different_13

But he's not a low-post player, he's a jumpshooter! He's Malik Allen+ !

Still, a good signing, veteran guy, can score, rebound.
And as it's only two years, it shouldn't stunt Noah or Tyrus - if they can't deal with having to earn minutes and compete for playing time, they're not Skiles' typa guys anyway.

Apart from Gray, the Bulls are still kinda small though. I know Noah's nearly 7' tall, but he's thin. Ok, on the second unit that doesn't matter, but it's still a fact.

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bullybullz

There is a reason Joe Smith was the #1 overall pick in the deep 95 draft, remember that...

Look I know he isn't a 'low-post' scorer per se, but it's better than Pax sitting on his *** and not doing anything during the summer/FA period.

Besides, who else do you expect, the unsure Chris Mihm??

Thorgal

I don't know Joe Smith's game very well but I believe you guys have your reasons to rank him above Chris Mihm, who was my guy to start alongside Big Ben. Thus I am happy for that signing

However if somebody could tell me why Smith > Mihm (assuming he's healthy of course) it would be nice

smARTmouf

Mihm would've been a better fit, but of course, so would Hawes or Scola....So would a can of soda with great foot work and a consistent hook shot...Let me stop.

Perhaps this "low post threat" isn't as much of a pressing need in Paxson and his minions opinion.

Or perhaps Paxson just didn't want any more white guys...Perhaps Mihms was unreasonably overpriced?

At least SOMETHING was done...But what was addressed?

Banjoriddim

Reasonable post. I'd say he is better choice than Hihm coz he knows hes limits and doesn't make too many bonehead plays like Hihm.

different_13

Plus he actually played last year..

basically, if you could guarantee Mihm to be healthy for 70+ games, and that he would play like..whatever that year was when he did well, I'd take Mihm over Smith.
But because you can't guarantee that, Smith was a good choice, considering this year's feeble FA crop of bigmen.

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The 6ft Hurdle

Veteran, under 3 years, he can score in the post (kind of), and hopefully our young bigs can surpass him in playing time (at least in theory). Works for me.

Man, this is the first season I've actually enjoyed Pax's moves (assuming he doesn't do anything drastic). However, he created the problem and let's see if it works itself out.

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MikeDC

That's pretty good news. A nice tradeable contract himself, or a solid guy to have in case we (could) trade Wallace, and a reasonable deal if nobody goes anywhere.

I like his signing more than Noc's signing. I like Noc the player better, of course, but an injury-free 6'10 guy who's not BYC and not overpaid is just what the doctor ordered.

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McBulls

Outgoing :
Brown 6'10"
Sweetney 6'8"
Allen 6'10"
Barrett 5'10"

Incoming :
Smith 6'10"
Noah 7'0'
Gray 7'2"
Curry 6'3"

The Bulls will be a bit taller (≈11") next season (not considering Marty, who never played).

Ice Nine

A PF who can't even shoot 45% from the field. Must be a good character guy.

bullybullz

I believe P.J. is 6'11" :biggrin:

johnston797

I don't see this as setting us up to trade Wallace. He is the only real C on the whole roster (except Gray who is a project).

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bullybullz

What info are you looking at?? Last year, he shot a bit over 45%. Also, a very good free throw shooter I might add.

bullybullz

Better shooter, better free throw shooter, more athletic, quicker, better defender, better rebounder, more versatile, more veteran experience/leadership (which will help the Bulls tremendously), and since Big Ben and Joe Smith played together at Detroit, they know each other's tendencies and complement each other's game very well.

bullybullz

I still can't believe it's not even in the Chicago Bulls website yet. How embarrasing.