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benefactor
10-14-2008, 05:41 AM
Might as well go ahead and get a thread going for tonights game. The game is an early game...6pm..and is showing up on my channel guide. I am at work right now but I believe it is 561 for Dish. Just check channels 560-570 and it should be there.

Everyone has now had a couple of games to get the nerves/cobwebs out, so I expect to see the guys that are really going to work hard to earn a spot get out there and do it. As of right now Hairston will probably at least wind up with the Toros. He might actually get some active time while Manu is out. Its still a toss up with many of the other guys, but Pop has seemed to infer that Tolliver could be sticking around despite his shooting struggles through the first two games. Maybe he settles in and finds a grove tonight.

The two things I am looking forward to the most tonight are more of George Hill and a look at Finley 2.0.

Pistons < Spurs
10-14-2008, 09:58 AM
Billups will be out w/ a sprained ankle, so expect to see a lot of Rodney Stuckey and Will Bynum! The PG matchups should be fun to watch.

Watch for Aaron Afflalo, already a good defender, he's been very solid this pre-season on the offensive end.

Also, I'll be curious to see how Amir Johnson's athleticism does against the Spurs frontcourt.

SenorSpur
10-14-2008, 10:31 AM
Billups will be out w/ a sprained ankle, so expect to see a lot of Rodney Stuckey and Will Bynum! The PG matchups should be fun to watch.

Watch for Aaron Afflalo, already a good defender, he's been very solid this pre-season on the offensive end.

Also, I'll be curious to see how Amir Johnson's athleticism does against the Spurs frontcourt.

Considering the limited athleticism the Spurs have upfront to match, and assuming Duncan doesn't play much, as expected, I would expect Johnson to have a field day. That said, I hope that Watkins will have a fair opportunity.

Pistons < Spurs
10-14-2008, 11:03 AM
Yeah, his athleticism should really stand out in this matchup.

However his lack of strength leads him to being knocked off the block alot. Weak side blocks he can do, running the floor on the break he can do, establishing position on either end of the court, he struggles with. I'm hoping Timmy plays decent minutes tonight to give him some much needed experience.



And for you Argentina fans, sorry to say that Hermann will not be playing. Bruised/sore ribs has kept him out for the last week or so.

benefactor
10-14-2008, 12:07 PM
Considering the limited athleticism the Spurs have upfront to match, and assuming Duncan doesn't play much, as expected, I would expect Johnson to have a field day. That said, I hope that Watkins will have a fair opportunity.
I agree. Watkins has tools we really need in a backup big man. If he gets the minutes tonight he needs to play hard and smart to at least earn a long second look in upcoming games.

SenorSpur
10-14-2008, 12:16 PM
I agree. Watkins has tools we really need in a backup big man. If he gets the minutes tonight he needs to play hard and smart to at least earn a long second look in upcoming games.

Amen. There is a definite need for a big who has these kinds of skills. His defense, rebounding and shotblocking ability would come in handy versus the suddenly bigger frontlines of the Western Conference. I don't want to see Tim trying to fend out these bigs by himself again this year.

IMO, Watkins has an inside track on a roster spot - especially with Ian out the entire preseason. Of course, my opinion doesn't count for squat. :lol

benefactor
10-14-2008, 12:38 PM
Amen. There is a definite need for a big who has these kinds of skills. His defense, rebounding and shotblocking ability would come in handy versus the suddenly bigger frontlines of the Western Conference. I don't want to see Tim trying to fend out these bigs by himself again this year.

IMO, Watkins has an inside track on a roster spot - especially with Ian out the entire preseason. Of course, my opinion doesn't count for squat. :lol
He has made mistakes too though...which is why I stress that he must play smart tonight and in upcoming games. He has had 2 blocked shots in each game and has altered others with his defense, but he also has 9 turnovers. Thats a pretty big number. Continuing to give the ball up at his current rate will most certainly negate anything good that he does in the eyes of the coaching staff.

byrdman31
10-14-2008, 02:06 PM
:corn::corn:

Amuseddaysleeper
10-14-2008, 02:22 PM
Anyone know what channel this will be on dish network?

Manufan909
10-14-2008, 02:59 PM
For everyone who has really seen Watkins in action, how doe he lose the ball, is he trying to post up and constantly get stripped, or what? And I am PISSED OFF that it seems as if Tolliver is guaranteed, the Spurs already have him in Bonner. There is no one proven with Watkins skills as of right now, till we see what Ian can do withserious NBA minutes.

