Two blogs in one week? Yes, it is an anomaly and only happens under extenuating circumstances during the off-season but after yesterday's move by Danny Ferry, I think this warrants another soliloquy. Let's cut to the chase, we just got better. And not like 2-3 games better but like became "one of the most dangerous teams in the league" better. First of all, one of the biggest Cavs killers, avg. 26 pts and 9 dimes against us last year, is now a Cavalier. Hey, if you can't beat him, buy him. Mo Williams is a true point guard in every sense of the word. That's not a knock on Delonte or anyone else on our team, I'm just stating the facts...well, my opinion. He's a 6'1", 185, point guard who can push the tempo, run the point, create shots, knock down the open shots and, most importantly, shoot 86% from the charity stripe. Imagine this starting 5 - Mo, Delonte, Z, Ben and TheBron®. Not too shabby...
Now many people are going to say, "But RyZa, didn't we just lose an important role player with size in the front court with this trade?" Look, Joe Smith was no average Joe. Loved the guy and thought that he added something to our team but he was only averaging 6 pts and 4 reb in 20 minutes of action. We got guys to pick up those minutes, points and boards. Fact of the matter is, I hate to see Joe Smith and DJ go, but with Mo Williams coming to the Wine and Gold, I don't mind seeing them walk away...if you're picking up what I'm putting down.
To close, I would like to say goodbye to Joe Smith and Damon Jones. Joe Smith was a great player and arguably one of the biggest pieces to the trade last season as it relates to what he contributed and when he did it. We needed something done, he did it. Most importantly, he brought a maturity to the team and a arguable one of the happiest players I've ever seen on and off the court. He's got a great smile and an even better game. I wish him luck in OKC.
Last and certainly not least, DJ. DJ, DJ, DJ, DJ...what can I say? We had to pull Ahmaad off the roof when we learned DJ got traded. We're still keeping a close eye on Ahmaad and he's doing better but I do think he is looking for a timeshare in Milwaukee. He was the most entertaining player to watch during warm-ups and during the game. Whether he was putting a "3" on a platter, turning the faucet on or doing his little shimmy before shooting jump shots in warm-ups, he is one of the "best shooters in the world" (his words not mine), and I agree. When he is on, forget about it. I think what I'll miss most about DJ are his post game interviews. You NEVER know what he is going to say and I love it! If there's a camera on, DJ is on...ALWAYS! The prodigal son is returning to Milwaukee (ok, he was only there for one season but still...), is in a good system under Skiles and Redd will get him some open looks. Keep putting it on a platter, DJ!
Joe and DJ, best of luck to you and thank you for all you gave us here with the Cavs. We welcomed you to the family and you will always be a part of it regardless of the colors you now don. But, like the Beatles said, "You say goodbye and I say hello."
Well said. If blog writing skills were people, you would be China!
LeJuiceman (Witness)11:39 AM EST