Tony Parkers left ankle injury!!!!

[DynastySpurs210]

Translation: Tony Parker left the game late in the 3rd after rolling his left ankle while driving it in to the lane.

[Behrooz24]

Translation: Tony Parker left the game late in the 3rd after rolling his left ankle while driving it in to the lane.

[MannyIsGod]

Fml

[slick'81]

hope hes allright didnt look good but well have to wait and c

[spursfan09]

This sucks

[Sisk]

:bang:bang:bang:bang:bang:bang:bang:bang:bang:bang

[ffadicted]

:( fuck

[DPG21920]

Poor time for TP to get hurt. He's done for the night. Still it will be interesting. If George plays well Tony could be put on the block.

Absolutely no way.

[HarlemHeat37]

Some people are really exaggerating this..

When it comes to ankles, it's way too difficult to tell at first..I sprain my ankles like once a month when I'm not wearing a brace..I roll them all the time though, and even the worst pain at first will end up being just a roll..

I think it will be worse than just a roll since he reportedly wasn't able to put any weight on it, but I doubt it's as bad as some of you are making it out to be..

[ivanfromwestwood]

Some people are really exaggerating this..

When it comes to ankles, it's way too difficult to tell at first..I sprain my ankles like once a month when I'm not wearing a brace..I roll them all the time though, and even the worst pain at first will end up being just a roll..

I think it will be worse than just a roll since he reportedly wasn't able to put any weight on it, but I doubt it's as bad as some of you are making it out to be..
oh yea. tell that to finley

[Spurs Brazil]

He couldn't put any weight on it

[Obstructed_View]

Al Horford with the dirty play to injure Parker.

[Brazil]

too bas he was improving game after game fuck I hope nothing serious

[Obstructed_View]

He couldn't put any weight on it

Yep, rolling your ankle hurts like shit. Doesn't mean he won't be able to walk on it in an hour and be fine tomorrow morning.

[TJastal]

Is this the same ankle he has the PF on?

[ducks]

I think pop will make him rest for atleast 2 weeks

[ducks]

maybe right after the allstar game

[ffadicted]

Yep, rolling your ankle hurts like shit. Doesn't mean he won't be able to walk on it in an hour and be fine tomorrow morning.
yah it does, from the looks of it on the replay

[Josepatches_]

Well,anke problems it's something that it's going to happen every year with his style of play.

I hope he isn't really hurt.

At least Hill is better every day so it's not like we have to use Vaughn.

[DPG21920]

Putting a player on the block doesn't mean they wil be trading said player, it just means that the Spurs would explore options.

This injury means nothing with regards to trading TP. If they were going to explore, it was going to happen no matter what. Which it isn't unless it is for Rose, Paul or D Will.

[ducks]

rose is not going to get traded
d will could if jazz want to blow it all up

[DPG21920]

None of those guys are getting traded and that is the point.

[MaNu4Tres]

oh yea. tell that to finley

And Mahimni.

[Sean Cagney]

THIS IS JUST F IN great, we were strugging and now he starts to do better and now he is hurt :( This year f in SUCKS, I swear things just can't go right for long.

[ducks]

pop is mad at manu
manu says he and pop are not on real good terms

[DPG21920]

He did not say that.

[ducks]

It all depends on how Hill plays. Remember last season he had those four 20 point games when Tony was hurt? George is a much improved player since then, if he makes the most of his starter minutes at the point maybe the Spurs will see who they can get for TP.

I know Pop is mad at some players, if TP is one of those players then who knows what pop might do.

not without duncan's blessing and
td trust tp and are good buds

[Spurs Brazil]

xrays negative

[Obstructed_View]

And Mahimni.

And Grant Hill. If we're going to make ridiculous comparisons...

[urunobili]

come on TP get well soon we need you! just when he was starting to get into a groove again :depressed

[TIMMYD!]

Hopefully it's nothing more than a roll and it all feels good for next game.

[kev]

The silver lining here is Tony's plantar fascia will get a little rest.

[Spurs Brazil]

I just hope Pop doesn't play Mason at PG

[spursfan09]

At least its negative

[timvp]

:pctoss

. . . I'm not gonna say it . . .