The Truth #6
10-14-2008, 03:36 PM
I agree about Tolliver. We shouldn't have both he and Bonner on the same team. This situation seems to be headed towards more doghouse politics.

Joe Schmoogins
10-14-2008, 03:37 PM
anyone have any links to the game?

SenorSpur
10-14-2008, 03:45 PM
Personally, I would prefer they keep Tolliver and ship out Bonner. At least Tolliver can do some other things - like play defense and seemingly is an intelligent player. Bonner hustles, but just seems to be a wild-ass, who is a turnstile on defense.

Amuseddaysleeper
10-14-2008, 03:51 PM
Is Bonner in the last year of his contract? I'm just trying to figure out which team would actually want to take him off our hands, especially considering that Isiah Thomas is no longer a GM who takes everyone's garbage.

benefactor
10-14-2008, 04:17 PM
Anyone know what channel this will be on dish network?
First paragraph...first post.

benefactor
10-14-2008, 04:30 PM
Personally, I would prefer they keep Tolliver and ship out Bonner. At least Tolliver can do some other things - like play defense and seemingly is an intelligent player. Bonner hustles, but just seems to be a wild-ass, who is a turnstile on defense.
Tolliver is most definitely an upgrade. He shows good anticipation on his rebounds and he has made some nice plays that show his good basketball IQ, i.e. the post up give and go he ran with Hairston that led to one of Hairston's throw downs. Bonner would have probably bricked a jump hook in that situation.

The situation is Bonner himself. We still owe him over 6mil between this season and next season. It's going to be incredibly difficult to move him. Unless the FO already has some ideas they are entertaining I don't know what is going to happen. Surely they don't plan on keeping him and Tolliver both on the roster.

Amuseddaysleeper
10-14-2008, 05:33 PM
First paragraph...first post.

oops! :oops

anjlbitz
10-14-2008, 05:38 PM
How about on DirecTV?

JamStone
10-14-2008, 05:47 PM
I got the Silver Stars playing with a lot of energy trying to get revenge...

ElNono
10-14-2008, 05:50 PM
http://www.justin.tv/tvssports

urunobili
10-14-2008, 06:00 PM
663 direcTV

benefactor
10-14-2008, 06:02 PM
Coverage has started...gotta make a Whataburger run. I'll have to pause it and catch up in a little bit.

Fermixalot
10-14-2008, 06:07 PM
http://www.justin.tv/tvssports


The link says the content is mature, I'm at school and don't want to open it. Can someone confirm that its the game because these type of things are monitored rather closely at my school.

timtonymanu
10-14-2008, 06:08 PM
does anyone know who's starting tonight?

completely deck
10-14-2008, 06:09 PM
The link says the content is mature, I'm at school and don't want to open it. Can someone confirm that its the game because these type of things are monitored rather closely at my school.

yeah it's the game but it's not showing right now for some reason

Fermixalot
10-14-2008, 06:09 PM
ok thanks a lot. I'm spineless, I know

SAtown
10-14-2008, 06:10 PM
The link says the content is mature, I'm at school and don't want to open it. Can someone confirm that its the game because these type of things are monitored rather closely at my school.

It's just a blank screen right now that says "Not Broadcasting." It will be working in a little while. I'm guessing it says the content is mature because of the chat box on the right, but you can always maximize the screen

Fermixalot
10-14-2008, 06:11 PM
It's just a blank screen right now that says "Not Broadcasting." It will be working in a little while. I'm guessing it says the content is mature because of the chat box on the right, but you can always maximize the screen

Yeah its a three hour class so I'm stuck here for awhile, but it'll be sweet to zone out the professor for some Spurs action!:hat

Pistons < Spurs
10-14-2008, 06:12 PM
WTF.... Someone needs to mention to Pop that the beard doesn't look good at all.

ElNono
10-14-2008, 06:12 PM
New, working link: http://www.justin.tv/sporrtcenter

completely deck
10-14-2008, 06:13 PM
GAME IS HERE:
http://www.justin.tv/sporrtcenter

Pistons < Spurs
10-14-2008, 06:13 PM
Aww man. Parker's not playing? I was looking forward to seeing him and Stuckey go at it.

timvp
10-14-2008, 06:14 PM
Niiice D by Hill.

DPG21920
10-14-2008, 06:14 PM
You are the man Nono! Hill with a steal

timvp
10-14-2008, 06:14 PM
Sweet, got game in HD.

Spurs Brazil
10-14-2008, 06:15 PM
Why we never get Spurs on Audio League Pass????

