Spurs Assign Anderson to Austin Toros

[Mr.Bottomtooth]

http://www.nba.com/spurs/news/spurs_assign_james_anderson_to_toros_110126.html

Spurs Assign James Anderson To Toros
SAN ANTONIO (Jan. 26, 2011) – The San Antonio Spurs today announced that they have assigned rookie James Anderson to the Austin Toros of the NBA Development League.
Anderson, a 6-6, 215-pound guard, has been out since November 11 when he was diagnosed with a stress fracture in the fifth metatarsal of his right foot. Before the injury, he appeared in six games for the Spurs, averaging 7.0 points and 1.5 assists in 17.7 minutes per game. He is shooting .424 (14-33) from the field and .500 (10-20) from three-point land.

Anderson is the first player the Spurs have assigned to the Toros this season. The Toros host the Reno Bighorns today at 11:00 a.m. at the Cedar Park Center.

[NASpurs]

IS he playing today? Do they stream Toros games? I wouldn't mind tuning in to see how JA plays.

[ElNono]

You can watch the NBDL games here:

http://www.nba.com/dleague/

Click on "Futurecast" next to the game list on the right.

Don't know if Anderson is going to play today.

[Mel_13]

Games today, tomorrow, Saturday and Sunday. Barring setbacks, he's back with the Spurs in time to travel with the team on the RRT.

[ElNono]

In related NBDL news, the Bucks have called up Garret Temple...

[SpursRulez4eVeR]

:tu thanks for the heads up, help he gets to play

[bigfan]

In related NBDL news, the Bucks have called up Garret Temple...

Good luck to Temple, he seems to have some potential in the NBA.

[Brutalis]

I am very interested to see how long he'll be there and if he'll be leading the Toros in points.

[ElNono]

Game is on now, Anderson starting for the Toros

[FTLSpur]

Finally healthy!!! this is great news! :)

[Brutalis]

Game is on now, Anderson starting for the Toros

That's odd. I went to the NBDL website to watch the game on the futurecast thing, and it says:

TUESDAY, JANUARY 25, 2011
No Scheduled Games Today

[Brutalis]

edit* i found it

[Arc]

today is the 26th. but also.. this stream is kinda sucky. it's not even working for me anymore.

[ElNono]

That's odd. I went to the NBDL website to watch the game on the futurecast thing, and it says:

TUESDAY, JANUARY 25, 2011
No Scheduled Games Today

This is the direct link:

http://futurecast.nba.com/nbadl/console.jsp

I was just watching. For whatever reason the feed just died. I hope it comes back soon.

[SpursRulez4eVeR]

today is the 26th. but also.. this stream is kinda sucky. it's not even working for me anymore.

same here

[Brutalis]

This is the direct link:

http://futurecast.nba.com/nbadl/console.jsp

I was just watching. For whatever reason the feed just died. I hope it comes back soon.

"Futurecast can only be launched from its original location"

The feed doesn't work on the website either.

[egtonecity]

feed not working for me either

[Rummpd]

This kid showed a lot of potential and it will be interesting to see how in shape he is, I don't care if he scores much at all but gets into game shape and continues to work on defense - Spurs know this kid can shoot.

[TDMVPDPOY]

fck feed doesnt work for me also

[ElNono]

feed is back for me

[TDMVPDPOY]

yeh it works now, u m ust go into the nba dleague site, and click on cast...

[TDMVPDPOY]

is the feed laggy for anyone? :(

[ElNono]

lots of hiccups

[SpursRulez4eVeR]

the part where anderson made the shot got cut off

[TDMVPDPOY]

lil wayne on the team hahaha

[Dex]

Feed seems to be working fine for me.

[TDMVPDPOY]

what number is anderson

hey whose the asian guy in the suit on the spurs management team there...

[ElNono]

Anderson is 33

[Brutalis]

It's working for me now.

[SpursRulez4eVeR]

is anderson ever gonna sub back in...

[objective]

the feed is behind the box by a bit . . . Anderson still not back in. 5 minutes in a half, hope he's alright.

[Dex]

okie now it dead :(

[TDMVPDPOY]

feed is dead for me atm

anyone havn problems?

[NASpurs]

They're probably experiencing server overload. They didn't expect for five people to tune in and watch.

[ohmwrecker]

So, Bonner will have to suit up to make 12 . . . is he playing?

[Dex]

So, Bonner will have to suit up to make 12 . . . is he playing?

Bonner is not with the team; he was sent back to S.A. for rehab.

[Leetonidas]

Bonner is not with the team; he was sent back to S.A. for rehab.

Interesting...

[FTLSpur]

Anderson just 5 minutes? WTF? :wtf

[ohmwrecker]

Interesting...

Yes . . . don't they have to have 12, or am I mistaken?

[objective]

Yes . . . don't they have to have 12, or am I mistaken?

i thought the minimum dressed was 8

[objective]

2nd half has started, and the box shows that Anderson isn't playing.

I will jump to conclusions and irrationally panic now.

[FTLSpur]

2nd half has started, and the box shows that Anderson isn't playing.

I will jump to conclusions and irrationally panic now.

Can someone watching the game provide us with an update please? :depressed

[Dex]

2nd half has started, and the box shows that Anderson isn't playing.

I will jump to conclusions and irrationally panic now.

http://i697.photobucket.com/albums/vv340/Pan_Yan/oh-noes-everybody-panic.gif

[ace3g]

Anderson back on the court

[cd98]

James Anderson back in.

[The Great Fantastic]

Not watching the game but the box score shows Anderson just subbed in. No need to panic.

[ohmwrecker]

i thought the minimum dressed was 8

I am confused because Anderson has been dressed for the Spurs for the past few games since Bonner went on IR. If he didn't have to be, why didn't they send him to Austin sooner or leave him in street clothes?

[cd98]

Anderson layup.

[ace3g]

JA with the nice euro step move to the basket for the layup !!!

[toki9]

http://i697.photobucket.com/albums/vv340/Pan_Yan/oh-noes-everybody-panic.gif

Just checked in for the 2nd half, scored a lay up on a fastbrek.

[cd98]

Fast break layup. Filling the lane.

[cd98]

Anderson steal, but called for bogus offensive foul.

[ace3g]

JA for 3!!!

[cd98]

Anderson 3!!!!

[ohmwrecker]

JA nails the 3!

[toki9]

Anderson just hit a 3. BTW, he drove by Danny Green on the initial drive. And Danny Green just hit a 3 for the other team.

[ohmwrecker]

Can't wait for the kid to come back.

[toki9]

JA to the line.

[cd98]

Anderson fouled on the shot.

[ohmwrecker]

He looks winded.

[toki9]

JA has 9 after 2 freebies.

[toki9]

He looks winded.

Yeah, noticed that.

[SpursRulez4eVeR]

anderson looking gooood

[toki9]

JA drive across the lane and score.

[ace3g]

JA with another step through move, for the layup !!!

[cd98]

Anderson w/ jumper in the lane. Too easy.

[toki9]

Nice pass to the big, who screws up a reverse layup.

[toki9]

11 points so far in almost 9 minutes. 4/5 shooting. 1/1 from 3.

[toki9]

Find it funny that JA is matched up with Danny Green.

[ace3g]

JA pump fakes, and draws the foul, going to the line for 2

[cd98]

Anderson fouled, two shots. Almost got three point play from 15 feet.

[TheSpurglar]

11 points so far in almost 9 minutes. 4/5 shooting. 1/1 from 3.