[in2deep]

3-5 games out. blessing in disguise

[tp2021]

:pctoss

. . . I'm not gonna say it . . .

You mean Believe.

[DPG21920]

That is what happens when you play too much basketball. Look at Pau.

[Spurs Brazil]

You mean Believe.

Nope, I think it's f*** (National Team Name)

[TJastal]

come on TP get well soon we need you! just when he was starting to get into a groove again :depressed

Well the silver lining in this is every time Parker goes out w/ his customary ankle roll, Hill steps up and plays big and the spurs as a team play very good

[Thompson]

Shut Parker down (cast on his foot) until after the All Star break. He'll miss a few big games (Denver home and away, @LA, @Portland), but also what little fluff we have left in the schedule (Kings, Clippers, Pacers, 76er's, Pistons). Some cases of PF can be cured with 3-4 weeks in a boot, and we need Parker at or near 100% to do much in the postseason.

[Kori Ellis]

It all depends on how Hill plays. Remember last season he had those four 20 point games when Tony was hurt? George is a much improved player since then, if he makes the most of his starter minutes at the point maybe the Spurs will see who they can get for TP.

I know Pop is mad at some players, if TP is one of those players then who knows what pop might do.

I think the only way the Spurs would consider trading Parker is for a better point guard (and that's not happening). They don't really think of Hill as a point guard anymore.

[rayray2k8]

Time to put that open roster to good use.

[DesignatedT]

Hill cannot run the point like tony can... to even think he can is ridiculous. hill thrives at the SG position. he isnt a true point gaurd and this season has only proved that even more. manu pretty much runs the team when parker is out.

we need parker to win. better pray its not too serious

[ducks]

:pctoss

. . . I'm not gonna say it . . .

he stepted on a foot
it would not have mattered if he sat on the beach all summer
and I wish he did not play for france

[boutons_deux]

Pop will probably keep him until after ASB :)

[roycrikside]

This injury is a hidden blessing. Pop and Tony were both being stubborn about resting him despite his plantar fasciitis, but now he can maybe take off most of the Rodeo Road Trip and it will force the team to play better defense or get their asses handed to them night after night.

Also, it will force Manu to step up, and that's a good thing too. We need to see if he can sink or swim.

[Sisk]

The silver lining here is Tony's plantar fascia will get a little rest.

this is exactly what i was thinking

[Kori Ellis]

This injury is a hidden blessing. Pop and Tony were both being stubborn about resting him despite his plantar fasciitis, but now he can maybe take off most of the Rodeo Road Trip and it will force the team to play better defense or get their asses handed to them night after night.

Also, it will force Manu to step up, and that's a good thing too. We need to see if he can sink or swim.

This is exactly the way I look at it too.

[rayray2k8]

Hill!!

[ElNono]

pop is mad at manu
manu says he and pop are not on real good terms

:lmao

[duncan228]

Joe Alexander

Parker injury: Tony Parker just hit the floor hard. Left leg hurt with 2:29 left in the third quarter. He was helped off and went back to the lockerroom. Parker had 10 points and eight assists. He did not score after the first quarter.

Official word on Parker: sprained left ankle, will not return. "X-rays taken at the AT&T Center were negative... timeline for his return will be determined Thursday or Friday ..."

[ElNono]

Seriously, just rest him. No coming back too soon like early in the season...

I hated to see him tweak the ankle because he looked really quick tonight...
Now the rest of the guys need to hold the fort until Tony comes back...

[ffadicted]

This injury is a hidden blessing. Pop and Tony were both being stubborn about resting him despite his plantar fasciitis, but now he can maybe take off most of the Rodeo Road Trip and it will force the team to play better defense or get their asses handed to them night after night.

Also, it will force Manu to step up, and that's a good thing too. We need to see if he can sink or swim.

Kind of agree with this too, in all parts. Looking for Ginobili to really step it up and get out of his shooting slump, jefferson to carry the offensive load more, and hill to grow a bit as a player, all while resting Tony.

Perhaps the bball gods are doing us a favor here

[the crimson blur]

Just when he was moving well. He was moving sooo fast tonight. Played great up till the injury.

:depressed

[ElNono]

So.. do we make a move for a third string PG?? who's out there that can be had for Finley's expiring?

