TP says that Splitter isn't coming.

[kace]

http://www.lequipe.fr/Basket/breves2009/20090513_210943_parker-il-faut-rever.html

He's asked about Mahinmi going to ASVEL, the club he's involved in as a owner, and TP answers that Ian will stay in SA and will have an important season for his future because Splitter isn't coming to SA and Ian will have a chance to play.

don't know if TP has any fresh inside news about splitter's situation, but he doesn't seem too optimistic about him coming to SA obviously.

[Hemotivo]

ouch

[Hemotivo]

that's really bad for both

the spurs and splitter

[Dingle Barry]

Might he mean that he just isnt coming next year (09-10)?

[koriwhat]

fuck splitter!

[Kill_Bill_Pana]

But, but, but "TAU has financial issues" :rolleyes

Same club that has just signed 3 expensive free agents just for Spanish playoffs. Same club that has give Eliyahu a huge contract offer. Like I say, no chance Splitter will be leave TAU until Spurs can offer much bigger contract. So earliest could be 2010.

[DPG21920]

In context, did he mean just this year or ever? If it is just this year, that is not a surprise.

[Kill_Bill_Pana]

Might he mean that he just isnt coming next year (09-10)?

Yes that is what he means.

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y247/ImTomGriffiths/Bateman.jpg

:rollin:blah:lol

[completely deck]

Splitter wasn't going to be the Spurs savior, I assure you.

[Kill_Bill_Pana]

In context, did he mean just this year or ever? If it is just this year, that is not a surprise.

He mean just this year I am sure. By time Splitter comes though it will not matter probably. Spurs is getting to old to wait for him.

[Spurs Brazil]

If Splitter comes to San Antonio will be in 2010

[Hemotivo]

Splitter wasn't going to be the Spurs savior, I assure you.

not a savior; but a really great role player

the spurs really need splitter

[Kill_Bill_Pana]

Bourousis is better than Splitter. Spurs just need to get him.

[ploto]

I hope for the Spurs sake that Ian turns out to be more than he has shown thus far. I still have no idea why people have such unrealistically high opinions of him.

[manufan10]

I don't have an opinion on Ian until he's proven something on the court. He looks really good next to Duncan in NBA Live '09 though. :toast

[Bruno]

Mahinmi made the trip to L'ASVEL with Parker. Some newspaper have then started a rumor that Spurs would loan Mahinmi to L'ASVEL next year. The little problem is that NBA teams can't loan players. :lol

That's why a journalist asked if Mahinmi would be with L'ASVEL next year. :downspin:

And Splitter has never been close to sign with Spurs this summer. It's a long shot.

[Taking it to the Hole]

Bourousis is better than Splitter. Spurs just need to get him.

Here we go again.....:bang:bang:bang:bang:bang:bang

[completely deck]

Yeah and we know how reliable euroleague rumors are

[ducks]

tp knows splitter is a long shot right now
splitter maybe plan e

[DPG21920]

Did TP say anything about Lebron coming to the Spurs?

[Kill_Bill_Pana]

Here we go again.....:bang:bang:bang:bang:bang:bang

He IS better than Splitter. Splitter is very good but he for sure not in the level that Spurs fans think he is.

[sexinthatsx]

I hope for the Spurs sake that Ian turns out to be more than he has shown thus far. I still have no idea why people have such unrealistically high opinions of him.


Because you're looking at the future Amare Stoudamire...

[Ed Helicopter Jones]

It made more sense for Splitter to wait another year until he would no longer be subject to rookie cap restrictions.

I don't see why this would surprise anyone.

[DPG21920]

It made more sense for Splitter to wait another year until he would no longer be subject to rookie cap restrictions.

I don't see why this would surprise anyone.

You would be surprised.

[completely deck]

Because you're looking at the future Amare Stoudamire...

did you just say Ian is going to be as good as Stoudamire? did you really just say that

[sexinthatsx]

did you just say Ian is going to be as good as Stoudamire? did you really just say that

I was being sarcastic... but nevertheless, like all the other spurs fans I have high hopes for Mahinmi

[manufan10]

I think he did just say that.. :lol He was using him on NBA Live '09, and I can tell you, Ian is a beast!! I know for a fact! :toast

[mathbzh]

TP said at half-time of ASVEL-Nancy that Splitter is not coming before 2010.
So he believes Ian will have a chance to show what he can do.