Tolliver with 2 missed shots already

timvp
10-14-2008, 06:15 PM
Hill looking good already.

Fermixalot
10-14-2008, 06:15 PM
sweet shot from hill. gets the friendly roll

DPG21920
10-14-2008, 06:15 PM
Tolliver bricks bad, Hill drains!

timtonymanu
10-14-2008, 06:16 PM
Hill with a 2!

timvp
10-14-2008, 06:16 PM
Manu, Udoka's offense has looked horrible in preseason so far.

Spurs Brazil
10-14-2008, 06:16 PM
Hill J

timvp
10-14-2008, 06:17 PM
Great D by Hill.

timtonymanu
10-14-2008, 06:17 PM
Tolliver for 3!

Spurs Brazil
10-14-2008, 06:18 PM
Tolliver 3333333333

DPG21920
10-14-2008, 06:18 PM
Hill with really good defense, nice 3 by Tolliver

timvp
10-14-2008, 06:18 PM
Great D by Hill again. And then drains a three.

Holy fack.

Pistons < Spurs
10-14-2008, 06:18 PM
Pistons look like poop out there.

timtonymanu
10-14-2008, 06:18 PM
Hill for 3!

Spurs Brazil
10-14-2008, 06:18 PM
Hill 3333333333333333333333

Spurs up 11-0 to start the game

Fermixalot
10-14-2008, 06:18 PM
Bowen to Hill for the wide-open 3. 11-0 spurs. timeout pistons.

DPG21920
10-14-2008, 06:19 PM
Hill looking very sharp on both ends.

Fermixalot
10-14-2008, 06:19 PM
and holy crap, Hill looks damn good.

Oink Oink
10-14-2008, 06:20 PM
great start:flag:

crc21209
10-14-2008, 06:20 PM
1st Game Ive had the chance to watch this pre-season and 1st couple mins what I am seeing from Hill i LOVE. Vaughn GTFO. lol. Seriously though, Hill is doing very good.

timvp
10-14-2008, 06:20 PM
Hill looks so much better than in summer league. He's getting more elevation on his jumper and he's much more aware defensively.

timvp
10-14-2008, 06:22 PM
Tolliver needs to rebound and mix in a pass to make this team.

timtonymanu
10-14-2008, 06:23 PM
man Udoka's been playing like crap.

Fermixalot
10-14-2008, 06:24 PM
Oh if only Tim had taken that shot!!

Hill is moving!!!

timvp
10-14-2008, 06:25 PM
Hill coming back down to earth . . .

Pistons < Spurs
10-14-2008, 06:27 PM
how do you miss that alley oop....

DPG21920
10-14-2008, 06:27 PM
Nice dish by Hill

Pistons < Spurs
10-14-2008, 06:28 PM
And 1!!!

Fermixalot
10-14-2008, 06:28 PM
Its over... Kwame just checked it.

timvp
10-14-2008, 06:28 PM
Tolliver is threatening to put Grand Rapids' bricklayers out of business . . .

Spurs Brazil
10-14-2008, 06:30 PM
Nice block by Malik

Vinnie_Johnson
10-14-2008, 06:31 PM
What up Spurs it's game blog time.:toast

tav1
10-14-2008, 06:31 PM
I feel bad for Tolliver...he might be blowing the chance of a lifetime one bad performance at a time.

Hill belongs. No question. Good news for the Spurs.

timtonymanu
10-14-2008, 06:32 PM
Vaughn with the jumper!

ElNono
10-14-2008, 06:32 PM
Stop the presses... Jacque Vaughn has a jumper!

timtonymanu
10-14-2008, 06:33 PM
that was nice from Farmer!

timvp
10-14-2008, 06:33 PM
Pop ripping into Hairston.

urunobili
10-14-2008, 06:34 PM
Pop ripping into Hairston.

what did he do wrong? that was quite a facial!

timvp
10-14-2008, 06:35 PM
Bonner has to hit that ..........

timtonymanu
10-14-2008, 06:35 PM
Bonner has to hit that ..........

and he doesnt

timvp
10-14-2008, 06:36 PM
what did he do wrong? that was quite a facial!He didn't switch defensively on the down screen.

timvp
10-14-2008, 06:37 PM
How does Bonner not shoot that with Rasheed flying at him? :rolleyes

DPG21920
10-14-2008, 06:39 PM
If Bonner would just hit a couple shots from outside his game would open up so much. He is capable of forcing his way to the ft line at least 2-3 times a game.

