Confirmed....

[PeterBurns]

As said...Austin Croshere is a Spur.

My rumor on-air turned true....Wow...What are the chances?

[xtremesteven33]

:danceclub:danceclub:danceclub

[dougp]

Source?

[completely deck]

Not seeing anything...?

[kace]

if he stays with us, we'll probably be the team with the best 5th big man of the league (whoever you consider it will be outside tim).

but we'll stay a team with one of the weakest 2nd big man behind Tim of all the contenders IMO. even if Bonner fits well his role.

sometimes better to have a great 2nd option inside rather than 4 average option as 2nd big man.

[PeterBurns]

FOR IMMEDIATE USE:
January 16, 2009

SPURS SIGN AUSTIN CROSHERE

SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio Spurs today announced that they have signed free-agent forward Austin Croshere to a 10-day contract.

The 6-10, 235-pound Croshere joins the Spurs after being waived by the Milwaukee Bucks on 1/6. Now in his 12th NBA season, he has also played for the Indiana Pacers, Dallas Mavericks and Golden State Warriors. Croshere was originally drafted 12th overall by Indiana in the 1997 NBA Draft.

This season Croshere appeared in 11 games with the Bucks and averaged 3.3 points and 2.2 rebounds in 7.0 minutes per game. Over his career he has averaged 6.9 points and 4.1 rebounds in 656 games. Croshere has also appeared in 68 playoff games where he averaged 6.7 points and 3.6 rebounds.

The former Providence Friar enjoyed his finest NBA season in 1999-00, averaging career-highs of 10.3 points, 6.4 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 81 regular-season games, while helping the Pacers win the Eastern Conference and advance to the NBA Finals. Croshere ranks among the Top-10 all-time in Pacers franchise history in games (540), 3-pointers made (376) and attempted (1,095). He is also one of just six players (Reggie Miller, Rik Smits, Dale Davis, Vern Fleming and Jeff Foster) to play for the team for at least nine seasons.

Croshere will wear uniform #22.

[Drom John]

Inside Hoops (http://www.insidehoops.com/blog/?p=3077)

[FlAVaK]

Source?

YAHOO: Spurs sign F Croshere to 10-day contract (http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/news;_ylt=Al2dOz.5GNMnQErKWIQkTd0uPKB4?slug=txspur scroshere&prov=st&type=lgns)

[PeterBurns]

Ferris Bueller's Sister's Boyfriends Brother really did see Austin that night at the Baskin-Robbins.

[SenorSpur]

Let see what the ol' stiff has left.

[DynastyBuilder]

http://www.nba.com/spurs/news/090116_croshere.html

[angel_luv]

Welcome, Austin.

[Crosherelooms]

Thanks!

[Bender]

so, how old is he ?

[Il Caraibico]

so, how old is he ?
'75

[urunobili]

:pctoss

[xtremesteven33]

Ive got a funny feeling about this guy.

[Taco]

Welcome, Austin.

AUSTIN WELCOME TO SAN ANTONIO :lol

[Brazil]

Thanks!

:hang

[Laker Lanny]

As said...Austin Croshere is a Spur.

My rumor on-air turned true....Wow...What are the chances?


Spursreport already had a topic on this. what are the chances? :lmao

[Laker Lanny]

http://www.spursreport.com/forums/spurs-nba-fan-feedback/68038-hot-rumor-austin-croshere-san-antonio.html


ST gets Owned by SR :lmao

[CubanMustGo]

Great, another old dude who at his best barely scored in double figures, and that was last century. Woo.

[mexicanjunior]

I was hoping we would give some defensive minded D-League bigs a chance instead of Croshere. I don't think he will hurt the team but doesn't really fill a need in my eyes...

[Flux451]

I am curious about this addition. More excited then worrisome. I have always liked his intensity, maybe bonner can learn something from it.

[lebomb]

Ehhh........... not an amazing pick up.

[spurs_fan_in_exile]

I hope he can contribute. Not a bad move, though still not what the Spurs really need. But the last month of threads on the subject have me convinced that the missing piece may not be out there for the what the Spurs have to offer. Here's hoping for a pleasant surprise from this signing.

[romad_20]

I hope he can contribute. Not a bad move, though still not what the Spurs really need. But the last month of threads on the subject have me convinced that the missing piece may not be out there for the what the Spurs have to offer. Here's hoping for a pleasant surprise from this signing.

I feel the way Pop looks in your sig about this signing. I don't think it makes a difference one way or the other.

[SpursFanFirst]

I am curious about this addition. More excited then worrisome. I have always liked his intensity, maybe bonner can learn something from it.

:bang enough with the Bonner bashing!

[rascal]

What is the reason for signing him? He doesn't bring anything the Spurs need. He is not a good interior defender, or shot blocker, or rebounder and is just another unathletic option that looks for the perimeter shot.

Unless the spurs have a trade in the works I don't see this as improving the team at all.

[Behrooz24]

Let's just hope that he's keeping the bench warm for something better http://smiliesftw.com/x/eek5xt.gif (http://smiliesftw.com)

[z0sa]

What is the reason for signing him? He doesn't bring anything the Spurs need. He is not a good interior defender, or shot blocker, or rebounder and is just another unathletic option that looks for the perimeter shot.

Unless the spurs have a trade in the works I don't see this as improving the team at all.

