Golden State Re-Signs Mickael Pietrus

by Five Ten Entertainment on Oct 1, 2007 8:37 PM PDT

Hmm, not sure if this has been posted already... if it has then feel free to delete this diary.

RealGM Staff Report -
The Golden State Warriors have re-signed restricted free agent Mickael Pietrus, it was announced today by Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Chris Mullin. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not released.

http://realgm.com/src_wiretap_archives/48297/20071001/warriors_re_sign_restricted_free_agent_mickael _pietrus/

This FanPost is a submission from a member of the mighty Golden State of Mind community. While we're all here to throw up that W, these words do not necessarily reflect the views of the GSoM Crew. Still, chances are the preceding post is Unstoppable Baby!

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uh ok

how many people do they have under contract now then?

by llamalimbo1 on Oct 1, 2007 8:46 PM PDT reply actions

full roster

i think we have 15 players under contract right now

by PhaNxTasY on Oct 1, 2007 8:47 PM PDT up reply actions

so..

is he just trade bait or is he a keeper?

by jayknocc14 on Oct 1, 2007 8:49 PM PDT reply actions

solid

At the price for one year, absolutely no complaints.

Our roster is either deep or overcrowded, depending how the kids turn out. The best part is our "end run" team is entirely intact, minus J-Rich, but plus Belinelli, Azubuike, Croshere, Lasme, Wright, Kosta, Hudson, and the expected improvements of Ellis/Biedrins.

I'd be sad if we didn't get a shot to see Azubuike more, but this makes us far, far less resistant to injury (or suspension).

Gonna have some great training camp battles.

Questions? Complaints?

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by OptionZero @ Golden State Of Mind on Oct 1, 2007 8:59 PM PDT reply actions

Less resistant?

Yeah, I know what you meant. ;-)

Barring injury, I'm worried about one or more of MP2, Wright, Lasme, Azubuike, Barnes or Belinelli languishing on the bench, but overall I like the signing.

If Monta really doesn't take to the backup PG role, I wonder if he couldn't eventually find himself the odd man out...

by Sleepy Freud on Oct 1, 2007 9:14 PM PDT up reply actions

oops

more resistant!

Too deep beats too shallow, IMO. Shipping out extra depth usually brings assets back, but adding depth costs you assets, so..good position to be in.

As for Ellis...I'm already looking at what we can get back from Seattle at the deadline or offseason (Ridnour for the TPE and two first rounders!!!)

Questions? Complaints?

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by OptionZero @ Golden State Of Mind on Oct 1, 2007 9:22 PM PDT up reply actions

meh

Well I guess w/ Foyle and Sarunas possibly gone, they're going to need some replacement cheerleaders. Plus they'll need someone to keep Belinelli's seat warm... Pietrus and Ellis can alternate at that position.

by david240z on Oct 1, 2007 9:38 PM PDT reply actions

ahw mann

this signing definetely pushes the minutes for mah boys azubuike and lasme very limited. I am so against this b/c i want to see azubuike shine and not just sit on the bench then go to europe and like tear it up over there. hopefully this is only a temporary move for pietrus until we can get a better deal for him?

by GSwarrior on Oct 1, 2007 11:35 PM PDT reply actions

He had no choice

but if he wants to be free this is the best way to go. Hopefully he improves his basketball IQ.

by semarubaka on Oct 1, 2007 11:39 PM PDT reply actions

Ceeeelebrate good times, Come ON!

Go Mikael, its your birthday!

The best duo since...

by Tim N Chris Burger on Oct 1, 2007 11:42 PM PDT reply actions

yes!!!

You know after last year i have seemed to like MP and we got him at a decent price and ill tell ya Hes better than the 3 guys on the roster for training camp.... lol
go mp

Best seat in the House

by kaszowski on Oct 2, 2007 4:09 AM PDT reply actions

even if he is re-signed

he is still pissed off about not getting a contract/ not getting traded to the heat right? maybe that will have a negative impact on the team chemistry. in the past, pietrus has been a high-spirited player (with no basketball iq), but i am wondering whether he will have that same spirit and team commitment for the team this year, after they played hardball with him

by llamalimbo1 on Oct 2, 2007 8:56 AM PDT reply actions

it's a good thing

He's playing for a contract- the best motivation to be a good citizen and productive playing.

Whining or sucking will lower his pricetag, so if his agent has any brains, he'll tell MP to go out and earn his money.

Questions? Complaints?

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by OptionZero @ Golden State Of Mind on Oct 2, 2007 9:52 AM PDT up reply actions

A logical scenario

I love the signing because he can hold an important role during Jackson's 7-game suspension.

It definitely seems possible that he could be moved (for a draft pick or a talent at another position- possibly a developmental PG) near the trade deadline. The most logical move is to pass him along to the Blazers for whichever PG falls out of favor there, which is rumored to be Sergio Rodriguez

by dprodigy19 on Oct 2, 2007 10:03 AM PDT reply actions

Good

I can't say I'm excited to see him in a dubs jersey again but at that price we are getting our moneys worth. Like others have said already, chances are at one point or another having the extra depth will be a big advantage.

by olympicmike on Oct 2, 2007 1:18 PM PDT reply actions

Dude

MP's bitterness stems from the Warriors lack of desire to resign him (warranted). However, I always liked his hustle (although misguided at times) and outright love to wear a W's uniform. Does anybody remember that one post game interview when he kept screaming "GO Warriors" in his broken english. I too hope he plays smarter, but I also hope he plays with the same passion - cause he can be fun to watch!

by triplesix on Oct 2, 2007 4:09 PM PDT reply actions

blah

i would have rather let him walk. hopefully he'll elevate his game since he's playing for a long term deal, or even better dump him to a team looking to shed salary