[ffadicted]

So.. do we make a move for a third string PG?? who's out there that can be had for Finley's expiring?

lol no, unless this is season ending. Ginobili Mason and Hill can spend time at the PG just fine for a couple of weeks

[Kori Ellis]

The only other option for point guards right now is Mason or Manu. Hill is going to have his chance to run the offense for the first time over an extended period this season.

I know that, but you are saying that the Spurs might trade Parker... leaving Hill with the starting PG job indefinitely. I'm saying that they would only trade Parker if they got a better PG back because they don't see Hill as a long-term option at the point.

If Tony's going to be out more than a few weeks, I'd guess they'll probably even try to trade Finley's contract for another backup PG.

[TIMMYD!]

This injury is a hidden blessing. Pop and Tony were both being stubborn about resting him despite his plantar fasciitis, but now he can maybe take off most of the Rodeo Road Trip and it will force the team to play better defense or get their asses handed to them night after night.

Also, it will force Manu to step up, and that's a good thing too. We need to see if he can sink or swim.

One of the most sensible posts on here in a while. Good Job. :tu

[ElNono]

lol no, unless this is season ending. Ginobili Mason and Hill can spend time at the PG just fine for a couple of weeks

I just rather have Hill and Mason keep alternating at SG for stretches... I think it's part of the progression and not to take them out of their games... There's gotta be a serviceable vet out there that we can get to bring the ball up and start the offense...

[tdominate21]

This injury is a hidden blessing. Pop and Tony were both being stubborn about resting him despite his plantar fasciitis, but now he can maybe take off most of the Rodeo Road Trip and it will force the team to play better defense or get their asses handed to them night after night.

Also, it will force Manu to step up, and that's a good thing too. We need to see if he can sink or swim.

I agree. And I think this gives the best chance of RJ finding himself. This will give him more opportunities to find his offense. I think he's similar to parker in that he needs the ball in his hands to break down a defender and score.

Of course we need to keep winning in the mean time. But at least we will find out mor about RJ

[cd98]

Thank goodness Parker will miss some games. Now I'll finally have an excuse when the Spurs lose.

[Bruno]

It sucks.

Parker's ankles are the weak link of his body. It's a little like Duncan and his knees. IIRC, it's the 14th time in his career than Parker sprains his ankle.

What sucks is that the most you sprain an ankle, the weaker it becomes and the result is an increase in the frequency and the gravity of the future sprains. Lately, TP has had some ankle sprains that he struggle to recover for. If this one is quite serious, TP could be out for an extended period of time.

Spurs have a roster spot available and they will likely use it to sing a PG to a 10 days or rest of the season contract. They can take the vet road with Antonio Daniels likely being the best option or sign a D-League PG. There is Curtis Jerrels in Austin but I don't know if he is good enough to be call up.

[ElNono]

Spurs have a roster spot available and they will likely use it to sing a PG to a 10 days or rest of the season contract. They can take the vet road with Antonio Daniels likely being the best option or sign a D-League PG. There is Curtis Jerrels in Austin but I don't know if he is good enough to be call up.

I think AD is getting a call as we speak... good post, Bruno

[Libri]

What sucks is that the most you sprain an ankle, the weaker it becomes and the result is an increase in the frequency and the gravity of the future sprains. Lately, TP has had some ankle sprains that he struggle to recover for. If this one is quite serious, TP could be out for an extended period of time.


:pctoss

:depressed

[ChumpDumper]

It sucks.

Parker's ankles are the weak link of his body. It's a little like Duncan and his knees. IIRC, it's the 14th time in his career than Parker sprains his ankle.

What sucks is that the most you sprain an ankle, the weaker it becomes and the result is an increase in the frequency and the gravity of the future sprains. Lately, TP has had some ankle sprains that he struggle to recover for. If this one is quite serious, TP could be out for an extended period of time.

Spurs have a roster spot available and they will likely use it to sing a PG to a 10 days or rest of the season contract. They can take the vet road with Antonio Daniels likely being the best option or sign a D-League PG. There is Curtis Jerrels in Austin but I don't know if he is good enough to be call up.I think they might call up Jerrells for practice since his learning curve would be less steep than that of other players and other guys would actually play in games.