First, can you trade a player who's only on a 10 day contract?

Second, I agree. This is a move that does essentially nothing, but since Oberto can't stay healthy, its insurance.

[completely deck]

Croshere has career averages of 6.8 points and 4.0 rebounds.


Ugh.

[robot89]

just what we needed. lol:bang

[rascal]

First, can you trade a player who's only on a 10 day contract?

Second, I agree. This is a move that does essentially nothing, but since Oberto can't stay healthy, its insurance.


Maybe Bonner will be traded.

[z0sa]

Maybe Bonner will be traded.

Never mind I even asked :nope

[Flux451]

:bang enough with the Bonner bashing!

cry me a murky pond.

wasn't bashing the red rocket, just commenting on the intensity difference. Bonner can raise it a bit on the boards and such, you can't disagree there. Austin has/had an intensity comparable to Hapring in Utah.

So calm down, banging your head repetitively against a brick wall may leave a mark.

[romad_20]

His only known highlight:lol

H0jIgGE55x4

[loveforthegame]

Maybe Bonner will be traded.

That's what I was wondering. If Croshere can provide what Bonner has it would make it easier to send Bonner on his way. Not sure what you can get in return for him though.

[NFGIII]

It's only a 10 day contract. If promising the Spurs can extend another one. After that it's sign or say bye. Can't hurt and might show some promise. Little risk with more reward if he has any gas left in the tank. Though I wouild have liked a more physical defensively minded player but who's really available now? As stated in other threads there are very few bigs that fit our needs and most are under contract so the price of getting one would be too high now IMO.

Damn Ian!

[Flux451]

His only known highlight:lol

H0jIgGE55x4

ha ha

Another one I have seen is a one handed rebound dunk. Pretty impressive. It was last year.
he actually has more, nice head fakes drives a la Manu. He might have it in him. Especially since he is given a chance with the SPurs, i think he will bring a lot of energy. Awesome oppurtunity for him.

[z0sa]

cry me a murky pond.

wasn't bashing the red rocket, just commenting on the intensity difference. Bonner can raise it a bit on the boards and such, you can't disagree there. Austin has/had an intensity comparable to Hapring in Utah.

So calm down, banging your head repetitively against a brick wall may leave a mark.

I don't see a problem with Bonner's intensity ... his rebounding could improve yes, but you have to admit he's overwhelmed everyone in terms of what his expectations (ride the bench) were this season. And I honestly think he's clutch, clutch players never panic, and Bonner sure wasn't panicking the other night despite being in a pretty helpless position out of bounds with no one open. That was an horry-esque play to manage to get the ball to Mason in prime position to score.

[xtremesteven33]

Croshere is longer,smarter and more agressive than Bonner. So i can see why Pop may have use for him.

Or maybe he will be trade bait for another big????

[DPG21920]

Sit back. Relax. Enjoy the show.

[m33p0]

i'm not exactly overwhelmed by this. but, hey. it's only a 10-day contract. low-risk high-yield.

i don't want a center who can shoot jumpshots. i want one who rebounds and beat the shit of the opposing bigs.

[romad_20]

ha ha

Another one I have seen is a one handed rebound dunk. Pretty impressive. It was last year.
he actually has more, nice head fakes drives a la Manu. He might have it in him. Especially since he is given a chance with the SPurs, i think he will bring a lot of energy. Awesome oppurtunity for him.

Well, I hoping for the best, like always.

[romad_20]

i'm not exactly overwhelmed by this. but, hey. it's only a 10-day contract. low-risk high-yield.

i don't want a center who can shoot jumpshots. i want one who rebounds and beat the shit of the opposing bigs.

Where the hell is Kevin Willis when you need him?

[duncan228]

The E-N doesn't have much to say.

Spurs sign veteran Croshere (http://blogs.mysanantonio.com/weblogs/courtside/)
By LeAnna Kosub

The Spurs signed veteran forward Austin Croshere to a 10-day contract on Friday.

Croshere, a 6-foot-10 former Providence star, had been released by the Milwaukee Bucks on Jan. 6. He played in 11 games, averaging 3.3 points and 2.2 rebounds. He owns a career field-goal percentage of 40.8 percent.

Croshere, in his 12th NBA season, also had playing stints with the Indiana Pacers, Dallas Mavericks and Golden State Warriors.

[Flux451]

I don't see a problem with Bonner's intensity ... his rebounding could improve yes, but you have to admit he's overwhelmed everyone in terms of what his expectations (ride the bench) were this season. And I honestly think he's clutch, clutch players never panic, and Bonner sure wasn't panicking the other night despite being in a pretty helpless position out of bounds with no one open. That was an horry-esque play to manage to get the ball to Mason in prime position to score.

I wouldn't say its a problem. But we may see a difference in intensity if Austin still has some left after 12 years. If Bonner could improve in that area he would be a bigger threat. PEOPLE i am not knocking BONNER.

i do admit he has exceeded my expectations. I think we will have to wait on the clutch factor. If he continues to show clutch in a few more big situations I will concur.

It was an awesome pass. I had know idea were it was going to go. Props to Mason for staying inbounds.

[Flux451]

Where the hell is Kevin Willis when you need him?

ha ha!

Maybe he gave his elbow pads to Austin.

