NBA Free Agency Day 2 Open Thread - San Antonio McDyess Edition
by Tim C. on Jul 9, 2009 1:42 AM CDT
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So today is the second day that teams are free to sign free agents. Time for more discussion. I would put all the info before the jump, but this isn't Blazersedge. [LatinD wouldn't survive a day with the way they format things over there.]
Here's some of the things that happened yesterday:
- The Spurs will sign "San" Antonio McDyess
- The Bulls will sign Jannero Pargo
- Shawn Marion is headed to the Mavericks in possibly the most complex sign-and-trade I've ever seen
- "Birdman" Andersen re-signs with the Nuggets
- The Rockets get an injury exception in Lieu of the MLE to sign Ariza
- Zaza Pachulia is coming back to the Hawks
- A Carlos Boozer - Rip Hamilton trade might be in the works
- The Cavaliers re-sign Anderson Varejao and added Anthony Parker
- Dahntay Jones will sign with the Pacers
I'm sure there's more, but it's hard to keep up. Anyway, lots to discuss - comment away.
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he doesnt suck, he is starter material for sure. Still, they overpaid.
"Rock and Roll angels bring that HardRock Hallelujah"
not sure what your definition of “starter material” is, but they guy is pretty limited offensively and his defense usually consists of taking a charge. He’s a great energy guy and he seems to be improving from year to year…but almost 10 figures a year for this guy is insane.
I agree, is totally insane. But dude is not a bad player. With a couple of extra minutes he could average 10 & 10 while playing great D (and some anoyying flops). Just check the rosters around the league, and youll se Varejao is starter material. We had bonner as our starting center for the whole season for chrissakes
"Rock and Roll angels bring that HardRock Hallelujah"
we had bonner as our starter
and we were bounced in the first round of the playoffs.
But I get what you’re saying…that’s why I said it depends what your definition of a starter is. Mason is technically a starter, but that doesn’t mean he’s the best 2-man on the team.
So, a guy we picked up off of the free agent waiver wire who was recently injured should have been starting over a guy who had been one of the league leaders in 3-point % for most of the season? Really?
Bonner started because he provided spacing for Tim and Tony to begin games. It’s that simple. Notice how little Drew played when Tim played. They clogged the lane when together and the help defender was always closer when the two of them are on the floor at the same time.
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He’s dirty, he’s annoying, he hustles, everyone hates his guts – and he doesn’t mind. Having a guy like him is important for a team. We should know.
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by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Jul 9, 2009 11:47 AM CDT up reply actions
He’s definitely not that important. They’re crazy.
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yea i dont think bruce was dirty he played defense thats why people say hes dirty fuck that hje was a good defender
He was just a biiiiiiiiiit dirty, Joshua. C’mon, we are between friends here… I love Bruce, but some of the flying legs just can’t be explained. :)
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He’s an akward player. I go back to him shooting a 3 last year and getting called for a foul because his legs stuck out far enough to catch the defender in the chest.
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That play I described looked very similar.
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lol you guys are crazy i saw nothing dirty…. i saw the other player running into his foot is what i saw
by JoshuaV on Jul 9, 2009 12:24 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
6 years, $50 mil for more Sideshow Bob? Fegan dupes another franchise yet again. I was secretly hoping that we’d get Anthony Parker though, oh well. He’s a solid player.
by silverandblack_davis on Jul 9, 2009 4:29 AM CDT reply actions
Holy cow. They went over $8million. Even in my “I’m a dumbass who thinks he can be a GM” post I didn’t go that high. II don’t think so anyway.
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by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Jul 9, 2009 11:17 AM CDT up reply actions
You already in LV?
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No, I’m still in Phoenix. I’ll leave in about an hour.
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by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Jul 9, 2009 11:30 AM CDT up reply actions
Yeah, I’m sure.
I’ll get up a post this evening. I’ve got a couple surprises for you.
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by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Jul 9, 2009 11:37 AM CDT up reply actions
You’ve been playing with your iPhone again haven’t you?
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
Among other things, yes.
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by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Jul 9, 2009 11:46 AM CDT up reply actions
You’re like a technological wizard, ATS! (Can you please help me change the width of my blog when you come back? :)
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Wait. I just realized. ATS wants to be among the cool yuppies? He is a mac person now.
And yes, iphone = full blooded apple fan. :P
I have a PC. Dammit.