ElNono
10-14-2008, 06:39 PM
How does Bonner not shoot that with Rasheed flying at him? :rolleyes

You're too cranky today...:lol wassup?

Dex
10-14-2008, 06:40 PM
I love Spurstalk.

timvp
10-14-2008, 06:41 PM
You're too cranky today...:lol wassup?I'm not the one yelling at Hairston . . .

Spurs Brazil
10-14-2008, 06:41 PM
Spurs up 8 after one

ElNono
10-14-2008, 06:42 PM
I'm not the one yelling at Hairston . . .

I know, that mean, bearded man... Are we gonna have a vBookie on wether Pop will let it grow until the season starts?

timvp
10-14-2008, 06:42 PM
Bonner hits. I love him!!!!!!!!!!

ElNono
10-14-2008, 06:42 PM
There you go Matt...

Fermixalot
10-14-2008, 06:42 PM
There's Bonner picking it up

Spurs Brazil
10-14-2008, 06:43 PM
Bonner 333333

DPG21920
10-14-2008, 06:43 PM
Nice shot by Bonner but then terrible position on the def board

timtonymanu
10-14-2008, 06:43 PM
Good shot Bonner!

Dex
10-14-2008, 06:43 PM
Foul on Bonner. Noo0o0o0o0o0 :pctoss

DPG21920
10-14-2008, 06:43 PM
Hairston is a very nice athlete

bdictjames
10-14-2008, 06:44 PM
Can anyone PM me a link?

Dex
10-14-2008, 06:44 PM
JV on the court makes me wanna become a golf fan.

Fermixalot
10-14-2008, 06:45 PM
Quick shot.

Oh! JV on the ground battling!

timtonymanu
10-14-2008, 06:45 PM
Farmer for 3!

timvp
10-14-2008, 06:45 PM
Farmer looks pretty impressive. Good speed off the dribble and good elevation on the J.

timvp
10-14-2008, 06:46 PM
JV on the court makes me wanna become a golf fan.

:lmao

I guess I'm not the only one counting down the minutes until Hill is put back in.

Amuseddaysleeper
10-14-2008, 06:47 PM
Wooooo Farmer!

SIGN HIM UP!

timvp
10-14-2008, 06:47 PM
Damn Farmer is a bad ass.

Fermixalot
10-14-2008, 06:47 PM
get knocked down, knock down a three!

that's how you do it!

bdictjames
10-14-2008, 06:47 PM
Farmer downtown!

mexicanjunior
10-14-2008, 06:47 PM
Farmer is looking more and more like Stephen Jackson...

timtonymanu
10-14-2008, 06:47 PM
Farmer!

Spurs Brazil
10-14-2008, 06:48 PM
Farmer on fire!!!

urunobili
10-14-2008, 06:48 PM
God plz make the sPURS waive bOnner and get Farmer

Oink Oink
10-14-2008, 06:48 PM
farmer:toast

Dex
10-14-2008, 06:48 PM
Can anyone PM me a link?

ygm

timvp
10-14-2008, 06:49 PM
Farmer is looking more and more like Stephen Jackson...

That's exactly who he reminded me of in that series of possessions.

birdy219
10-14-2008, 06:49 PM
Farmer!

Ima liking what Ima seeing. :flag:

bdictjames
10-14-2008, 06:50 PM
ygm
Thanks mate.

johnnyblues
10-14-2008, 06:50 PM
JV on the court makes me wanna become a golf fan.

lol :lmao

Spurs Brazil
10-14-2008, 06:51 PM
Hill 3333333333333

timvp
10-14-2008, 06:51 PM
Hill back in. And hits a three.

Fermixalot
10-14-2008, 06:52 PM
argh!! my link is dead. NO!!!

bdictjames
10-14-2008, 06:52 PM
What happened?

tav1
10-14-2008, 06:52 PM
ygm

me too? please.

bdictjames
10-14-2008, 06:52 PM
The Spurs are in pretty good shape, better than preseason last year.

Dex
10-14-2008, 06:52 PM
:( NBA just put the smack down on our fun.

mexicanjunior
10-14-2008, 06:53 PM
argh!! my link is dead. NO!!!

Mine just died as well...

bdictjames
10-14-2008, 06:53 PM
Darn it.

tomtom
10-14-2008, 06:54 PM
:(

timtonymanu
10-14-2008, 06:55 PM
it should be back now.

Kriz-Maxima
10-14-2008, 06:55 PM
Finally i get to see a Pistons game, I get home and they are down 15. Great.

mexicanjunior
10-14-2008, 06:55 PM
It came back up, on commercial break...

