48 Minutes of Hell: A Conversation with Marcus Williams

Tim Varner interviewed Marcus, and the result is a powerful insight into one of our new hopefuls and the Spurs' relationship with the Austin Toros. Check it out.

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Awesome. Can we start the season early? I’m eager to see what some of the lesser-known guys, like the Marcuses, can do.

ACLs are like crutches. They’re only for the weaklings who can’t get along without them. -jollyrogerwilco

by Tim C. on Sep 9, 2009 11:56 AM CDT reply actions

He is very sneaky with the April numbers. Its just an average of two games. Got me all excited. He averaged a Driple-Touble in the playoffs though.

"If an expert says it can't be done, get another expert"
- DBG

by LasEspuelas on Sep 9, 2009 12:22 PM CDT reply actions

This is a must read. It gives so much insight into Marcus Williams, Pop, and Coach Snyder. I liked his stories of sharing a locker or locker space with Bowen. You always assume that the Spurs players are great in the locker room and to rookies, but its really great to hear it from the young guys themselves. Other things I really liked where is tenacity in wanting to defend both Parker and RJ in camp along with his comments about playing with Brent Barry.

It’ll be interesting if we ever get to see Hairston, Mahinmi, and Williams all on the court together with their chemistry.

by BlaseE on Sep 9, 2009 12:57 PM CDT reply actions

Add Blair(or Haislip) and Hill to that mix, and I love our young, athletic bench unit.

ACLs are like crutches. They’re only for the weaklings who can’t get along without them. -jollyrogerwilco

by Tim C. on Sep 9, 2009 12:59 PM CDT up reply actions

I’m amazed at how underappreciated our depth/bench really is. I honestly see the Spurs as the deepest team in the NBA. Give or take, I’ve got us counted at about 9 deep. It’s a shame, but probably, as usual, a blessing in disguise that other fans and critics do not see past our Big 3.

"If you think Tony Parker is better than Manu Ginobili, you need to stop drinking before you come in here." - Charles Barkley, to Kenny Smith.

by Ed (dfjmed) on Sep 9, 2009 2:25 PM CDT up reply actions

Hill and the three from the D-League area all familiar with the Spurs system from their experience with the organization. RJ, Dice, and Ratliff are all experienced veterans. Mason has a year under his belt now. The ball will run through the big three on most plays. There are a lot of factors working for the success of our role players and bench this year.

by BlaseE on Sep 9, 2009 2:53 PM CDT up reply actions

Yeah, his stories were cool (pun intended), except people knew that Brent can handle the ball. The real question is: Did he dunk during pickup games?

"Yes, it's important that I have good numbers, and I'm well-respected as a player. But I think it's more important that I'm respected as a man." - Some Tall Guy Who Wore #50

by theonlyromeo on Sep 10, 2009 12:22 AM CDT up reply actions

I dont mean to be a negative nancy, but Marcus Williams strikes me as a body to be utilized meaningfully only in the event Manu, Mason and George Hill all get injured.

I dont buy for one second that Marcus can run the Point, or defend point guards….

by alamobro on Sep 9, 2009 7:43 PM CDT reply actions