[Taco]

I think Oberto still hurt and is only in uni because of the lack of big men, to be put in if Bonner & Thomas get into foul trouble.

I think wth the Spurs signing Austin Croshere, Fab will be in street clothes

[CubanMustGo]

That's what I was wondering. If Croshere can provide what Bonner has it would make it easier to send Bonner on his way. Not sure what you can get in return for him though.


Croshere, a 6-foot-10 former Providence star, had been released by the Milwaukee Bucks on Jan. 6. He played in 11 games, averaging 3.3 points and 2.2 rebounds. He owns a career field-goal percentage of 40.8 percent.

You think this old geezer on the tail end of his career can replace Bonner (8.1ppg, 4.5 rpg, career shooting percentage of 47.7% and 53.4% this season)? OK ...

[SpursWoman]

:pctoss



It's only 10 days. Sheesh. :lol

[z0sa]

You think this old geezer on the tail end of his career can replace Bonner (8.1ppg, 4.5 rpg, career shooting percentage of 47.7% and 53.4% this season)? OK ...

The Bonner hate will never stop until the season we win a championship with him playing major minutes, including him making key contributions, hitting big shots, playing good defense, and improving every night.


BTW, THIS season is that^ season haters

[loveforthegame]

You think this old geezer on the tail end of his career can replace Bonner (8.1ppg, 4.5 rpg, career shooting percentage of 47.7% and 53.4% this season)? OK ...

I didn't say he could or couldn't. I was only suggesting that it might be what the Spurs are looking at in case they have some deal where Bonner was included. It's a long shot but it seems strange they're bringing in the same type of player as Bonner. And I'm not hating on Bonner.

[EricB]

I'm just wondering whos the all star the spurs passed over to sign this guy?

I'm not a huge fan of the signing, but, damn, I don't hate it like the armchair GMs seem to.

[Taco]

pQHwjrp_1Eo

I love the background music :lol

[Taco]

c_GT-4Im24Y&feature=related

[dbestpro]

I think our defense would be helped greatly by adding a shot blocker who can provide occasional minutes. Mutombo would have been great. I would also be happy with Ratliff. Low cost guys who can impact with their limited minutes. The signing of Croshere may mean that we are trying to maintain rather than improve in that Oberto's injury problems are still an issue. If Oberto was okay we would not make this signing and as previously posted it is insurance in case Oberto can not return.

[Taco]

As said...Austin Croshere is a Spur.

My rumor on-air turned true....Wow...What are the chances?



http://new.wavlist.com/movies/317/ofsp-stapler.wav

http://new.wavlist.com/movies/317/ofsp-mkay.wav

[benefactor]

10 days...fine with me. At 37 games into the season there is still plenty of time give him a look and move on if necessary.

[de Soto]

What the hell?!?! The last thing the Spurs need is an over the hill old stiff. :bang:bang:bang

This is not gonna work out. FUCK!!!

[benefactor]

What the hell?!?! The last thing the Spurs need is an over the hill old stiff. :bang:bang:bang

This is not gonna work out. FUCK!!!

It's only 10 days. Sheesh. :lol

[Spork KIller]

Croshere?

Bwahahahahahaha!!

pathetic front office!

The guy has been jumping off and on from team to team, I wonder why??

Cheap ass mofos...and the old getting older!!

[EricB]

What the hell?!?! The last thing the Spurs need is an over the hill old stiff. :bang:bang:bang

This is not gonna work out. FUCK!!!


sigh....

[Behrooz24]

.youtube]pQHwjrp_1Eo[/youtube]

I love the background music :lol

He looks like a bigger Manu in that video.

[DynastyBuilder]

c_GT-4Im24Y&feature=related
FWIW I saw Chris Mullin in uniform... FTL.

[de Soto]

Croshere?

Bwahahahahahaha!!

pathetic front office!

The guy has been jumping off and on from team to team, I wonder why??

Cheap ass mofos...and the old getting older!!

Exactly.

[Bartleby]

Croshere?

Bwahahahahahaha!!

pathetic front office!

The guy has been jumping off and on from team to team, I wonder why??

Cheap ass mofos...and the old getting older!!

http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/boxscore?gameId=290115007

[chreph]

Wow, thanks for posting the SR link. I clicked it and didn't realize that I had myself set to auto sign in. I hadn't visited that site since 5-15-07... Damn time flies :lol

I'm indifferent about the Crosher signing. In reality, it means nothing to this team. It won't win or lose us any games and the roster spot isn't tied up with him since it's only a 10-day contract. Meh

[EricB]

Exactly.

Congrats, you've aligned yourself with a troll with no life.

Think about that.

[Rummpd]

Always liked him and his hustle. Perfect pickup during the void that is Ian.

[ElNono]

Good call Peter. Now let's hope he can help us out... I'll be watching live from Philly tonight!

[ChumpDumper]

Cheap ass mofos...and the old getting older!!This is how we can tell you aren't a Suns fan.

[de Soto]

Congrats, you've aligned yourself with a troll with no life.

Think about that.

Go align yourself with your mother.

[Spursone]

Austin Who?................Woopy Friggin Doo! Another underachiever who will be wearing Depends in a few years.

[ChumpDumper]

What the hell?!?! The last thing the Spurs need is an over the hill old stiff. :bang:bang:bang

This is not gonna work out. FUCK!!!If it doesn't work out he's gone in ten days.