Dex
10-14-2008, 06:55 PM
It lives!

Check PMs tom tom.

Darkwaters
10-14-2008, 06:55 PM
My link just activated. Radio sucks.

Darkwaters
10-14-2008, 06:56 PM
It sounds like Farmer and Hill are exciting.

DPG21920
10-14-2008, 06:56 PM
and we are back!

timvp
10-14-2008, 06:57 PM
I'm still not convinced that Tolliver isn't just Bonner in costume.

timtonymanu
10-14-2008, 06:57 PM
Is Mason not playing tonight?

bdictjames
10-14-2008, 06:58 PM
Is it just me or Bowen looks fatter than usual?

tp2021
10-14-2008, 06:58 PM
does somebody have a Mac friendly link?

Amuseddaysleeper
10-14-2008, 06:59 PM
Duncan should just go to the bench for the rest of the game

Pistons < Spurs
10-14-2008, 06:59 PM
Nice job Kwame!

timvp
10-14-2008, 06:59 PM
Kwame Brown looking pretty good.

timtonymanu
10-14-2008, 06:59 PM
Pistons going on a run here!

ElNono
10-14-2008, 07:00 PM
does somebody have a Mac friendly link?

It's a flash player... should work on a Mac with the flash plugin installed...

tomtom
10-14-2008, 07:00 PM
Dang I give up, my connection must be too slow cus it skips a ton. Hope somebody can make an analysis after the games over.

bdictjames
10-14-2008, 07:00 PM
These are our Spurs. :lol:

Kriz-Maxima
10-14-2008, 07:00 PM
Kwame looks pretty good.

No league pass in SA?

Fermixalot
10-14-2008, 07:00 PM
does somebody have a Mac friendly link?

http://www.justin.tv/sporrtcenter

works for me

bdictjames
10-14-2008, 07:01 PM
Wade!

timtonymanu
10-14-2008, 07:01 PM
They need to do a Duncan - Where Amazing Happens commercial.

bdictjames
10-14-2008, 07:05 PM
Duncan back to his usual freethrow shot. Not the gay one now.

tp2021
10-14-2008, 07:05 PM
It just says "Not broadcasting"

bdictjames
10-14-2008, 07:05 PM
That's a pretty good deal.

timvp
10-14-2008, 07:06 PM
Gotta love 4-down in preseason.

timtonymanu
10-14-2008, 07:06 PM
Tolliver with the jumper!

mystargtr34
10-14-2008, 07:06 PM
Hey guys, i just got home a little late, it doesnt look lkike theres a link to watch the game, has anyone got one ffor me? Thanks

George Hill looking good?

timvp
10-14-2008, 07:07 PM
Tolliver finally hitting.

bdictjames
10-14-2008, 07:07 PM
Tolliver's amazing.

timtonymanu
10-14-2008, 07:07 PM
Tolliver with another jumper!

xtremesteven33
10-14-2008, 07:08 PM
It just says "Not broadcasting"



me too

Spurs Brazil
10-14-2008, 07:08 PM
Tolliver back to back Js

urunobili
10-14-2008, 07:08 PM
Tolliver's J looks so much better than Bonner's

timvp
10-14-2008, 07:08 PM
Both Finley and Mason not playing tells me one or two of the wings will get waived soon after getting their last exended look.

Spurs Brazil
10-14-2008, 07:12 PM
Spurs up 48-38 at the half

urunobili
10-14-2008, 07:12 PM
Both Finley and Mason not playing tells me one or two of the wings will get waived soon after getting their last exended look.

Green and who else do you think timvp?

Buddy Holly
10-14-2008, 07:15 PM
Green and Gaines (though he's not a wing)

timvp
10-14-2008, 07:15 PM
First half thoughts:

-Duncan looking good. He's not even trying and has 10 and 8 at half :lol

-Hill looked REALLY good to start off the game. He's leveled out a bit but still looks promising. He's already won the backup point guard job.

-Desmon Farmer is a fearless scorer. He might be too small to make it but he's giving it a good try.

-If Tolliver could hit at least 40%, he's going to make the team and probably beat out Bonner for playing time. The problem is his jumper is so shaky that 40% might be asking too much.

-Udoka has sucked in the preseason. I'm not sure what's wrong with him.

-As much as I like Vaughn as a leader, I'm still not convinced whether or not he should or will make the final roster.

timvp
10-14-2008, 07:17 PM
Green and who else do you think timvp?Green and maybe Farmer. Hairston will likely last longer.

