James Jones signs with Miami

What with his injury riddled season and all, we weren't sure James Jones would get the type of security he was seeking by opting out. You have probably heard by now he signed with Miami for five years and around four million annually. Good to see him get a pretty long term deal, sad to see last seasons NMVP go.

Jones has to be pretty happy with this deal. More and more we get the sense he saw the writing on the wall and knew Portland would prefer to give his minutes to younger players, no matter how much he helped the team.

Team wise, Miami could use Jones. His shooting will punish a lot of opponents for leaving him to double Wade. With additional players like Beasley and Marion, Jones is sure to get his share of open looks. If he is anything close to what he was in Portland, the Heat made a very good move signing him.

Jones is also from Miami, even playing there in college. His return home is marked by long-term financial security and the ability to fill an important need for the home team. Good move Mr. Jones.

Happy July 1st

Ah yes, time for things to really get crazy. Free agency season is here. That means lots of rumors. That means lots of bullshit. That means lots of blogging. Time to once again make sure HoopsHype is in your daily rotation of time wasting. Some early juice:

Boom Dizzle opting out.

Starbury getting waived?

Warriors offering a max contract to Arenas?

It is only day one my friends, this is going to be fun.