It sounds like they want to see the team for a few games to figure out what they need.

No doubt they'll have a few options to cater for various needs.

Keep in mind Randall was on a cheaper contract, so we won’t be seeing a "like for like" talent.

They can't afford to spend too long messing around though.

Nick Marshall elevated to roster spot so it looks like no import replacement anytime soon. The saying there's only one ball certainly was true with Adelaide's stacked side. Johnson, Franks and Cleveland will be happy Randall is gone.

Hopefully in the meantime CJ gives Sotto a bit more of a run
He's been playing pretty well when CJ has actually let him see the court

There is going to be no perfect fit for this team. The first mistake was picking up McCarron on big money last year. That just means we're always going to have some sort of Frankenstein guard rotation to make up for the fact he is neither a point nor shooting guard. And then you've got both Robert Franks and Daniel Johnson, excelling and lacking in the exact same areas. Those are two holes you're trying to fill with one player. So do we go with a shooting guard or do we sure ourselves up inside?

Nick Marshall elevated to roster spot so it looks like no import replacement anytime soon.

Indeed, that's not indicative of their intentions.

ME, you’re right they won’t be perfectly balanced by virtue of 3 "issues" being no actual PG, no interior Defence provided by DJ/Franks/Sotto and also having a preference for a scoring weapon at guard (hence why they signed Randall)

The question I guess over the next few games is what their biggest deficiency will be. Is Franks/DJ/MM/Dech/Drmic enough scoring weaponry?

Can MM and Dech bring the ball up for 40mins?

Can the bigs cover the interior properly from a defence POV?

I suspect they’ll try again for a SG that can bring the ball up and just try to wing it interior D wise.

I think Adelaide need to release one of Kai Sotto or Robert Franks, get an interior rim protector, then go get a shooting guard. They wont win a championship without help inside, and in fact I just dont think theyre contenders at all after what I've seen this seen, regardless of what changes they hope to make.

I suggest previously Franks should have gone before Randal, again I don't know internal details if Randal was a trouble maker. It’s hard to believe that everyone were up in arms when they thought Franks was going to Russia. I also think it shows the the bullets coach hid his weaknesses well last season.
I think Sixers can sort out there defence problems but the need a talker on the floor directing players ,loud and quick, I’m not sure Sixers got that player though or some of the bigger names would listen.

Some like Deshon Taylor would be a good fit

According to Shipway and Kubank it should be Alex Starling

Starling HAHAHAHAHAHAHA You only had to look at how he went at NBL1 Nationals against better talent to know this is outrageously funny

"then go get a shooting guard"

Devondrick Walker should save them on budget.

He didn't complain when given 17 mpg.

"Starling HAHAHAHAHAHAHA You only had to look at how he went at NBL1 Nationals against better talent to know this is outrageously funny"

The guy averaged 16 PPG, 8.5 RPG, 5 SPG, 2 APG hardly poor stats (Shooting percentage should have been better). Defense is what the sixers need so he would fit in well from that perspective. However the guy is injury prone and we could find a better option. I would be fine with him playing a couple of games whilst they search for someone else if that was a possibility but I doubt it is.

^ as an import and one of 2 focal points. Yeah nah

If they're looking for a local import it has to be Greg Mays or bring Turnage back from WA. Not sure either would have the impact in the NBL that the 36ers are after.

I think Adelaide need to release one of Kai Sotto or Robert Franks

I agree they should cut Franks and start Johnson and Sotto.

Daly you may as well replace CJ as coach.

Bring back the mad genius Joey Wright

Not even joking when I say this, obviously not that he should replace an import slot, but someone like Brendan Teys would be a positive on the current 36ers team. Yes, he doesn't have the offensive talent, but he does put in effort on D and would be a good locker room presence...

The last thing the Sixers need is another import thinking he's the man. Franks and Cleveland are more than adequate. What they need is a hard working role player for 10-20mins off the bench. Their current role players are plodders, incapable of making an impact on a game. They need someone with athleticism, accepting of the role, with the right attitude and preferably cheap.

Will we sign someone? You'd think if so it would have to happen soon to allow the player to acclimatise with plenty of time for finals.
I still think a steady crafty point guard that can take control in tight games would be useful. We do our best to lose the close ones. But then an interior defender could help with DJ and Sotto.

There were rumours around Melbourne signing DJ Newbill, which never made sense given their needs. However, if he were to be available he is a very good fit for Adelaide, and if he could produce previous form at both ends would make them a title contender IMO.

Dwight Howard would have been a good fit

Any word if a new import is close to being announced?

Expect an announcement this week I'm told.

Nah, I just heard that in CJ's interview. Was just trying to sound cool and important for a bit..

At least you owned up to it, unlike most!

Seems to be a few hints from Liam and Logue over the past few days that Ian Clark is who the Sixers are trying to sign.

I think he would be an awesome get and should fit in with the group as we saw him do last season with the kings.

I saw that too in the Franks interview yesterday and you know Liam wouldn't be bringing up Ian Clark specifically unless it's a done deal.

Seems like it will be a good signing I thought he was a touch overrated last season but he can shoot and although I don't remember much ball handling the intention would be for him to at least at times give McCarron a spell at the point.