Fermixalot
10-14-2008, 07:19 PM
I agree Timvp, I would like to see Farmer make the roster (as much of a stretch that is) because he's aggressive and would be a good burst of energy to come off the bench and feed of Manu and Tony's penetration.

ElNono
10-14-2008, 07:19 PM
Interesting Watkins has not seen playing time today...

DPG21920
10-14-2008, 07:21 PM
This is so bad that Ian is not playing.

Russ
10-14-2008, 07:24 PM
I'm still not convinced that Tolliver isn't just Bonner in costume.

Like Al Jolson?

DesignatedT
10-14-2008, 07:24 PM
i would think that vaughn is a sure thing to make the final roster. i dont see coach pop trusting the backup point position in the hands of a couple rookies.

tav1
10-14-2008, 07:25 PM
George Hill is already the back up, Farmer has long odds, but is making them think, and Stoudamire might still put himself in the mix. Vaughn could get waived.

timvp
10-14-2008, 07:26 PM
i would think that vaughn is a sure thing to make the final roster. i dont see coach pop trusting the backup point position in the hands of a couple rookies.He trusted Beno and Hill is much more of a Pop player than Beno.

Fermixalot
10-14-2008, 07:26 PM
Nah, I too think that Pop would rather shave his beard that entrust the point to a few rooks.

As much as I'd like to get some more young blood into the rotation, Farmer especially.

benefactor
10-14-2008, 07:27 PM
I am wondering about Watkins also. My thoughts at the half...

Hill looks like he is ready for the back up role. He will still need some developing offensively but his defense is already there. Consider me convinced.

Hairston had his good moments...he had a nice defensive play on Prince blocking the ball out of bounds. That will definitely get you brownie points with Pop. He is our most complete swingman of the camp invitees.

Tolliver...ugh. Why can't you just be consistent? As timvp said, all we need is 40ish percent from you and Bonner is on the bus. If we go from right now, he has not done enough IMO.

Farmer and Green have had their moments but they just don't quite have what it takes.

timvp
10-14-2008, 07:27 PM
In a recent interview, Pop was asked what he's looking for in a backup point guard. Pop's answer was "scoring". That's an odd thing to stay if Vaughn were still in the running, but it does explain why the Spurs went hard after Pargo.

ElNono
10-14-2008, 07:29 PM
Gino sighting...

timvp
10-14-2008, 07:29 PM
Looks like Duncan and Bowen also finished for the night.

Is Manu drinking a Bud Light? :rollin

Dex
10-14-2008, 07:30 PM
In a recent interview, Pop was asked what he's looking for in a backup point guard. Pop's answer was "scoring". That's an odd thing to stay if Vaughn were still in the running, but it does explain why the Spurs went hard after Pargo.

That's like Pop saying he's looking for a backup point guard with an American name.

timvp
10-14-2008, 07:30 PM
Damn it where is Hill? :depressed

benefactor
10-14-2008, 07:31 PM
LOL Vaughn with the terrible Parker impression.

Fermixalot
10-14-2008, 07:31 PM
In a recent interview, Pop was asked what he's looking for in a backup point guard. Pop's answer was "scoring". That's an odd thing to stay if Vaughn were still in the running, but it does explain why the Spurs went hard after Pargo.

That's interesting. The scoring droughts last year were pretty bad and I'm sure that was a main focus throughout the off-season. So hopefully they will address that, but I'm still not entirely convinced Pop would let JV go, and the Beno situation probably has something to do with that.

Though the beard might be a sign that Pop has loosened up.

timtonymanu
10-14-2008, 07:31 PM
why is vaughn starting the 3rd?

mystargtr34
10-14-2008, 07:32 PM
Does anyone have an online link to watch ? The Justintv one says not broadcasting for me.

Thanks

tav1
10-14-2008, 07:32 PM
Would it be within league rules for the Spurs to buyout Vaughn and then give him a coaching contract. Or, can they give him some of his money and make him coach for the rest?

Mr.Bottomtooth
10-14-2008, 07:32 PM
wtf Can someone give me a link, the two previously listed aren't working.

benefactor
10-14-2008, 07:32 PM
Bonner...brick.

Dex
10-14-2008, 07:32 PM
Showcasing Vaughn for the trade deadline.

Pistons within 4.

ElNono
10-14-2008, 07:33 PM
wtf Can someone give me a link, the two previously listed aren't working.

working here...

timvp
10-14-2008, 07:33 PM
Bonner and Tolliver shooting like neither one wants to win the job.

