The "whatever reason” is he’s been out with an injury for 23 games this year:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/ba...-the-script-on-forgettable-season/ar-AA1UTfxs
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That doesn't explain why he's played fewer mpg than either of them when he's been available.
Because he got drafted by a really good team with really good established pros in front of him. Wolves love him.
The Lakers G-League team is called the "D-Fenders"?
It’s a grind, it’s a job. TSJ is the same player, just needs to get healthy, keep putting the work in, and wait for his opportunity. Ayo is the role model, work, work, work. I personally believe his breakout will start next year but maybe with a different team.
Posted this in Bulls thread, but with all the TSJ talk here I thought it appropriate to double post.
Don't know if this is the best deal for Bulls but I don't mind them getting TSJ out of Minnesota.
would be fun for the Illini if the Bulls also keep Ayo.
I guess the value is getting White off the books and Conley has an expiring contract, so frees up money. Otherwise, as fun as it would be to have TSJ as a Bull, not a great deal.
I'm not sure what you think I was trying to say in my original post, but all I was saying is, to me at least, it's surprising. There was a lot of talk in the offseason that TSJ was going to get more opportunities this year. It hasn't happened. I guess you saw that coming though and are not surprised. Good for you!
NBA trade deadline: Tiering all 30 teams ahead of Feb. 5
What deals could kick-start the NBA trade deadline? Bobby Marks examines the players, picks and priorities you need to know for all 30 teams.
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3. Explore trades with those seven players on expiring deals. ESPN asked team executives which of the seven players had the most trade appeal. The unanimous answer was Dosunmu.
Dosunmu is earning an appealing $6.5 million salary and is averaging career highs in points (14.3), field goal percentage (51.3) and 3-point percentage (44.6). The team trading for him will inherit his Bird rights, allowing it to exceed the salary cap in a new contract. Dosunmu can sign up to a four-year, $86.9 million extension with Chicago until June 30.
Joel Goodson
- how was I to know, she was with the Russians too?
NBA trade deadline: Tiering all 30 teams ahead of Feb. 5
What deals could kick-start the NBA trade deadline? Bobby Marks examines the players, picks and priorities you need to know for all 30 teams.www.espn.com
The status in Chicago
Chicago Bulls
3. Explore trades with those seven players on expiring deals. ESPN asked team executives which of the seven players had the most trade appeal. The unanimous answer was Dosunmu.
Dosunmu is earning an appealing $6.5 million salary and is averaging career highs in points (14.3), field goal percentage (51.3) and 3-point percentage (44.6). The team trading for him will inherit his Bird rights, allowing it to exceed the salary cap in a new contract. Dosunmu can sign up to a four-year, $86.9 million extension with Chicago until June 30.
ca-ching! jackpot, baby! couldn't happen to a more deserving guy
Joel Goodson
- how was I to know, she was with the Russians too?
no surprise, consummate team guy:
drsmitty74
- Rochester
They realize what they have, just like we did. The man is a born leader of men and I wish nothing but the best for an all-time Illini favorite for all of us.
I was there. It seemed like he didn’t show up until the 4th. They almost pulled it out. Too
Led all scorers.
KJ played in that game too, 13 min, no points (just 1 attempt), 3 reb, 4 ast, 1 stl.
blackdog
- Champaign
Although KJ has seen a big increase is minutes and has been starting as well since 1/15
OrangeBlue98
Iowa is not in a great spot right now (LvilleILL1)
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While that may all be well and good, if they love him so much then they should be playing him more when healthy.
I get they have a lot of talented players, but if you think highly of the guy then figure out how to get him on the floor.
additional context- Ayo's 8th start of the year with a W on the road vs Mia. Bulls were crazy shorthanded (no Coby, Vuc, Giddey, Smith, Jones- 6 of 9 highest paid players). nice W and sniffing at a triple double while leading all scorers
Stacey King (with 39 sec left in the game)- "Ayo scored or assisted on Bulls' last 15 points"
and after tonight's 5/6 3pt effort, his season 3pt % is up to 46.6%...that is a dominant erupt
Stacey King (with 39 sec left in the game)- "Ayo scored or assisted on Bulls' last 15 points"
and after tonight's 5/6 3pt effort, his season 3pt % is up to 46.6%...that is a dominant erupt
Ayos next contract is going to be in the high 8 figure range. Multi-Generational type $.
The night before, playing a make up game vs. the same Heat, but in Chicago, he looked good, especially late. I was there. He didn't do much in the first half, but played great in the second.
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