One really good thing is he's shown he can fit into a team not disrupt chemistry and help that team win so should be a much better fit than Randall was.

Ian Clark would be a fantastic get, great last season, got very good handles, plays team. Adelaide get him and work on there D, they are back in the conversation. Surely he's not sitting around waiting for a call, he must be playing somewhere.

Xinjiang Flying Tigers

He would certainly be a game changer. Let's hope Sixers can pull it off.

Thanks Pablo.

36ers Socials also reposting Franks talking about Ian Clark and doing the eye emoticons like all the cool kids do these days.

Perthworld, I was only trying to be funny. Posted the truth immediately after.

Could Adams also be a chance? At least to come back to Australia? Bit of a clue twitter I see...

Yeah I got it, nice reference.

They need to go take a real look at bringing Deshon Taylor back. A defensive guard that has proven now that he can score the ball at a high clip & efficient. Just had another 40 point game in Finland, same league Kyle Fogg made a name for himself & Jamar Wilson as well

1st in points - 28.3
1st in steals - 2.1
1st in efficiency - 23.2
3rd in 3FG% - 42.2% (8 attempts PG)
10th in assists - 4.4

Players/Coaches loved him in Sydney, about his professionalism how he bought into the culture & role. Plus the way he handled the release more mature than any 22 year old would've. He’s familiar with players/city on the team & Mick Downer was his coach in NzNBL would be a steal signing

Should Bullets also look at him?

It's Finland!!

Again, I don't know why Adelaide think they're in a position to much around too much. Plus, they had the break to focus on an import.

Should be able to bring in the 'right' guy with the time that's already passed.

I feel like they may have hit & missed on one or two.

It's perplexing to say the least that we’ve heard nothing aside from "soz too busy/we will take our time/we don’t want ego" from the 36ers

Sure, you don’t want to screw up and sure make cutting Randall was not a pre-planned makes. But at what point is it just plain incompetent to not have your last guy signed?

The player will need time chemistry wise and you don’t really get much leeway in the NBL to not be full strength and get away with it.

They really should have had someone by now or the next week or so.

I don't know why make/makes slipped in there, sorry

Lose to Perth and it could become a little more urgent. A lucky win against Cairns and flogging from Sydney is hardly a recipe to be complacent. No corner has been turned yet.

So I guess Ian Clark is dead in the water then?

Need to sign a play-maker who can shoot soon. Deshon Taylor does sound intriguing because he has experience in the NBL, plays both ends and seems willing to fit in with what his team wants. I personally haven't seen him play more than 10 mins though, so what do others think about his play with Sydney?

Was Clark ever a serious chance or was it more someone like Santamaria saying they should look for an Ian Clark type and everyone going "ooh Clark might be the guy they get"

It was Cleveland and Franks talking about how Clark would be a perfect fit. I'd imagine they've followed up and touched base with him, who knows whether Clark then spoke to his agent about it or is happy where he is.

Deshon Taylor struggled in his first stint with the Sixers and again with the Kings, no need to go down that route again.

I don't know if Clark will suit Adelaide the same way his role and timing suited Sydney. Just a feeling I have but assume most would disagree?

I hope Adelaide aren't gun shy because Randall was not a team player.

Chemistry and talent are not mutually exclusive all the time.

Zodiac
"Deshon Taylor struggled in his first stint with the Sixers and again with the Kings, no need to go down that route again."


He never struggled with the Sixers, he had multiple 20 point games in preseason. Even Liam said he was their best player at the time & stats showed. But yes he did struggle with his play early on with the Kings but finished the season really good! Check his Instagram highlights “My Marathon” he talks about why he got cut to a certain extent & who cut him. Also discusses his Kings stint early as well & his life. Kid has had a journey, great story go check it out, seems ready now

Ian Clark seems to be a great fit too! I'm pretty sure Bogues will try to keep him away from them as much as possible lol

Taylor was coming off of the bench for the Sixers at the time we signed Randle as his replacement and he struggled in the real games with the Kings averaging 6.6 ppg @ 39.6% in his 22 games with them.

I get you're either his agent or someone close to him but give it a rest every year there is one guy on here (probably you) saying teams should sign Taylor quick before another team does and always posting his stats from low-level leagues like NZ and Finland. Stop spamming the place.

His agent is Moldovan
Finland isn't the best league not saying that but definitely better than most domestic leagues
That is why i referenced players that have played in the league that’s done well & was able to move up after. Just wanted to acknowledged some good/great guards came through the league & that ones who killed this league moved on to China, top European leagues & even NBL the following years

Averaging in near 30 points anywhere is not easy, it’s not the G League

Makuach Maluach averaged 13 ppg in that league last season and is now only averaging 3 ppg on a weak NBL team, just relax mate.

13pts & 28pts is the same thing now lol
Your mad for no reason mate, just throwing names out there who should they get ? Give us some of your quality names

No it's not but if 13 = 3 Taylor's 28 would equate to about 7 in the NBL, almost exactly his 6.6 average with the Kings 3 years ago. Can you see now why no NBL teams have signed him since?

Hopefully now we won't have to hear about Taylor this time next season haha.