DesignatedT
10-14-2008, 07:33 PM
Looks like Duncan and Bowen also finished for the night.

Is Manu drinking a Bud Light? :rollin

was he really?

timtonymanu
10-14-2008, 07:33 PM
Oberto, Bonner, Vaughn - Pop's worst line-up. And look wat's happening.

benefactor
10-14-2008, 07:34 PM
Bonner and Tolliver shooting like neither one wants to win the job.

:pctoss

timvp
10-14-2008, 07:34 PM
Vaughn playing like Steve Francis is enough to make a Spurs fan cry.

DannyT
10-14-2008, 07:34 PM
is there anyway I can watch the game tonight? is there a link like nba.com that will host a video or reply of the game?

benefactor
10-14-2008, 07:35 PM
Hairston for 2.

Sp Ginobili 20
10-14-2008, 07:35 PM
Can someone PM me a link to the game please.

Kriz-Maxima
10-14-2008, 07:35 PM
Smh, down to 4 now back to 10

ElNono
10-14-2008, 07:35 PM
Fearless Farmer to the rim... I like the sound of that...

Kriz-Maxima
10-14-2008, 07:36 PM
is there anyway I can watch the game tonight? is there a link like nba.com that will host a video or reply of the game?

is there no league pass down there?

timvp
10-14-2008, 07:36 PM
If Farmer makes the team, he'll have to be nicknamed Buckets, Jr.

Russ
10-14-2008, 07:36 PM
Bonner and Tolliver shooting like neither one wants to win the job.

But can Bonner do anything other than shoot?

tav1
10-14-2008, 07:36 PM
I hope Hairston sticks with the Toros. He's showing enough to make me think he could be an NBA player after another year of seasoning.

Farmer is probably an NBA player. Probably not for the Spurs, but he should be on a lesser teams roster.

benefactor
10-14-2008, 07:37 PM
Vaughn dribbles out of bounds...God help us.

Dex
10-14-2008, 07:37 PM
If Farmer makes the team, he'll have to be nicknamed Buckets, Jr.

One can only hope. :downspin:

timtonymanu
10-14-2008, 07:37 PM
Bring back Hill!

DesignatedT
10-14-2008, 07:37 PM
http://www.justin.tv/sporrtcenter

tav1
10-14-2008, 07:37 PM
Funny how Vaughn is trying to show Pop he can score. Come on, JV.

timvp
10-14-2008, 07:37 PM
But can Bonner do anything other than shoot?

Can Tolliver?

Dex
10-14-2008, 07:38 PM
Meanwhile, Vaughn seems to be actually trying to get cut.

http://starheist.com/artwork/denial.jpg

tav1
10-14-2008, 07:38 PM
Spurs D looks good for the preseason. Pretty sharp rotations. Up on the ball.

ElNono
10-14-2008, 07:38 PM
What's Bonner doing? silly foul after silly foul...

timvp
10-14-2008, 07:38 PM
If Hill doesn't come back in, I wonder who is going to run point when Vaughn sits.

Farmer? Hairston?

benefactor
10-14-2008, 07:39 PM
Worst...possession...ever.

mystargtr34
10-14-2008, 07:39 PM
lol wtf

timvp
10-14-2008, 07:40 PM
Vaughn with the type of defensive play that will make it hard for Pop to cut him. :tu

DannyT
10-14-2008, 07:40 PM
is there no league pass down there?

I at work...and I dont think Time Warner allows LP till the start of the season or someshit like that

ElNono
10-14-2008, 07:40 PM
Vaughn with a good defensive play... those are the ones Pop likes...

Dex
10-14-2008, 07:40 PM
Hopefully, Pop just decided that Hill will be the backup point during the break, and has chosen to sit Tony and George for the remainder of the offseason to err on the side of caution.

Showcase time for Vaughn. Any takers?

...Anybody?

DannyT
10-14-2008, 07:41 PM
Vaughn with the type of defensive play that will make it hard for Pop to cut him. :tu

we all know defense doesnt win Championships....:p:

timvp
10-14-2008, 07:41 PM
What's Bonner doing? silly foul after silly foul...Bonner needed to raise his basketball IQ in the offseason to win Pop's confidence. I see no sign he's done that.

Kriz-Maxima
10-14-2008, 07:41 PM
I at work...and I dont think Time Warner allows LP till the start of the season or someshit like that

That sucks, I love free previews.