He also said the Spurs are looking for an athletic SF who can shoot. Of course he didn't give any name.
He said Batum could have been that SF.
That the team needs to get younger.
That the Spurs have a shot at a championship with Duncan/Gino/TP in the next 2/3 seasons.

I think that is all

[Obstructed_View]

Splitter's likely not coming this year as long as TAU can make payroll. Considering all the financial problems they've been having, they'll probably end up selling him off for cheap. Just wait and see.

[samikeyp]

He IS better than Splitter.

In your opinion, that doesn't make it fact.

[Kill_Bill_Pana]

In your opinion, that doesn't make it fact.

Why don't you go to the Bourousis thread in the think tank section. As you can see plenty of Euro fans think the same.

[DPG21920]

Well good news is Ian, if he can stay healthy, will get his shot. I remember the same scenario was set up for Bonner going into this year. Duncan/Parker/Pop all said that with Horry gone, Bonner would get his chance to step up.

He did a pretty good job all things considered (except in the playoffs) and hopefully Ian can come in and perform just as good. He certainly fills a need.

[kace]

He did a pretty good job all things considered (except in the playoffs)

i understand your point and agree with you about bonner overall, but this is a damn big except.

The PO are all that matters for the spurs. the question is: did bonner and mason play poorly because of outside reasons (bad shape, bad luck, bad matchup...) or is their ability to perform in the big stage in question ?

[Obstructed_View]

The difference between Bowen and Mason is that Mason has stepped up in the playoffs before. If he has a full season where he doesn't have to face the crushing humiliation of playing point guard and does the same thing again, I'll brand him a playoff choker. Mase gets a pass until then.

EDIT ^^^^^^^^^ Yes I typed the wrong name. See below.

[DPG21920]

Well Bonner you can assume will not perform in the playoffs, especially in the role he was given (although he did do a good job defensively). Bonner, as many have stated, should not have been starting and guarding all NBA 1st team players.

Mason, I have seen perform in the playoffs and hit big shots in the regular season. He was taken out of his role by Pop and misused and I think he can perform in the playoffs.

Ian will be different with regards to expectations (although not in some Spurs fans minds). He will be brought in for the purpose of defense, rebounding and running the floor. Also, he is not expected to be a starter.

[DPG21920]

The difference between Bonner and Mason is that Mason has stepped up in the playoffs before. If he has a full season where he doesn't have to face the crushing humiliation of playing point guard and does the same thing again, I'll brand him a playoff choker. Mase gets a pass until then.

You are welcome.

[Obstructed_View]

You are welcome.

Yeah, what a dumbass. I can't believe I did that. :lol Sometimes my fingers type faster than my brain works, and I don't type all that fast. :lol

[DPG21920]

At least you know I am paying attention to your posts!

[Spur-Addict]

http://cache.daylife.com/imageserve/014a6HJfAJbuG/340x.jpg

Wooops.

[DPG21920]

I hate to say it again, but imagine if the Spurs plan of Tiago and Ian playing this last year together would have come to fruition.

Spurs would have been young and athletic in a hurry at a tough position to do it at.

[poop]

who cares, the last thing we need is a soft white center who lacks athleticism.
jesus christ

[Obstructed_View]

I hate to say it again, but imagine if the Spurs plan of Tiago and Ian playing this last year together would have come to fruition.

Spurs would have been young and athletic in a hurry at a tough position to do it at.

If you want to play what ifs, throw in Jackie Butler to that mix, because you know what that would mean.

[EricB]

who cares, the last thing we need is a soft white center who lacks athleticism.
jesus christ


Except he's neither you know nothing dumbfuck.

[DPG21920]

http://www.usatf.org/groups/Youth/trivia/images/tim%20duncan.jpghttp://spursbrasil.files.wordpress.com/2008/12/mahinmitoros.jpghttp://nd.blog.cz/p/pv-sport.blog.cz/obrazky/42161179.jpghttp://www.draftexpress.com/gallery/General/1140542584.jpg



What if.

[mexicanjunior]

The difference between Bowen and Mason is that Mason has stepped up in the playoffs before.

