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Talkin' Cavs - live chat with Sam Amico

Wednesday December 12, 2012

12:00

Sam Amico:

Greetings, NBA fans.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:00 Sam Amico

12:01

[Comment From Cavs fan in HoustonCavs fan in Houston: ]

Happy Holidays Sam! Ok..so it's been a pleasure to see the Cavs (via the Lakers) in all the headlines and leading stories among sports media, something that is unheard of these days. It's understood that the Lakers are struggling and I think they will be fine by playoff time. With that said, the talk is still ONLY about what the Lakers did wrong...What about what the CAVS did RIGHT? Kyrie's game is obvious, but did anything else stick out to you from last night? This was a much needed morale booster for the team and us as fans.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:01 Cavs fan in Houston

12:05

Sam Amico:

Good comment/question. I was impressed with all five starters last night -- even Tristan, who grabbed 10 rebounds and provided some energy. For all the talk of Kobe and Kyrie (and CJ Miles' fantastic game), people tend to forget about Alonzo Gee's big threes, Andy's 20 points and 9 rebounds and HUGE J in the final minute, Tristan's 10 rebounds .... it was a team effort in the truest sense.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:05 Sam Amico

12:05

[Comment From markmark: ]

if c.j. keeps this up will he start even when dion cimes back?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:05 mark

12:05

Sam Amico:

No.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:05 Sam Amico

12:06

Sam Amico:

Sorry, hit return there. No, Dion is the starter. That's why they drafted him. He has already done what CJ's done. CJ just needs to do that off the bench.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:06 Sam Amico

12:07

[Comment From SammieSammie: ]

Did you ever get further confirmation on whether or not Cavs' right to swap picks with Lakers is lottery-protected?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:07 Sammie

12:08

Sam Amico:

That's a mess Sammie. I've been told two different things by two different teams and the league won't answer. But Lakers will make playoffs. They have Kobe and Dwight Howard. They have to.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:08 Sam Amico

12:08

[Comment From CeltsFanCeltsFan: ]

Hey, Varejao for ABradley, BBass , JSullinger plus picks...Who says no??

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:08 CeltsFan

12:08

Sam Amico:

Me.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:08 Sam Amico

12:09

Sam Amico:

Actually, I mean I'd take that as Cavs. But probably not Celtics.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:09 Sam Amico

12:09

[Comment From CurtCurt: ]

Where you as big of fan as me of the Z, Kemp, Cedric Henderson, Wesley Person, Brevin Knight Cavs? I don't know why I thought of that team but I liked them. After that playoff team it was years of bad until you know who got here.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:09 Curt

12:10

Sam Amico:

Good comment, Curt. Interestingly, I was living in Wyoming at the time, following the Jazz and Nuggets. It was the only time I wasn't real sure what was happening with the Cavs.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:10 Sam Amico

12:10

[Comment From JOeBJOeB: ]

In reality, how close is Waiters to returning?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:10 JOeB

12:12

Sam Amico:

I think he's close. I see him at practice. He's running with the trainers. He could probably play now. But as Byron Scott said last night, why rush it? Make sure he's 100 percent. Last thing you want is for him to come back too soon, then have the injury flare up again.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:12 Sam Amico

12:12

[Comment From AustinAustin: ]

How can the Cavs improve their bench? It's really hard watching our second unit come in and them blow the lead

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:12 Austin

12:14

Sam Amico:

Well, probably through free agency and trades. But Kyrie returned, and the reserves went back to their lousy form.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:14 Sam Amico

12:14

[Comment From EggEgg: ]

I know it's still ridiculous to think the Lakers wouldn't make the playoffs, but was Kyrie's return last night to beat the Lakers too convenient when we consider we'll likely have their 2013 1st rounder?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:14 Egg

12:15

Sam Amico:

Eh, I'm not a conspiracy theorist.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:15 Sam Amico

12:15

[Comment From RyanRyan: ]

Hey, Sam. Do you think this cavs team could still find it's way into the playoffs if they stay heathly?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:15 Ryan

12:16

Sam Amico:

Yes, if they want, and here's why: The Central Division stinks, and overall, the East ain't great. I still think there are three spots up for grabs ... and a 34-win season will get you in.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:16 Sam Amico

