Bradley Beal

[Phenom]

My money is on Beal going to the Lakers. There were hints last year the Lakers was a trade destination for which he would waive his no-trade clause. I could see him finding a Reeves, Beal, Luka, LeBron and Ayton starting 5 rather appealing...

That knocks us down to what, the 7 seed?

They would put up the resistance of a light breeze on defense.

[Lipoli390]

It would appear that the Suns will buy out and extend the rest of Beal’s contract. So there won’t be a trade. Instead, Bears will choose the team he wants to play for and sign there as a free agent for a small amount ranging from the veteran minimum to the taxpayer MLE or nontaxpayer MLE.

There is no way Bradley Beal ends up with the Wolves where he’d be playing behind Ant. I see him going to team where he can have a more prominent role. I’m interested to see where he ends up going because that will say a lot about him. Most pundits and fans expect him to sign with the Lakers with a smaller but significant number predicting he’ll sign with the Clippers. Playing for a Southern California team that already has a star or two would be a predictable move for a typical aging vet in the modern NBA. I’d love it if Beal proved to be different and ended up signing with the Milwaukee Bucks. Signing with the Bucks would be impressive. To me it would demonstrate a high level of character - going to a team where he could play a prominent, instrumental role in saving the Bucks franchise from what is looking like a pretty dreary season that could end in Giannis wanting out.

I don’t know much about Beal as a player. His career stats are very good but he’s never been a winner. More recently he’s had a hard time staying on the court, playing only between 40 and 60 games in each of the last 6 seasons. Last season he had a horrendous defensive rating of 120.8. But he can shoot and score when he’s on the court. Getting him on a TMLE contract seems like a bargain if there’s a role for him in your team’s rotation.

[Monster]

It would appear that the Suns will buy out and extend the rest of Beal’s contract. So there won’t be a trade. Instead, Bears will choose the team he wants to play for and sign there as a free agent for a small amount ranging from the veteran minimum to the taxpayer MLE or nontaxpayer MLE.

There is no way Bradley Beal ends up with the Wolves where he’d be playing behind Ant. I see him going to team where he can have a more prominent role. I’m interested to see where he ends up going because that will say a lot about him. Most pundits and fans expect him to sign with the Lakers with a smaller but significant number predicting he’ll sign with the Clippers. Playing for a Southern California team that already has a star or two would be a predictable move for a typical aging vet in the modern NBA. I’d love it if Beal proved to be different and ended up signing with the Milwaukee Bucks. Signing with the Bucks would be impressive. To me it would demonstrate a high level of character - going to a team where he could play a prominent, instrumental role in saving the Bucks franchise from what is looking like a pretty dreary season that could end in Giannis wanting out.

I don’t know much about Beal as a player. His career stats are very good but he’s never been a winner. More recently he’s had a hard time staying on the court, playing only between 40 and 60 games in each of the last 6 seasons. Last season he had a horrendous defensive rating of 120.8. But he can shoot and score when he’s on the court. Getting him on a TMLE contract seems like a bargain if there’s a role for him in your team’s rotation.

I'll push back just a little bit on Beal not being a winner. The Suns won 49 games a couple seasons ago. He was a part of some teams that were above. 500 when he teamed up Wall when both guys were pretty young. If you go back and look back at some of the rosters he was a part of when they were under. 500 well they weren't that talented. Beal was an all star player but probbaly never a super star. Imagine something Julius Randle having to carry a team to be a winner with maybe a few players that are decent starters. Yeah...its not gonna go well.

Personally I think Beal probably gets that he isn't the guy anymore and why wouldn't he join a good roster? Honestly why should he join the Bucks over the Clippers? It's basically Giannis and maybe some good starters, younger guys hoping to revive their careers and Doc Rivers coaching those guys. The fact that Giannis hasn't asked out of that roster is a testament to him or the fact that he is maybe a little delusional and I hate saying that. If Beal is supposed to save the Bucks they are cooked. The last thing I saw was that he was planing to sign with the Clippers which is why they did the Powell deal. That makes sense.

[Porckchop]

I could see Denver making a push for Beal with the money they saved in the Porter/ Johnson swap. Essentially replacing a much missed KCP with a more talented version.