That's what they mean when they say it's a ten day contract.

[EricB]

Go align yourself with your mother.


Wow witty come back.

What next, a "your mommas so fat" joke?


:lol

God the 15 year olds that are starting to post are so lame.

[Suns Fan]

What's next go sign Vinny Del negro? :lmao

[mVp]

Chill the fuck out guys... it's a 10 day contract for Christ's sake.

[George Gervin's Afro]

Is he bald yet?

[duncan228]

McDonald chimes in.

Spurs make a low-cost bet on Croshere (http://blogs.mysanantonio.com/weblogs/courtside/2009/01/spurs-make-a-lo.html)
By Jeff McDonald

The Spurs have 10 days to see if 33-year-old Austin Croshere is a good fit.

PHILADELPHIA -- The Spurs are under no delusions that 33-year-old Austin Croshere is the missing piece that will make the Los Angeles Lakers quake in their hightops. But they do think Croshere can help. It is a low-cost bet. He has 10 days to prove to the Spurs that he can be worth their while.

"It's the kind of thing we'll often do during the year," Gregg Popovich said this morning, after Croshere's first shootaround with the Spurs at the Wachovia Center. "We'll take a look at other people, in this case a veteran who has been a solid player in the league. We have 10 days to let him get used to what we do and see if he fits into the program in some way."

Popovich has a history, from Glenn Robinson to Damon Stoudemire, of taking fliers on past-their-prime veterans, if the price is right. At his best, Croshere -- a 6-10 forward whose primary skill is perimeter shooting -- could provide for the Spurs what they had hoped to coax out of Anthony Tolliver, but couldn't.

Croshere, a 11-year veteran, became available on Jan. 6, when Milwaukee waived him to avoid guaranteeing his contract. When the Spurs contacted him shortly thereafter, Croshere says he was "instantly interested" in joining them.

It is his first time to play on a 10-day contract.

"I don't even know a lot of the rules that go along with that," Croshere said. "It's the way this worked out. You don't question it. You just try to make the most of it. I'm very thankful for the opportunity."

Croshere will wear No. 22 with the Spurs, instead of the 44 he donned at each of his four previous NBA stops. That number is retired in San Antonio, having belonged to Hall of Famer George Gervin.

[de Soto]

Wow witty come back.

What next, a "your mommas so fat" joke?


:lol

God the 15 year olds that are starting to post are so lame.

And you are responding to them at the age of____?

[EricB]

And you are responding to them at the age of____?

28.

What's your point kid?

[Kori Ellis]

Spurs fans:
:depressed :madrun :wtf :yield :vomit: :spless: :bang :nope :pctoss

15th Man. 10 Days. It's not that serious.

[de Soto]

Chill the fuck out guys... it's a 10 day contract for Christ's sake.

It is 10 days wasted diving the NBA's dumpster. :bang

[Kori Ellis]

It is 10 days wasted diving the NBA's dumpster. :bang

How is it "wasted"? He might come in a few minutes, grab a couple boards and go back to the bench. Or he might just sit there. Either way, it's nothing that's going to damage the Spurs. You are acting like he's taking a starting spot for 10 days.

[MavTalker]

If you guys hurry you may still be able to get back Coby Dietrick! :lmao

[de Soto]

28.

What's your point kid?

28? What is your syndrome called?:lmao

[timvp]

"It's the kind of thing we'll often do during the year," Gregg Popovich said this morning, after Croshere's first shootaround with the Spurs at the Wachovia Center. "We'll take a look at other people, in this case a veteran who has been a solid player in the league. We have 10 days to let him get used to what we do and see if he fits into the program in some way."Not exactly a ringing endorsement.

The thing that I don't understand is it'd make more sense to 10-day a few younger bigs to see if they can find anything and then fallback on the known quality in Croshere. Perhaps multiple teams were offering Croshere a 10-day deal and the Spurs wanted to get the first look . . .

[DaBears]

Can someone tell me why we picked up Austin Croshere!! yes another old guy I just dont get it. They need a big man to play defense.

[MavTalker]

Spurs sound like an old broken record! :lol


http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p55/RackTheMouse/pop-hits.jpg

[EricB]

Not exactly a ringing endorsement.

The thing that I don't understand is it'd make more sense to 10-day a few younger bigs to see if they can find anything and then fallback on the known quality in Croshere. Perhaps multiple teams were offering Croshere a 10-day deal and the Spurs wanted to get the first look . . .

What does it matter if its now or later.

Honestly, there really isn't any quality defensive bigs out there that will come. Its just an unfortunate reality.

[Kori Ellis]

What does it matter if its now or later.

Honestly, there really isn't any quality defensive bigs out there that will come. Its just an unfortunate reality.

Yesterday, you were totally against signing Croshere, saying that it was going to take minutes away from Bonner, send Bonner a bad signal and blow his confidence, etc. Now today, you think it's a good deal. What changed? Just curious.

[timvp]

What does it matter if its now or later.Because Croshere isn't going to prove much one way or another in a 10-day contract. He is what he is -- a washed up perimeter four.

It'd make more sense to test the waters, see if anything more interesting is out there and if not .. then settle for Croshere.

[de Soto]

How is it "wasted"? He might come in a few minutes, grab a couple boards and go back to the bench. Or he might just sit there. Either way, it's nothing that's going to damage the Spurs. You are acting like he's taking a starting spot for 10 days.

