Tiago Splitter is Officially a Spur
by Josh Guyer (completely deck) on Jul 12, 2010 4:01 PM CDT
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Here's an interview with Tiago from KENS 5: http://www.kens5.com/video?id=98279699&sec=547407
San Antonio Spurs have won the NBA Offseason Championship.
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C’mon. I’m Tiago’s biggest stalker.
"We'll see how our character is," guard Tony Parker said. "We don't have time to be sad. Nobody cares. It's just us. We're the only ones who can help each other."
by Josh Guyer (completely deck) on Jul 12, 2010 4:03 PM CDT up reply actions
Has he started the paperwork on the restraining order yet?
by CapHill on Jul 12, 2010 4:38 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Why do you think the press conference started 45 minutes late?
We specialize in misinformation around here. Facts and stats just get in the way.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Jul 12, 2010 4:40 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
I love the enthusiasm, cd, but Miami has won the offseason NBA championship. Sorry.
by CapHill on Jul 12, 2010 4:08 PM CDT reply actions 1 recs
Some thought we won that last year and where did we end up?
Going for the first even year championship!
I’m not predicting a chip for Miami (far from it). I just think they won the offseason this year. However, at this point, considering our needs, I’d put us at #3. And I am ecstatic that Tiago is here!
because of Korver and Reddick?
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by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Jul 12, 2010 4:26 PM CDT up reply actions
Oh yeah, and Boozer. I actually don’t like the Boozer signing. But, I don’t like anything.
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by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Jul 12, 2010 4:27 PM CDT up reply actions
It’s established fact that you don’t like anything. But do you like any person?
Besides George Hill, of course, which goes without saying.
I’m happy and very great. - Tiago Splitter
I like all people. And animals.
We specialize in misinformation around here. Facts and stats just get in the way.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Jul 12, 2010 8:22 PM CDT up reply actions
Especially bobcats.
"If I was the kind of guy who posted a signature line, this would be it from now on." -SiMA
by SgtinManusArmy on Jul 12, 2010 10:21 PM CDT up reply actions
he’ll slow them down more than they should be though, but I guess their new coach will do a lot of that too.
You are only young once, but you can be immature for a lifetime
by the little o on Jul 13, 2010 3:00 AM CDT up reply actions
Really? I guess you could make the argument even though I still like the Splitter signing more.
"I've got Tim (Duncan) and you don't. That's the difference." -Gregg Popovich
In my mind, the offseason is about filling the holes in your roster, unless you’re Miami, which was just a giant hole. Chicago needed another body inside and some outside shooters. Despite what one might think of Boozer, he does fill a need, as do Korver and Redick.
In our case, we needed a shooter, a defensive-minded center and a backup SF. We’ve filled two of those spots. Yet our guys are of a unproven nature, so that is why I put Chicago at #2 as of right now.
Here’s one for you: how bad will Chicago’s defense be if Boozer, Korver, and Reddick are on the court at the same time?
Btw, good points you make. I agree with that assessment.
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by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Jul 12, 2010 4:38 PM CDT up reply actions
Wayne, you are right about there defense being hella suspect with there off season signee’s on the court at the same time. There head coach though is a supposedly defensive guru. So maybe he can get those guys to play a little better. Oh yeah Reddick i an okay team defender
One thing i can do...................is FINGER ROLL.
by gunnin' gervin on Jul 12, 2010 10:20 PM CDT up reply actions
I agree. I think Chicago and Miami are far ahead of everyone else this post-season.
"If an expert says it can't be done, get another expert"
- DBG
Actually the post-season is over. LA won that. Again. Sob.
by doggydogworld on Jul 12, 2010 4:40 PM CDT up reply actions
LA hasn’t been too bad in the off-season as well. Blake is an improvement over Farmar, and addresses their only real need before
next season.
"We lost so many games that we shouldn't have lost," - Ginobili, May 2010
they could also use a decent bench wing, but I guess that’d just be nitpicking.
You are only young once, but you can be immature for a lifetime
by the little o on Jul 13, 2010 3:03 AM CDT up reply actions
I’d also take into account that they gave away Hinrich and their draft pick.
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by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Jul 12, 2010 4:41 PM CDT up reply actions
He got traded to the Wizards with their #17(?) pick for a future second or something. It doesn’t become official until the 15th for some reason or another.