[AbeVigodaLive]

It would appear that the Suns will buy out and extend the rest of Beal’s contract. So there won’t be a trade. Instead, Bears will choose the team he wants to play for and sign there as a free agent for a small amount ranging from the veteran minimum to the taxpayer MLE or nontaxpayer MLE.

There is no way Bradley Beal ends up with the Wolves where he’d be playing behind Ant. I see him going to team where he can have a more prominent role. I’m interested to see where he ends up going because that will say a lot about him. Most pundits and fans expect him to sign with the Lakers with a smaller but significant number predicting he’ll sign with the Clippers. Playing for a Southern California team that already has a star or two would be a predictable move for a typical aging vet in the modern NBA.

Norman Powell was traded yesterday.

Kris Dunn started 64 games for the Clippers last season... until he was benched in Game 7 of the playoffs after averaging 6 ppg, 3 reb and 1 ast over the first 6 games. Meanwhile... games missed or not... Beal was a 50/40/80 guy over 100+ games with the Suns the past two seasons.

I think it's a GREAT fit for Clippers... and for Beal. And if the Clippers get him, they essentially trade Norman Powell for John Collins and Bradley Beal... AND... don't have to worry about keeping Powell happy with an extension. It might even keep the Clippers in the hunt for homecourt in the playoffs.

[Wolvesfan21]

It would appear that the Suns will buy out and extend the rest of Beal’s contract. So there won’t be a trade. Instead, Bears will choose the team he wants to play for and sign there as a free agent for a small amount ranging from the veteran minimum to the taxpayer MLE or nontaxpayer MLE.

There is no way Bradley Beal ends up with the Wolves where he’d be playing behind Ant. I see him going to team where he can have a more prominent role. I’m interested to see where he ends up going because that will say a lot about him. Most pundits and fans expect him to sign with the Lakers with a smaller but significant number predicting he’ll sign with the Clippers. Playing for a Southern California team that already has a star or two would be a predictable move for a typical aging vet in the modern NBA. I’d love it if Beal proved to be different and ended up signing with the Milwaukee Bucks. Signing with the Bucks would be impressive. To me it would demonstrate a high level of character - going to a team where he could play a prominent, instrumental role in saving the Bucks franchise from what is looking like a pretty dreary season that could end in Giannis wanting out.

I don’t know much about Beal as a player. His career stats are very good but he’s never been a winner. More recently he’s had a hard time staying on the court, playing only between 40 and 60 games in each of the last 6 seasons. Last season he had a horrendous defensive rating of 120.8. But he can shoot and score when he’s on the court. Getting him on a TMLE contract seems like a bargain if there’s a role for him in your team’s rotation.

You could start Beal at PG, Ant is the defacto PG anyways initiating much of the offense, and he should with his ability to play make at a high level now. You could rotate their minutes after starting so one is on the court then throughout the game.

I've heard the Clips seem like the favorite after their trade. I'd put us lower in the running now, probably 5%ish.

If he wants to come here then I'm all in. It's really up to him. I'm also fine going with DDV and our youth in TJ and Clark, however I do acknowledge that Beal could probably help us against a team like OKC, we need more scoring and ball handlers! Hope Dilly comes to play and is good as he could really help us also sans Beal, which is a remote acquiring.

[Wolvesfan21]

It would appear that the Suns will buy out and extend the rest of Beal’s contract. So there won’t be a trade. Instead, Bears will choose the team he wants to play for and sign there as a free agent for a small amount ranging from the veteran minimum to the taxpayer MLE or nontaxpayer MLE.

There is no way Bradley Beal ends up with the Wolves where he’d be playing behind Ant. I see him going to team where he can have a more prominent role. I’m interested to see where he ends up going because that will say a lot about him. Most pundits and fans expect him to sign with the Lakers with a smaller but significant number predicting he’ll sign with the Clippers. Playing for a Southern California team that already has a star or two would be a predictable move for a typical aging vet in the modern NBA. I’d love it if Beal proved to be different and ended up signing with the Milwaukee Bucks. Signing with the Bucks would be impressive. To me it would demonstrate a high level of character - going to a team where he could play a prominent, instrumental role in saving the Bucks franchise from what is looking like a pretty dreary season that could end in Giannis wanting out.