When did Mason step up in the playoffs? His teams have never advanced past the first round and I don't recall him doing anything special in those series...

[EricB]

When did Mason step up in the playoffs? His teams have never advanced past the first round and I don't recall him doing anything special in those series...


To his defense, he played with the Wizards.

Thats all that needs to be said.

[mexicanjunior]

To his defense, he played with the Wizards.

Thats all that needs to be said.

He didn't play with them this year and was far worse on, what should have been, a better team around him...that says alot.

[TDMVPDPOY]

fuck that shit if his comin in 2010, we have what 10m in free capspace, not worth spending it on unproven rookie for nba....splitter aint worth whats his askn price is, when his unproven in the nba stage....

[Borosai]

TAU has serious financial problems. They'll probably offer to completely tile the AT&T Center, free of charge, if the Spurs take Splitter off their hands.

Has anyone else heard about their financial trouble? I think I'm the first to mention it.

[manufan10]

Watch out KBP will be in here in 3...2..1.

[Hemotivo]

:splitter

:lol : splitter

[hater]

2010 that's when splitter is coming. everyone knows that.

[ducks]

TP said at half-time of ASVEL-Nancy that Splitter is not coming before 2010.
So he believes Ian will have a chance to show what he can do.

He also said the Spurs are looking for an athletic SF who can shoot. Of course he didn't give any name.
He said Batum could have been that SF.
That the team needs to get younger.
That the Spurs have a shot at a championship with Duncan/Gino/TP in the next 2/3 seasons.

I think that is all


that is intersting:flag::hat

[superbigtime]

what a waste

[superjames1992]

I'm don't believe that Tony is RC Buford, so why don't we all calm down. What will happen will happen.

[ducks]

I'm don't believe that Tony is RC Buford, so why don't we all calm down. What will happen will happen.

tp knows more then you do
tp knows splitter is not first option
he may come over but plan f not a

[BOHOLANO#21]

Bourousis is better than Splitter. Spurs just need to get him.
fuck you KBP! why are you trying to sell Bourousis to the SPURS? he is no better than splitter, idiot.

[Kill_Bill_Pana]

fuck you KBP! why are you trying to sell Bourousis to the SPURS? he is no better than splitter, idiot.

You must be one of the Spanish homers. You realize no one in NBA take you guys serious anymore. All your lies about players like Jasikevicius and Fernandez have been expose.

[Marcus Bryant]

Nothing we didn't already know. Unless you're a fake Grecian.

[tomtom]

Yeah I thought Bruno brought this up already. He clearly said it would be in the 2010 summer that Spurs could offer more than the rookie scale

[rayray2k8]

Bourousis is better than Splitter. Spurs just need to get him.

That piece of shit will never make it in the NBA.
I would rather have a sack of shit, then to have him on the spurs roster, oh wait, Bonner has already filled in that postion.
Key word is "season", but I doubt you bothered to even read that part.
This is exactly what I wanted the spurs to do, let Ian develop during the season and then bring in Splitter in summer of 2010.

Another thing, why do you even visit "spurstalk" anyway? You're not even a spurs fan and no one listen to you anyway. :rolleyes

Your ass belongs under the word "plagiarism".

[Ditty]

Here we go again.....:bang:bang:bang:bang:bang:bang


its true got to agree with kill bill for once

borousis is bigger and better than splitter

hopefully a future bourousis and splitter could be dominating but splitter will be here 2010 :toast

[rayray2k8]

The guy is unproven and you're ready to buy into what KBF says?
Mr. "Copy and Paste" just goes by scouting reports, nothing more.
Bet you he doesn't even know how to play ball at all. :lol
Gotta do better than youtube links bro.

[Ed Helicopter Jones]

You would be surprised.

I'll be surprised if he plays for the Spurs in '09.

[EricB]

It was a longshot, but oh well.

Nothing really available is the problem.