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by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Jul 12, 2010 4:47 PM CDT up reply actions
I’d prefer chef, actually.
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by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Jul 12, 2010 4:52 PM CDT up reply actions
He specializes in hot dogs and blank stares.
"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 12, 2010 4:58 PM CDT up reply actions
Cap, isn’t it funny how everyone thinks Miami is now the favorite, despite the fact that, of the Big Three, only Wade has a ring, and he got that against the Mavs. Do I need to say more? lol
by freshtunarightofftheboat on Jul 12, 2010 4:15 PM CDT up reply actions
Miami has won the offseason NBA championship.
We won it last year, but once again failed to repeat.
by doggydogworld on Jul 12, 2010 4:18 PM CDT up reply actions
It sure does. Kinda like the next generation after Tim Duncan (21) and David Robinson (00)
by freshtunarightofftheboat on Jul 12, 2010 4:12 PM CDT up reply actions
Of course you mean 50 for David right?
"I've got Tim (Duncan) and you don't. That's the difference." -Gregg Popovich
I hope so
"Mr. Gilmore deserves to be in the Basketball Hall of Fame damnit. Highest field goal percentage EVER"
http://www.basketball-reference.com/players/g/gilmoar01.html
by Joe deLarios on Jul 12, 2010 5:37 PM CDT up reply actions
Tuna never can really do math very well until it’s off the boat for a day or two, at least.
I’m happy and very great. - Tiago Splitter
lol!
but it was really more of a brain fart than a math problem. :)
by freshtunarightofftheboat on Jul 13, 2010 1:37 AM CDT up reply actions
Too true.
Welcome to PtR, tuna, where we nitpick, not because we expect perfection, but because it can be fun. Thanks for having a sense of humor about it.
I’m happy and very great. - Tiago Splitter
are you in an acapella group andy?
You are only young once, but you can be immature for a lifetime
by the little o on Jul 13, 2010 3:11 AM CDT up reply actions
I love Erin.
Just cause we're crippled, don't mean we gotta take the crumbs.
by silverandblack_davis on Jul 13, 2010 6:58 PM CDT up reply actions
Sometimes, I just peek my head out from behind plants.
"If I was the kind of guy who posted a signature line, this would be it from now on." -SiMA
by SgtinManusArmy on Jul 13, 2010 7:28 PM CDT up reply actions
thanx jrw… I don’t post much here in the off-season, but the Splitter signing inspired me! :)
by freshtunarightofftheboat on Jul 15, 2010 11:18 AM CDT up reply actions
Hi Blair.
"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 12, 2010 4:10 PM CDT up reply actions
I’m glad Tiago is a Spur now. Any news on RJ? We need an effective wing now. Cummon RC
Keep the faith!!
::giggles::
You are only young once, but you can be immature for a lifetime
by the little o on Jul 13, 2010 3:12 AM CDT up reply actions
http://www.nba.com/spurs/news/100712_spurs_sign_tiago_splitter.html
"He was just a young skinny guy who looked like a winner. We didn’t know he was going to be as good as he is."
—Popovich on Manu Ginobili
Lets see how long it takes BSPN to announce it
"He was just a young skinny guy who looked like a winner. We didn’t know he was going to be as good as he is."
—Popovich on Manu Ginobili
I tweeted that I was not planning on renewing my season tickets. But with the possibility of no RJ and addition of Tiago, I might have to reconsider. If we trade Bonner, I’m definitely in.
"GINOBILI!" -- Sir Charles
"I mean, Dartmouth really sucks and Cornell only beat us by 18. Temple will beat the hell out of Cornell. Promise." -- Me
Follow me on Twitter @DartFred
RJ’s coming back and Bonner is staying. RC and Pop have it in for you, Fred.
by doggydogworld on Jul 12, 2010 4:32 PM CDT up reply actions
I think the Spurs could go 82-0 and we’d still be treated to those.
We specialize in misinformation around here. Facts and stats just get in the way.
by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Jul 12, 2010 4:39 PM CDT up reply actions
I was listening to Adam Carolla’s podcast and he does a segment called, “What Can’t Adam Complain About?” He’ll ask people from the crowd to throw out something that he can’t possibly complain about and then he’ll go off on a 10 minute rant on why it sucks. I think I could definitely do that with anything Spurs related.
