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I agree somewhat with Niners, in before yall call me a LeBron hater.

First, he wants Riley to improve the roster, ok no one will argue this, but.

He wants MAX money, wants Bosh and Wade to take paycuts, while improving the roster substantially.

You cant have everything.

I dont have a problem with him wanting a max deal, hes clearly worthy of it but man he is somewhat being a drama queen here.
 
Heyward said:
I agree somewhat with Niners, in before yall call me a LeBron hater.

First, he wants Riley to improve the roster, ok no one will argue this, but.

He wants MAX money, wants Bosh and Wade to take paycuts, while improving the roster substantially.

You cant have everything.

I dont have a problem with him wanting a max deal, hes clearly worthy of it but man he is somewhat being a drama queen here.
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Again, how is he being a drama queen?
He didn't explicitly say "hey Dwayne and Chris, TAKE A PAYCUT MOTHER****ERS." He wants the max money he deserves, so Bosh and Wade would have to take a paycut for that to happen in Miami. Ok, fine. That's not being "dramatic." That makes absolutely no sense. Not even a little bit. He hasn't even said a word all off-season. Yet he's being a drama queen? Rationalize that stance all you want, but it's absolutely ridiculous.
 
If Riley doesn't improve the roster while giving LeBron max money, fine. James will go elsewhere. Again, not dramatic. Not in the least. That's bidness.
 
1997-98 Chicago Bulls Salaries

1 Michael Jordan $33,140,000

2 Toni Kukoc $4,560,000

3 Ron Harper $4,560,000

4 Dennis Rodman $4,500,000

5 Luc Longley $3,184,900

6 Scottie Pippen $2,775,000

7 Bill Wennington $1,800,000

8 Scott Burrell $1,430,000

9 Randy Brown $1,260,000

10 Dickey Simpkins $1,235,000

11 Robert Parish $1,150,000

12 Jason Caffey $850,920

13 Steve Kerr $750,000

14 David Vaughn $693,840

15 Keith Booth $597,600

16 Jud Buechler $500,000

17 Joe Kleine $272,250

18 Rusty LaRue *$242,000

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Greed.
 
acesfull86 said:
1997-98 Chicago Bulls Salaries

1 Michael Jordan $33,140,000
2 Toni Kukoc $4,560,000
3 Ron Harper $4,560,000
4 Dennis Rodman $4,500,000
5 Luc Longley $3,184,900
6 Scottie Pippen $2,775,000
7 Bill Wennington $1,800,000
8 Scott Burrell $1,430,000
9 Randy Brown $1,260,000
10 Dickey Simpkins $1,235,000
11 Robert Parish $1,150,000
12 Jason Caffey $850,920
13 Steve Kerr $750,000
14 David Vaughn $693,840
15 Keith Booth $597,600
16 Jud Buechler $500,000
17 Joe Kleine $272,250
18 Rusty LaRue *$242,000

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Greed.
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Different salary cap back then.

One year.

Pretty sure MJ made a lot less in the 90-96 years,
 
LMAO that is rich...he wants max money to FUEL HIS EGO...his ego that's SO OUT OF CONTROL compared to other NBA players, most of which have NO EGO. All the players in history who wanted max money weren't trying to fuel their egos, but LeBron definitely is.

That's such a joke, man. It's embarrassing that some people actually think that way. I wouldn't share those dumbass opinions with other people, because you sound like an utter moron. I guess I shouldn't expect rationality from those who hate irrationally. Being irrational is part of the MO.
 
And I still don't understand how the report that came out saying he's exploring the market makes him a drama queen. I mean, are you even trying to put together a decent argument? Exploring the market?!?!?! Well I know who loves drama!!!
 
Heyward said:
Different salary cap back then.

One year.

Pretty sure MJ made a lot less in the 90-96 years,
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He did make less, but was always (as far as I'm willing to look) the highest paid bull and probably one of the highest paid players in the NBA.

BTW why isn't Kobe called greedy? He recently signed a 2 years nearly 50 million dollar contract.Why isn't he called greedy?
 
zitothebrave said:
He did make less, but was always (as far as I'm willing to look) the highest paid bull and probably one of the highest paid players in the NBA.

BTW why isn't Kobe called greedy? He recently signed a 2 years nearly 50 million dollar contract.Why isn't he called greedy?
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Because you can just tell Kobe doesn't have an ego and doesn't care about an ego, but you can tell LeBron has a huge ego and needs to stroke his ego.
Kobe and LeBron are totally different.
 
zitothebrave said:
BTW why isn't Kobe called greedy? He recently signed a 2 years nearly 50 million dollar contract.Why isn't he called greedy?
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I said when he signed he was Re:Kobe that he was.

He should have signed a Dirk/Duncan/KG deal (3 years, 30ish mil or so) which would allow them to sign 2 max guys. They may not win a title if he did that but better chance with him taking up 1/4 of the cap.
 
It's funny how much yeezus defends LeBron.

I dont think it's his ego but i just find it funny he wants great players around him, wants Bosh/Wade to sign less while having a max contract for him.

Not saying he's greedy or an ego but thats pretty much the cake saying.
 
Heyward said:
It's funny how much yeezus defends LeBron.

I dont think it's his ego but i just find it funny he wants great players around him, wants Bosh/Wade to sign less while having a max contract for him.

Not saying he's greedy or an ego but thats pretty much the cake saying.
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What is so wrong for wanting to be paid for what he's worth? And Bosh/Wade are not max level players.
 
gilesfan said:
What is so wrong for wanting to be paid for what he's worth? And Bosh/Wade are not max level players.
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Nothing wrong with it at all, just look at what else i said.

He wants max money and great players around him.

Bosh is worth a max or would get one from another team, Houston rumored to if Melo doesnt choose them.

Wade isnt but he isnt at league-min/Manu 6th-man role either.
 
Heyward said:
It's funny how much yeezus defends LeBron.

I dont think it's his ego but i just find it funny he wants great players around him, wants Bosh/Wade to sign less while having a max contract for him.

Not saying he's greedy or an ego but thats pretty much the cake saying.
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I think the things people say are absurd and make no sense.
Has he said he wants Bosh and Wade to take a pay cut? I'm sure he's all for his friends going and getting their money if they can. He wants his, just like every other player, and there's nothing wrong with that. That doesn't make anyone a drama queen. It's an intriguing situation and it's complicated, but he already took less money. Any player in his shoes would do the exact same thing.
 
Looks like Melo will go to NY or LA, sounds like he cares about money, his wife, and not winning titles.
 
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