That is thrilling news. I now have half-wood at work. Won't be getting up from my desk for a while.

[cd98]

Anderson nice pass, but shooter couldn't convert.

[toki9]

Wow. Eric Mussleman coaching Reno. Former NBA head coach trying to work his way back to the league, I guess.

[cd98]

Anderson misses three.

[ohmwrecker]

Is Salim Stoudemire wearing a poodle on his head?

[toki9]

Anderson misses wide open 3. Danny Green comes back and makes his 3rd pointer--over JA.

[toki9]

Is Salim Stoudemire wearing a poodle on his head?

Maybe he IS a poodle?

[rjv]

thanks for the updates toki !

[gospursgojas]

So Anderson is not coming back in? They said something about him playing only 10 mins.

[toki9]

So Anderson is not coming back in? They said something about him playing only 10 mins.

The announcers are saying he might be done for the day. Played 11.5 minutes and he was suppose to play around 10 minutes.

Also, Danny Ferry in the house.

[toki9]

thanks for the updates toki !

Welcome. Can't believe we have so many people following this. We Spurs fans are kind of crazy. ;-)

[cd98]

Anderson out to start 4th.

[ohmwrecker]

I've said this before, but . . . I really like Lance Thomas.

[toki9]

Wow. Toros' head coach just got tossed.

[SpursRulez4eVeR]

lol refs why so serious?

[toki9]

Toros' seem to have pretty nice facility; it's very empty, though.

[toki9]

I've said this before, but . . . I really like Lance Thomas.

He looks pretty good.

[Dex]

Toros' seem to have pretty nice facility; it's very empty, though.

Hard to fill games at 11:30am on Wednesday afternoons.

[toki9]

Danny Green just blocked Cousin from behind.

[toki9]

Hard to fill games at 11:30am on Wednesday afternoons.

Yeah, most people have normal lives. ;-)

[toki9]

Between his name and the Predator hair, Squeaky really deserves a bigger showcase.

[SpursRulez4eVeR]

what is up with those travel back in time commercials with durant, stoudemire and nash... they are so creepy

[TimmehC]

Toros' seem to have pretty nice facility; it's very empty, though.

It's like 1PM on Wednesday.

[Dex]

Anderson looked pretty good out there, but got winded in his short stints. Not completely unexpected, though, considering this is the first time he's seen the court in months. This stretch with the Toros should be just what the doctor ordered to get his feet back under him. Can't wait to see him back in a real silver and black uniform.

[toki9]

Wow. Lance Thomas drives down the middle for a tomahawk--and 1.

[toki9]

Cousin with a huge block at the rim.

[cd98]

Anderson is clearly top level talent compared to the D-League. I can't wait to see how he does when he rejoins the Spurs.

[toki9]

Game tied with minute to play.

[jeebus]

lol 2 cheerleaders...

[toki9]

Anderson walking around with ice bag on his left knee.

[toki9]

Game tied at 95, Toros' ball with 13 sec remaining

[toki9]

Cousin scores on an alley-oop tip in to give Toros 2 point lead with a little over 1 second left

[NASpurs]

That was a pretty badass play to take the lead. Alley oop pass to Cousin.

[8FOR!3]

James Anderson's definitely at the NBA level. Putting up 12 in under 12 minutes, damn that's really impressive at any professional level, especially for a guy just coming out of college.

Star player Marcus Cousin with the last second shot for the Toros! :lol

I wonder if he's a future rotational Spur...

[toki9]

Toros win, 97-95. JA plays 11.35, with 12 points on 4/6 shooting, 1/2 3-pointers, and 3/4 FT. No TO.

[PublicOption]

lance thomas was a stater for duke last year and can't get a sniff in the NBA????

[NASpurs]

Lance Thomas would have been nice for a long SF but he doesn't have the range to spread the floor right? That kind of sucks.

[JustinJDW]

Very happy with those numbers from Anderson. I think he'll be back wearing a Spurs uniform in no time. :)

No if we can just get Bonner back from his invisible permanent knee injury or whatever the hell it is. :bang

[Rummpd]

11.35, with 12 points on 4/6 shooting, 1/2 3-pointers, and 3/4 FT. No TO.

Thats a hell of a PER for sure.

[ChumpDumper]

As was mentioned, Anderson was only supposed to play five minutes each half.

Lance Thomas started the season at PF and has moved to SF after some roster shuffling. Needs an outside shot if he wants to play it at a higher level.

Cousin's jumper is money these days and he was playing very good d this game.

The game was early because at least once a year they bus in schoolkids for some kind of field trip. You can watch the archive now or at anytime by clicking the futurecast link on the front page of the d-league site where they list the scores. Make sure you choose the best bitrate for your connection at the lower right of the console screen.

[Dex]

As was mentioned, Anderson was only supposed to play five minutes each half.

Lance Thomas started the season at PF and has moved to SF after some roster shuffling. Needs an outside shot if he wants to play it at a higher level.

Cousin's jumper is money these days and he was playing very good d this game.

The game was early because at least once a year they bus in schoolkids for some kind of field trip. You can watch the archive now or at anytime by clicking the futurecast link on the front page of the d-league site where they list the scores. Make sure you choose the best bitrate for your connection at the lower right of the console screen.

That's cool. Damn spoilt kids these days. :lol My school always just took us to the zoo...or natural bridge caverns.

And yes, we had to walk, uphill both ways, in the snow.

[ChumpDumper]

Anderson didn't look especially quick, but smooth enough for me not to worry about anything.

[DesignatedT]

His scoring was never questioned. Everyone knows what kind of offensive player he was/can be coming out of college. He needs to improve defensively if he wants to be a star and get his legs back under him before we throw him out their with the Spurs.

[Blackjack]

As was mentioned, Anderson was only supposed to play five minutes each half.

Lance Thomas started the season at PF and has moved to SF after some roster shuffling. Needs an outside shot if he wants to play it at a higher level.

Cousin's jumper is money these days and he was playing very good d this game.

The game was early because at least once a year they bus in schoolkids for some kind of field trip. You can watch the archive now or at anytime by clicking the futurecast link on the front page of the d-league site where they list the scores. Make sure you choose the best bitrate for your connection at the lower right of the console screen.

Thanks Chump. :toast

About Cousins, was given the impression a while back by one of his coaches (can't remember who it was in interview) that he was looking like a shooting 4/5 prospect. Legit?

[crc21209]

Thanks to everyone in the thread who posted all the updates on James Anderson! :toast

[DesignatedT]

I thought Cousins did a good job. He reminded me of a Kendrick Persons type center when he was here during the pre-season but to say he has developed a nice jumper is great.

[ChumpDumper]

Thanks Chump. :toast

About Cousins, was given the impression a while back by one of his coaches (can't remember who it was in interview) that he was looking like a shooting 4/5 prospect. Legit?Could be. At the start of the season he was getting most of his points off of pick and rolls. Lately he's been getting more from face ups and fadeaways. Still really doesn't have much of a post game to speak of, so he might be more of a traditional PF prospect than center -- at least offensively.

[SenorSpur]

As was mentioned, Anderson was only supposed to play five minutes each half.

Lance Thomas started the season at PF and has moved to SF after some roster shuffling. Needs an outside shot if he wants to play it at a higher level.

Cousin's jumper is money these days and he was playing very good d this game.

