The Regime Posted June 16, 2012 Report Share Posted June 16, 2012 Brandon Roy confirmed rumors of his return to the NBA by tweeting on Friday night that he’s been training daily, his health is good and is planning on returning to the league next season. But since Roy doesn’t have Twitter, he made the announcement under the account for Will Conroy, his college teammate at the University of Washington who is now in the NBDL. Alex Kennedy of HoopsWorld.com put the series of tweets together: “Lord willing, I will play again soon,” Roy wrote in a series of tweets. “Yes, I’m preparing for a comeback. I’m training daily. I’m preparing for a return next year. I appreciate the love. Hopefully I’ll be back on the floor soon. Health is good.” When asked by a fan if he could return to the Portland Trailblazers, Roy said it’s highly unlikely he’d return to the Blazers for next season: “I wish, but due to the NBA rules I cannot play in Portland until 2014-2015,” Roy tweeted. “I’m looking to return sooner. Thanks for your support. I’m fortunate to have played for such a great fan base. No matter where I play, Portland will always have a special place in my heart.” Roy was named Rookie of the Year when he played for the Blazers in 2006 but announced his retirement in 2011 because of chronic knee problems. He will train in Seattle as he plans for his return to the NBA. http://tracking.si.com/2012/06/16/brandon-roy-nba-portland-trailblazers-retirement/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DunkinDerozan Posted June 16, 2012 Report Share Posted June 16, 2012 Wow. It will be interesting to see how much he can really do with his bad knees. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flash Posted June 16, 2012 Report Share Posted June 16, 2012 Shit I'll take him for cheap to replace Mike Miller Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warren2ThaG Posted June 16, 2012 Report Share Posted June 16, 2012 Wow. It will be interesting to see how much he can really do with his bad knees. He can do a lot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChosenOne Posted June 16, 2012 Report Share Posted June 16, 2012 Boston should give him a look if they dont plan on bringing back Allen. Other teams that should and could give a look would be Utah and Dallas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingfish Posted June 17, 2012 Report Share Posted June 17, 2012 Come to LA. Kobe always said u were the toughest player to guard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warren2ThaG Posted June 17, 2012 Report Share Posted June 17, 2012 wasn't this with bad knees?http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJjeZ4Scm9E 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Make It Naaaashty Posted June 17, 2012 Report Share Posted June 17, 2012 Pair up with Nash. Win a ship. Surprise the world. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JYD Posted June 17, 2012 Report Share Posted June 17, 2012 Looks like every fan wants him. He'd be great off the bench next season if we lose JR Smith and Steve Novak. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jenneral Posted June 17, 2012 Report Share Posted June 17, 2012 Take a chance on him Milwaukee. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Next Knick Posted June 17, 2012 Report Share Posted June 17, 2012 I'm ecstatic, I love this guy. You could see the passion he had, and to make a comeback after such an early retirement is amazing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Feelgood Posted June 18, 2012 Report Share Posted June 18, 2012 To be honest, I'm dying for Roy to come back. And as much as I hate the Lakers, the Thunder, and the Heat...if he goes to any of those teams, you can bet your ass, I'm still buying a Roy jersey. No matter where he goes, he's still got my support. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owner Real Deal Posted June 18, 2012 Owner Report Share Posted June 18, 2012 Mutual interest here. Mike Gabriel @MikedupRadiocom Hearing that the #Lakers are interested in Brandon Roy. Also, as I mentioned when the season ended, the Grizz have interest in Pau Gasol.Peter Vecsey @PeterVecsey1 Brandon Roy is considering Lakers should he come back. I say he's coming back 4 sure...but to Warriors, where ex-agent Bob Myers is GMI'm assuming he realizes we don't have any big money to offer, lol. We have the partial MLE, and minimum contracts. I would do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Universe Posted June 18, 2012 Report Share Posted June 18, 2012 With limited minutes, Roy can still be super effective. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blazed49 Posted June 18, 2012 Report Share Posted June 18, 2012 The crazy thing is they wouldn't really have to change the offense for the 2nd team with him because he's somewhat of a similar player as kobe(eventhough he's not even close to kobe's level.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Feelgood Posted June 19, 2012 Report Share Posted June 19, 2012 Mutual interest here. I'm assuming he realizes we don't have any big money to offer, lol. We have the partial MLE, and minimum contracts. I would do it. Honestly, I'm sure he doesn't even care about money at this point. He's still getting paid that fat ass contract from Paul Allen. I think he just wants to play at this point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finch23 Posted June 19, 2012 Report Share Posted June 19, 2012 He's interested in playing for LA? Shocker!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChosenOne Posted June 24, 2012 Report Share Posted June 24, 2012 Warriors Interested In Signing Brandon Roy The Warriors are interested in signing Brandon Roy, who is interested in making a comeback during the 12-13 season. Bob Myers, Golden State's general manager, represented Roy when he was a player agent. “It’s a possibility,” Myers said about Roy. “He’s an easy phone call to make.” Roy is capable of playing both guard positions. “I told (Roy) when he was amnesty-ed … ‘I hope this isn’t it for you. Make sure this isn’t it. He’s said publicly he wants to come back, so I’ll start to talk to him. It depends how everything goes for us and what his expectations are and all of that. But absolutely I’ll talk to him.” Read more: http://basketball.realgm.com/wiretap/221651/Warriors_Interested_In_Signing_Brandon_Roy#ixzz1yftOJ4f0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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