There are a couple of other D-League point guards who seem more ready for prime time if they really want to play someone. And Daniels of course.

[HarlemHeat37]

It sucks.

Parker's ankles are the weak link of his body. It's a little like Duncan and his knees. IIRC, it's the 14th time in his career than Parker sprains his ankle.

What sucks is that the most you sprain an ankle, the weaker it becomes and the result is an increase in the frequency and the gravity of the future sprains. Lately, TP has had some ankle sprains that he struggle to recover for. If this one is quite serious, TP could be out for an extended period of time.

Spurs have a roster spot available and they will likely use it to sing a PG to a 10 days or rest of the season contract. They can take the vet road with Antonio Daniels likely being the best option or sign a D-League PG. There is Curtis Jerrels in Austin but I don't know if he is good enough to be call up.

:(

[Bruno]

I think AD is getting a call as we speak... good post, Bruno

The problem with Daniels is he could only agree to sign a rest of the season contract and not a 10 days contract. Spurs could be reluctant to lose the flexibility they have with their 15th roster spot especially if Parker is out for a limited amount of time.

When I look at the FA list ( http://hoopshype.com/free_agency.htm ), I see a lot of PGs with some Spurs' experience: Jason Hart, Mike Wilks, Blake Ahearn, Jacque Vaughn...
Maybe Spurs will go with the best of the list that will accept a 10 days contract.

[lurker23]

The problem with Daniels is he could only agree to sign a rest of the season contract and not a 10 days contract. Spurs could be reluctant to lose the flexibility they have with their 15th roster spot especially if Parker is out for a limited amount of time.

When I look at the FA list ( http://hoopshype.com/free_agency.htm ), I see a lot of PGs with some Spurs' experience: Jason Hart, Mike Wilks, Blake Ahearn, Jacque Vaughn...
Maybe Spurs will go with the best of the list that will accept a 10 days contract.

The return of Jacque Vaughn! :lobt2:

In all seriousness, as much as the forum would explode at this news, I think I'd prefer him over most of the other guys you listed.

[ElNono]

The problem with Daniels is he could only agree to sign a rest of the season contract and not a 10 days contract. Spurs could be reluctant to lose the flexibility they have with their 15th roster spot especially if Parker is out for a limited amount of time.

When I look at the FA list ( http://hoopshype.com/free_agency.htm ), I see a lot of PGs with some Spurs' experience: Jason Hart, Mike Wilks, Blake Ahearn, Jacque Vaughn...
Maybe Spurs will go with the best of the list that will accept a 10 days contract.

I really think we need a third stringer... I just don't know if Pop feels the same way...

[TJastal]

The return of Jacque Vaughn! :lobt2:

In all seriousness, as much as the forum would explode at this news, I think I'd prefer him over most of the other guys you listed.

Me too actually. He knows the system well and was a great 3rd string point guard a few years ago. He would do an adequate enough job handling the ball if he's in decent shape.

[HarlemHeat37]

The good thing about Vaughn is that he's always aggressive..I love how he plays the game TBH, I think he can be a coach one day, he just has very little talent..

If it was up to me though, I wouldn't sign another PG..I'd at least see how Manu and Hill do with the ball-handling and handling pressure next game..

[NFGIII]

3-5 games out. blessing in disguise

Now he will get some rest for his PF - the disguise. But Sean said in the game that he thinks TP will be out at least a couple of weeks min.


It sucks.

Parker's ankles are the weak link of his body. It's a little like Duncan and his knees. IIRC, it's the 14th time in his career than Parker sprains his ankle.

What sucks is that the most you sprain an ankle, the weaker it becomes and the result is an increase in the frequency and the gravity of the future sprains. Lately, TP has had some ankle sprains that he struggle to recover for. If this one is quite serious, TP could be out for an extended period of time.

Speaking from experience - I've sprained my ankles and pulled two of the three ligaments on each ankle to the point where the docs told me to be careful or if I abuse them more they may lock up on me - you're right about the ankles becoming weaker. I sprained my ankle back in May of '08 and it took almost 5 months for the pain to go away. They don't swell anymore when I tweak them, either. Weak ankles really suck and have to taped or at least some type of brace worn when playing.