The game was early because at least once a year they bus in schoolkids for some kind of field trip. You can watch the archive now or at anytime by clicking the futurecast link on the front page of the d-league site where they list the scores. Make sure you choose the best bitrate for your connection at the lower right of the console screen.

Thanks for the information Chump.

It's good to hear that Cousin's jumper is improved. Now if he ever get consistency on his jumper up to the level of Dice, he'd be deadly. I recall that his post game was at least fair.

Do you think he'd warrant a late-season callup?

[ChumpDumper]

Thanks for the information Chump.

It's good to hear that Cousin's jumper is improved. Now if he ever get consistency on his jumper up to the level of Dice, he'd be deadly. I recall that his post game was at least fair.

Do you think he'd warrant a late-season callup?Probably as much as any big man left in the D-League. Pickings are a little slim this season.

[Blackjack]

Could be. At the start of the season he was getting most of his points off of pick and rolls. Lately he's been getting more from face ups and fadeaways. Still really doesn't have much of a post game to speak of, so he might be more of a traditional PF prospect than center -- at least offensively.

I haven't seen much other than his time with the Spurs, so I was a little surprised to hear he had been displaying a legit shot. But what I did see was some good size and mobility for a big and someone that looks to be a capable rebounder and defender.

If that happens to be true and he can play the pick-and-pop and face-up game, I'm sure the Spurs will be very interested. The Spurs look to me they're going more and more European offensively, going away from traditional post-up opportunities and to even more drive-and-kick -- making sure they've got the middle of the floor as open and accessible as possible.

[awktalk]

Anderson has strong debut with Toros (http://blog.mysanantonio.com/spursnation/2011/01/26/anderson-has-strong-debut-with-toros/)

Spurs No. 1 draft choice James Anderson wasted little time getting back into action, scoring 12 points in 11 minutes in Austin’s 97-95 victory over Reno Wednesday afternoon.

Anderson was sent to Austin earlier in the day with hopes of playing several games to get back into playing shape. After playing in the first six games of the season, Anderson has missed the Spurs’ next 39 games with a stress fracture in his right foot.

Former Spurs guard Danny Green scored a game-high 22 points to lead the Bighorns in his first game with them.

Spurs fans will be able to monitor Anderson’s recovery in at least one game this season after Fox Sports Southwest has announced an agreement to telecast five remaining Toros games this season.

The first game on their schedule will be at 7:30 p.m. Thursday when the Toros meet the New Mexico Thunderbirds.

Other games on the schedule include:

Thursday, Feb. 10 — Austin vs. Rio Grande Valley, 7:30 p.m.

Monday, Feb. 21 — Austin at Texas Legends, 7 p.m.

Thursday, March 3 — Austin vs. Texas Legends, 7:30 p.m.

Anderson should be there for at least the first game. I’m anticipating he will remain with the Toros through the weekend before rejoining the Spurs at the start of the Rodeo Road Trip Tuesday night in Portland, although he could return to the Spurs in time to play against Houston Saturday night at the AT&T Center.

[tp2021]

LOL to all the posters who thought that playing for the Toros would somehow ruin him. He obviously is NBA-level talent, and just needs some conditioning with the Toros before he rejoins the big club.

If the teams aren't able to convince the league to let players play for D-league teams past 2 years (maybe 3 or 4), hopefully they can convince them to allow for rehab assignments like this one with JA...except for older players as well.

[DesignatedT]

LOL to all the posters who thought that playing for the Toros would somehow ruin him. He obviously is NBA-level talent, and just needs some conditioning with the Toros before he rejoins the big club.

:lol exactly. this is the perfect situation for him.

[TDMVPDPOY]

never knew lil wayne player for the toros

[Ross Parrot]

The Celtics should send Shaq to the D-league to develop a consistent free-throw % :downspin:

[Blackjack]

Spurs fans will be able to monitor Anderson’s recovery in at least one game this season after Fox Sports Southwest has announced an agreement to telecast five remaining Toros games this season.

The first game on their schedule will be at 7:30 p.m. Thursday when the Toros meet the New Mexico Thunderbirds.

Other games on the schedule include:

Thursday, Feb. 10 — Austin vs. Rio Grande Valley, 7:30 p.m.

Monday, Feb. 21 — Austin at Texas Legends, 7 p.m.

Thursday, March 3 — Austin vs. Texas Legends, 7:30 p.m.

Anderson should be there for at least the first game. I’m anticipating he will remain with the Toros through the weekend before rejoining the Spurs at the start of the Rodeo Road Trip Tuesday night in Portland, although he could return to the Spurs in time to play against Houston Saturday night at the AT&T Center.

:hungry:

[Thompson]

The Celtics should send Shaq to the D-league to develop a consistent free-throw % :downspin:

Shaq would never do it because it would hurt his ego, but I wonder if he practiced the underhand (granny-style) free throw if he would improve his percentage much.

[buttsR4rebounding]

Shaq would never do it because it would hurt his ego, but I wonder if he practiced the underhand (granny-style) free throw if he would improve his percentage much.

I saw an interview with Shaq once where he said he didn't care if could shoot 90% underhanded he would never do it. He had a manly image to protect.

[Bukefal]

Nice, can't wait for him to come back.

And thanks for the futurecast link ElNono I'll definitely watch some Toros games from now on. :toast

[Em-City]

Y'all really need to stop putting an 's' on the end of Cousin!

[SenorSpur]

I saw an interview with Shaq once where he said he didn't care if could shoot 90% underhanded he would never do it. He had a manly image to protect.

Which tells you where his priorities lie. What a dumbass. Rick Barry bent over backwards trying to coach him in that unique style, but he refused to implement it.

[timtonymanu]

Great to hear about Anderson.

Can't wait for his return.

[TD 21]

Could be. At the start of the season he was getting most of his points off of pick and rolls. Lately he's been getting more from face ups and fadeaways. Still really doesn't have much of a post game to speak of, so he might be more of a traditional PF prospect than center -- at least offensively.

How about Mark Blount as a comparison? He was a PF in a C's body. Good shooter. Not athletic or laterally quick enough to guard NBA PF's, though.

That's the problem with Cousin. Pop said as much when they waived him, saying "we have too many centers". Counting Blair, who the Spurs consider to be more of a C in game than a PF, they have three. If McDyess does in fact retire, they'll be down to one true PF, in Bonner. Whoever they bring in will most likely be a PF, who can shoot. Cousin has the jumper, but he can't guard NBA PF's.

[Blackjack]

TD 21, don't you think Blair, Bonner and even Splitter are capable of defending the 4?

If Cousin turns out to be legit, I think there could be a place for him on the roster. It's similar to the rationale I had with IBS, someone capable of defending the 5 and keeping the middle open for a guy like Blair or their penetrators for a few minutes or more.

[TD 21]

TD 21, don't you think Blair, Bonner and even Splitter are capable of defending the 4?

If Cousin turns out to be legit, I think there could be a place for him on the roster. It's similar to the rationale I had with IBS, someone capable of defending the 5 and keeping the middle open for a guy like Blair or their penetrators for a few minutes or more.

Sure. But if McDyess retires, aside from Bonner, not a single other player on this team is a natural PF.

Maybe it changes by next season, but it's clear Pop is reluctant to pair Duncan with Splitter (heaven forbid two guys over 6-9 play simultaneously). He did briefly last game. I could be wrong on this, but I only remember seeing that one other time this season and it was early in the season and utilized briefly.