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by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Jul 9, 2009 11:56 AM CDT up reply actions
I dont get it why nba gms like to spend so much money on bigs. A guy like Manu or Hedo has to bust his ass off to get a 10+ million contract, while the dampiers, Bynums, dalemberts and varejaos of the world get money for seemingly nothing. It baffles me, specially in a supposed tough economy and wit h the salary cap on the downside.
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Default answer: Big, tall guys are needed to win – unless you’re Jordan.
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Bill Cartwright. Luc Longley.
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by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Jul 9, 2009 11:50 AM CDT up reply actions
YEAR TEAM G GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% OFF DEF RPG APG SPG BPG TO PF PPG
95-96 CHI 62 62 26.5 .482 .000 .777 1.70 3.50 5.10 1.9 .35 1.35 1.84 3.60 9.1
Not bad, for a role player. Role role player.
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werd.
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed. - CMoney
I don't like chatty. I don't do chatty. I like quiet. Quiet and mean. Those are my people. - Nurse Jackie
maybe? Werd is used in place of word in honor of one of our Aussie brethren.
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed. - CMoney
I don't like chatty. I don't do chatty. I like quiet. Quiet and mean. Those are my people. - Nurse Jackie
werd or word is used in place of being in agreement. in urban slang that is.
by FreshmakerDTM on Jul 9, 2009 12:20 PM CDT up reply actions
Sorry, I thought that part was a given. We just prefer the e spelling. :)
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed. - CMoney
I don't like chatty. I don't do chatty. I like quiet. Quiet and mean. Those are my people. - Nurse Jackie
Just like we prefer OTSTANDING, AMAZINE, and BRILLIAN. Did I miss any?
My people call it "sarcasm." - Lauri
you’ve missed plenty — and most recently HIGHSIGHT (btw, it’s 20/20)
My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)
I’m like an English adventurer, making new words with every stroke of my keyboard.
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English Adventurer = JTU
and we love you for it
My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)
indeed i have missed a lot… someone needs to post the cliff notes of PtR, so I can get down in the game threads and not miss a beat
by FreshmakerDTM on Jul 9, 2009 1:11 PM CDT up reply actions
ARGENTINEANS WRITE IN ALL CAPS, AND ARE ANGRY, SO ANGRY THEY WRITE IN RUN ON SENTENCES, AND NON SEQUITURS, BECAUSE THEIR GREAT HERO MANU GINOBILI DOES NOT GET THE RECOGNITION HE DESERVES… JUST LIKE FANGIO, THE GREATEST F1 DRIVER OF ALL TIME, WHO IS MUCH BETTER THAN THE OVERRATED SCHUMACHER, HE WINS BECAUSE OF THE TECHNOLOGY.
http://www.poundingtherock.com/2009/2/1/743732/who-are-argentinians
Hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things, and no good thing ever dies. --Andy Dufresne
No, it never does. Just like
My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)
the shine of a freshly minted Larry O’Brien trophy or
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed. - CMoney
I don't like chatty. I don't do chatty. I like quiet. Quiet and mean. Those are my people. - Nurse Jackie
reading otstanding posts. But then
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there’s also the joy of good expectations heading into a season after the FO has restocked the roster. As well as
My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)
acrobatic feats of basketball brilliance. And yet
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed. - CMoney
I don't like chatty. I don't do chatty. I like quiet. Quiet and mean. Those are my people. - Nurse Jackie
there’s a small bit of regret that I’ve never shaken his hand, looked him in the eye and told him just what his play on the court has meant to me. Maybe this season, I’ll
My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)
make it to the PtR road trip game and get drunk and brave enough to yell out to Manu during warm-ups, "Hey Manu
Just call me The Profit
they call me The ProfitbellaCapRikWilco, and I think you’re the greatest!"
My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)
damn! i missed out on this PtR awesomeness
by FreshmakerDTM on Jul 10, 2009 8:08 AM CDT up reply actions
Just keep your eyes out for posts that don’t seem to end, and just jump right in there!
A couple of months back, we had a one-time-PtR-poster comment here without deigning to complete his thought. And ever since it’s been epic.
My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)
YES, DIEGO ARMANDO MARADONA, WHO IS FROM ARGENTINA, IS THE GREATEST ATHLETE INT HE WORLD HISTORY PELE WAS A GREAT PLAYER BUT ASK ANYONE IN SWITZERLAND THEY WILL TELL YOU MARADONA IS BETTER BUT THE US WE DON’T RECOGNIZE HI S GREAT NESS BECAUSE WHO CARES? HE IS FROM ARGENTINA.
Hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things, and no good thing ever dies. --Andy Dufresne
cant wait for next season
this is one of the best offseasons we have had in a long time… the only messed up part is ill be iraq for the next 15 months after august lol
i dont hate mcdyess – but i am thinking that this was not the move the spurs had in mind when the dealt off our old guys for RJ. he has upped his rebounding effort in the last few seasons – mostly out of necessity in detroit. hope it works out for us obviously.
i wonder what does this mean for the prospects of bringing back drew gooden….which i am somehow hoping for right now……
yea im really hoping they can resighn him with the vetaran min or the biannual he would really help us out alot
The bi-annual was already used on Haislip. All we have to offer at this point is vet minimum contracts and rookie contracts.
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We dont need Gooden in my opinion. He is a nice player, but he doesnt fit. We have Duncan/Dyess/Bonner/Blair/Ian/Haislip/Bonner….not too shaby
"Rock and Roll angels bring that HardRock Hallelujah"
Also we have Bonner.
Hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things, and no good thing ever dies. --Andy Dufresne
How many do you think we have?
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i dont know, you said “also we have bonner”….I already mentioned him so maybe there’s another one im not aware off. Hopefully its not.
"Rock and Roll angels bring that HardRock Hallelujah"
How shameful. I don’t know how Chilai will show his face around here after that gaffe.
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Well highsight is 20-20, you know.
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heh. But I can edit my posts, so new people won’t know that ever happened. On the other hand, this thread will live on forever.
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fuck fuck, i feel dumb…..ATS can you delete this entire post? ill send you whatever you want
"Rock and Roll angels bring that HardRock Hallelujah"
haha, the best part is that Chilai was talking at Tomas like “what are you talking about?”
Just call me The Profit
That was the best part, J.
Both of them were doing the “One too many Bonner mentions” joke at each other. But only one of them really knew how many Bonners had been posted.
If this was fiction, we’d call that dramatic irony.
But since it’s PtR, I’ll just GOL.
My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)
If ATS isn’t looking perhaps you could give me a taste of your book favorites. Lauri rec’d me Prep by Settinfeld(sp?) and I really like which means I should finish it soon and since no one wants to play me in chess I will have some more free time on the horizon.
Just call me The Profit
Funny, I almost mentioned the upcoming chess match in the other thread where I busted on your “propper”. (rik’s got your back over there, btw.)
So, book rec’s, eh? Well, if you haven’t read everything that Douglas Adams has ever written, then you’d need to get started on that right away. Five books in the Hitchhikers Trilogy (yes, it’s not aptly named) and the two Dirk Gently novels.
But, since that’s a lot of material, if you’ve looking for a quicker read, then you must read “The Old Man and the Sea.” I simply cannot stress how much this book rocks. It’s a quick read, beautiful, eloquent and the first time I read it, the ending simply shattered me.
Also, you need to be sure you’ve read Watership Down. Yes, it’s the book where rabbits are the main characters. But this ain’t no bunny book. I’ve never, NEVER recommended this book to anyone who’s ever come back to me with anything besides, “You’re right. I really enjoyed that.” Also, after multiple readings, I realized that it’s a study in leadership. Who knew?
That oughtta get you started. If you’ve already read all of those as well as Lord of the Rings, then just email me and I’ll get you some more.
My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)
I’m curious to hear what your thoughts are on it.
Ahhh, there are so many good parts. Talking about it makes me want to read it again.
My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)
Lol Jolly. “The Old Man” was one of my main textbooks in tenth grade. You just brought back a flood of memories.
Back then, I just really identified with the little boy and always just wondered, why hunt/destroy such a beautiful creature and shook my head at all things man does on this planet.
Read it again. The man is trying to survive – and he respects that fish.
Ok, I’ll stop.
My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)
Yes. But its the irony in so many cases. I respect nature and I am going to destroy it.
Its not an exact parallel. But my point is, the man goes for more than what he needs just because its the biggest fish and he is thrilled about the hunt and obdurate as the hunter. Wouldn’t that be a hunter’s ego more than the need.
I’m just going to ask you to read it again. If it still strikes you the same way, we’ll absolutely have this conversation.
So many of the books I read in high school, I re-read and realized that there was so much that I missed. I’m not saying that you were stupid in high school, LZ, I’m just saying that it might not say the same thing to you now that it did then.