So TP may be out longer than many expect. Any as of now I don't know where on the ankle the sprain happened. If it is a high sprain then he may be out longer than if lower.


Spurs have a roster spot available and they will likely use it to sing a PG to a 10 days or rest of the season contract. They can take the vet road with Antonio Daniels likely being the best option or sign a D-League PG. There is Curtis Jerrels in Austin but I don't know if he is good enough to be call up.

Good points - I was thinking about AD when TP went down. And since he still has a house here He would most likely jump at that if the Spurs want to go there.



I think they might call up Jerrells for practice since his learning curve would be less steep than that of other players and other guys would actually play in games.

There are a couple of other D-League point guards who seem more ready for prime time if they really want to play someone. And Daniels of course.

CD - Has Jerrells made that much progress in the D-League? From what I remember during preseason he just didn't seem like he had a feeling for what was needed. Not a good fit at the time.

[lurker23]

Tony from Facebook/Twitter:

"hello…Big win for us against atlanta only one bad thing i sprain my ankle .nothing bad i will be back soon"

http://www.facebook.com/tp9network/posts/272930009420

[MaNu4Tres]

I would rather Mason/Bogans/ Manu get more time than to bring in AD. The only way I see the Spurs bringing in a point guard via free agency or even the D-League is if Hill or Manu were to get hurt along with TP.

[MaNu4Tres]

Tony from Facebook/Twitter:

"hello…Big win for us against atlanta only one bad thing i sprain my ankle .nothing bad i will be back soon"

http://www.facebook.com/tp9network/posts/272930009420

Can he take his time with his recovery? I really hope he doesn't rush back. This could give him time to heal minor bumps and bruises, not to mention his ankle and PF.

Take Eva to France for 3 weeks Tony and take Chip and Brungy with you.

[timvp]

I think the best idea is to see how long the Spurs can get away with Parker on the sidelines. If they can win some games, Parker can rest up and hopefully refuel. But if they start spiraling downward, Parker will have to limp back in to help save the season.

Let's hope Hill can do a nice point guard imitation and the rest of the team steps up.

[ShoogarBear]

They don't really think of Hill as a point guard anymore.

Hallelujah!

[polandprzem]

Hallelujah!


Hallelujah we do not have any point guard then

[Bruno]

Good news that TP sprain isn't a big one.

And Spurs will surely do a move after that injury. With Finely still out, Parker injured and Hairston in D-league, Spurs have only 11 players available: 6 are PF/C and 5 are PG/SG/SF. If Spurs don't sign someone to a 10 days contract, they will at least bring back Hairston from Austin.

[ShoogarBear]

Hallelujah we do not have any point guard then

We didn't anyway. It's just that now the Spurs realize it.

[timvp]

AD on a ten-day contract makes a lot of sense. As an insurance ballhandler at the very end of the bench, he's good enough. I'm not advocating actually placing him in the rotation but he's a low mistake player who should be able to fit right in.

If the Spurs don't do anything, watching Mason run point guard or Manu try to break a full court press (or Hill make a play, for that matter) will only highlight the need for an emergency point guard over the next couple games.

[ChumpDumper]

CD - Has Jerrells made that much progress in the D-League? From what I remember during preseason he just didn't seem like he had a feeling for what was needed. Not a good fit at the time.Decent scorer, but doesn't have the whole point guard thing down yet, though he isn't bad at pick and rolls with Dwayne Jones. I'm less impressed with his defense than I was early on. If they're looking for a more complete point guard, Will Conroy just got back into the league -- if it's a poor man's Hill-type, Dontell Jefferson.

[gilmor]

You motherfuckers will realise how important Tony is to this team for next couple of weeks..

[bigdog]

Keep him out as long as possible. No need to rush back from an injury, especially when he's already injured.

[DesignatedT]

this team is going nowhere without TP. he needs to rest up and get healthy

[gilmor]

Or when the Spurs win the next two games threads stating trade Parker will pop up again.

Nah.. not going to win alot of games with TP out..

Mark my words.

This is the same as when Manu or TD is out unless RJ steps out big time.

[HarlemHeat37]

Phila Chamberlain really wants that Parker-Paul trade to go down LOL..do you write for HoopsWorld, my man?..