Defensively, Duncan pretty much strictly guards C's at this point in his career. We, among others, thought Splitter would be a logical fit to guard the Nowitzki's and Gasol's of the world, but it's obvious that Pop views him as almost strictly a C. Against the Lakers, he had him guard Bynum, not Gasol or even Odom, who I think are much better match-ups for him.

My sense is Pop will want another pure four, who can shoot. Tolliver springs to mind. I'm not saying they'll reacquire him necessarily, but someone of that ilk. I can't see them going with a fifth big who's a C.

Based on the composition of this roster over the years, it's clear they'd rather have more PF's than C's and SG's than SF's. I guess their thinking is, they'd rather have to play a PF at C or a SG at SF than the other way around. Which does fit with how the league is trending: smaller and faster.

[silverblackfan]

Sure. But if McDyess retires, aside from Bonner, not a single other player on this team is a natural PF.

Maybe it changes by next season, but it's clear Pop is reluctant to pair Duncan with Splitter (heaven forbid two guys over 6-9 play simultaneously). He did briefly last game. I could be wrong on this, but I only remember seeing that one other time this season and it was early in the season and utilized briefly.

Defensively, Duncan pretty much strictly guards C's at this point in his career. We, among others, thought Splitter would be a logical fit to guard the Nowitzki's and Gasol's of the world, but it's obvious that Pop views him as almost strictly a C. Against the Lakers, he had him guard Bynum, not Gasol or even Odom, who I think are much better match-ups for him.

My sense is Pop will want another pure four, who can shoot. Tolliver springs to mind. I'm not saying they'll reacquire him necessarily, but someone of that ilk. I can't see them going with a fifth big who's a C.

Based on the composition of this roster over the years, it's clear they'd rather have more PF's than C's and SG's than SF's. I guess their thinking is, they'd rather have to play a PF at C or a SG at SF than the other way around. Which does fit with how the league is trending: smaller and faster.


Your right. Splitter and Duncan have shared the floor in 2 games for any significant time. I would love to see more of it, but suspect Pop is phasing this in.

[galvatron3000]

I saw an interview with Shaq once where he said he didn't care if could shoot 90% underhanded he would never do it. He had a manly image to protect.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=68u6bQ-eRaI

So much for his manly "image"

[Blackjack]

Sure. But if McDyess retires, aside from Bonner, not a single other player on this team is a natural PF.

Maybe it changes by next season, but it's clear Pop is reluctant to pair Duncan with Splitter (heaven forbid two guys over 6-9 play simultaneously). He did briefly last game. I could be wrong on this, but I only remember seeing that one other time this season and it was early in the season and utilized briefly.

Defensively, Duncan pretty much strictly guards C's at this point in his career. We, among others, thought Splitter would be a logical fit to guard the Nowitzki's and Gasol's of the world, but it's obvious that Pop views him as almost strictly a C. Against the Lakers, he had him guard Bynum, not Gasol or even Odom, who I think are much better match-ups for him.

My sense is Pop will want another pure four, who can shoot. Tolliver springs to mind. I'm not saying they'll reacquire him necessarily, but someone of that ilk. I can't see them going with a fifth big who's a C.

Based on the composition of this roster over the years, it's clear they'd rather have more PF's than C's and SG's than SF's. I guess their thinking is, they'd rather have to play a PF at C or a SG at SF than the other way around. Which does fit with how the league is trending: smaller and faster.

Fair enough; using what you believe to be Pop's logic. I personally believe Blair is a 4 and will continue trending in that direction.

I guess we'll see if the Duncan-Splitter pairing has any kind of future once Tiago's legitimately broken into the rotation. But I can certainly see your reasoning given what we've seen thus far.

[Blackjack]

James Anderson makes Toros debut
By D'Ann Faught - TorosNation.com (http://www.torosnation.com/)

http://www.torosnation.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/TOROS-BBALL-2-300x200.jpg

One of the benefits of the NBA D-League is that the fans get a sneak peek at some talent of the future. Attendees to the Austin Toros morning game on Wednesday got a special treat when James Anderson, the San Antonio Spurs 2010 first-round draft pick, suited up for the Toros in a conditioning stint.

James Anderson was drafted 20th overall this year by the San Antonio Spurs from Oklahoma State. The 6’6” guard from Oklahoma State started off a promising season in San Antonio, averaging 7 points per game and converting on 50% of his three-point attempts. Unfortunately for the Spurs, Anderson was sidelined in mid-November with a stress fracture in his fifth metatarsal. The injury required surgery and has kept Anderson on the bench since November.

After rumors had been swirling for over a week, James Anderson was finally assigned to the Austin Toros to get some game time in the D-League before his return to San Antonio. Good news for Spurs fans? Anderson looked strong in his debut during the Toros win today, getting 11:35 of playing time and scoring 12 points for the victors.

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[TD 21]

Fair enough; using what you believe to be Pop's logic. I personally believe Blair is a 4 and will continue trending in that direction.

I guess we'll see if the Duncan-Splitter pairing has any kind of future once Tiago's legitimately broken into the rotation. But I can certainly see your reasoning given what we've seen thus far.

Blair is developing into a four. That's definitely his long term position (and what this team needs him to be, with Duncan/Splitter at the five), as he's too small to be a five, save for in select match-ups. But in terms of his game, he's really between positions.

It comes down to balance, more than anything. If McDyess retires, they'll be left with two fives, one four and one four and a half. Naturally, another four would balance it out.

We and a lot of the fans look at it and go "why can't Splitter, at times, play the four next to Duncan and they bring in another big who's 6-11 or up to replace McDyess?". But I think the front office would prefer to have more mobility and defensive versatility than someone like Cousins, even if it means having a 6-8 or 6-9 guy over a 6-11 or 7-0 guy. It wouldn't be surprising, seeing as how they haven't exactly valued size in recent years.

[ChumpDumper]

Well, the one D-League guy who fits the Spurs' PF needs on paper is Sean Williams, who is playing pretty well in Frisco these days. Of course, he's a head case -- but a head case that can be kicked to the curb in ten days. Maybe Pat Ewing Jr., though I wonder why he got traded to Sioux Falls recently.

[SenorSpur]

Well, the one D-League guy who fits the Spurs' PF needs on paper is Sean Williams, who is playing pretty well in Frisco these days. Of course, he's a head case -- but a head case that can be kicked to the curb in ten days. Maybe Pat Ewing Jr., though I wonder why he got traded to Sioux Falls recently.

I hear that Joe Alexander is tearing it up for the Legends too. The Mavs are really, really high on him and, while it may be hyperbole, they're calling him one of the best 2 players in the entire D-League. They wanted to call him up a few weeks ago. The choice came down between him and Sasha Pavlovic. They signed Pavlovic instead.

[ChuckD]

I hear that Joe Alexander is tearing it up for the Legends too. The Mavs are really, really high on him and, while it may be hyperbole, they're calling him one of the best 2 players in the entire D-League. They wanted to call him up a few weeks ago. The choice came down between him and Sasha Pavlovic. They signed Pavlovic instead.

Joe Alexander was just buckets of fail in a couple of years in the NBA. As a lottery pick, he lost the SF job in Milwaukee to a second rounder with no offensive game. He's athletic, and can shoot some, but really doesn't seem to understand the game in any meaningful way. A perfect Maverick if ever there was one. :lol

[ChumpDumper]

I hear that Joe Alexander is tearing it up for the Legends too. The Mavs are really, really high on him and, while it may be hyperbole, they're calling him one of the best 2 players in the entire D-League. They wanted to call him up a few weeks ago. The choice came down between him and Sasha Pavlovic. They signed Pavlovic instead.Joe's numbers are a bit inflated since he plays so many minutes, but he is playing well since he moved to power forward.

