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By: Why Rondo’s extension puts C’s in a tough spot for next year » Boston Celtics Basketball – Celtics news, rumors and analysis – CelticsHub.com

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:51:58 +0000

[...] as indicated above, that the Pierce salary is a player option. Now despite the fact there has been rumblings about Pierce being willing to decline that option and instead restructure his deal in an extension, that is a scenario that Celtics fans can’t [...]

By: Can Paul Pierce Really Rework His Deal? » Boston Celtics Basketball – Celtics news, rumors and analysis – CelticsHub.com

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:07:49 +0000

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By: matthewsgreen17

matthewsgreen17 — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 18:42:37 +0000

Paul is unselfish and loyal. However I think he will exorcise his option for just over 21mil and wait to deal with his contract the following season to see what direction the team will go in. I hope he doesnt and realizes that by accepting a modest paycut and take a contract of 15 milish and leaves a little money for the team to sign its own players (ie rondo) or free agents keeping the team in the title hunt for atleast the next few years

By: Sweeney

Sweeney — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 17:12:57 +0000

I think the key is that we want the franchise to treat the franchise player with class and dignity. In the same light we expect the same in return from him.

I believe a 3 year deal worth 38 mil is realistic, especially in light of what has transpired this year with regards to the FA market.

Because of the championship, I would gladly take competitive Celtic basketball for a few years with a moderate chance of winning it all. If that meant keeping PP and to a larger extent the big 3 together to go out together. It is not not often we as fans get to show our appreciation to players in the twilight of their career.

Unless PP goes all Favre on us…eeeewwww.

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By: Ted

Ted — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:23:50 +0000

Don’t make too big a deal out of it. I think when talking about Pierce in the context of team affairs some may refer to him as the Captain just to show some respect and state the fact.
He is really known as the Truth everywhere all the time in any other context. Quite frankly, I rarely hear the nickname the Captain” and it’s probably more of a writing gimmick to avoid writing Pierce, Pierce… Pierce…

I too am curious what good prospects will be available and a good fit for the ME.
As for the thesis of this latest story, I like the idea of giving Pierce the next 3 years at a lower rate if he forgoes the big final year. Of course, even if he takes the big pay day, the following year we can go for him at market value anyway. I’d love for him to retire a Celt but let’s not slit our own throats regarding a championship. We gotta do right for the franchise.

By: jonathan

jonathan — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 23:56:47 +0000

Sorry Rocci, it’s been something I’ve wondered about for a little while now. And as for your counter example he’s known by “Captain Jack,” which is wholly different in the nickname category. Anyway, since no one’s answered my query I’ll let it drop. Although I will point out that your post criticizing me for my post also failed to address anything in the original topic as well.

As for Pierce’s contract, I’d let it expire and let the market dictate. Realistically, if the Celtics don’t win this year their championship window has closed. The Lakers, Orlando, Portland, Cavs are all younger (key players) and if things work out for Miami this coming summer than I’d say the Celtics in 2010-11 are probably the sixth best team in the league and the fourth in the east. At that point best thing to do is blow it up and hope Rondo’s good enough to rebuild around.