Well, it seems to me that this time could be better used to scout and zero in on...lets say...another BIG man before Feb 19th. Someone who might actually come in handy in the playoffs now that it is virtually certain that the Spurs will be there. This guy has been dumped by some of the worst teams in the NBA...I mean what's next? Are the Spurs gonna go after Bill Panasonic Killer's much-hyped Greek superstars...:lol

Sheeesh!!!:(

[DaBears]

I think there are some bigs out there!! Spurs might have to travel a bit to get a look at them. Like take a trip to MARS or something.

[Laker Lanny]

Yesterday, you were totally against signing Croshere, saying that it was going to take minutes away from Bonner, send Bonner a bad signal and blow his confidence, etc. Now today, you think it's a good deal. What changed? Just curious.


He did the same thing with ESPN, one day he says he is done with that show , the next day he calls in to tell them how good their show is!

Tpark flip flops more than the pancakes at Ihop on a Sunday afternoon! :lmao

[Kori Ellis]

Well, it seems to me that this time could be better used to scout and zero in on...lets say...another BIG man before Feb 19th. (

So you think all scouting will stop because Croshere is on a 10 day contract? :wtf

[DaBears]

If anybody watched the spurs-lakers game you saw us just get beat up on the inside. We need a a big space-taking get called for 3 seconds in the lane big guy. I dont care if he stinks on the offensive end, just needs to rebound and block.

[GoGatos.]

Pop is about a fresh as a ZZ top concert! :lmao

http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p55/RackTheMouse/pop-top-shades.jpg

[EricB]

Yesterday, you were totally against signing Croshere, saying that it was going to take minutes away from Bonner, send Bonner a bad signal and blow his confidence, etc. Now today, you think it's a good deal. What changed? Just curious.

I still do. I don't think much of the signing, my question lies in, what difference did it make to sign him now, or wait till March. Honestly in reality I think theres nothing out there. Squat, and Spur fan has to realize that, they all act like theres this factory out there churning them out and the Spurs are just choosing NOT to sign em for some reason.

[ChumpDumper]

If anybody watched the spurs-lakers game you saw us just get beat up on the inside. We need a a big space-taking get called for 3 seconds in the lane big guy. I dont care if he stinks on the offensive end, just needs to rebound and block.So who?

[EricB]

Because Croshere isn't going to prove much one way or another in a 10-day contract. He is what he is -- a washed up perimeter four.

It'd make more sense to test the waters, see if anything more interesting is out there and if not .. then settle for Croshere.


Understood. IMO, which means jack squat, I just don't see anything out there that jumps out. Even Chump readily admits the bigman talent pool is VERY shallow in the D League. outside of that? There is really squat available, and I doubt any teams that have a Theo Ratliff will be willing to part with said player.

[DaBears]

I know my neighbor is a big guy about 285 6'11 just turned 58, maybe the spurs could sign him to a 10-day contract. "I seen his jumper"

[Brazil]

If it doesn't work out he's gone in ten days.

That's what they mean when they say it's a ten day contract.

Yeah but what the FO is going to learn about this guy in 10 days ? they already know everything about him I guess. I guess it's just to check is he is in shape.

[GoGatos.]

You tell em TPark! LJ ain't got shit on you with NBA smack! :tu

When are you ever going to call 76 The Ticket?

[EricB]

Well, it seems to me that this time could be better used to scout and zero in on...lets say...another BIG man before Feb 19th. Someone who might actually come in handy in the playoffs now that it is virtually certain that the Spurs will be there. This guy has been dumped by some of the worst teams in the NBA...I mean what's next? Are the Spurs gonna go after Bill Panasonic Killer's much-hyped Greek superstars...:lol

Sheeesh!!!:(


Like who??

Please, name names, you'd be the first to out of all the armchair know it all GMs to name one.

[EricB]

Yeah but what the FO is going to learn about this guy in 10 days ? they already know everything about him I guess. I guess it's just to check is he is in shape.


Who aren't they signing thats better?

I don't like the guy, but honestly, whos better?!?!?!?!?!?

[ChumpDumper]

Yeah but what the FO is going to learn about this guy in 10 days ? they already know everything about him I guess. I guess it's just to check is he is in shape.And to see if he can fit in the Spurs system.

[EricB]

If anybody watched the spurs-lakers game you saw us just get beat up on the inside. We need a a big space-taking get called for 3 seconds in the lane big guy. I dont care if he stinks on the offensive end, just needs to rebound and block.


Names please.

[mouse]

Spurs talent scouts are looking to sign these guys also.

http://www.offenburger.com/images/GordonThompsonBenchChat.jpg

[DaBears]

you make about 38K in a 10 day contract

[DaBears]

Sign me up coach i'll play for free

[mouse]

If Pop was smart he would go after this guy!


http://thefeed.blogs.com/photos/uncategorized/artis.jpg

[DaBears]

I here Manute Bol is on the market!!

[DaBears]

seriuosly if the spurs are always complainging out they dont have the money to sign a big free agent. Now we know the reason its because they waste 500K a year on 10-day contracts.

[EricB]

seriuosly if the spurs are always complainging out they dont have the money to sign a big free agent. Now we know the reason its because they waste 500K a year on 10-day contracts.