[Blackjack]

Joe's numbers are a bit inflated since he plays so many minutes, but he is playing well since he moved to power forward.

Got to see a couple of their games and both he and Williams impressed, though more in the case of Alexander -- Williams always seems to impress the fact that he's an extremely talented player and knucklehead, so I pretty much know what to expect.

But Alexander is just baffling. He's a great athlete. He's got great size. He can really shoot the ball. He plays hard and physically -- and none of that has been able to translate the way it should.

He's either going to be one of the most perplexing wastes of talent or it's going to click for him one day and he'll become a quality player. I mean, could Michael Beasley have found the one player on Earth that has a lower BBIQ than him?

[jjktkk]

Got to see a couple of their games and both he and Williams impressed, though more in the case of Alexander -- Williams always seems to impress the fact that he's an extremely talented player and knucklehead, so I pretty much know what to expect.

But Alexander is just baffling. He's a great athlete. He's got great size. He can really shoot the ball. He plays hard and physically -- and none of that has been able to translate the way it should.

He's either going to be one of the most perplexing wastes of talent or it's going to click for him one day and he'll become a quality player. I mean, could Michael Beasley have found the one player on Earth that has a lower BBIQ than him?

Alexander's case is pretty weird imo. I watched him play in his last year at WV and thought this guy was gonna be really good in the league, although he was kinda of a one year wonder. I didn't see any warning that his bbiq was lacking. He still has a chance to get back in the NBA, but don't know if his desire is there.

[Blackjack]

I didn't get the impression his BBIQ was lacking from what I saw of him in college but I also haven't seen a lack of desire or intensity when I saw him get time at the NBA level.

That's why it's baffling to me. There isn't any reason for him to not be an NBA-level player if it's not between the ears. Maybe it's not IQ but off the court or immaturity? I haven't a clue.

But it just doesn't add up unless there's something working against him upstairs.

[objective]

Toros should be on tonight on FSSW

[ace3g]

yes it is, and if you don't have that , watch it online here http://www.nba.com/dleague/, click futurecast on the upper right corner

[Trimble87]

We, among others, thought Splitter would be a logical fit to guard the Nowitzki's and Gasol's of the world, but it's obvious that Pop views him as almost strictly a C. Against the Lakers, he had him guard Bynum, not Gasol or even Odom, who I think are much better match-ups for him.

I noticed that as well and my only explanation is Pop is trying to get Splitter adjusted to the size and strength of the NBA compared to the euro leagues. I believe thats a big reason he plays Tiago at C offensively as well. He has to learn to adjust his offensive and defensive play styles to fit the much more athletic NBA, and playing at center gives him that experience more so than PF. I wouldn't necessarily take this as a sign of how Pop will play him in the future.

Its really hard to judge what we're going to get out of Splitter in the years to come based on the small amount of PT and extremely limited roll so far.

[ohmwrecker]

Sure. But if McDyess retires, aside from Bonner, not a single other player on this team is a natural PF.

Not sure what you mean by "natural", but it seems to me that the Spurs have 3 power forwards, 1 small forward who plays center, 1 small forward who doesn't want to play power forward and a center who insists on being called a power forward.

[ace3g]

tip off is in a few minutes

[ace3g]

JA comes off a screen and misses a 3 for the first shot of the game

[ace3g]

JA misses another 3, Thunderbirds up 6-0 early

[ace3g]

Cousin with the nice block, leads to Thomas lay up

[ace3g]

They just mentioned he had a stress fracture when he played at OSU, anyone know if it was the same foot?

[trollt]

Anderson a few careless errors handling the ball early on, kinda like he wasn't paying attention. Still, the jumper looks smooth, he's competing defensively, & moving well without the ball

[SpursRulez4eVeR]

nice hang time there, and-1

[TD 21]

Not sure what you mean by "natural", but it seems to me that the Spurs have 3 power forwards, 1 small forward who plays center, 1 small forward who doesn't want to play power forward and a center who insists on being called a power forward.

Someone who can shoot and defend power forwards. Only McDyess and Bonner can do both on this team. Duncan is a center now, due to his declining mobility and the growing league-wide trend of going smaller and faster.

The Spurs have two fives (Duncan and Splitter), two fours (McDyess and Bonner) and one four and a half (Blair).

SF who plays C? You mean Bonner? Bonner is strictly a PF. I have no idea why people refer to him as a PF/C. Jefferson is a true SF, so I could see why he wouldn't want to play PF against guys like Aldridge, which he was doing last season. I think that's what he's getting at with preferring not to play PF. When it's Anthony playing PF, I think he understands the logic in him playing PF.

[benefactor]

Hey...was that ChumpDumper? :lol

[benefactor]

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q45/gospelrapper/thedumper.jpg

"Shit...someone is going to post this on Spurstalk."

[ace3g]

JA hits a 3, 10 pts

[ace3g]

another 3 for JA, 14 pts

[cd98]

His defense not too good. He's turned it over a bit. But those threes were smooth.

[Em-City]

does anderson look out of shape fitness-wise?

[benefactor]

His defense not too good. He's turned it over a bit. But those threes were smooth.
I'm sure it's hard to be dialed all the way in when you are just there to get in shape. His shot looks great and thats all that really matters. The defense will improve when he gets back with the team.

[trollt]

nice to put a face to the handle. I assume that's Chump jr. (on the far right) I can see the resemblance.

[toki9]

does anderson look out of shape fitness-wise?

He's probably not quite in NBA hoops shape. He also didn't look like he was trying too hard on "D". Looked kind of lackadaisical at times out there.

[ohmwrecker]

Someone who can shoot and defend power forwards. Only McDyess and Bonner can do both on this team. Duncan is a center now, due to his declining mobility and the growing league-wide trend of going smaller and faster.

The Spurs have two fives (Duncan and Splitter), two fours (McDyess and Bonner) and one four and a half (Blair).

SF who plays C? You mean Bonner? Bonner is strictly a PF. I have no idea why people refer to him as a PF/C. Jefferson is a true SF, so I could see why he wouldn't want to play PF against guys like Aldridge, which he was doing last season. I think that's what he's getting at with preferring not to play PF. When it's Anthony playing PF, I think he understands the logic in him playing PF.

Duncan is good enough to play either position, but he is really the only center on the team. Splitter seems more like a power forward. He is not skilled enough to be considered a center. Although, there are very few players who currently play the position and fit the definition. McDyess and Blair are power forwards. Bonner has the skill set of a small forward without the athletic ability. He doesn't rebound, block shots or exhibit much of a post up game.
I agree about Jefferson. I think he is fine at the four if he is matched up against a small four.

When I think of a center, I think of Howard, Bogut, Duncan, Gasol, etc. A defensive anchor, someone who runs the offense with the point, alters shots, scores in the paint, creates space . . .

[ChumpDumper]

Hey...was that ChumpDumper? :lolWasn't at the game tonight.

[cd98]

His defense was sloppy, but probably b/c of fatigue. Same with his dribble penetration, which resulted in some turnovers. His jumper was smooth, even when contested.

[Em-City]

How did Cousin play??

[TD 21]

Duncan is good enough to play either position, but he is really the only center on the team. Splitter seems more like a power forward. He is not skilled enough to be considered a center. Although, there are very few players who currently play the position and fit the definition. McDyess and Blair are power forwards. Bonner has the skill set of a small forward without the athletic ability. He doesn't rebound, block shots or exhibit much of a post up game.
I agree about Jefferson. I think he is fine at the four if he is matched up against a small four.

When I think of a center, I think of Howard, Bogut, Duncan, Gasol, etc. A defensive anchor, someone who runs the offense with the point, alters shots, scores in the paint, creates space . . .

It's not about whether he's "good enough", it's the fact that he's not mobile enough in most cases anymore.

Splitter, like a lot of C's today, was drafted as more of a PF. But in today's game, he's more of a C than a PF. He is mobile enough to guard a lot of PF's, though. Not skilled enough to be considered a C? As if playing C involves more skill than PF.

McDyess is a prototypical PF.

Blair is becoming a PF. Clearly, that's his long term primary position, because of his lack of height. But he still doesn't quite have the game of a PF. He's trending in that direction, though.

Bonner, if this were 10-15 years ago, would probably be more of an SF than a PF, like Matt Bullard. In today's game, he's strictly a PF.

Exactly. Jefferson can be a small ball PF, what he can't be is a PF against the vast majority of true PF's. The odd one, who's undersized and not overpowering, like West, he can guard in stretches.

I think of the same thing when I think of a C. Duncan and Gasol are not true C's, but again, the way the game is played today, they're C's. The only reason Gasol doesn't play strictly C, like Duncan, is because he plays with one of the top few true C's in the league.

[Cant_Be_Faded]

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q45/gospelrapper/thedumper.jpg

"Shit...someone is going to post this on Spurstalk."

rofl
i don't know if it is him but now you've forced me to think of that dude's expression every time i see a chumpdumper post :lmao

[TimDunkem]

Not skilled enough to be considered a C? As if playing C involves more skill than PF.

Yeah, that was an odd comment. All one needs to do is look at a couple of rosters to see that the more technically "skilled" players are the ones manning the PF position.

[Blackjack]

Liked what I saw. :tu

All you look for in these assignments are that the guy's moving well and playing without fear. Between the transition dunk and the tipping back his own missed layup with a quick second jump, I'm very encouraged -- and he had absolutely no intention of playing any D or mixing it up all that much (something I'm sure were marching orders from Pop).

[MaNu4Tres]

Liked what I saw. :tu

All you look for in these assignments are that the guy's moving well and playing without fear. Between the transition dunk and the tipping back his own missed layup with a quick second jump, I'm very encouraged -- and he had absolutely no intention of playing any D or mixing it up all that much (something I'm sure were marching orders from Pop).

Good to hear :tu

[Darkwaters]

http://www.nba.com/dleague/games/20110127/NMXAUS/gameinfo.html?ls=gt2hp2021000205

Box score from the last game.

[Fireball]

17 points in 16 minutes sound pretty good ... can't wait to have him back on the team and see if he continues to shoot a high % from three

[Mal]

What can u tell me about Beal. He used to play in my town in September and October, but he sucked badly.

[ohmwrecker]

It's not about whether he's "good enough", it's the fact that he's not mobile enough in most cases anymore.

Splitter, like a lot of C's today, was drafted as more of a PF. But in today's game, he's more of a C than a PF. He is mobile enough to guard a lot of PF's, though. Not skilled enough to be considered a C? As if playing C involves more skill than PF.

I think of the same thing when I think of a C. Duncan and Gasol are not true C's, but again, the way the game is played today, they're C's. The only reason Gasol doesn't play strictly C, like Duncan, is because he plays with one of the top few true C's in the league.



Yeah, that was an odd comment. All one needs to do is look at a couple of rosters to see that the more technically "skilled" players are the ones manning the PF position.

In today's game the line between PF and C is blurred certainly. Amare Stoudamire is a perfect example.
Traditionally, the center is exactly that . . . the focal point of the offense and the defensive anchor. When I say "skill" I am referring to the aspect of a position that works with the point to set up the plays and someone who the offense revolves around.
I didn't say Splitter wasn't "good enough". Nobody knows how good he will be right now. Splitter has shown flashes of those requirements (passing, defensive anchoring, etc.) but, in my opinion, he hasn't shown the full skill set (spacing, effective shot altering, running the offense, a solid offensive post game) that defines a true center.

[ChumpDumper]

What can u tell me about Beal. He used to play in my town in September and October, but he sucked badly.He's only been ok, but the bar for backup point guards in the D-League is depressingly low. He's the third guy they've tried at that spot, and it looks like he'll stick for now. There is still a huge dropoff in the offense when Squeaky is out; they often play him alongside Beal.

[Mal]

He's only been ok, but the bar for backup point guards in the D-League is depressingly low. He's the third guy they've tried at that spot, and it looks like he'll stick for now. There is still a huge dropoff in the offense when Squeaky is out; they often play him alongside Beal.

He went to Sopot, as Mr. Consistency" or "Mr. Steadiness" , but neither of this I saw. He was completly unprepared to play basketball on higher level. He`s young, he has some sort of talent, maybe he just hit the wall, and now is trying to bounce back.

As far as I can, I will have eye on his development.:toast

[Spurs Brazil]

They just mentioned he had a stress fracture when he played at OSU, anyone know if it was the same foot?

It was on the other foot. There's an article on EN about this just after he got injured. I'll try to find

[ace3g]

It was on the other foot. There's an article on EN about this just after he got injured. I'll try to find

Thanks, I guess I failed to hear that when the injury news first came out, glad it isn't the same foot.

[Blackjack]

Q&A with Spurs' James Anderson
By Jeff Garcia

CEDAR PARK, TX - After appearing in six games for the San Antonio Spurs, rookie James Anderson suffered a right foot injury setting back a fantastic start to his NBA career.

After rehabbing his foot, the Spurs sent Anderson to their D-League affiliate, the Austin Toros, to begin getting back into game shape before heading back to the Spurs.

I caught up with Anderson, who finished with 17 points in limited action last night, before the tip-off of last night's Toros-New Mexico Thunderbirds game and we spoke about his Toros debut, how his foot is feeling and much more.

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[#2!]

Q&A with Spurs' James Anderson
By Jeff Garcia

CEDAR PARK, TX - After appearing in six games for the San Antonio Spurs, rookie James Anderson suffered a right foot injury setting back a fantastic start to his NBA career.

After rehabbing his foot, the Spurs sent Anderson to their D-League affiliate, the Austin Toros, to begin getting back into game shape before heading back to the Spurs.

I caught up with Anderson, who finished with 17 points in limited action last night, before the tip-off of last night's Toros-New Mexico Thunderbirds game and we spoke about his Toros debut, how his foot is feeling and much more.

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That is a nice little interview; a kind of James Anderson refresher/primer. The best part about his game to me was the energy and alertness Anderson talked about on the defensive end. I can't say it with the amount of personal knowledge Pop may have about Anderson, but JA is a guy who Poppovich would break out the "he gets it" line for.

[Mark in Austin]

Just bought tickets for Saturday's nooner. Going to stop at TacoDeli on Mopac & Duval on the way. Popeye breakfast taco w/ ham & jalapenos = :tu

[urunobili]

I can't wait to see him perform with the big boys again! is it confirmed he's going to RRT?

[duncan228]

is it confirmed he's going to RRT?

