Marcin Gortat - Worth the MLE?

by Hirschof on Jun 30, 2009 4:35 PM CDT Comment 30 comments

Magic Unlikely To Match Offers For Gortat

The Magic aren't expected to be able to match offers for restricted free-agent center Marcin Gortat.

Gortat made just $770,000 this past season, and Orlando general manager Otis Smith said that the team would be out of the running to retain him if the offers "were north of 5 [$5 million per season.]"

Houston seems like a possible fit for Gortat with news of Yao Ming's latest serious health setback.

So... if the Spurs can't sign the forum favorites of Wallace and McDyess, is Marcin Gortat worth the MLE?

timvp of spurstalk.com listed him at #5 out of his top 25 list.

If the Spurs want to roll the dice, Gortat could be an interesting gamble. In limited minutes, Gortat has been quite impressive. His rebounding is off the charts and he blocks shots at a very high rate.

Even though he's a big and strong seven-footer, Gortat can move his feet. He's also capable of running the court and finishes with authority around the basket. The native of Poland oftentimes did a remarkable Dwight Howard impersonation during his minutes on the court.

That said, there are a lot of risks regarding Gortat. First of all, he's a very, very limited offensive player. He's a poor passer and hit a total of three shots from the perimeter all season. He doesn't seem to have a good feel of the game when it comes to spacing and knowledge of where to be to help out his teammates.

Increasing the risk is the gimmick system he played in while with the Magic. He was almost always surrounded by four players who are best out on the perimeter. With the Spurs, he'd spend a lot of time playing with teammates who thrive near the rim. Could he adjust? There's a chance. But there's also a chance that the Magic's system accentuated his strengths and camouflaged his weaknesses.

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Not so much

No, because as 48 MoH points out in this article, anybody we give a multiple year MLE too would hurt us in getting Splitter.

by Big50 on Jun 30, 2009 4:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

If we’re going to spend the full Mid-level on a longer-term deal, I’d rather gamble on someone like Gortat who is young, improving, and has given a yeoman’s effort to succeed than someone like RW who’s a risk to loaf, rapidly decline, and/or take up space that could be used to develop one of the young guns.

After reading all of the arguments, McDyess is most likely the best mix of price, risk, and talent. Although the 48 MoH argument for a smaller combo forward is intriguing.

by Neuwaldegg on Jun 30, 2009 4:59 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Marcin Gortat is so boss.

Straight from the No-Stat Zone to your computer!
Dunkin' Cheerleaders

by LatinD on Jun 30, 2009 5:57 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

First, that video is almost 9 mintutes long!

Second, what’s with the random closeup of the teeth? My guess is that it’s to go with some kind of rhyme for the rap. And

Third, speaking of the rap. It’s not so bad. Almost as good as these sports loving guys. Who also produced this hilarious non-rap song.

My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)

by jollyrogerwilco on Jun 30, 2009 6:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

No

not when we get a better offensive player with better basketball IQ like McDyess or Sheed.

Randy Blythe, Singer of Lamb of God- "Words can be broken, so can bones....." Omerta by Lamb of God

by KA1Z3R on Jun 30, 2009 5:59 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Sure, but not on San Antonio

Gortat is still an inside player, he doesn’t spread the floor well, which is why he played such sparing minutes next to Dwight Howard. I’m still not entirely comfortable relegating Duncan to a David West type offensive role.

Poor Man's GM @ poormansgm.blogspot.com

by Jaceman on Jun 30, 2009 6:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

I also vote No

If Gortat starts we are playing 4-on-5 on offense. That will not work if the team is serious about a championship. Sheed is the best option there.

Don’t see McDyess as a realistic option either. We’re going to win a championship with a 35-year old, 6’9" forward playing center? Although he at least has some offensive game…

"Give me chonchon."

by Slowpoke Rodriguez on Jun 30, 2009 7:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Rodriguez,,,i fully believe san antonio can win a title with Dice at center or Power forward….

by alamobro on Jun 30, 2009 7:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

ditto

My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)

by jollyrogerwilco on Jun 30, 2009 11:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Dyess

only had I believe 3 points less per game and nearly 3 more rebound per game than Rasheed Wallace and in less minutes. I believe Sheed had 12 ppg and 7 rpg last year while Dyess had nearly 10 ppg and nearly 10 rpg. Mind you this is with a guy who plays good all the time, and not “when he feels like playing good” such as Sheed does. Plus Dyess has much more consistent defense and he’s played both 4 and 5 with success in his career.

