Live Chat with James Anderson Today

[spursdotcom]

FYI - We'll be hosting a live chat today with James from 1:30p to 2:00. We'll have the chat open at 1:15 so you can get questions in early.

Live Chat
http://www.nba.com/spurs/fanzone/live_chat.html

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[urunobili]

130 Central time?

[spursdotcom]

130 Central time?

Yes :toast

[Samr]

Why Spurs fans aren't going absolutely bonkers over this pick (a la Blair-style), I have no clue.

I'll be in class, but someone please ask him what he thinks of the Spurs fan response he has gotten thus far, and what (if anything) he feel he has to prove to all the teams that passed on him.

[clambake]

who is james anderson?

[spursfaninla]

who is james anderson?

He is the guy your coach felt the need to compare your team's first round pick to.

[Blackjack]

who is james anderson?

Who is Mr. Anderson?






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The One

[clambake]

Who is Mr. Anderson?






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The One

:lol

[clambake]

He is the guy your coach felt the need to compare your team's first round pick to.

our coach is a dumbass.

[spursfaninla]

our coach is a dumbass.

I think you have bigger and more important problems than figuring out who our first round pick is, then.

[clambake]

I think you have bigger and more important problems than figuring out who our first round pick is, then.

i don't actually play any kind of role in the mavericks organization.

[Mr.Bottomtooth]

i don't actually play any kind of role in the mavericks organization.

:lol

[spursfan1000]

How much time till this starts? 45 min?

[E-RockWill]

i don't actually play any kind of role in the mavericks organization.

That's some quality fandom right there.......

[SpursNextRomanEmpire]

its on

[spursdotcom]

live chat is up, come on by and leave your questions. He'll be with us shortly http://www.nba.com/spurs/fanzone/live_chat.html

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[SpursNextRomanEmpire]

rofl someone just asked him if people pronounce his name like the matrix:lol

[ace3g]

1:33


[Comment From James James: ]
What is the biggest part of your game you will be focusing on this summer? Barring any setback with your hamstring, do you feel you will be able to step in right away and contribute given the Spurs' need for a dynamic shooter?
Tuesday June 29, 2010 1:33 James
1:34

James Anderson:
Just becoming a knock-down shooter and improving my defensive game, becoming a stopper

[kjhip1]

People ask some of the dumbest questions....Its good to see that he understands what the Spurs need, considering he'll be working on his jumper and defense

[clubalien]

[Comment From F. Rodriguez F. Rodriguez: ]
My final question. What would you consider to be your "signature move"?

Tuesday June 29, 2010 1:36 F. Rodriguez
1:36 James Anderson: I don't really have a signature move.

[SpursNextRomanEmpire]

stop asking him the same stupid questions

[ace3g]

[Comment From Chris Hansen Chris Hansen: ]
Firstly, I just wanted to say how great it is to have you with the Spurs. You'll be given the chance to play with greats like Tim Duncan, Manu Ginobili, and Tony Parker and to get coached by one of the all time greats in Pop. What are you most looking forward to, and how do you see yourself fitting into the organization?

Making sure there aren't any predators in the chat room, lol

[ace3g]

this was for Samr:

1:37


[Comment From Casey, San Antonio Casey, San Antonio: ]
What do you think of the Spurs fan response you have gotten thus far, and what (if anything) do you feel you have to prove to all the teams that passed on you?

Tuesday June 29, 2010 1:37 Casey, San Antonio
1:39

James Anderson:
I've been getting good response from the fans. There are some loyal and dedicated fans here and I'm glad to be a part of it. I have a lot to prove, a lot of teams passed me up, but I'm glad where I landed. I don't have to prove them anything, just have to prove it to myself by becoming the best player I can be.

[ThePop]

Lame questions, lame answers

[SpursNextRomanEmpire]

haha chris hansen

[ace3g]

1:42


[Comment From Sherp F. Sherp F.: ]
How much do you feel that playing in the Big 12 prepared you for the NBA?

Tuesday June 29, 2010 1:42 Sherp F.
1:43

James Anderson:
It prepared me a lot. You have to be mentally tough playing against these teams with at least one or two NBA prospects. The Big 12 is one of the most physical conferences, mentally and physically, so it prepared me well

[SpursNextRomanEmpire]

Wow another "what went through your head when you were drafted by the spurs?" question.... gosh

[ace3g]

some of these questions are like the reporters after the Roddick loss yesterday "how are you going to feel when you wake up tomorrow" glad Roddic got in the guys face about the dumb ass question

[TIMMYD!]

He says he's gonna wear #25, Tiago is not gonna like that. :lol

[ace3g]

that is it for the questions, he has to do a press conference now which will be posted on spurs.com later

[SenorSpur]

He says he's gonna wear #25, Tiago is not gonna like that. :lol

First one to the contract table, gets their chosen number. :lol

[kjhip1]

well no surpise here...He seems to be focused on the Summer League and working on his shot and defense...Hopefully he does not hesitate in the Summer League..It would be nice to see him translate his shooting ability to the NBA...

[SpursNextRomanEmpire]

I tried asking this question:

Mo Williams

Any idea where LeBron is gonna sign on Thursday?

[clubalien]

People ask some of the dumbest questions....Its good to see that he understands what the Spurs need, considering he'll be working on his jumper and defense

the question s i belive or filtered sometimes pop refuses to ansower a question or never even sees it.

For example if they asked would you have a problem playing for a team with a gay player on it they probaly won't post it.

[xellos88330]

He answered two of my questions.

1:30 [Comment From F. RodriguezF. Rodriguez: ]
Most people tend to think that offense will come easier when playing with great players. If this is indeed the case, do you feel that you will be able to surprise the league with your defense now that you will not have to work so hard on offense?
Tuesday June 29, 2010 1:30 F. Rodriguez

1:30 James Anderson: I think if I keep working hard on offense and defense I can be a good player on both ends, not just one

and the other one was already posted.

[ace3g]

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SpursSTH

Spurs first draft choice, James Anderson, along w GM R.. Buford visit w media and a couple STH's http://twitpic.com/211hsx

[spursdotcom]

big thank you to those who came by to take part in the chat. :toast

[Mr.Bottomtooth]

I tried asking this question:

Mo Williams

Any idea where LeBron is gonna sign on Thursday?

:lol

[Blackjack]

He says he's gonna wear #25, Tiago is not gonna like that. :lol

As ridiculous as it sounds, that may have just told us where the Spurs' head is in regards to Gee (the guy that currently has James' No. 23).

Unless he's just changin' it 'cause . . .

[Spurs Brazil]

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[Spurs Brazil]

Chat recap: http://www.nba.com/spurs/fanzone/live_chat.html

[Spurs Brazil]

big thank you to those who came by to take part in the chat. :toast

Can we get the video of the press conference?