12:16

Sam Amico:

As I've mentioned repeatedly on Twitter, the 1984-85 Cavs made playoffs after starting 2-19. So anything can happen, I suppose.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:16 Sam Amico

12:16

[Comment From RobertNeroRobertNero: ]

Lakers are making the playoffs, they always make the playoffs.. no need to worry about the protection of the pick

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:16 RobertNero

12:17

Sam Amico:

Yeah, doubting that is foolhardy.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:17 Sam Amico

12:17

[Comment From MatthewMatthew: ]

Do you believe this could be the turning point for the Cavs?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:17 Matthew

12:18

Sam Amico:

Could be. What's important is that they keep competing like they have been without Kyrie. Now that he's back, you should be able to pull off some of those close games.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:18 Sam Amico

12:19

Sam Amico:

Byron Scott answered that very question last night. "We just needed a win."

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:19 Sam Amico

12:19

[Comment From Nick KalkaNick Kalka: ]

Should the cavs go after Andrea Bargnani? What would it take to get him?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:19 Nick Kalka

12:20

Sam Amico:

I'm not an NBA GM, but if you could get him for not much, sure. Guy is a mess right now, though. It'd be risky.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:20 Sam Amico

12:20

[Comment From DanDan: ]

is it possible for the guy you're guarding to score 42 and still make me think you did a good job? because i feel Gee made it really tough on Kobe.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:20 Dan

12:21

Sam Amico:

Haha. Yes! That's what I wrote in the column this morning. But did you see how many amazing shots Kobe hit (surprise, surprise)? Without Gee, Kobe would've had 102.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:21 Sam Amico

12:21

[Comment From JMS999JMS999: ]

I asked Chris Grant at the Cavs Season ticket holder party on Tuesday about the Lakers swap pick and he told me it is lottery protected. Just wondering how your sources can be so confused???

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:21 JMS999

12:22

Sam Amico:

Because they are human beings (so I sometimes forgive them) and mostly, because no one really thinks the Lakers are going to miss the playoffs, so they don't put any thought into it.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:22 Sam Amico

12:22

Sam Amico:

I'm with the latter group. Mostly, I think Clevelanders need to stop constantly worrying about draft picks all the time. That will be nice.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:22 Sam Amico

12:22

[Comment From ChrisChris: ]

Long-range thinking type of question here. I know the Cavaliers are going young this season (and the previous two seasons) but there is a fine line they're walking here as this is looking like season 3 in the lottery. At some point, you need to start winning games or you become the Sacramento Kings. That being said, when do the Cavaliers start adding needed veterans vs. rookies to help them get to a playoff level? As we've seen with C.J. Miles, there is an adjustment period to new teams so I'm thinking the sooner the Cavs start adding some veterans the better as I'd like to avoid season 4 in the lottery if possible.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:22 Chris

12:24

Sam Amico:

Good comments. I don't think they have any plans to add any vets this season. They have a plan, they're sticking to it, and it involves young players and a couple movable assets. My guess is the real playoff push comes next season -- which, in my opinion, is only season 3 of the plan. The year after LBJ left was an absolute wash.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:24 Sam Amico

12:24

[Comment From RobertNeroRobertNero: ]

Everyone says we are modeling ourselves after OKC, the problem is OKC is literally a once in a life time model. Getting to draft Durant, hitting on westbrook and harden and Ibaka all had to deal with OKC getting things to work out perfect. That being said, I dont see the Cavs as having the same success with drafting so far, (other than kyrie). So why dont people talk about another model like say CHicago? they hit it with the number one pick, added key role/starters in Noah, Gibson, Deng and signed a big free agent in Boozer (some people dont like it, but he hasnt been bad for them) could you see the cavs doing something like this? We have a stock pile of picks and could add some more at the deadline, and we can only have cap space for so long, these rookies will need their contracts extended eventually and I only see Kyrie being worth their max contract of 5 yr 80 mil. Why dont the cavs look into (not saying they do, and not saying there is a lot out there) to add a guy while we have cap space to fit him in... could be within the next 2-3 years with our cap situation. Sorry I know that was really long

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:24 RobertNero

12:25

Sam Amico:

Whoa! Go ahead and read that one, folks. It's from Robert so I'm sure it's good.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:25 Sam Amico