Dex
10-14-2008, 07:43 PM
Tim reading email jokes.

tav1
10-14-2008, 07:43 PM
If JV doesn't make the team, and the Spurs keep Farmer or Stoudamire, they'll really have changed their scoring options in the back court. I doubt they'd do this, but...

Parker/Hill/Stoudamire
Mason/Manu/Farmer
Bowen/Udoka/Fin
Duncan/Oberto/Tolliver
Thomas/Mahinmi/Bonner

Lots and lots of scoring. I kinda of like it.

benefactor
10-14-2008, 07:43 PM
Still no Watkins...he may be gone already.

timvp
10-14-2008, 07:43 PM
Vaughn playing better.

benefactor
10-14-2008, 07:44 PM
Its official...Bonner is clueless.

Russ
10-14-2008, 07:44 PM
Bonner needed to raise his basketball IQ in the offseason to win Pop's confidence. I see no sign he's done that.

Bonner needs to go however possible.

timvp
10-14-2008, 07:44 PM
Bonner plays good defense and then comes back and gets a bonehead three second violation.

ElNono
10-14-2008, 07:44 PM
Just when he did something right... 3 seconds in the lane...

Dex
10-14-2008, 07:44 PM
Bonner needed to raise his basketball IQ in the offseason to win Pop's confidence. I see no sign he's done that.

Tack an offensive three seconds onto that report card.

smeagol
10-14-2008, 07:45 PM
Bonner needed to raise his basketball IQ in the offseason to win Pop's confidence. I see no sign he's done that.

WTF did this guy get $$$$?

timvp
10-14-2008, 07:45 PM
Watkins, Green and Udoka in.

Mr.Bottomtooth
10-14-2008, 07:45 PM
Watkins in.

admack35
10-14-2008, 07:45 PM
Hello guys, just came to give a shout out and good luck, I havent been here since the playoffs. Good luck this season and I hope your Spurs win a lot of games, except when they play my Pistons, including tonight. LOL. I cant stay Cuz I'm watching the game TIVO and still in th first half, I just knew the steadies would be here.

timvp
10-14-2008, 07:46 PM
Udoka at point guard :lmao

tav1
10-14-2008, 07:46 PM
Watkins!

Dex
10-14-2008, 07:46 PM
Green in for Vaughn. Apparently no more Hill time.

Watkins getting some run, though.

Mr.Bottomtooth
10-14-2008, 07:46 PM
Maxiell stuffs Ime.

timtonymanu
10-14-2008, 07:46 PM
Udoka gets blocked!

timvp
10-14-2008, 07:46 PM
Hopefully Hill isn't hurt. It's pretty weird that he's not playing.

tav1
10-14-2008, 07:46 PM
Udoka looks out of sync.

benefactor
10-14-2008, 07:47 PM
With Watkins coming in this late, I am seriously doubtful of his future with us.

Russ
10-14-2008, 07:47 PM
Bonner plays good defense and then comes back and gets a bonehead three second violation.

They should exempt Bonner from that rule -- it's theoretically impossible for him to get thru the lane that fast. :)

Xylus
10-14-2008, 07:47 PM
Udoka stuffed just in time for Thanksgiving

Dex
10-14-2008, 07:47 PM
Udoka is apparently trying to pull the hustler approach this year.

Act like you don't know wtf you're doing, then when they least suspect it, BAM!

Mr.Bottomtooth
10-14-2008, 07:47 PM
Damn, Watkins plays nice D on Maxiell.

ElNono
10-14-2008, 07:47 PM
Was that Farmer?

tav1
10-14-2008, 07:47 PM
farmer!!!

Dex
10-14-2008, 07:47 PM
Udoka stuffed just in time for Thanksgiving

:lmao

objective
10-14-2008, 07:47 PM
Hopefully Hill isn't hurt. It's pretty weird that he's not playing.

WOAI broadcast reported that Hill has an injured hand

benefactor
10-14-2008, 07:48 PM
Farmer is a good scorer...would be nice to find room for him.

Dex
10-14-2008, 07:48 PM
WOAI broadcast reported that Hill has an injured hand

:pctoss :pctoss :pctoss :pctoss :pctoss :pctoss :pctoss :pctoss :pctoss :pctoss :pctoss :pctoss :pctoss :pctoss :pctoss :pctoss :pctoss :pctoss :pctoss :pctoss

timvp
10-14-2008, 07:48 PM
Pop should put Farmer at point guard right here. If he can handle it decently, that'd really help his chance to make the team.

Russ
10-14-2008, 07:49 PM
WOAI broadcast reported that Hill has an injured hand

Great, another Romo. :rollin