[Man In Black]

I say come back for the Lakers. That should be enough time for healing as long as he sticks to Will's complete plan for a ready-to-dominate ankle.

Ankle sprains can be minimized if treated properly from the point of injury. While it's true that the ligaments stretch when originally hurt, it's possible to keep them at their normal length with aggressive modalities and serious compression and anti-inflams and lots of ice for the next 48 hours. I still think it's a grade 2 and I can see 2 weeks easy with a possibility for a 3rd for precaution. Remember, we need this team healthy for the playoffs, because to lose any of the Big 3 for the playoffs means that losing is a strong possibility.

[Bukefal]

Putting a player on the block doesn't mean they wil be trading said player, it just means that the Spurs would explore options.

That's not going to happen, he isnt going anywhere. We need him. Tony will just get some rest, and he'll return to his place, maybe before the All star game, maybe afterwards. Let's hope he'll get over it soon. We are nothing without him.

[Josepatches_]

Nah.. not going to win alot of games with TP out..

Mark my words.

This is the same as when Manu or TD is out unless RJ steps out big time.

If TD is out it's much worse.Not the same.

TP is important but we lost 3 in a row with him too until yesterday.If we lose next games it's not only because Tony is out.We have enough talent in this team to win without Parker.

[Josepatches_]

Phila Chamberlain really wants that Parker-Paul trade to go down LOL..do you write for HoopsWorld, my man?..


Want? who doesnt want it? It's not going to happen and CP3 can be an idiot but overall Paul is better player than TP.No doubt about it.

[ThaiFanofSpurs]

If TD is out it's much worse.Not the same.

TP is important but we lost 3 in a row with him too until yesterday.If we lose next games it's not only because Tony is out.We have enough talent in this team to win without Parker.

That is not true. There are only TD, Manu, and TP in this team that have proved they can win in the POs and the title. Yes, we can win the regular season games without TP but we will really need him when the POs come. W/o TP we are going nowhere. Unless, we just want to be a regular season championship?

TP, just take your time. You know how much the team needs you to be healthy for the POs.

[romain.star]

Nah.. not going to win alot of games with TP out..

Mark my words.

This is the same as when Manu or TD is out unless RJ steps out big time.

TP is not as valuable as he was the last couple of years and last time i checked, the Spurs did not win alot of games with TP in...


Bottom line is: the Spurs are deep enough to deal with Parker absence. Plus, they have an history of winning games when one of the BIG 3 is out.

[kace]

If TD is out it's much worse.Not the same.

TP is important but we lost 3 in a row with him too until yesterday.If we lose next games it's not only because Tony is out.We have enough talent in this team to win without Parker.


Dumb logic. not that i'm surprised but with this logic, that means that not even Tim was important since we lost three in a row with him too.

Anyway, Hill and Manu can do the job, but his scoring force, even this year, could be missed.

[romain.star]

Dumb logic. not that i'm surprised but with this logic, that means that not even Tim was important since we lost three in a row with him too.

Anyway, Hill and Manu can do the job, but his scoring force, even this year, could be missed.

Kace, prépare toi à répondre aux nombreux rageux anti parker qui vont avoir ici une belle occasion de ressortir les crocs parceque je pressens de gros matchs du Jefferson en l'absence de Parker

[Bukefal]

Kace, prépare toi à répondre aux nombreux rageux anti parker qui vont avoir ici une belle occasion de ressortir les crocs parceque je pressens de gros matchs du Jefferson en l'absence de Parker

Yeah the many anti parker's are already here, don't know if it can be worse. As for jefferson, I dont think he will be doing so great in the time Parker is gone, so it probably wouldn't be a opportunity for anti parkers even more.

I do hope it though, to see Jefferson doing better finally. I haven't seen the game yesterday, but he seemed to do pretty well.

I just hope Parker can get a good rest and will be back soon, because we need him. We cant miss him too long, because it means a big share of points pg were going to lose. I hope the others can find a way to make up for it when Parker is out.

[portnoy1]

It sucks that he got hurt, however if the spurs get on a roll and start playin D' that would be bad for TP especially if they started to slight when he comes back. If the spurs go on some kinda of streak then Parker might be the piece they try trading. Welcome Bosh and Calderon to the mix!!!! both in the top 25 that might get traded.

