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Stephen Holt released by Brisbane

Why can't they get an import PG who can guard 2-3s, Spuddee is more a natural 2 anyway, like a poor man's Cotton.

That's the danger of long-term contracts for locals though, really. Makes sense with your Kays/McCarrons/etc., but if Cadee was signed long-term for decent $$$ and the promise of a starting gig (which seems likely to me) then it was a mistake from the time ink was put to paper.

I mean it adds authenticity to Joey's statement a few weeks ago that Australian players maybe have it a bit too comfortable in the league (I think from memory he said something similar to this).

A guy like Cadee should be packing his bags; but instead Holt gets the flick.

I do understand though that that is the nature of the business somewhat; and it could be that Holt actually asked for a release because his minutes were going to be shot further.

But looking in; the simple point is perhaps that a guy like Cadee is too comfortable and isn't held to the same account as an import because he is a local (even though he may be on similar cash).

Wear is he going?

Good to see Brisbane making what will no doubt be the correct move, depending on the player signed... I know it was just the NBL social media account, but having Baron Davis in the league would be NOICE!

Wish the Kings would have pulled the plug on Wear at the start of the FIBA break... once the Wildcats expose their weaknesses on their home court, it will be getting a bit too late...

"Jeremy has been training with the group all season, he knows our systems and has NBL experience so will be able to step in straight away.”

Wouldn't be mad if Holt was with NZ - He could do well with big minutes. Right now, most of our guards are playing horrible. He could add something there; but not sure there's anyone you would/could cut as I think the problem lies with the performance of locals RN.

I know he had another contract but the Wildcats could use his services whilst Cotton recovers 'properly'

I hope this isn't the last time that we see Holt in the NBL as I think he's a much better player than what Lemanis has let us see at the Bullets.

I'm liking the changes that Brisbane have made since the start of the offseason (Vukona has played better than expected, Hodgson is showing good form and Gliddon has had big games. Patterson has been an upgrade) so the potential for this team is certainly there and with another import this team could make the grand final (on the proviso that Bairstow finds the form that made him an NBA player).

I'm really liking this Bullets team and if Cadee is a bench player (or at least playing bench minutes) behind a stud then I think our perception of this Bullets team won't be of the cellar dweller that most had to begin the season.

If you want to take what is clearly a joke as someone reporting a rumour, feel free.

No they are saying he is in town and they should talk to him. Not he is the rumoured replacement.

Cadee is a Boomer and has his own clothing range so he must be better than Holt.

@lovebroker No way, Cadee is amazing just ask Shane Heal!!!

Should change the title of this thread to: Stephen Holt says "Fuck This Shit"

Gary Neal former Spur?

Cam Luke suggested that Gary Neal could be the replacement upgrade imo

You can't decrease Cadde's role / minutes....are you nuts?

Surely this signals someone has become available that Brisbane feel they can't pass up. Otherwise I don't get it.

Is Hiejima their 11th rostered player? Interesting they've released a potentially useful player instead of someone they haven't utilized at all.

Lets not forget David Wear is still in the league

Had to be done. They had a solid starter in Gliddon and then three could-start types in the guard ranks. Really, most of their roster fits that exact bill - almost all competent rotation players rather than a mixture of go-to heroes and supporting roleplayers.

Could make things interesting from 3rd through 6th. Hawks are in the mix on W-L but I don't know that they can hold on.

Never given a real shot, Spudee wins out again.