If we were talking about hunting for sport, I’d have no argument with you whatsoever. But the situation in Old Man… is far, far different than that. I don’t want to say more, b/c I know ManuWar hasn’t read it, and I don’t want to ruin anything.
What do you think?
My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)
I think you are right. I am probably missing whole facets of the story now. Its only been a decade ago :P
So thats two books I have to read now. Will do. Just finished journal paper today. That means, if I lay low, I might have some time.
So the PtR book club begins. Now I’m going to have to read The Old Man and the Sea again. It’s been years since I’ve read it. Good thing I just finished The Moon is a Harsh Mistress.
My people call it "sarcasm." - Lauri
What a great book, that. I’m a Heinlein fan. Stranger in a Strange Land is the acid trip I’ll never experience but can relate to – after reading Strange in a Strange Land.
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This isn’t working. We can’t see who is replying to whom because we’re so far over here to the right.
I’ll start a separate post for book talk, if there’s any interest in that.
Lemme know.
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I want my Manu o;—-)
Hint #1: Up there ^^ on the right, you can switch the view from “narrow” to “wide”. It’s much more user friendly IMO
Hint#2: If all else fails, hit the “up” button at the bottom of the post – that will tell you who it’s a reply to.
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jolly I have to ask. My boss does the same thing. What does it mean when you place the J like that?
"If an expert says it can't be done, get another expert"
- DBG
Noun of address
I can’t speak for your boss, but I’m using it because Manuwar’s real first name begins with J.
; )
My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)
hmm… my first name begins with S but my boss’ first name begins with J…. its still a mystery then…
"If an expert says it can't be done, get another expert"
- DBG
by LasEspuelas on Jul 10, 2009 11:40 AM CDT up reply actions
What do you think they were looking for?
They made a pitch to Wallace and he decided to go to Boston. Dice was their Plan 1b and they got him. It’s not like there was some superstar frontcourt player willing to take $5M a year to play with the Spurs.
Spurs traded for Richard Jefferson…that was the BIG move of the off-season. When they traded him, I’m sure all they wanted to do was to re-assemble their frontcourt depth and upgrade where possible, which they accomplished by adding Dice…a better overall player than KT.
Plus, the young guys will get to learn from Timmeh and McDyess for a couple of years. We now have depth, and Blair/Haislip won’t be required to produce at a high level right off the bat.
My people call it "sarcasm." - Lauri
This is good. McDyess will help guard the big men and can hit a nice mid-range jumper. He’s like a better(said hopefully) version of Kurt Thomas. I’ll be happy if that’s what he is. I think this signing is going to bode well for the Spurs. Antonio is a good guy who will work hard, plus it doesn’t hurt that we’ve got an energy guy behind him in Blair.
Marion to Dallas…that team is so weird. They don’t know what they want to be. So Houston still has a MLE to play with is that what I’m reading?
the Marion deal
it looks really good for the Mavs on paper. I wonder how his game will mesh with the others, but unfortunately for Spurs fans, the Mavs only get better with this move.
ditto for...
the Yao injury exception, which frees up more room if Houston wants to add another piece. Again, sucks for Spurs fans if the Rockets use it right.
I like what Dallas did. Super douchbag on a monkey sure likes to spend money, and their future is completely nonexistent, but he assembled an interesting team to fight at the top in Dirk’s last years.
Kidd/howard/Marion/Dirk/Gortat with terry off the bench? Not bad
"Rock and Roll angels bring that HardRock Hallelujah"
Super douchebag on a monkey? That sounds pretty insulting, but I’m confused nevertheless. Is being on a monkey worse than not being on a monkey? And why is said douchebag on this monkey?
Hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things, and no good thing ever dies. --Andy Dufresne
Birdman got 5 years!
And not in prison…like I mean, a five year deal. That’s pretty rediculous for a long-time journey man who is really a one-tool wonder. I’m thinking the Nuggets are going to regret that deal in year 3.
might not even take that long
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I want my Manu o;—-)
REALLY stupid move. He depends on athleticism, and he is like 30 years old right?
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by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Jul 9, 2009 11:48 AM CDT up reply actions
the proposed Booze deal
I guess I understand the motivation for each team….Detriot’s frontcourt is depleted and Utah doesn’t want to lose Boozer in free agency next summer without compensation…BUT, there are definite downsides to this deal for both teams.