"GINOBILI!" -- Sir Charles
"I mean, Dartmouth really sucks and Cornell only beat us by 18. Temple will beat the hell out of Cornell. Promise." -- Me
Follow me on Twitter @DartFred
Hell yeah, it’s what makes it so much fun to meet you for a beer before the game.
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by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Jul 12, 2010 4:54 PM CDT up reply actions
Bonner on a team that has depth is actually a good player for what he could provide. As long as he’s not the only 3 point shooter and only big man not named Duncan, then he should be fine. His deal is trade friendly for the life of the contract and I’d bet there is a partial guarantee on the last year. He plays well during the regular season, so at least Spurs can utilize him and rest other big men for the pot season.
I’m sure Pop will do the same with Parker and Manu with all the young talent they have.
Finally. Once RJ signs back on I’ll be ok.
"I've got Tim (Duncan) and you don't. That's the difference." -Gregg Popovich
I’m so happy. I’ve been waiting for this moment
Here in Brazil everybody is celebrating
by Glauber da Rocha on Jul 12, 2010 4:30 PM CDT reply actions
Awesome.
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by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Jul 12, 2010 4:39 PM CDT up reply actions
It’s not the World Cup trophy but hey, it’s better than nothing.
Just cause we're crippled, don't mean we gotta take the crumbs.
by silverandblack_davis on Jul 12, 2010 5:09 PM CDT up reply actions
Somewhat unrelated but I wonder what the schedule will be like for us to start next season. I didn’t like the huge amount of home games at the start because I think we need some road games early to help the team gel better. Sorry for that random tidbit. You may now continue with your praise of Tiago.
"I've got Tim (Duncan) and you don't. That's the difference." -Gregg Popovich
I like the 22—aesthetics are important when choosing a jersey number ;)
I love getting hung up on bullshit on positive days like today!
"You may all go to hell, and I will go to Texas." -Davy Crockett
"Give me an army of West Point graduates, and I'll win a battle. Give me a handful of Texas Aggies, and I'll win a war." -Gen. George S. Patton
Get that Brad Pitt graphic off the comments. This does not make us look good.
Awesome that we got Tiago. It’s no guarantee but it will help us in the long run. And who the heck cares, who they think or that the Heat won the off season title. Let’s get RJ done next. He will be more productive this year as well as the core from last year coming together and being more productive. Also, when I met Tiago back in 07 at the airport, he looks like a 6’11 Brazilian version of Brad Pitt only better looking. This has nothing to do with anything except that he will have the same effect on our local women that Korver had in Utah.
Numbah 22. Called it. Welcome Tiago!
Just cause we're crippled, don't mean we gotta take the crumbs.
by silverandblack_davis on Jul 12, 2010 5:10 PM CDT reply actions
JMcDonald_SAEN
Per old man Monroe, Splitter’s deal is for three years and $10 million total. #spurs
This is an absolute STEAL if true. Leaves us some money for another SF.
The people of the village fell silent, as the beast opened its mouth. And then the beast spoke, and said "LOL BRO".
Insane.
"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 12, 2010 6:20 PM CDT up reply actions
That, LeDecision, is how you “get over yourself”.
Just cause we're crippled, don't mean we gotta take the crumbs.
by silverandblack_davis on Jul 12, 2010 6:28 PM CDT up reply actions
I’m assuming it’s only for three years so he doesn’t have to wait too long to get a better deal?
"I've got Tim (Duncan) and you don't. That's the difference." -Gregg Popovich
Double Deuce!
"Mr. Gilmore deserves to be in the Basketball Hall of Fame damnit. Highest field goal percentage EVER"
http://www.basketball-reference.com/players/g/gilmoar01.html
I honestly never thought this would happen
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.
+100
"If I was the kind of guy who posted a signature line, this would be it from now on." -SiMA
by SgtinManusArmy on Jul 12, 2010 10:22 PM CDT up reply actions
wohoo!
free malik hairston!
perth wildcats - 2009/2010 nbl champions baby!
by sleep research facility on Jul 12, 2010 6:08 PM CDT reply actions
Where is alamobro?
Just cause we're crippled, don't mean we gotta take the crumbs.
by silverandblack_davis on Jul 12, 2010 6:29 PM CDT reply actions
YEAH FOR US… WE HAVE ANOTHER BRAZILIAN ON THE TEAM!
