5, 2020 at 5:39 am
Hasan gotta step up
Young Baller
March 5, 2020 at 11:28 am
Victor Valentine but he had
24 pts 16 rbs 4blks
Victor Valentine
March 5, 2020 at 11:43 am
@Young Baller I know they need that from him
Victor Valentine
March 5, 2020 at 5:40 am
They need one more piece
Got Bunnies
March 5, 2020 at 5:49 am
It’s always good to see Melo play good, he usually does when he gets his touches.
Jerico Labargan
March 5, 2020 at 6:09 am
prove them wrong Melo 🔥🔥💪🏽
Prepared To Succ
March 5, 2020 at 7:20 am
Poor wizards they didn’t have a chance
Jose Rodriguez
March 5, 2020 at 7:31 am
Imagine if oubre stayed and wall was healthy
gor9027
March 5, 2020 at 7:59 am
Magic: We took a huge step backwards this season. Just take the 8 seed. We’re literally leaving the door open for you.
Wizards: Nah, we’re good.
Scrap lover
March 5, 2020 at 8:31 am
Damian lillard returns (W).
Biz Denardo
March 5, 2020 at 8:59 am
Zion williamson the next Carmelo anthony.? women lie but numbers dont lie.
Lamont Adams
March 5, 2020 at 2:01 pm
Charles Barkley but better
U Dontwant it!
March 5, 2020 at 9:44 am
Melo going to Heat up this 2nd half…. Playoff Time!
Keffi daDon
March 5, 2020 at 9:54 am
Beal needs to get out of Washington, he’s not getting the recognition, he deserves 🤔
Yoshi Saur
March 5, 2020 at 9:56 am
Whiteside is an interesting fella
DEUTERONOMY EXODUS
March 5, 2020 at 10:24 am
Somebody was able to convince people that Melo couldn’t play basketball anymore. And they believe him…smh
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March 5, 2020 at 12:51 pm
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Andrew Lunsford
March 5, 2020 at 1:49 pm
That was an awesome win by the Blazers beating the Wizards by 20 points!!!
Tristan Andrews
March 5, 2020 at 2:05 pm
Y’all got Carmelo fucked up top five scorer
Jordan
Kobe
Harden
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Melo
Strong Armstrong
March 5, 2020 at 2:52 pm
Can’t wait til we get rid of whiteside.. his energy n quickness around the basket just annoys me so much lol
Siah Johnson
March 5, 2020 at 5:50 pm
Blazers got them marquees
Nitee 1
March 5, 2020 at 7:25 pm
No Pen No Pad!!
YsoJoven
March 5, 2020 at 7:43 pm
Beal need to dip🧐🤷♂️