[Ditty]

The guy is unproven and you're ready to buy into what KBF says?
Mr. "Copy and Paste" just goes by scouting reports, nothing more.
Bet you he doesn't even know how to play ball at all. :lol
Gotta do better than youtube links bro.

ive followed this guy around since last year

he has really improved year by year thas why he hasnt got alot of attention

he would work really well in our pick and roll system because he has great range and is very athletic and long

he's a great size a great rebounder and defense player who blocks alot of shot

only negatives is he doesnt have great basketball IQ if he did then damn he would be good and seems to shy away in close games which means that he wont take that shot knowing that his coach will get pissed off at him something pop would correct in a flash because what we did to bonner

he would be the best big man besides duncan we have now but still hoping we get wallace or mcdyess so bourosis can learn the nba game

from what kB has said if he is better than bourosis that can be debated but hell he is the next best thing right now to splitter

[rayray2k8]

But he sucks. :lol
Other teams throwing offers at this guy and the spurs always get screwed on these euro prospects, so why are you making such a big deal about him?

[DPG21920]

I'll be surprised if he plays for the Spurs in '09.

No, you said "I am surprised people do not know this", and I was joking with you saying "you would be surprised" as in how many people do not know this :lol

[Obstructed_View]

When did Mason step up in the playoffs? His teams have never advanced past the first round and I don't recall him doing anything special in those series...

It must be a myth floating around Spurstalk that Mason did a great job of filling in for Arenas when he was injured.

[baseline bum]

Fuck Splitter; WTF was RC thinking drafting that soft motherfucker?

[smrattler]

Fuck Splitter; WTF was RC thinking drafting that soft motherfucker?

Spurs draft strategy seems is always just hoping to find that next Euro gem that nobody heard of.

May as well reach in the NYC playgrounds for the next Lloyd Daniels. I bet at least he'd make it to training camp the first year.

[afireinside20]

I think the Spurs should maybe look for a player from the US this summer.

[Ocotillo]

I'm don't believe that Tony is RC Buford, so why don't we all calm down. What will happen will happen.

Speaking of R.C., I heard he has been e-mailing Splitter telling him his footwork sucks. :lol

[urunobili]

Speaking of R.C., I heard he has been e-mailing Splitter telling him his footwork sucks. :lol

:lmao

[manu the best]

spurs fans don't expect any thing good from splitter .. the guy doesn't care about SAS .. he only cares about money ..



MANU= :lobt2:

[Kill_Bill_Pana]

I think the Spurs should maybe look for a player from the US this summer.

Like Gist?

[Indazone]

Bourassis will be Rocket Savior sorry KBP lol

[Kill_Bill_Pana]

The guy is unproven and you're ready to buy into what KBF says?
Mr. "Copy and Paste" just goes by scouting reports, nothing more.
Bet you he doesn't even know how to play ball at all. :lol
Gotta do better than youtube links bro.

You keep say Bourousis sucks because he never play in NBA. This prove you are foolish. Then you say how great Splitter is and he has never play in NBA. This prove you are hypocrite and full of it.

[manufan10]

I don't care who is better, Bourousis or Splitter, as long as either of them come in and make the team better then I'm all for it. If they help the Spurs in any way, and they're better than Bonner, then I'm for it.

[Bruno]

It's awesome to see all these threads being hijacked with all these Scrubla/Bursitis crap. It's damn interesting. :tu

Back to the topic.
TP is also damn harsh and straight about Spurs. He said "we had a lot of old people in our team. Now we had to get young athletic players and rebuild the team."

[manufan10]

The truth hurts!

[Kill_Bill_Pana]

It's awesome to see all these threads being hijacked with all these Scrubla/Bursitis crap. It's damn interesting. :tu

Back to the topic.
TP is also damn harsh and straight about Spurs. He said "we had a lot of old people in our team. Now we had to get young athletic players and rebuild the team."

Guess this mean he want Manu gone then.

[Bruno]

Guess this mean he want Manu gone then.

Guess this mean you should stick with the Rockets.

[DPG21920]

TP is very frank about his comments. He also said before the season that this is the last year you will see the "core" together. So you can expect changes. I do not presume to know to what magnitude, but that depends largely on what is available to the Spurs via trade/free agency.

[Bukefal]

He knows what he's talking about.

[rayray2k8]

You keep say Bourousis sucks because he never play in NBA, you are correct and I am completely foolish. Then you say how great Splitter and how he'll be the spurs real savior and will come in 2010. I am hypocrite and full of it and suck at life.

Takes a real man to admit his mistakes. Can't help you with sucking at life, bro. Although lefty and righty will always be there for you. :lmao
:toast