No, its this thing called a salary cap....

[de Soto]

So you think all scouting will stop because Croshere is on a 10 day contract? :wtf

They cannot devote themselves TOO much for the task. Besides, I have an investment to protect. I didn't pay all that money to see NBA dregs on the floor. And should I ever want to do so, Dallas is just 200 miles North. :lol

[EricB]

They cannot devote themselves TOO much for the task. Besides, I have an investment to protect. I didn't pay all that money to see NBA dregs on the floor. And should I ever want to do so, Dallas is just 200 miles North. :lol


You've yet to name the name of a player they passed up by signing this guy.

[DaBears]

Cris Wilcox i believe he is a free agent i know he can do some bulling on the inside. Whats a broken nose, craked rib, this is a mans game. yeah right.

[EricB]

Cris Wilcox i believe he is a free agent i know he can do some bulling on the inside. Whats a broken nose, craked rib, this is a mans game. yeah right.

No hes not a free agent.

Try again.

[Summers]

They cannot devote themselves TOO much for the task. Besides, I have an investment to protect. I didn't pay all that money to see NBA dregs on the floor. And should I ever want to do so, Dallas is just 200 miles North. :lol

You get to see 3 all stars on the floor every night. Every team rotates through its share of scrubs. Croshere is a decent player who can maybe take some pressure off Tim and help him in the paint. If he sucks, he moves on next week. This is about what the Spurs can afford. Nobody wants to trade for whoever the Spurs are trying to get rid of, so they're shopping around for a good deal on someone who is capable of standing in the paint and putting his arms up.

[DaBears]

I think we should go for kwame brown in some sort of trade that doesnt really involve us looseing to much. And by saying this i am not implying that Kwame Brown is any good, jus that he is a Big Man that can block shots and rebound, not to mention he's young.

[rascal]

What was wrong with getting Krstic when he was available?

[urunobili]

http://www.spursreport.com/forums/spurs-nba-fan-feedback/68038-hot-rumor-austin-croshere-san-antonio.html


ST gets Owned by SR :lmao

After they stop stealing our translations maybe for THIS one sucka... :flipoff

[urunobili]

Another thing...

Sims>Croshere
Watkins>Croshere
Horry>Croshere

[DaBears]

Krstic is too soft to play inside. And i am thinking he's not that cheap either.

[EricB]

Another thing...

Sims>Croshere
Watkins>Croshere
Horry>Croshere


Sims maybe

Watkins He plays in China enough said

Horry, maybe.

Sims is wayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy overrated in this forum though.,

[EricB]

I think we should go for kwame brown in some sort of trade that doesnt really involve us looseing to much. And by saying this i am not implying that Kwame Brown is any good, jus that he is a Big Man that can block shots and rebound, not to mention he's young.


Kwame Brown.

thats your answer.....

[EricB]

You get to see 3 all stars on the floor every night. Every team rotates through its share of scrubs. Croshere is a decent player who can maybe take some pressure off Tim and help him in the paint. If he sucks, he moves on next week. This is about what the Spurs can afford. Nobody wants to trade for whoever the Spurs are trying to get rid of, so they're shopping around for a good deal on someone who is capable of standing in the paint and putting his arms up.


Way too much common sense and truth.

Be gone.

:)

[DaBears]

Lets trade Duncan for LaMarcus Aldridge from Portland.

[DaBears]

And traivs Outlaw

[tp2021]

I think we should go for kwame brown in some sort of trade that doesnt really involve us looseing to much. And by saying this i am not implying that Kwame Brown is any good, jus that he is a Big Man that can block shots and rebound, not to mention he's young.

But as you mentioned, he's Kwame Brown.

In all fairness, a Pistons fan should be consulted on his worth this season, but looking at his stats, I don't see anything worth trading for.

[z0sa]

Lets trade Duncan for LaMarcus Aldridge from Portland.

and the Virgin Mary, Jesus Christ and all 12 Apostles

[DaBears]

I am not a Kwame Brown fine let me just stat that for the records. Just that is defensive presence is all i care about. And maybe just maybe under the right guideness and system he could turn out to be a average or better than average player. Offensive stats i am not worried about.

[ChumpDumper]

What are you going to trade?

[DaBears]

I'll give up 2th round draft pick and Jaque Vaughn

[de Soto]

You get to see 3 all stars on the floor every night. Every team rotates through its share of scrubs. Croshere is a decent player who can maybe take some pressure off Tim and help him in the paint. If he sucks, he moves on next week. This is about what the Spurs can afford. Nobody wants to trade for whoever the Spurs are trying to get rid of, so they're shopping around for a good deal on someone who is capable of standing in the paint and putting his arms up.

And I want to continue seeing those 3 way in to the playoffs. Hell, the Spurs have enriched Holt & Co. to the extent that a little luxury tax is the least they can do for their fans if nothing else works, and ultimately for themselves. If the Spurs fall of the wagon, the long term financial damage to the owners will be huge. A losing or mediocre minor market team will be as valuable as Madoff's hedge fund...:(

[EricB]

I'll give up 2th round draft pick and Jaque Vaughn


Good, and that gets a hot dog and a coke, and MAYBE, MAYBE, a pretzel.

[diego]

spurs fans, remember that with all the attention that the big 3 get we dont need another world beating all star. just someone who will make the right rotations and knock down open shots.

i don't know if croshere is the best option, but i feel much better having 5 bigs (mahinmi i wont count till he plays) on the roster than 4

[EricB]

And I want to continue seeing those 3 way in to the playoffs. Hell, the Spurs have enriched Holt & Co. to the extent that a little luxury tax is the least they can do for their fans if nothing else works, and ultimately for themselves. If the Spurs fall of the wagon, the long term financial damage to the owners will be huge. A losing or mediocre minor market team will be as valuable as Madoff's hedge fund...:(

As always easy to say "Pay the luxury tax" when your not the one doing it.

[DaBears]

I ask this question are we ever going to see Ian Mahani play for the spurs. 1st its his ankle then gets sent to Austin then back with spurs then hurts ankle again now back with spurs and is recovered but never suites up. What the deal with him. Or is it a wasted draft pick

[EricB]

Hes hurt. When he recovers he will play. Simple as that.

[ChumpDumper]

I'll give up 2th round draft pick and Jaque VaughnI'll give you a copy of the CBA and let you figure out why that trade doesn't work.

[ChumpDumper]

I ask this question are we ever going to see Ian Mahani play for the spurs. 1st its his ankle then gets sent to Austin then back with spurs then hurts ankle again now back with spurs and is recovered but never suites up. What the deal with him. Or is it a wasted draft pick Who said he has recovered, doctor?

[de Soto]

As always easy to say "Pay the luxury tax" when your not the one doing it.

Very easy for those who have paid for tickets. They aren't exactly cheap. But I suspect that your keyboard masturbation exercises don't cost you anything.

[DaBears]

team newletter, wait you didnt get that memo!

[SenorSpur]

I'm starting to think that Pop isn't as concerned with having another big that has good, interior post skills, moreso than having another perimter-shooting big that can spread the floor.

[ChumpDumper]

I'm starting to think that Pop isn't as concerned with having another big that has good, interior post skills, moreso than having another perimter-shooting big that can spread the floor.Judging from the top five man units from the last few years, it's probably not a bad idea.

[DaBears]

Yes! i am a Dr. and thats how i know, How long does it takes to recover from ankle injuries, i played at the collegiate level and suffered plently of twisted ankles in my days 2-3 weeks tops, medical doctors will say up to 3-6 months for the more serious ones.

[ChumpDumper]

Yes! i am a Dr. and thats how i know, How long does it takes to recover from ankle injuries, i played at the collegiate level and suffered plently of twisted ankles in my days 2-3 weeks tops, medical doctors will say up to 3-6 months for the more serious ones.So you admit you know nothing about the complications of his injury.

Read the newsletter.

[galvatron3000]

http://blogs.mysanantonio.com/weblogs/courtside/2009/01/spurs-make-a-lo.html

[DaBears]

Long Live Spurs Fans See You In The Playoffs

[CubanMustGo]

We coulda had Darius Miles (who, interestingly enough, still is not listed as a player either on NBA.com or on the Grizz' web roster). He was right there, plus we could have been the ones screwing Portland ... :lol

[z0sa]

Yes! i am a Dr. and thats how i know, How long does it takes to recover from ankle injuries, i played at the collegiate level and suffered plently of twisted ankles in my days 2-3 weeks tops, medical doctors will say up to 3-6 months for the more serious ones.

But I thought you were an M.D.?

[ManuTP9]

i guess he can help in rebounds , but still not sure

[Chomag]

Because Croshere isn't going to prove much one way or another in a 10-day contract. He is what he is -- a washed up perimeter four.

It'd make more sense to test the waters, see if anything more interesting is out there and if not .. then settle for Croshere.

Ditto-

I can understand the feeling of some here thinking "it's just a 10 day contract it cant hurt" Now although his skills wont don't add to anything that we already have and wot hurt us. It's still a roster spot thats now taken where we could have used it to look for a player that does fit our needs. So in a way yes this does hurt us.

I know there isn't much out there and that alot of teams have the same needs, but isn't that more so a reason to keep that roster spot open in hopes in finding some kind of talent?

I'm not understanding what the spurs front office is doing waiting around right now. Are they just waiting around hoping for a player to just come to them?

I don't know, but why are we not looking at some D-Leaguers.. there was a reason why that league was formed wasn't there...

[I Love Me Some Me]

and the Virgin Mary, Jesus Christ and all 12 Apostles

Judas has character issues...he wouldn't fit in.

[Trainwreck2100]

Judas has character issues...he wouldn't fit in.

Paul

[SenorSpur]

There's enough body of work available for us to know what Croshere is and what he isn't. Personally, I would've rather seen them give Sims a 10-dayer, for starters.

[ChumpDumper]

There's enough body of work available for us to know what Croshere is and what he isn't.Which games did he play for the Spurs? Do you have the box scores?

I would have preferred a couple of tryouts, but as LJ said maybe there was competition for Croshere. That and only one big man has been called up from the D-League -- not Sims.

[Chomag]

On a side note though. I think our best bet would be trying to go for Theo Rattlif...

Now if this signing means there is a trade in the works for him then I"m all for it

Ratliff would be a perfect addition for us. He would come in and give us 10-15 minutes where he could bring rebounds and defencive pressure in the paint.

