Stoudemire not ready for New Year's Day?

There are articles out there that said the Knicks were trying to give away Amare last off-season (for nothing -- would just have to fit in salary cap) -- but couldn't find any takers because of contract (uninsured).

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Originally posted 09:22 AM ET  12.31 by M3AT

I should clarify my earlier post......I dont think Amare is a bad player, just not at what he makes

My morning coffee tastes better thanks to that clarification, M3AT. I'm sure the troll Apple will express similar sentiments.

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Originally posted 09:31 AM ET  12.31 by M3AT

LOL...morning sitt

Morning M3AT. Pretty quiet around here this morning. I guess the evenings' alcohol-fueled exchanges are more lively.

Taking The Next Year Off, Bro?

QUOTE(#5):

Originally posted 09:22 AM ET  12.31 by M3AT

I should clarify my earlier post......I dont think Amare is a bad player, just not at what he makes

Thanks to many stupid GMs out there, this can be said for NUMEROUS NBA players...may be good players but getting paid like STARS..SMH. NYK fans may be stuck with this anchor for a while longer..

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Originally posted 11:14 AM ET  12.31 by M3AT

Only 2 more years......considering how well the Knicks have been playing, and yet getting no help from a player that is ntaking up 20 mill of cap space...not too shabby

I know..trying to keep that in mind also. Next year he moving him should be easier if we find out he doesn't fit with the new team under Woody. A lot will be determined when he comes back...but I'm not going to rush to judgment still, I'll wait about 20 games to see what's what

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Originally posted 11:49 AM ET  12.31 by DR_Universal

I know..trying to keep that in mind also. Next year he moving him should be easier if we find out he doesn't fit with the new team under Woody. A lot will be determined when he comes back...but I'm not going to rush to judgment still, I'll wait about 20 games to see what's what

Even if overpaid he could still be making a positive contribution to the team. Any plus is always good. Certainly if Dolan can do nothing else he can at least absorb some extra payroll.

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Originally posted 11:14 AM ET  12.31 by M3AT

Only 2 more years......considering how well the Knicks have been playing, and yet getting no help from a player that is ntaking up 20 mill of cap space...not too shabby

Heard folks making a positive out of a negative; have him come off the bench to provide the second unit with more punch?

The only player that really matters is 'Melo at this point in time.
Amare playing or not playing is simply a sideshow. So long 'Melo is healthy, Knicks will go deep into the playoffs.

Unfortunately 'melo has proven to be a fragile player. He gets hurt on frivolous plays. His pain tolerance seems to be very minimal.

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Originally posted 01:00 PM ET  12.31 by ESPN

The only player that really matters is 'Melo at this point in time.Amare playing or not playing is simply a sideshow. So long 'Melo is healthy, Knicks will go deep into the playoffs.Unfortunately 'melo has proven to be a fragile player. He gets hurt on frivolous plays. His pain tolerance seems to be very minimal.

Melo has 2 playoff series wins in his 10 year career. and you think its guaranteed he goes deep in the playoffs?

interesting

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Originally posted 01:51 PM ET  12.31 by TWeb86

Melo has 2 playoff series wins in his 10 year career. and you think its guaranteed he goes deep in the playoffs?interesting

Nothing is guaranteed but he's never had Chandler playing center for him. This is the most talented group he's had around him and they haven't been healthy yet. With the Atlantic having a down yearthey should get a good seed. I can see them winning 2 rounds unless Melo or Chandler get hurt.