The latest from Tim Griffin, on Wednesday:


I’m anticipating he will remain with the Toros through the weekend before rejoining the Spurs at the start of the Rodeo Road Trip Tuesday night in Portland, although he could return to the Spurs in time to play against Houston Saturday night at the AT&T Center.

http://blog.mysanantonio.com/spursnation/2011/01/26/anderson-has-strong-debut-with-toros/

[ChuckD]

Pop being Pop, I think he leaves him in Austin through the two weekend games, rather than pulling him back after 28 minutes of d-league game time to play NBA time this Saturday.

They played him 12 and 16 minutes his first two games, so maybe something like B2B 20s on Saturday and Sunday, a day off Monday, and Tuesday to Portland!

[spurs1990]

Just bought tickets for Saturday's nooner. Going to stop at TacoDeli on Mopac & Duval on the way. Popeye breakfast taco w/ ham & jalapenos = :tu

Man that Taco Deli looks good from what I saw on their website.

Send them east if you can.

[angelbelow]

Looks like hes recovering nicely.

[Darkwaters]

Pop being Pop, I think he leaves him in Austin through the two weekend games, rather than pulling him back after 28 minutes of d-league game time to play NBA time this Saturday.

They played him 12 and 16 minutes his first two games, so maybe something like B2B 20s on Saturday and Sunday, a day off Monday, and Tuesday to Portland!

Agreed. I think he plays four games in Austin and then comes back in time for the road trip.

[ChumpDumper]

Reminder: game starts at noon today. Futurecast video link @ http://www.nba.com/dleague.

I'll be there today, so you can try to pick me out if you're into that kind of thing.

[polandprzem]

Reminder: game starts at noon today. Futurecast video link @ http://www.nba.com/dleague.

I'll be there today, so you can try to pick me out if you're into that kind of thing.

I can pick you apart

[EricD]

Reminder: game starts at noon today. Futurecast video link @ http://www.nba.com/dleague.

I'll be there today, so you can try to pick me out if you're into that kind of thing.

No really?

All hail ST's Chris Sheridan of the D-League.

:worthy:

Hey Chump, you think Cooh-zan can start for the Spurs next year?

[TDMVPDPOY]

watchin atm, hope he gets more then 20min of action

[TDMVPDPOY]

lol the jumping castle in the background

[Fpoonsie]

:lol

Toros comin out haaaaaaaawwwwwwwt!

[Fpoonsie]

So, wait, is Anderson not on the bench today?

[ChuckD]

Looks like Anderson's not playing or on the roster today? Hmmmm. Maybe Pop and the Spurs have seen what they needed to.

[TDMVPDPOY]

whose the asian guy on the torros bench with the coaches? whats his job? assist coach?

or one of them clowns that records down every stat possession? i got a friend who does that for a bettin agency

[ChuckD]

Per box score, he's not there.

[Fpoonsie]

Per box score, he's not there.

...aaaaaaand *red corner box click*

[xellos88330]

interesting development here.... i was watching the game trying to get a good look at the bench and couldn't see him.

[NASpurs]

With Gary Neal out injured, do you guys think he was called back to the Spurs?

[ChuckD]

With Gary Neal out injured, do you guys think he was called back to the Spurs?

Gary Neal is not "out". He's listed as probable.

[SenorSpur]

With Gary Neal out injured, do you guys think he was called back to the Spurs?

That's what I'm thinking, as I'm also watching the Toros telecast and don't see any sign of Anderson whatsoever.

This would make sense - especially if Neal is iffy tonight versus the Rockets.

[NASpurs]

Gary Neal is not "out". He's listed as probable.

This is Pop we're talking about. Any little injury and a player is out.

[DesignatedT]

This is Pop we're talking about. Any little injury and a player is out.

Not necessarily. Duncan went down and came back in the 2nd half. It's up to Gary if he can play or not. If he doesn't it will be his choice.

[ChuckD]

This is Pop we're talking about. Any little injury and a player is out.


Matt Bonner (sore right knee) set to miss 7th straight game tonight vs. HOU. Gary Neal (sore left knee) is considered probable.

http://twitter.com/JMcDonald_SAEN

[NASpurs]

Not necessarily. Duncan went down and came back in the 2nd half. It's up to Gary if he can play or not. If he doesn't it will be his choice.

Well Duncan is the exception to the rule. Pop knows it's a long season and he doesn't like to risk it. He's very conservative when it comes to injuries which he should be.

[ChuckD]

Gary Neal took a little tumble out of bounds. Anderson had a stress fracture in his foot. Who do you think Pop is more likely to be conservative with? Anderson appears to be on his way back from Austin for this game. If that's the case, Neal can certainly play.

[NASpurs]

@ChuckD, I've already read that today, what's your point? If Gary Neal isn't needed today, he won't play him. He's done it like that for a long time now.

[SenorSpur]

If Anderson is truly ready to go and has indeed been called back, then the timing is perfect in that Pop can really afford to be ultra-conversative with Neal.

[ChuckD]

@ChuckD, I've already read that today, what's your point? If Gary Neal isn't needed today, he won't play him. He's done it like that for a long time now.

Anderson isn't game ready enough to take Neal's minutes, and with Bonner still out, Neal plays.

[SenorSpur]

Anderson isn't game ready enough to take Neal's minutes, and with Bonner still out, Neal plays.

True. Though, I think the benefit of having Anderson back means Pop will not have to lean as much on Neal, who has been playing slightly more minutes than usual, in the absence of Bonner.

[ChuckD]

True. Though, I think the benefit of having Anderson back means Pop will not have to lean as much on Neal, who has been playing slightly more minutes than usual, in the absence of Bonner.

Oh, yeah, Neal will probably have his minutes dialed back, but I think that was going to happen anyway. He's been averaging about 25 since Bonner went out. I think Pop will probably portion that to Neal 15 and Anderson 10 to start with. Eventually, Anderson will scavenge a few from RJ and Manu when he gets in full on game shape. With the B2Bs coming up, Manu's really going to need his minutes managed.

[polandprzem]

I can't watch it :(

[Blackjack]

HE'S BAAA-AAACK! (http://twitter.com/#!/DMikkaylaG/status/31433716454658048) :elephant

[timtonymanu]

Fuckin awesome!!!!

[polandprzem]

Interesting


Neal out - Anderson in

[Agloco]

HE'S BAAA-AAACK! (http://twitter.com/#!/DMikkaylaG/status/31433716454658048) :elephant

Hell yeah. :flag:

[EricB]

Great last in person game till April 6th :depressed

[ChuckD]

Interesting


Neal out - Anderson in

Neal is NOT OUT. WTF?

He's listed as probable. If you were any more likely to play, you wouldn't be listed at all

[Tp9gospursgo]

I would love to see Anderson out there tonight. He was doing great til he got injured. Hopefully he doesnt miss a beat.

[polandprzem]

Neal is NOT OUT. WTF?

He's listed as probable. If you were any more likely to play, you wouldn't be listed at all

Chill


Anderson would not be called if Neal was 100% - that's what I meant

[Tp9gospursgo]

http://projectspurs.com/


It appears James Anderson's rehab stint with the Austin Toros was shorter than expected.

Mikkayla Guillett of Toros Nation is at the Cedar Park Center covering the Toros-Thunderbirds game and spoke to trainer Dice Yamaguchi about Anderson's absence from the bench tonight.