I don’t know much about Beal as a player. His career stats are very good but he’s never been a winner. More recently he’s had a hard time staying on the court, playing only between 40 and 60 games in each of the last 6 seasons. Last season he had a horrendous defensive rating of 120.8. But he can shoot and score when he’s on the court. Getting him on a TMLE contract seems like a bargain if there’s a role for him in your team’s rotation.

I'll push back just a little bit on Beal not being a winner. The Suns won 49 games a couple seasons ago. He was a part of some teams that were above. 500 when he teamed up Wall when both guys were pretty young. If you go back and look back at some of the rosters he was a part of when they were under. 500 well they weren't that talented. Beal was an all star player but probbaly never a super star. Imagine something Julius Randle having to carry a team to be a winner with maybe a few players that are decent starters. Yeah...its not gonna go well.

Personally I think Beal probably gets that he isn't the guy anymore and why wouldn't he join a good roster? Honestly why should he join the Bucks over the Clippers? It's basically Giannis and maybe some good starters, younger guys hoping to revive their careers and Doc Rivers coaching those guys. The fact that Giannis hasn't asked out of that roster is a testament to him or the fact that he is maybe a little delusional and I hate saying that. If Beal is supposed to save the Bucks they are cooked. The last thing I saw was that he was planing to sign with the Clippers which is why they did the Powell deal. That makes sense.

Plus it's Milwaukee and in the winter. That is a far worse city then the TC's imo and you still get shit weather. I can understand why guys would rather pick Miami or even Houston, Dallas or LA (the traffic though). At least it's pretty nice out weather wise during half of your home games.

[Lipoli390]

It would appear that the Suns will buy out and extend the rest of Beal’s contract. So there won’t be a trade. Instead, Bears will choose the team he wants to play for and sign there as a free agent for a small amount ranging from the veteran minimum to the taxpayer MLE or nontaxpayer MLE.

There is no way Bradley Beal ends up with the Wolves where he’d be playing behind Ant. I see him going to team where he can have a more prominent role. I’m interested to see where he ends up going because that will say a lot about him. Most pundits and fans expect him to sign with the Lakers with a smaller but significant number predicting he’ll sign with the Clippers. Playing for a Southern California team that already has a star or two would be a predictable move for a typical aging vet in the modern NBA. I’d love it if Beal proved to be different and ended up signing with the Milwaukee Bucks. Signing with the Bucks would be impressive. To me it would demonstrate a high level of character - going to a team where he could play a prominent, instrumental role in saving the Bucks franchise from what is looking like a pretty dreary season that could end in Giannis wanting out.

I don’t know much about Beal as a player. His career stats are very good but he’s never been a winner. More recently he’s had a hard time staying on the court, playing only between 40 and 60 games in each of the last 6 seasons. Last season he had a horrendous defensive rating of 120.8. But he can shoot and score when he’s on the court. Getting him on a TMLE contract seems like a bargain if there’s a role for him in your team’s rotation.

I'll push back just a little bit on Beal not being a winner. The Suns won 49 games a couple seasons ago. He was a part of some teams that were above. 500 when he teamed up Wall when both guys were pretty young. If you go back and look back at some of the rosters he was a part of when they were under. 500 well they weren't that talented. Beal was an all star player but probbaly never a super star. Imagine something Julius Randle having to carry a team to be a winner with maybe a few players that are decent starters. Yeah...its not gonna go well.

Personally I think Beal probably gets that he isn't the guy anymore and why wouldn't he join a good roster? Honestly why should he join the Bucks over the Clippers? It's basically Giannis and maybe some good starters, younger guys hoping to revive their careers and Doc Rivers coaching those guys. The fact that Giannis hasn't asked out of that roster is a testament to him or the fact that he is maybe a little delusional and I hate saying that. If Beal is supposed to save the Bucks they are cooked. The last thing I saw was that he was planing to sign with the Clippers which is why they did the Powell deal. That makes sense.

Fair point on winning, Monster. I think my major misgivings are his inability to stay on the court, and his defense. But I’d still be happy if the Wolves signed him because he’s not going to cost much and remains a really good, efficient scorer. Could he pair well with Ant in the backcourt? I’m not sure. Beal isn’t a great ballhandler but it could work.

