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With Duncan and Ginobili Healthy, the Spurs are ready

 

The Spurs just had the busiest summer in recent memory, acqiuring new pieces to make them a strong contender in the hope's of winning this year's title. But admit it, none of those moves will matter if Duncan and Ginobili are not healthy (with all due respect to Tony). Heading into the camp, it's great to know that both of them are in 'good shape'.

Duncan's knees are 'pain free' and according to Jeff McDonald of Express News Manu is healthy once again. Adding RJ, Dice or Blair is nice, but for the Spurs to win their 5th title they need their leader and their super sub. Remember Duncan is the base, the foundation, the cornerstone while Manu is the X-Factor, the power punch, and the hot sauce of the Spurs' Jalapeño...


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The Spurs are not the same without either of them. In 2000, when Duncan was sidelined with an injury the Spurs failed to advance to the 2nd round. Last year, when Ginobili got hurt the same thing happened, so you go figure.

Now with a the Spurs lineup completely healthy, things are looking good. "It's on paper, now it's up to us to put this on the floor". That's how Duncan said it, I think he too is excited about this coming season. And who wouldn't? The Spurs starting five of Duncan-Parker-McDyess-Jefferson-Mason looked solid . Then you have guys like Manu, Blair, Finley, Hill, Bonner, and Ian off the bench, wow!

I'm not saying that the Spurs are going 82-0 this season. But if the new additions fit in snugly to their role, come playoff time most teams will have a lot of headache playing against them. A lot of people are too worried about the match up problems the Lakers or Dallas may present...

Ask yourself this questions, who's gonna stop Duncan at the post? With McDyess hitting mid-range jumpers consistently doubling him will be a disaster. And how about Ginobili slashing through traffic only to find an open Jefferson or Mason waiting for the corner 3 if the defense choose to collapse on him?

Then there's Parker arguably the fastest Point Guard in the NBA today. Guard him too close he's gone; go under him? He can hit his jumpers at a descent rate. More importantly he now has plenty of offensive weapons to choose from. He could have a career high assist wise this coming season. That's just the starting five how about the bench?

Coach Pop may have a problem at the start on how to play with his 'new toys'. But just the same I bet you, opposing coaches will have trouble figuring out ways to stop them. This is the new-look Spurs. They look more balanced offensively and defensively. A nice blend of experience, youth, talent, athleticism and leadership. That's why if this team can stay healthy, other teams should watch out...

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Hey man, glad to see you are Ok. Or, at least, safe and alive enough to do a post.

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

by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Sep 30, 2009 11:12 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Thanks Wayne...

I’m alive and kicking… everyone is safe… all’s good!

http://myspurslink.blogspot.com

by Robby23 on Oct 1, 2009 12:16 AM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Nice job, Robby. This probably deserves a JTU, but I forgot what that stands for.

by Gino20 on Oct 2, 2009 11:30 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

It means “JRW Thumbs Up” and although it began as a way for me to say that I liked/approved of something, it eventually became something that anyone can award to sufficiently brilliant posts/comments/witty banter.

From under the radar to hanging in the rafters - Big50
5 in 10

by jollyrogerwilco on Oct 3, 2009 12:02 AM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

jollyroger

Thanks for the info… by the way if you guys have your own blog, i’d love to share links, thanks!

http://myspurslink.blogspot.com

by Robby23 on Oct 3, 2009 1:05 AM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Thanks Gino20

I’m a new blogger that loves the Spurs… and this offseason is really slow… can’t wait for the season to start!

http://myspurslink.blogspot.com

by Robby23 on Oct 3, 2009 1:03 AM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Healthy Duncan, Ginobli smells like v-i-c-t-o-r-y

Nice read Robby 23. Got a question for all. Who do you think will fill out the 15th spot on the roster? Tough since we have 14 guaranteed signs and the likes of Williams and Hairston are make goods. It looks like training camp may be very competitive. Anybody think there is a two for one trade pending?

by jimjule on Oct 3, 2009 11:27 AM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Here's what I think...

the 15th roster is a battle between Williams and Hairston (I like them both). But Williams might get it because Hairston’s chances to make the team was hurt with the signing of Bogans (I could be wrong).

Regarding a Trade, IF Haislip, Williams and Hairston really showed up in camp. Bonner might be the odd man out (although I like his ability to space the floor).

http://myspurslink.blogspot.com

by Robby23 on Oct 4, 2009 6:15 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

i think our x-factor this season is the younger players. they do well, tim and pop gets one for the thumb.

either way, this is gonna be a great season!

13 points in 39 seconds. Enough said.

by Duhoh on Oct 7, 2009 2:36 AM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I agree, Blair, Hill and even Ian could be our X-Factors… by the way, the Spurs played great last night even with the loss… The Spurs clearly used the game to evaluate their players. And Bonner did well!

http://myspurslink.blogspot.com

by Robby23 on Oct 7, 2009 8:16 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

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