Links to the Present: February 10, 2012
2012-02-10
“The Cavs are not looking to trade Anderson Varejao. You never say “never” in the trade business, but it would be a shock if any deal involving the Cavs center happened before the March 15 trading deadline. This is based on several NBA sources.” [Terry Pluto]
“Irving probably will miss his second consecutive game tonight, against Milwaukee, because of a concussion. The head injury was sustained in Tuesday’s loss in Miami and diagnosed before Wednesday’s home win over the Los Angeles Clippers.” [Tom Reed]
And as you probably already know, Anderson Varejao and Kyrie Irving have been left off the All-Star team. I’m fine with this.
If a Tristan Thompson returns while Kyrie Irving has a concussion, does it make a sound?
There has obviously been a lot of talk about AV on the squad, and while I agree with the sentiment that Andy can anchor a championship team in the middle, the talent level across the East makes it hard to include him as a reserve. I think it’s reasonable to suggest that he’ll put up even better scoring numbers next season as Magnum KI (clever? no didn’t think…) continues to improve his already solid pick and roll game while posting similarly stellar rebound totals. I feel like a lot of people expect this season to be Andy’s best shot at… Read more »