Superman wears Manu Ginobili pajamas to bed. ~ CMoney
I am happy. I am proud. ~ Manu Ginobili
FCP at it again:
FakeCoachPop
Tiago Splitter is now officially a member of the #Spurs. He also has the hairiest butt since Vinny Del Negro.
Just cause we're crippled, don't mean we gotta take the crumbs.
by silverandblack_davis on Jul 12, 2010 6:35 PM CDT reply actions
Hmmpphhh, the disrespect that he continues to show me is unbelievable.
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by Wayne Vore (ATS) on Jul 12, 2010 8:15 PM CDT up reply actions 2 recs
GOL
You are only young once, but you can be immature for a lifetime
by the little o on Jul 13, 2010 3:20 AM CDT up reply actions
I’m so pleased with this signing, I’m willing to forgive him for looking like a taller Andy Roddick. He fills so many needs for the Spurs and between George Hill, Blair, Splitter and Anderson maybe we’ll hear less about how ancient the team is.
Asked before the game how Parker has looked, Popovich said, "He’s still cute. "
Oh, rest assured, as long as Timmeh is our anchor and Manu is his wingman, we will be regaled with tales of our age. It is but a clever cloak for our youthfulness, however!
"You may all go to hell, and I will go to Texas." -Davy Crockett
"Give me an army of West Point graduates, and I'll win a battle. Give me a handful of Texas Aggies, and I'll win a war." -Gen. George S. Patton
Wow! 10 million for 3 years for splitter, i have expected him to sign for the full mle. Can the spurs use the remaining of the mle plus the lle to sign a guy for SF? Go spurs go!!! =)
it would be cool if we could. “Spurs use the LLEMLE to get a kick-ass SF!”
You are only young once, but you can be immature for a lifetime
by the little o on Jul 13, 2010 3:23 AM CDT up reply actions
Thanks for that info. But the spurs can use the remaining of the MLE to sign another guy right? A raja bell maybe or barnes..
whadayaknow… 22 is my favorite number. hope he doesn’t mess it up. high hopes, tiago. high hopes. something i had last year after the rj signing. look what happened.
"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
There are almost 4 1/2 ’5’s in Tiago’s number, that’s gotta mean something good.
"If I was the kind of guy who posted a signature line, this would be it from now on." -SiMA
by SgtinManusArmy on Jul 12, 2010 10:23 PM CDT reply actions
I know you’ve been busy and all, but there’s absolutely no excuse for this. NONE.
Try again, O ye of virulent seed.
"If I was the kind of guy who posted a signature line, this would be it from now on." -SiMA
by SgtinManusArmy on Jul 13, 2010 1:59 AM CDT up reply actions
HA!
Haven’t we been through this often enough? Every time you’re gone for a prolonged period of time, upon your return I jump on some innocuous statement of yours with a harmless and somewhat lame attempt at busting on you, and you feign anger and reply with an insult about ten times more potent and damaging than mine.
You’d have thought that our roles were well enough established that it would be unnecessary for me to tell you yours.
I’m happy and very great. - Tiago Splitter
Today is a great day
One thing i can do...................is FINGER ROLL.
by gunnin' gervin on Jul 12, 2010 10:24 PM CDT reply actions
I don’t know if anyone has posted it before but this is pretty funny
"Deep down we all know that swagger comes hand in hand with insecurity. We strut not to convince competitors of our dominance; we strut to convince ourselves."
Matthew Powell
I feel like this kid right now!
I never take the high road, but I tell other people to, that way there is more room for me on the low road.
by SinCitySpur on Jul 12, 2010 11:08 PM CDT reply actions 1 recs
…or accidentally trade him for someone who can learn.
"If I was the kind of guy who posted a signature line, this would be it from now on." -SiMA
by SgtinManusArmy on Jul 13, 2010 2:00 AM CDT up reply actions
The only way that video could have pushed me more over the edge with excitement is if at the end, Tiago got really serious and stared into the camera and said, “I must break you.”
"If I was the kind of guy who posted a signature line, this would be it from now on." -SiMA
Does R.C. Buford ever tuck his shirt in?
Asked before the game how Parker has looked, Popovich said, "He’s still cute. "
Pop does it for him, but he’s usually busy.
You are only young once, but you can be immature for a lifetime
by the little o on Jul 13, 2010 2:43 PM CDT up reply actions
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