Randy Blythe, Singer of Lamb of God- "Words can be broken, so can bones....." Omerta by Lamb of God

by KA1Z3R on Jul 1, 2009 8:59 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Its amazing what playing on a contender like Orlando will do for your signing value...

I vote no.

While Marcin isnt horrible at anything , hes not really good at anything. Hes a decent rebounder, and thats all……

Would rather have Sheed, Dice, Chris Andersen…etc

by alamobro on Jun 30, 2009 7:52 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

meh

I’d rather have Gortat than Birdman.

Randy Blythe, Singer of Lamb of God- "Words can be broken, so can bones....." Omerta by Lamb of God

by KA1Z3R on Jul 1, 2009 8:59 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Yeah he seems better suited to that system

This would be like taking a spread QB and hoping he can play in a pro style set….pass

Okay, just so I understand it... in your wildest fantasy, you are in hell. And you are co-running a bed and breakfast with the devil.

by bren on Jun 30, 2009 9:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

tell me that you meant that as a pun and you get a JTU
; )

My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)

by jollyrogerwilco on Jun 30, 2009 11:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Everytime you use JTU, my brain thinks BTU. So jolly, does that mean you’re full of hot air? ; )

by CapHill on Jun 30, 2009 11:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

ZINGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG!!!!!!

We specialize in misinformation around here. Facts and stats just get in the way.

by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Jul 1, 2009 12:46 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

GOL

Mr. Rogers just got pwned in front of all the little kiddies.

Randy Blythe, Singer of Lamb of God- "Words can be broken, so can bones....." Omerta by Lamb of God

by KA1Z3R on Jul 1, 2009 9:00 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Even in a group full of engineers, that was nerdtastic.

I'm comfortable winning -- Emmanuel Ginobili

by pollackj on Jul 1, 2009 10:19 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Full as full can be

Everytime I hand out a JTU, I think “That’s a little too self-referential, jrw. What kind of ego are you developing here?” Then I tell myself that it’s all in good fun. That I’m probably not bugging anyone by making up my own award and naming after myself.

Apparently, I should have listened to the first voice.

My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)

by jollyrogerwilco on Jul 1, 2009 10:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I’m glad someone else has multiple voices too. That comment was typed by the evil 6-yr old inside my head who should have been in bed. :)

by CapHill on Jul 1, 2009 11:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

6-yr olds should not be evil. They should be sweet.

Willful and mischeivous, yes. Evil, no. o;————)

My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)

by jollyrogerwilco on Jul 2, 2009 12:41 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Is this pinnochio now?

Bring back Bruce, and free James Gist!
Pounding the Rock - where RJ happens.

by Tim C. on Jul 2, 2009 1:11 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I know, huh?! It’s like the Manu-smiley has turned into some kind of horse-faced circus freak.

"If I was the kind of guy who posted a signature line, this would be it from now on." -SiMA

by SgtinManusArmy on Jul 2, 2009 1:28 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

You’re some kind of horse-faced circus freak.

Wait, that’s your avatar. Which is Manu! Wow, full circle.

My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)

by jollyrogerwilco on Jul 2, 2009 1:33 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

The JRW = Master of Segue

(notice my sensitivity and kindness in allowing you to open a new window at my link?)

"If I was the kind of guy who posted a signature line, this would be it from now on." -SiMA

by SgtinManusArmy on Jul 2, 2009 1:49 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Mr Furious = Sensitive and kind

That link was so timely. All of the managers, in the group I work in, took a Segway tour today.

My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)

by jollyrogerwilco on Jul 2, 2009 2:23 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

To answer your question simply: no.

by Elliot Smells on Jul 1, 2009 8:26 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Plain and simple New York wants him

If those rumors are ture say goodbye to our chances of getting him.

GO SPURS GO
SPURS 2010 NBA Champions (if team is healty LoL)

by Manu-20 on Jul 1, 2009 9:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

no problem…..he dunks the ball a lot, not a spur in my book….

"Rock and Roll angels bring that HardRock Hallelujah"

by Chilai on Jul 2, 2009 4:29 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

pure value? probably not.

on the NBA back up big man payscale where guys like Darko, Nazr, Diop, Rasho, Etan, Cardinal, Varejao, Jeffries, Wilcox, James get paid $6-8 million dollars? yes.

by homer simpson on Jul 2, 2009 1:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs