Stupid, out of touch, sure. Yet, it is still against the rules. No excuses.
I liken it to speeding. A lot of people speed and don't think twice about it. But don't be mad at the law when you knowingly broke it.
I think Whaley won't trade a future draft pick for a guy who will play half a season. Once Manny and Shaq return, we are in much better shape here. That being said, in house replacements include the following:
No i don't think he is considered a replacement but having the pieces in play to be serviceable at this position IF we lose Gilmore one way or another is key.
(Also, Darby is a real cool guy. Having run into him on a number of occasions, I have to say he has always been pleasant. Definitely pulling for him)