As I mentioned, I’d love to see him sign with the Bucks if he doesn’t come here. But I’m well aware that’s unlikely. The Clippers or Lakers would be the logical landing spot for him from his vantage point and team fit. Looks like the Clippers are the favorites to get him. The Clippers, Lakers, Rockets and Nuggets will all be tough competitors for playoff slots below OKC. The Wolves could easily end up in 6th place again behind all those teams.

[Monster]

It would appear that the Suns will buy out and extend the rest of Beal’s contract. So there won’t be a trade. Instead, Bears will choose the team he wants to play for and sign there as a free agent for a small amount ranging from the veteran minimum to the taxpayer MLE or nontaxpayer MLE.

There is no way Bradley Beal ends up with the Wolves where he’d be playing behind Ant. I see him going to team where he can have a more prominent role. I’m interested to see where he ends up going because that will say a lot about him. Most pundits and fans expect him to sign with the Lakers with a smaller but significant number predicting he’ll sign with the Clippers. Playing for a Southern California team that already has a star or two would be a predictable move for a typical aging vet in the modern NBA. I’d love it if Beal proved to be different and ended up signing with the Milwaukee Bucks. Signing with the Bucks would be impressive. To me it would demonstrate a high level of character - going to a team where he could play a prominent, instrumental role in saving the Bucks franchise from what is looking like a pretty dreary season that could end in Giannis wanting out.

I don’t know much about Beal as a player. His career stats are very good but he’s never been a winner. More recently he’s had a hard time staying on the court, playing only between 40 and 60 games in each of the last 6 seasons. Last season he had a horrendous defensive rating of 120.8. But he can shoot and score when he’s on the court. Getting him on a TMLE contract seems like a bargain if there’s a role for him in your team’s rotation.

I'll push back just a little bit on Beal not being a winner. The Suns won 49 games a couple seasons ago. He was a part of some teams that were above. 500 when he teamed up Wall when both guys were pretty young. If you go back and look back at some of the rosters he was a part of when they were under. 500 well they weren't that talented. Beal was an all star player but probbaly never a super star. Imagine something Julius Randle having to carry a team to be a winner with maybe a few players that are decent starters. Yeah...its not gonna go well.

Personally I think Beal probably gets that he isn't the guy anymore and why wouldn't he join a good roster? Honestly why should he join the Bucks over the Clippers? It's basically Giannis and maybe some good starters, younger guys hoping to revive their careers and Doc Rivers coaching those guys. The fact that Giannis hasn't asked out of that roster is a testament to him or the fact that he is maybe a little delusional and I hate saying that. If Beal is supposed to save the Bucks they are cooked. The last thing I saw was that he was planing to sign with the Clippers which is why they did the Powell deal. That makes sense.

Fair point on winning, Monster. I think my major misgivings are his inability to stay on the court, and his defense. But I’d still be happy if the Wolves signed him because he’s not going to cost much and remains a really good, efficient scorer. Could he pair well with Ant in the backcourt? I’m not sure. Beal isn’t a great ballhandler but it could work.

As I mentioned, I’d love to see him sign with the Bucks if he doesn’t come here. But I’m well aware that’s unlikely. The Clippers or Lakers would be the logical landing spot for him from his vantage point and team fit. Looks like the Clippers are the favorites to get him. The Clippers, Lakers, Rockets and Nuggets will all be tough competitors for playoff slots below OKC. The Wolves could easily end up in 6th place again behind all those teams.

Beal isn't just shooter he is is good ball handler who has some seasons with pretty good assist numbers. I think he could play next to Edwards some. At this point he might compare to Malik Monk but more proven in terms of efficiency. A Malik Monk for anything less than 10 million would be a pretty good deal. I'm assuming he is going elsewhere.

[mjs34]

I'll say this- If Jace and Dane are at all correct that DDV is tradable for 2 first and TC swings that while also bringing in Beal than that would be the move of the offseason (I'm probably forgetting something).

But I'm dreaming at that point

If TC could have gotten even one first for DDV he should have pulled the trigger and re-signed NAW. I think NAW was a better fit anyway, not to mention health issues.