12:25

[Comment From gregorgregor: ]

minnesota looks to have given up on derrick williams. before the draft that netted kyrie and tristan thompson, the cavs were linked to williams very heavily, and he has fallen out of favor with the timberwolves. would the cavs be interested in making a call or do they feel tristan has the higher upside? would a change of scenery help both players?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:25 gregor

12:25

Sam Amico:

Eh, I wouldn't make that trade. I still think Tristan can become something. Williams is two years into his career and we still have no idea which forward spot suits him best.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:25 Sam Amico

12:26

Sam Amico:

I warned that scouts were putting too much stock in Williams' NCAA tourney game vs. Duke. And they did.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:26 Sam Amico

12:26

[Comment From markmark: ]

when are they going to start zeller?also what do u think of starting dion and c.j. and bring gee of the bench?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:26 mark

12:27

Sam Amico:

Zeller won't start for a while. Byron likes having him off the bench.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:27 Sam Amico

12:28

Sam Amico:

I like keeping Gee in the starting lineup. He can guard SFs, SGs, PGs in a pinch. Miles needs to bring that scoring and energy in a reserve role. That's what Byron wants!

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:28 Sam Amico

12:28

[Comment From ChrisChris: ]

I can't remember, is Zydrunas Ilgauskas helping Tristan Thompson with his offensive development? If not, what is Z's role within the organization and who is helping Thompson with his offensive development?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:28 Chris

12:28

Sam Amico:

Everyone works with Thompson. Z's also scouting.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:28 Sam Amico

12:28

[Comment From ChrisChris: ]

Since they are not rushing Waiters back until he is 100%, did they rush Irving back before he was completely 100% since he came back a week early?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:28 Chris

12:28

Sam Amico:

No.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:28 Sam Amico

12:28

Sam Amico:

He wanted to come back. The doctors cleared him. Dion hasn't been cleared.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:28 Sam Amico

12:29

[Comment From CurtCurt: ]

Getting way ahead of myself here but, ignoring who is actually on the board because we don't know yet, what position do you see the Cavs targeting in this years draft? Or will it simply be best available that isn't a pure PG?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:29 Curt

12:30

Sam Amico:

Probably small forward. Maybe shooting guard. They still need to get stronger at the wing.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:30 Sam Amico

12:30

[Comment From BenBen: ]

Is there still a debate on whether the Cavs made the right choice with Tristan? I'm under the impression that Jonas V didn't want to play here and there's really been no breakout stars better than TT from that draft class unless you consider Faried/Leonard/Klay Thompson, who were all drafted outside of the top ten.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:30 Ben

12:31

Sam Amico:

There will always be debate. But the people who were going nuts over Jonas V sure are quiet now. I think Jonas V will be a nice player. He's not going to change the world. Neither will Tristan. But I think they will have similar careers.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:31 Sam Amico

12:31

[Comment From RobertNeroRobertNero: ]

just wanted to make a comment, watching Kyrie and Andy play together last night, goodness they are magic!

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:31 RobertNero

12:32

Sam Amico:

NBA fans everywhere love watching them, too. Not just Cavs fans.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:32 Sam Amico

12:32

[Comment From ZackZack: ]

How many days until we can draft Shabazz?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:32 Zack

12:32

Sam Amico:

Is he a superhero?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:32 Sam Amico

12:32

[Comment From MattMatt: ]

I know you don't cover them but what did you think of the big Indians/Reds/Arizona trade? As a Reds fan, I'm excited for Choo. All I can say is have fun with Stubbs...

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:32 Matt

12:32

Sam Amico:

That's a good comment for people who follow such things.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:32 Sam Amico

12:33

[Comment From MattMatt: ]

Do you think the team makes a trade for bench help?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:33 Matt

12:33

Sam Amico:

I think it's possible. But they haven't made that decision yet.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:33 Sam Amico

12:33

[Comment From JoeBJoeB: ]

The Cavs playing the Pacers could be another reality check for Cavs fans.....

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:33 JoeB

12:34

Sam Amico:

I don't think anyone has any hopes that they'll win by 20 -- or win at all. Last night was a game that could sap them of they're energy. This is the toughest back-to-back in a brutal early schedule full of them. The Cavs should lose, and lose big. Anything more is a win.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:34 Sam Amico

12:34

Sam Amico:

*their energy

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:34 Sam Amico

12:35

Sam Amico:

First typo of the chat! Drink!