[ChumpDumper]

Self-quote, activate!
Decent scorer, but doesn't have the whole point guard thing down yet, though he isn't bad at pick and rolls with Dwayne Jones. I'm less impressed with his defense than I was early on. If they're looking for a more complete point guard, Will Conroy just got back into the league -- if it's a poor man's Hill-type, Dontell Jefferson.Conroy just got called up by the Rockets.

[kace]

Kace, prépare toi à répondre aux nombreux rageux anti parker qui vont avoir ici une belle occasion de ressortir les crocs parceque je pressens de gros matchs du Jefferson en l'absence de Parker

:lol

during tony's absence:

- any win = Spurs better without Parker / Trade Parker
- any loss = Fuck Parker's injury and his NT, trade him
- any good game from GHill => We have a new PG, trade Parker
- any good game from RJ => RJ was playing bad because of Parker, trade him (and here you can probably replace RJ with any player playing bad lately)

etc etc ......


PS: i still hope we win all the games during his absence though ;)

[raspsa]

Always look at the silver lining.. this is a challenge for the guys to step it up as individuals and as a team.

[Brazil]

:lol

during tony's absence:

- any win = Spurs better without Parker / Trade Parker
- any loss = Fuck Parker's injury and his NT, trade him
- any good game from GHill => We have a new PG, trade Parker
- any good game from RJ => RJ was playing bad because of Parker, trade him (and here you can probably replace RJ with any player playing bad lately)

etc etc ......


PS: i still hope we win all the games during his absence though ;)

I agree it's a loss loss situation for parker whatever happen the portnoy1andco trade parker threads will florish !

[ffadicted]

:lol

during tony's absence:

- any win = Spurs better without Parker / Trade Parker
- any loss = Fuck Parker's injury and his NT, trade him
- any good game from GHill => We have a new PG, trade Parker
- any good game from RJ => RJ was playing bad because of Parker, trade him (and here you can probably replace RJ with any player playing bad lately)

etc etc ......


PS: i still hope we win all the games during his absence though ;)

This is actually so true. Fuggin' spurs fans :rolleyes

[dbestpro]

For me the only good thing that may come out of the injury is Pop will have one less player to run out with small ball.

[NFGIII]

Decent scorer, but doesn't have the whole point guard thing down yet, though he isn't bad at pick and rolls with Dwayne Jones. I'm less impressed with his defense than I was early on. If they're looking for a more complete point guard, Will Conroy just got back into the league -- if it's a poor man's Hill-type, Dontell Jefferson.


Thanks - You follow that league far more than I ever would. Your input is greatly appreciated.

[will_spurs]

Spurs’ Parker to miss several games with sprain

12 hours, 43 minutes ago

SAN ANTONIO (AP)—San Antonio Spurs (http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/teams/sas/;_ylt=AgWA07WeF2pSGREBqzoGFoyLvLYF) guard Tony Parker (http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/players/3527/;_ylt=As1Y39JAMLSV8OQuva6AHxuLvLYF)(notes) (http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/players/3527/news;_ylt=Alu..lj3TW5vkScmnJHMBtyLvLYF) was expected to miss several NBA games because of a mild left ankle sprain.
The Spurs said on Thursday that the swelling in Parker’s ankle was minimal, a day after being carried off the court in a win over Atlanta. No structural damage was found.

Parker won’t play on Friday against Memphis and will also likely sit Sunday’s game against Denver. No timetable for his return has been set.
Parker has been troubled by the same foot all season. The French star missed four games earlier because of another ankle sprain and has been bothered by plantar fascitis.
The injuries have cost Parker the quickness he had last season, when he was an All-Star and led the Spurs in scoring.

[Bukefal]

:lol

during tony's absence:

- any win = Spurs better without Parker / Trade Parker
- any loss = Fuck Parker's injury and his NT, trade him
- any good game from GHill => We have a new PG, trade Parker
- any good game from RJ => RJ was playing bad because of Parker, trade him (and here you can probably replace RJ with any player playing bad lately)

etc etc ......