On Detriot’s side, the downside is the versatility of Rip. Yes, they have a new look backcourt with Stuckey and Gordon, but Rip Hamilton had become a VERY dependable scorer for them and he could play either the 2 or the 3 for them.
If it were me, I’d look for a taker for Prince…a guy who will never dominate or be a go-to guy.
On Utah’s side, they risk losing both Boozer AND Millsap…and even if they match an offer for Millsap, they’re likely to overpay. It also probably affects the playing time for their most underrated player, Ronnie Brewer.
Besides, I don’t think either team puts itself in the “elite” category with the deal.
why would utah make this deal if they can’t resign millsap.. makes no sense.
by FreshmakerDTM on Jul 9, 2009 10:50 AM CDT up reply actions
not saying they wouldn't, but...
the rumor is that the Blazers are working up a “toxic” offer, likely front-loaded or with major trade kickers that make Millsap impossible to deal in out years. Even if the Jazz match the offer, it’s not going to be one that they enjoy signing.
Getting Stackhouse a ring would be another slap to Cuban’s face.
"We suck on 'D. Both individually and team-wise, we suck. We're pretty consistent that way. I don't know if I have an answer to that. If I did, we wouldn't suck quite so bad." - Popovich
by Aaron "Hirschof" Preine on Jul 9, 2009 11:22 AM CDT up reply actions
Ok, Marion is getting $8 million/year for 5 years. That’s crazy.
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by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Jul 9, 2009 11:31 AM CDT reply actions
Uh oh, where’s LatinD?
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by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Jul 9, 2009 11:38 AM CDT up reply actions
you’re going to bat over a player that is likely fringe-average at this point in his career. IF the Spurs trade Finley and he doesn’t come back, then I’d say Stack becomes an option. But at this point, it’s just filling out the roster.
Honestly, I wouldn’t mind at all if Jefferson averaged 38 minutes a game and they played Manu at SF the other 10. That way the Spurs wouldn’t have to worry about Fin or Stack or WIlliams or Hairston or whoever.
I dont like the thought of Manu playing against SF’s (on defense). We should do great with Finley and Hairston/Williams. Thats nice depth in my opinion.
"Rock and Roll angels bring that HardRock Hallelujah"
depth?
that’s a one-dimensional role player past his prime and two unproven young players without legit shooting range. that’s the only position I’m really worried about.
We have too many shooters already. Besides, Finley wouldn’t be bad on a limited role. He has cold blood.
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seriously, Jefferson will play like 36-38 minutes a night. We are asking those 3 guys (the elderman and the 2 unproven guys) to not suck ass for 10 minutes. That’s not very hard to acomplish (unless you are the JV of course)….. (god I’ll miss the JV)
"Rock and Roll angels bring that HardRock Hallelujah"
Please stop the Stackhouse discussion. He’s a washed up thug. His legs were gone two years ago.
Fin may be washed up too, but he’s our washed up guy. Besides, I love having a 15 minute guy off the bench who shoots a high percentage of 3s and free throws.
"Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect." - Mark Twain
by spurchief on Jul 9, 2009 11:57 AM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Two years? Try six.
"We suck on 'D. Both individually and team-wise, we suck. We're pretty consistent that way. I don't know if I have an answer to that. If I did, we wouldn't suck quite so bad." - Popovich
by Aaron "Hirschof" Preine on Jul 9, 2009 1:06 PM CDT up reply actions
Boozer-Hamilton deal
I think it makes Utah a lot better if they get Millsap back, so that they would be just committed to him.
As for Detroit, they’ll move up a few spots in the playoffs, but still won’t get out of the first round.
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[LatinD wouldn’t survive a day with the way they format things over there.]
I’ve been thinking about this, actually. The new bar is easy to add and remove, so it doesn’t take much to break a full post in two parts. It could be interesting to do as we used to: have the latest post shown completely on the front page, and then change it to a more manageable size once another story’s posted. I believe we only started breaking the posts because of the game threads.
Then again, maybe having to click on the link to read the full version encourages first-time posters to leave their comments. What do you think?
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I agree with anything that encourages comments. The amount of comment traffic is what sets PtR apart from most other SBNation blogs. Well, that and the abnormal amount of crazy people (engineers) we have. ;)
My people call it "sarcasm." - Lauri
Fuck it. SB Nation is rejecting my video embeds.
by silverandblack_davis on Jul 9, 2009 12:45 PM CDT up reply actions
I dont know if it encourages posting. Sometimes you just like to read the front page of a blog.