Yes you read that correctly. Anderson who had been rehabbing an injury with the Austin Toros for the past few days was present during warm-ups and seemed to be doing well. By tip-off Anderson was missing from the bench. At half-time it was confirmed by the Toros trainer Dice Yamaguchi that Anderson was driving back to San Antonio for tonight’s game.

Anderson averaged 14.5 points and 2 rebounds in 14 minutes per game in his two-game stint in Austin. After watching both games, it appears he's having no problems on offense, but his defense and lateral quickness is not where it was before his injury and he'll still need more time to work on his conditioning before he is back in game shape.

Toros coach Brad Jones noted on Thursday night that Anderson seemed tired after an increase in minutes. While he will be available for tonight's game against the Rockets, the Spurs will likely start him off with about ten minutes of playing time and gradually reduce it every game.

Jeff Garcia and I will be covering tonight's game and will monitor Anderson's progress while he trades out his Toros #33 for his Spurs #25 jersey.

[Blackjack]

Anderson recalled by Spurs
By Michael A. De Leon - Project Spurs

http://www.nba.com/media/act_james_anderson.jpg

It appears James Anderson's rehab stint with the Austin Toros was shorter than expected.

Mikkayla Guillett of Toros Nation is at the Cedar Park Center covering the Toros-Thunderbirds game and spoke to trainer Dice Yamaguchi about Anderson's absence from the bench tonight.

Yes you read that correctly. Anderson who had been rehabbing an injury with the Austin Toros for the past few days was present during warm-ups and seemed to be doing well. By tip-off Anderson was missing from the bench. At half-time it was confirmed by the Toros trainer Dice Yamaguchi that Anderson was driving back to San Antonio for tonight’s game.

Anderson averaged 14.5 points and 2 rebounds in 14 minutes per game in his two-game stint in Austin. After watching both games, it appears he's having no problems on offense, but his defense and lateral quickness is not where it was before his injury and he'll still need more time to work on his conditioning before he is back in game shape.

Toros coach Brad Jones noted on Thursday night that Anderson seemed tired after an increase in minutes. While he will be available for tonight's game against the Rockets, the Spurs will likely start him off with about ten minutes of playing time and gradually reduce it every game.

Jeff Garcia and I will be covering tonight's game and will monitor Anderson's progress while he trades out his Toros #33 for his Spurs #25 jersey.

Toros Trainer, Dice Yamaguchi, confirms Anderson on his way back to San Antonio (Video) (http://www.torosnation.com/2011/01/james-anderson-set-to-play-against-rockets-tonight/).

[Tp9gospursgo]

Anderson recalled by Spurs
By Michael A. De Leon - Project Spurs

http://www.nba.com/media/act_james_anderson.jpg

It appears James Anderson's rehab stint with the Austin Toros was shorter than expected.

Mikkayla Guillett of Toros Nation is at the Cedar Park Center covering the Toros-Thunderbirds game and spoke to trainer Dice Yamaguchi about Anderson's absence from the bench tonight.

Yes you read that correctly. Anderson who had been rehabbing an injury with the Austin Toros for the past few days was present during warm-ups and seemed to be doing well. By tip-off Anderson was missing from the bench. At half-time it was confirmed by the Toros trainer Dice Yamaguchi that Anderson was driving back to San Antonio for tonight’s game.

Anderson averaged 14.5 points and 2 rebounds in 14 minutes per game in his two-game stint in Austin. After watching both games, it appears he's having no problems on offense, but his defense and lateral quickness is not where it was before his injury and he'll still need more time to work on his conditioning before he is back in game shape.

Toros coach Brad Jones noted on Thursday night that Anderson seemed tired after an increase in minutes. While he will be available for tonight's game against the Rockets, the Spurs will likely start him off with about ten minutes of playing time and gradually reduce it every game.

Jeff Garcia and I will be covering tonight's game and will monitor Anderson's progress while he trades out his Toros #33 for his Spurs #25 jersey.

Toros Trainer, Dice Yamaguchi, confirms Anderson on his way back to San Antonio (Video) (http://www.torosnation.com/2011/01/james-anderson-set-to-play-against-rockets-tonight/).

First. :hat

[Blackjack]

First. :hat

Bastard . . . :downspin:

[crc21209]

HE'S BAAA-AAACK! (http://twitter.com/#!/DMikkaylaG/status/31433716454658048) :elephant

Hell yeah! :tu

[polandprzem]

Mustard . . . :downspin:

[Blackjack]

Somebody's hungry . . . :hungry:

[NASpurs]

So how long before the impending "late breaking" new thread of Anderson playing tonight is created? I give it +/- 10 minutes.

Anyway I'm happy JA is back. "JA for threeeeee" has been missed in the game threads.

[Blackjack]

So how long before the impending "late breaking" new thread of Anderson playing tonight is created? I give it +/- 10 minutes.

Anyway I'm happy JA is back. "JA for threeeeee" has been missed in the game threads.

I'm surprised it hadn't happened already, tbh. I thought to start a new one when I got the news but decided against it -- thinking I'd be depriving someone of their ability to start a redundant, duplicate thread.

[polandprzem]

I'm surprised it hadn't happened already, tbh. I thought to start a new one when I got the news but decided against it -- thinking I'd be depriving someone of their ability to start a redundant, duplicate thread.

We are talking about phenomenon on ST where at least 92% of threads should not be started at all.

Now you are thinking if to start a new one with breaking news :)

[Cane]

There is no spoon for Mr. Anderson! :toast

[Blackjack]

We are talking about phenomenon on ST where at least 92% of threads should not be started at all.

Now you are thinking if to start a new one with breaking news :)

You have a great way about bringing perspective.

I take full responsibility. I blame myself for allowing this to be . . .

[NASpurs]

I'm surprised it hadn't happened already, tbh. I thought to start a new one when I got the news but decided against it -- thinking I'd be depriving someone of their ability to start a redundant, duplicate thread.

ST is all about redundant, duplicate threads. Yours would be in a sea of redundancy yet would be unique in that it offers new information for the people that don't bother clicking this thread thinking it's talking about Anderson playing for the Toros.

[polandprzem]

:fight

[Blackjack]

ST is all about redundant, duplicate threads. Yours would be in a sea of redundancy yet would be unique in that it offers new information for the people that don't bother clicking this thread thinking it's talking about Anderson playing for the Toros.

Check the time stamp on edgar. :lol

Like I said, I blame myself . . .

[urunobili]

:danceclub:danceclub:danceclub
:chestbump:chestbump:chestbump
:huddle::huddle::huddle:

[urunobili]

so why is poland fucking with Cry and Black? :wtf

[NASpurs]

edgar couldn't resist. I feel like posting a

"Already posted

http://www.spurstalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=171134&page=9"

response in that thread.

[polandprzem]

so why is poland fucking with Cry and Black? :wtf

I'm not fucking with anybody :lol


ppl chill


Black knows my stuff. I like to do crazy shit.



Cry?
Cry is crying about I don't even know what.
I posted my opinion and he became to talk about totally different stuff.
I don't care I just having fun

[Blackjack]

so why is poland fucking with Cry and Black? :wtf

I can't speak to Havoc but if there's ever any question as to whether poland or myself are being serious, safe bet we ain't.

It's all in fun. ;)

[edgar]

I do it for kicks and giggles.. As funny as you all make newbs out to be for duplicating and creating useless threads, it is the so called "common sense" and/or "vets" that allow for such parody to indulge others like us in laughter. For that I thank you.