PS: i still hope we win all the games during his absence though ;)

lol so true. :lol

[sonic21]

It sucks that he got hurt, however if the spurs get on a roll and start playin D' that would be bad for TP especially if they started to slight when he comes back. If the spurs go on some kinda of streak then Parker might be the piece they try trading. Welcome Bosh and Calderon to the mix!!!! both in the top 25 that might get traded.

what's with your obsession with calderon?

He's the worst defender in the wost defensive team.

[TPnumber1]

he will miss just 2 games :toast

[intothechaos]

I miss Rod Strickland..... This dude made a fool out of anybody that was put in front of him... Long live the real rocket.... Rocket Rod...

[ElNono]

:lol

during tony's absence:

- any win = Spurs better without Parker / Trade Parker
- any loss = Fuck Parker's injury and his NT, trade him
- any good game from GHill => We have a new PG, trade Parker
- any good game from RJ => RJ was playing bad because of Parker, trade him (and here you can probably replace RJ with any player playing bad lately)

etc etc ......


PS: i still hope we win all the games during his absence though ;)

It's almost as sure a bet this will come up as you pointing out that Tony has a better assist/turnover ratio whenever somebody mentions Manu. :lol

[it's me]

It's almost as sure a bet this will come up as you pointing out that Tony has a better assist/turnover ratio whenever somebody mentions Manu. :lol


Lol...so true... also frenchy apologist... don't forget to bring up that per 82shit website manu isn't as clutch as everybody thinks he is....i........ :lmao

[portnoy1]

what's with your obsession with calderon?

He's the worst defender in the wost defensive team.
I like his facilitating style. Simple and effective in the right system. He recognizes things in the offense and doesnt turn the ball over trying to do to much. I think his style would be Perfect for the spurs. His defense is bad, but so is Parkers. Parker at times has shown the ability to play D, Calderon has never been in a system which requires him to do so. Anyone Remember Glenn Robinson in 04-05 with the spurs? He was certainly not known for defense, however under Pop he did pretty well defensively in the minutes he played. Of note 05' Nba finals game 1, where he had a solid first quarter defensively. There are better options than Calderon (CP3,D-Will,Rondo) and There are certainly better options than trading Parker (trade RJ, or the big 3 expiring contracts). But Right now it seems the spurs need help first in the paint ( shotblocker ) at the point (Pass-first PG) and on the perimeter (lock-down defender at the 3/2).

[hater]

LOL france vs. argentina

[portnoy1]

It's almost as sure a bet this will come up as you pointing out that Tony has a better assist/turnover ratio whenever somebody mentions Manu. :lol
Manu has always been somewhat turnover prone. He has done a better job not turning it over this year tho. Parker drives in and kicks out which IMO is a higher percentage pass. Manu will drive to the top and try to pass in. If your not a skilled passer its very hard to make the passes Manu does. The good thing about Parkers passing style is that its high percentage, the bad thing is that it only accomodates certain players (shooters to be exact). Manu's inside pass is somewhat dangerous and can be picked off, but it works for everyone; cause who cant hit a layup?

[Flux451]

I forsee Hill to RJ alley-oops.

This the time for RJ to step it up also. Spurs need his aggressive play right now more than ever.

Mason has bright eyes too. Hopefully he can step it up consistently.

[timvp]

:lol

during tony's absence:

- any win = Spurs better without Parker / Trade Parker
- any loss = Fuck Parker's injury and his NT, trade him
- any good game from GHill => We have a new PG, trade Parker
- any good game from RJ => RJ was playing bad because of Parker, trade him (and here you can probably replace RJ with any player playing bad lately)

etc etc ......


PS: i still hope we win all the games during his absence though ;)

Good summary of how it'll play out :lol

Believe it or not, TP gets a lot more love now than he did back around 2003 and 2004. Back then was the height of Tony vs. Manu. Nowadays, it's not nearly as bad.

[ElNono]

Good summary of how it'll play out :lol

Believe it or not, TP gets a lot more love now than he did back around 2003 and 2004. Back then was the height of Tony vs. Manu. Nowadays, it's not nearly as bad.

Tony has improved as a player dramatically since then, and I think that has a lot to do with it. The 'Speedy Claxton Finals' card was pulled almost monthly until about 2007... :lol