"Rock and Roll angels bring that HardRock Hallelujah"
Yeah, that’s what I was thinking.
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Still don't see Spurs getting out of the west
I think it was a good move to add McD, but I still don’t see them getting out of the West (a strong 2nd for sure but that’s about it). I guess only time will tell.
Like Rudy said
“Dont ever underestimate the heart of a champion”
GO SPURS GO
SPURS 2010 NBA Champions (if team is healty LoL)
"healthy" is the key...
in any sport with a salary cap, it always comes down to who’s healthy at the end of the year.
We had a pretty good run, but the last two years, injuries have cost us (and I suppose the year of TD’s plantar fascitis too…). LA can make their case for Bynum’s injuries, but frankly, at some point that becomes the norm – and other than that, they’ve been remarkably lucky – this year not only in their own health, but in others’ injuries.
Whether that luck continues or not, and whether ours changes or not are probably the biggest factors in who moves out of the West.
What these changes have done for us is get us in the mix where if we stay healthy we can definitely compete and possibly win. They have just as many “ifs” as we do – they may be better IF they retain Odom, IF all their key players stay healthy, IF Artest doesn’t kill anyone, IF team chemistry is as unimportant next year as it was this year…
We still need another backup center
We cant rely on Ian to be the only back up center, hes too young and gets hurt too often.
The spurs should bring Oberto or Elson back for the minimum, this guys at least can play good defense.
I don’t think the Spurs are done making moves yet. Bonner, Finley, and Haislip could all be potential trade pieces. Mason too, but I’d like to see him back in the silver and black.
I used to be a c+x kind of guy, but nowadays I just go nuts with my z. - LatinD
Retire Bowen's #12!
I’ve been saying this so much over the last few days that I just quit out of sheer monotony.
Thanks, rik, for keeping it up. I don’t know if they’ll be able to find a trade partner before the season begins or not, but I fully expect the team to get this kind of a big man to help us in the stretch run and playoffs. After the moves we’ve seen them make so far, I look forward to whatever the move(s) is(are).
My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)
I think we’re going to see a traditional BIG man (over 7 ft.) in a Spurs uniform this season. Who it will be is beyond me, but RC kinda gave a little nod and a wink about not being sure whether he’s done yet.
I used to be a c+x kind of guy, but nowadays I just go nuts with my z. - LatinD
Retire Bowen's #12!
Being a GM in the league and watching Buford operate must be a bit like being a regular poster around here when Stampler drops one of his amazing pieces of writing.
Admiration mixed with envy accompanied by the understanding that you’re not on the same level as what you’re witnessing.
My name is DeJuan Blair. You blocked my shot. Prepare to die. - CH&LD
I want my Manu o;—-)
Sheesh, looks like you’ve been suppressing some pretty strong feelings. Let it out brotha, let it out. . .
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed.
Surprising good news: Tim Varner is reporting that Haislip signed for the vet minimum, NOT the BAE.
I used to be a c+x kind of guy, but nowadays I just go nuts with my z. - LatinD
Retire Bowen's #12!
Yeah, apparently all of us who were calling it the LLE were idiots. Varner knows his stuff, though.
I used to be a c+x kind of guy, but nowadays I just go nuts with my z. - LatinD
Retire Bowen's #12!
You mean we don’t have our lower-level exception? I think we do, rik.
Straight from the No-Stat Zone to your computer!
Dunkin' Cheerleaders
Hm, it seems you’re right, and BAE and LEE are the same thing. Had no idea.
Straight from the No-Stat Zone to your computer!
Dunkin' Cheerleaders
Wow, a lot of stuff to read here.
There was something about getting Stackhouse?? NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!
Remember the take-down of Manu?? Noooooo!!!!!!
Any talk about getting Bowen, Thomas or Oberto back?? (if they are waived)
As guys that know the system, 1 or 2 might still have been handy and have experience (though declining ability and limited roster spots now)
The three of them could be useful for short stints against some matchups.
"Rock and Roll angels bring that HardRock Hallelujah"
Out of those three, Bowen would be the most useful. We really don’t need to add a 6’10" or under post player whose feet are glued to the floor. If we are getting a post, it should be a 7 footer who can block shots, or maybe a decent offensive player and rebounder (like Gooden) if he can be signed for cheap.
With Blair though we already have 6 post players.
"The evolution has been good, and I am much more tranquil now in the face of what comes next,"--Manu Ginobili
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