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:35 Sam Amico

12:35

Sam Amico:

OK, falling behind and I want to get to your questions and comments. Short answers coming. Ready. Set. ...

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:35 Sam Amico

12:35

[Comment From SammieSammie: ]

Just to clarify, I'm a Lakers fan every night they're not playing the Cavs. And I'm really hoping they make the playoffs. But the Cavs fan in me couldn't help but wonder. On that note...can we get Gasol back down in the post, please?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:35 Sammie

12:36

Sam Amico:

I think they will. At least, they'd better.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:36 Sam Amico

12:36

[Comment From ChrisChris: ]

I just saw an article that Kevin Love is not too happy with the Timberwolves front office and the direction they are going. If he decides to bolt from Minny, do you think Irving could convince Love to give the Cavs serious consideration? I thought they might have a bit of a connection since they did the second Uncle Drew commercial together.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:36 Chris

12:36

Sam Amico:

I think that's extremely unlikely.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:36 Sam Amico

12:36

[Comment From ZackZack: ]

Bargnani is one of the worst big men in the game. Why even answer that?!

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:36 Zack

12:36

Sam Amico:

Oh, because I like you guys. :)

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:36 Sam Amico

12:36

[Comment From MattMatt: ]

Who plays which spot when Andy and Zeller are on the floor together?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:36 Matt

12:37

Sam Amico:

Interchangeable, depends on matchups.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:37 Sam Amico

12:37

[Comment From bradbrad: ]

What, in your opinion, do the cavs need?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:37 brad

12:38

Sam Amico:

Mostly? Game experience and good health. And help on the bench, which they can find in the middle or late first round of the draft. Other than that, I wouldn't mess with things. No need to hit reset button all the time like Browns. Get your guys, and go.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:38 Sam Amico

12:38

[Comment From MattMatt: ]

Do you see a small forward being the first pick for the Cavs in the draft?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:38 Matt

12:38

Sam Amico:

Possibly, yes. Although far from guaranteed.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:38 Sam Amico

12:39

[Comment From CharlieCharlie: ]

Bargnanis value will never be lower than it is right now but he is only 27 yrs old and the risk is well worth it. I would trade Tristan Thompson to his hometown Toronto and late 1st rounder maybe rotation player and make a real run.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:39 Charlie

12:39

Sam Amico:

OK.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:39 Sam Amico

12:39

[Comment From SimonSimon: ]

What do you think of the trade Andy,Tristan and a #1 pick to Twolves for Love and D.Williams?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:39 Simon

12:39

Sam Amico:

Wow. Does that work under the cap?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:39 Sam Amico

12:39

[Comment From ZackZack: ]

Will Varejao know how to play in the All-Star game or will he be his normal pestering self? I can't see him playing relaxed, no-defense basketball. It just doesn't work in my brain.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:39 Zack

12:40

Sam Amico:

Haha. Yep, he plays ONE speed: Spazz.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:40 Sam Amico

12:40

[Comment From NickNick: ]

Is josh smith available?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:40 Nick

12:40

Sam Amico:

Are you looking for a date?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:40 Sam Amico

12:40

Sam Amico:

Haha! Just kidding, Nick. He will be come February. Expiring contract. But not yet.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:40 Sam Amico

12:40

[Comment From MattMatt: ]

Could you see a trade for Al Harrington when he returns? Supposedly on the block. And I don't feel like that coming up with a proposal for it haha.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:40 Matt

12:41

Sam Amico:

Haha. In that case, yes!

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:41 Sam Amico

12:41

[Comment From RobertNeroRobertNero: ]

I know youre not big on the college game sam with all the reporting you have to do with the NBA, but for the other posters, I could see Cavs liking Alex Len center from Maryland and Otto Porter SF from Georgetown, but then again I also thought they would have liked Harrison Barnes and Jonas V!

