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Yup and i noticed it when Rui got drafted by the wizards.

I mean the team went all in to make sure the Japanese audience was informed about any and everything around him even hiring a Japanese media person.

Buss definitely was not going to put the resources needed to capture that global market but everything I’ve read about Walter nothing is to big of a price for him.
Her dad bought the Lakers for 67plus million; she sold the Lakers for 10 billion :eek2: :eek2:; she took over and did what she was supposed to do!! she helped to make and take the company further than what pops did; or held onto it long enough for it to go further; either way it worked; thats all a family can ask for...
 
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The Jaylin Williams extension starts at $8.45M, declines to $7.74M and stays flat in year 3.

3rd year is a team option

Really good value for OKC and Williams

There is a pattern in OKC for contracts to decline or remain flat:

Aaron Wiggins, Isaiah Joe, Isaiah Hartenstein and now Williams.
 

Some notes on Houston now and next year

* Access to the $14.1M non-tax ML but likely need to waive Jock Landale or clear some money out

* In 2026-27, Houston is below (projected):

- Tax: $75M
- Apron 1: $83M
- Apron 2: $96M

Plenty of flexibility for a Kevin Durant and Tari Eason extension.
 
So is the plan just to run it back with KD?
They still got their full mid level exception. Rumors are they're looking at Dorian Finney‐Smith, which is a viable option. He turned down a contract extension with the Lakers so it's up in the air.

If we package up Cam Whitmore (who i don't want to leave but it seems they're determined to trade him) and Jock Landale they can offer a bigger contract to him.

And again, we still have enough future 1st round draft picks from Phoenix, Jersey and Dallas, along with young talent to go big game hunting (Giannis) if the right opportunity comes up.
 
They still got their full mid level exception. Rumors are they're looking at Dorian Finney‐Smith, which is a viable option. He turned down a contract extension with the Lakers so it's up in the air.

If we package up Cam Whitmore (who i don't want to leave but it seems they're determined to trade him) and Jock Landale they can offer a bigger contract to him.

And again, we still have enough future 1st round draft picks from Phoenix, Jersey and Dallas, along with young talent to go big game hunting (Giannis) if the right opportunity comes up.
Damn he turned down 14 million…..if he looking for that id leave him alone. What first rounder you got from Dallas? I think yall need some shooting honestly. I don’t know what’s out there but I feel like yall got enough guys who can D it up.
 
Damn he turned down 14 million…..if he looking for that id leave him alone. What first rounder you got from Dallas? I think yall need some shooting honestly. I don’t know what’s out there but I feel like yall got enough guys who can D it up.
We get the 2 more favorable pick in 2029 between Dallas Phoenix and New Jersey
 
Her dad bought the Lakers for 67plus million; she sold the Lakers for 10 billion :eek2: :eek2:; she took over and did what she was supposed to do!! she helped to make and take the company further than what pops did; or held onto it long enough for it to go further; either way it worked; thats all a family can ask for...
I be thinking from a fan perspective…..I would’ve kept it in the family. Especially the Lakers. I’d never sell the Cowboys or Lakers or Knicks or Yankees.
 




After one season at Duke, Flagg declared for the 2025 NBA Draft, forgoing his remaining college eligibility. At one point, Flagg’s estimated NIL valuation was $5 million with the Blue Devils. However, during a sitdown with Bob Costas at the 92nd Street Y in New York City, longtime sports journalist Howard Bryant shared that Flagg actually had at least $28 million in NIL deals while he was with Duke.


Bryant noted that “[Flagg] had a $13 million deal with New Balance and $15 million with Fanatics.”




 
I rather them go after a NAW. Rockets need another ball handling guard.
I agree a much better option. He can d it up, run some point and play 2 guard. He is one of those guys he’s gonna contribute even if his jumper not falling. I always thought DFs was overrated. He a cool 7th or 8th man but he’s offensively challenged and he not a defensive stopper he just play good defense.
 

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I be thinking from a fan perspective…..I would’ve kept it in the family. Especially the Lakers. I’d never sell the Cowboys or Lakers or Knicks or Yankees.
Nah fam because remember she wasnt by herself in ownership; Buss had what like 7 kids; i think they each got like a billy a piece; you gotta sell when its not just one ownership; to many different narratives or direction for them to continue to agree on; sell, take the money and run; im sure they will be rich forever so to me they did the right thing...
 

You out here breaking down international media rights muthafuka you ain't slick.

Wasting my time arguing about bullsh*t rap beefs meanwhile you got Bezos and Adam Silver on the real group chat. Probably got Aubrey on there too consulting on bringing sports gambling to Canada

This negro here.
 
Nah fam because remember she wasnt by herself in ownership; Buss had what like 7 kids; i think they each got like a billy a piece; you gotta sale when its not just one ownership; to many different narratives or direction for them to continue to agree on; sell, take the money and run; im sure they will be rich forever so to me they did the right thing...

^^^^

That part and I even think there was family tension at some point recently.

And dont forget Ballmer with the Clippers breathing down they neck.

Jeannie smart probably had Magic playing point in the deal too since he cool with all parties.

@Day_Carver writing up NBA Succession next season for HBO MAX.
 
You out here breaking down international media rights muthafuka you ain't slick.

Wasting my time arguing about bullsh*t rap beefs meanwhile you got Bezos and Adam Silver on the real group chat. Probably got Aubrey on there too consulting on bringing sports gambling to Canada

This negro here.
:giggle: :giggle:ayo fam dont be trying to see thru me :giggle:dont be trying like get me out of just shit talking :giggle:...
 
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That part and I even think there was family tension at some point recently.

And dont forget Ballmer with the Clippers breathing down they neck.

Jeannie smart probably had Magic playing point in the deal too since he cool with all parties.

@Day_Carver writing up NBA Succession next season for HBO MAX.
Yea it was time for sure; and hey they all won!! Sold team for the highest amount ever in team sports history!! THEY WON...

Man, i got to get caught up on the TV shows; thats what I lack in; you put me on to that Japan gangsta shit; i cant remember name of show and I still aint watch it yet; I gotta see that NBA shit as well...
 




 
Definitely check out those 2 seasons of Tokyo Vice. Solid show, DC!
Im get on it for sure, pimp! @playahaitian put on to show either late last year or early this year; im just so slow at watching shit except for Marvel and Star Wars shit; i dont know why that is either; I think I feel like they hide more shit about things on this planet in superhero shows and star wars shit; i think it might be a subconscious thing about that...
 
Im get on it for sure, pimp! @playahaitian put on to show either late last year or early this year; im just so slow at watching shit except for Marvel and Star Wars shit; i dont know why that is either; I think I feel like they hide more shit about things on this planet in superhero shows and star wars shit; i think it might be a subconscious thing about that...


Indeed.

Tokyo Vice is one of those shows that is a definite recommendation. My mom, coworker, and friend all said it was worth seeing & I'm glad I listened.

As for my recommendations of shows from recent years (just some off the top of my head) ...



- Dope Thief
- Duster
- Hacks
- Dept Q
- Dexter - New Blood
- Dark Winds
- Slow Horses
- Bad Monkey
- Ramy
- Godfather of Harlem
- Mare of Easttown
- Mayor of Kingstown
- Landman
 
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