I know he is up there in age as well but we would only be needing him for a few minutes a game and from what I have seen from him he is looking pretty good shape wise. Also bare in mind that this is for a bench player so we don't need an all-star. Just someone that can provide the team with what they need most.

[Bruno]

Looking at a D-Leaguer isn't the same investment than looking at Croshere.

If you want that the D-Leaguer has a chance to be effective if Spurs need him during the playoffs, you have to give hims some consistent playing time.

On the other hand, Croshere is a plug and play guy. Spurs will test if he is in good shape and if he has still something left in the tank during one or two 10 days contract. If the answer is yes to both questions, Croshere is a player that can play solid minutes at any point of a playoff campaign even if he has only plays some garbage minutes during the regular season (like Tony Massenburg).

The question is why Spurs aren't ready to invest on a D-League bigman ?
The obvious answer is that they find that none is worth the investment.
Another reason is that Pop must still bring back one player (Oberto) back in the bigman rotation and maybe two with Mahinmi.

[z0sa]

Judas has character issues...he wouldn't fit in.

Well Judas was a key component of making the trade work ...

[FreeMason]

Mike Taylor claiming he broke it before Burns.

Trying to take your skin off the Wall PB!

[Raoul Duke]

eh, unimpressed.

[angelbelow]

could be sweet. we'll have to wait and see.

[Flux451]

Looking at a D-Leaguer isn't the same investment than looking at Croshere.

If you want that the D-Leaguer has a chance to be effective if Spurs need him during the playoffs, you have to give hims some consistent playing time.

On the other hand, Croshere is a plug and play guy. Spurs will test if he is in good shape and if he has still something left in the tank during one or two 10 days contract. If the answer is yes to both questions, Croshere is a player that can play solid minutes at any point of a playoff campaign even if he has only plays some garbage minutes during the regular season (like Tony Massenburg).

The question is why Spurs aren't ready to invest on a D-League bigman ?
The obvious answer is that they find that none is worth the investment.
Another reason is that Pop must still bring back one player (Oberto) back in the bigman rotation and maybe two with Mahinmi.


I agree bout the playoff issue. I am not completely sold on bonner yet either. If Croshere can be effective in small minutes then great, trade bait is a good idea also.

[phxspurfan]

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I love the background music :lol

LOL....


do-dodooooo...

[peacemaker885]

Hmm...I think Damon Stoudamire got better reception, but he was ROY once...who knows, well see tonight.

[Alex Jones]

No, its this thing called a salary cap....


+1

Hey Eric are you a reporter?

[Austin_Toros]

not happy with yet another washed up big man. i'd rather settle for a d-league player who isn't ready for the nba yet

[BG_Spurs_Fan]

Looking at a D-Leaguer isn't the same investment than looking at Croshere.

If you want that the D-Leaguer has a chance to be effective if Spurs need him during the playoffs, you have to give hims some consistent playing time.

On the other hand, Croshere is a plug and play guy. Spurs will test if he is in good shape and if he has still something left in the tank during one or two 10 days contract. If the answer is yes to both questions, Croshere is a player that can play solid minutes at any point of a playoff campaign even if he has only plays some garbage minutes during the regular season (like Tony Massenburg).

The question is why Spurs aren't ready to invest on a D-League bigman ?
The obvious answer is that they find that none is worth the investment.
Another reason is that Pop must still bring back one player (Oberto) back in the bigman rotation and maybe two with Mahinmi.

Very good take Bruno. There's only one thing I'd like to add :

Croshere's career playoff games : 68
Sims' career playoff games : 0

Croshere ( or Croshere type of player ) is much more likely to help the Spurs during the playoffs, after all we'd need him for a few minutes here and there, it's not like you'd expect him to be a difference maker.

[lefty]

Doesn't fill our need for rebounding, but let's see what happen.

Hey, after all, Hill and Mason have been a good surprise (although they DO answer some of our needs)

[Mr. Body]

There were one or two games in the 2000 Finals, Indiana vs. Los Angeles, where he went crazy. He was one of the best Pacers on the floor. He's a decent stop-gap in the Bonner mold, but it's worth a gamble that he can produce like that again.

[timtonymanu]

Well let's hope for the best with Croshere.

[SequSpur]

:lmao

[mattyc]

I dunno if I've ever seen more pump fakes from 1 video.

[mattyc]

Who's the last Spur to wear 22?

[tlongII]

The long 3 the Spurs have been searching for!

[romain.star]

so what does it mean for Ian??

[DPG21920]

Nothing. Ian is on the roster.

[wisnub]

I am curious about this addition. More excited then worrisome. I have always liked his intensity, maybe bonner can learn something from it.

Bonner play extremely well so far...Do you watch Spurs games or not? Gosh... But I agree by putting someone like him, it will create positive competition for Bonner and he can maintain or increase his performance. I still wating for Ian to return, let see if his desire to win can bring energy off the bench, particularly for the game like 76ers just now.

[rascal]

Krstic is too soft to play inside. And i am thinking he's not that cheap either.

He is better than Croshere on the inside.

[Ghost Writer]

How can any self-respecting Spurs fan be sour on Nenad Krstic for the bargain deal that OKL got him for when we cleared cap space during the most promising years of Duncan's career to land Rasho Nesterovic in 2003?

They're the same fvcking player.


Question.

[Obstructed_View]

Who's the last Spur to wear 22?

Tom Garrick, IINM.