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:41 RobertNero

12:41

Sam Amico:

Awesome! Thanks for the names! I've heard of Porter, at least.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:41 Sam Amico

12:42

[Comment From DreezDreez: ]

why are Cavs fan on impatient? I think we've been spoiled a lil before this year are last 2 lottery picks were HOME RUNS (Bron,Kyrie) and we dont get that it takes time for rookies to learn the game get use to the speed get use to NOT getting calls to become truly effective everybody's not going to come in the Kyrie or Lillard and just play like they been in the league for years some people just dont get it...all they want to do is complain when a rookie doesn't come out avg 18-20 pts a game let players develop first..it just really kils me Sam.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:42 Dreez

12:42

Sam Amico:

Good comment. Thank you. Patience isn't easy for anyone.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:42 Sam Amico

12:42

[Comment From GuestGuest: ]

With the way pargo played in kyries absence any chance managment will drop Sloan and pick up a guard who can score off the bench? I think Redd would be a great addition, he's a class act who can still put up points. I'd also like to see a Delonte return!

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:42 Guest

12:43

Sam Amico:

No way will they bring Delonte back, so lose that thought right now. Not the guy you want around a young team. Redd, however, is fantastic. Makes no sense why he hasn't been signed by anyone.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:43 Sam Amico

12:43

[Comment From ChrisChris: ]

Do you think Omri Casspi has a future here in Cleveland (or the NBA for that matter)? He's looked better than last year but that isn't saying very much.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:43 Chris

12:44

Sam Amico:

I think he'll head back to Israel after the season. Just a hunch.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:44 Sam Amico

12:44

[Comment From VisitorVisitor: ]

One guy I'd like us to keep an eye on is Wilson Chandler. Not a star by any means, but could be a solid player with this crew. His contract isn't terrible either.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:44 Visitor

12:44

Sam Amico:

Chandler is a nice player. But Nuggets really like him.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:44 Sam Amico

12:44

[Comment From CharlieCharlie: ]

I agree with building thru the draft but COME ON! We know the Cavs got it right with Kyrie/Waiters. Varejao is best Center in the league right now but is that supposed to last forever? Put another real big man next to Varejao and we can at least make the playoffs. Do we really want those late 1st rd picks nobody really has details on? Time to make a move.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:44 Charlie

12:45

Sam Amico:

Admire your passion, Charlie.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:45 Sam Amico

12:45

[Comment From DreezDreez: ]

This is a weak draft..weaker then 11 but there aren't many wings or good wings 4 that matter there are plenty of bigs tho I think Cavs could use some rim protection if u ask me

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:45 Dreez

12:45

Sam Amico:

This draft, by all accounts, stinks.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:45 Sam Amico

12:45

[Comment From SimonSimon: ]

Yes that trade works under the cap... Your thoughts please.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:45 Simon

12:45

Sam Amico:

Pull the trigger.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:45 Sam Amico

12:46

[Comment From GuestGuest: ]

Any comment on the pseudo zone defense, Byron Scott has been tossing in at times.Are we going to see it more?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:46 Guest

12:47

Sam Amico:

If it works, yes! I like what I saw from the D last night, even if Kobe did score 217. He worked for every one.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:47 Sam Amico

12:47

[Comment From VisitorVisitor: ]

Chandler's minutes are a career low and trending downward. Imagine they aren't that in love

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:47 Visitor

12:48

Sam Amico:

Well, I asked their GM two days ago if Chandler is available. He said no. But sure, possibility exists that he was lying.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:48 Sam Amico

12:48

Sam Amico:

And I'm being serious there. I'm lied to regularly. By both men and women. :)

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:48 Sam Amico

12:48

[Comment From MattMatt: ]

CJ Leslie from NC State?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:48 Matt

12:49

Sam Amico:

I don't follow.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:49 Sam Amico

12:49

Sam Amico:

The question, I mean. Do you want my opinion of the kid?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:49 Sam Amico

12:49

[Comment From Raptors fanRaptors fan: ]

Would the Cavaliers have any interest in Bargnani?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:49 Raptors fan

12:49

Sam Amico:

I think so. I think anyone would.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:49 Sam Amico

12:49

[Comment From SammieSammie: ]

Did you see the rumors this morning that Lakers are possibly looking at Delonte? He could be a nice stopgap at pg and still useful bench player when Nash comes back if he keeps his head straight. Can veteran Lakers keep him in check?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:49 Sammie

12:50

Sam Amico:

I can't answer that one, Sammie. He has a disorder. It's clearly tough to manage and other teams have failed. So ... it's a risk.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:50 Sam Amico

12:50

[Comment From MattMatt: ]

Yes. If you've heard of him.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:50 Matt

12:51

Sam Amico:

I've heard of CJ Leslie from NC State. Never have seen him play, probably never will until he gets to the NBA (or a major NCAA tournament run).

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:51 Sam Amico

12:51

[Comment From Raptors fanRaptors fan: ]

Really? Who do you think are the most likely teams to land Bargnani?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:51 Raptors fan

12:52

Sam Amico:

I'd think the T-Wolves would have a shot. Want Derrick Williams?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:52 Sam Amico

12:52

[Comment From VisitorVisitor: ]

Also wanted to comment on a tweet you had, about CJ Miles shooting every time he touched the ball and you were glad someone plays like you, haha. You must have missed Antawn the last 2 years :)

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:52 Visitor

12:52

Sam Amico:

Oh yeah! :)

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:52 Sam Amico

12:52

[Comment From DJDJ: ]

What is the best package you've heard discussed in a possible trade for Varejao? Any offers that are worth dealing Andy for?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:52 DJ

12:54

Sam Amico:

From fans? Yes. From people within the league? No. But honestly DJ, I don't write or mention pretend trades too much, because then someone tweets out, "Sam Amico says the Cavs are thinking of making this trade ..." Once that fire starts, there's no way to put it out.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:54 Sam Amico

12:54

[Comment From Raptors fanRaptors fan: ]

How would Bargnani fit in Minnesota? Insurance for Kevin Love?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:54 Raptors fan

12:55

Sam Amico:

He could play center, small forward, too. Could you imagine a frontline of Love, Pekovic and Bargnani? Make other teams matchup with you.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:55 Sam Amico

12:56

Sam Amico:

OK, folks, couple more. It's been an hour! You'll need to get back to work soon, right? :)

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:56 Sam Amico

12:57

Sam Amico:

P.S. You can catch me talking NBA trades, etc., on Cavaliers Live pregame show tonight on FOX Sports Ohio.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:57 Sam Amico

12:57

Sam Amico:

DJ, yes, pretty much. Sorry for not using your comment, though. I don't allow the names of other networks (especially that one).

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:57 Sam Amico

12:58

[Comment From Raptors fanRaptors fan: ]

It's my day off.. I have a lot of questions left!!!

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:58 Raptors fan

12:58

Sam Amico:

Fire away!! I'll give you three. But hurry!

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:58 Sam Amico

12:58

[Comment From CurtCurt: ]

Favorite road city/arena to visit?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:58 Curt

12:58

Sam Amico:

Milwaukee.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:58 Sam Amico

12:58

Sam Amico:

Because I'm lame and the Bucks have far and away the best food every time I visit.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:58 Sam Amico

12:59

Sam Amico:

And their PR staff is fantastic.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:59 Sam Amico

12:59

[Comment From VisitorVisitor: ]

Speaking of pregame shows, put in a word with the league office that League pass needs to quit chopping so much pre/post game. All we get is AC and Fred :/ and i wont bash them b/c I learned from last time...

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:59 Visitor

12:59

Sam Amico:

Haha. I can tell you the league office pretty much does the opposite of what I suggest. :)

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:59 Sam Amico

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[Comment From Raptors fanRaptors fan: ]

Which other teams would want him? What about Jose Calderon? Who wants him other than the Lakers?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 12:59 Raptors fan

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Sam Amico:

To be honest, I don't think either is in high demand. So "wants" may be a strong word.

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:00 Sam Amico

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[Comment From DJDJ: ]

Top three athletes in the NBA? I won't get mad if you include King James. Gotta be him, Blake Show, and...?

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:00 DJ

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Sam Amico:

You pick. That's a good question and a tight race. But I'd agree with those two. Just saw Blake last night and thought, "No one that big should be able to jump that high."

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:01 Sam Amico

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Sam Amico:

OK, guys. You've been awesome. But I'm starving. Thanks for taking the time and I'll talk to you soon on Twitter and FOXSportsOhio.com.

Have a great day!

Wednesday December 12, 2012 1:02 Sam Amico

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