Believe in Manu Ginobili

[benefactor]

The Finals are coming.

He is coming.

http://img.pandawhale.com/post-19905-Manu-Ginobili-3-pointer-game-w-nRJr.gif

Take us to five, Supermanu.

[timtonymanu]

:tu

[davidbowie]

he's gonna have the series of his life

[tony77]

I believe

[Libri]

I hope he doesn't bring his twin Turnobili, tbh.

[ElNono]

http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lijn929TOr1qacsi9o1_500.jpg

[DAF86]

Shoot it Manu, just shoot it.

[dallasmaverickslose]

The Finals are coming.

He is coming.

http://img.pandawhale.com/post-19905-Manu-Ginobili-3-pointer-game-w-nRJr.gif

Take us to five, Supermanu.

Changed my avatar to Manu just because.

[Floyd Pacquiao]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57gGBJbFE3Q&feature=youtube_gdata_player


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WEYVtU--QVo&feature=youtube_gdata_player

one more manu

Believe

[benefactor]

http://cdn2.sbnation.com/imported_assets/1593961/manuslam_medium.gif

[Spur|n|Austin]

http://cdn2.sbnation.com/imported_assets/1593961/manuslam_medium.gif

I love how Tmac sat back like "dayumm!".

[Yuixafun]

Bogut's help D lol... he just barely starts to gather himself then is like.. aww fuck it.

[benefactor]

http://thebiglead.fantasysportsven.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/manu-nutmeg-prince-1.gif

[Budkin]

2005 Manu... one last time.

[Chinook]

Damned straight. People talk so much about Wade showing up and how Miami will be unbeatable if that happens. But I'd take Supermanu over 100% Wade any day. He's healthy enough to have a big impact. Let's hope the ten days of rest will make him even better.

[Budkin]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57gGBJbFE3Q&feature=youtube_gdata_player


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WEYVtU--QVo&feature=youtube_gdata_player

one more manu

Believe

Chills...

[DPG21920]

I don't trust him at all. I want to believe in him, but he's played too poorly for too long for me to thing he turns it around consistently. I don't doubt his desire, just his physical abilities at this point. Here's to him stepping up.

[SA210]

#20 will prove haters wrong :flag:

[capek]

A return of vintage Manu in the finals would be one of the greatest moments in my Spurs fandom (assuming we win the series of course). One can only hope. :toast

[TDfan2007]

Probably not going to happen. There is a long list of things that will probably happen before SuperManu shows up:

-Timmy drops 25 and 15 throughout the first two games and the Spurs split
-Lebron shoots under 45%
-Tony Parker figures out the pick and roll traps
-Danny Green continues his hot streak
-Matt Bonner hits a meaningful 3
-Tiago outplays Bosh
-Battier fined for a flop

[dallasmaverickslose]

Probably not going to happen. There is a long list of things that will probably happen before SuperManu shows up:

-Timmy drops 25 and 15 throughout the first two games and the Spurs split
-Lebron shoots under 45%
-Tony Parker figures out the pick and roll traps
-Danny Green continues his hot streak
-Matt Bonner hits a meaningful 3
-Tiago outplays Bosh
-Battier fined for a flop

Or you could just believe

[therealtruth]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57gGBJbFE3Q&feature=youtube_gdata_player


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WEYVtU--QVo&feature=youtube_gdata_player

one more manu

Believe

You conveniently left out games 3-5 where he didn't play as well.

[Spurs21Fan4Ever]

He will be huge this series, and also believe that it won't be his last appearance in the Finals! Spurs win this year and go for the repeat next year!!!

[Floyd Pacquiao]

You conveniently left out games 3-5 where he didn't play as well.
Shut the fuck up :rolleyes

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ETUdvRMAfcA&feature=youtube_gdata_player

[DespЏrado]

I want to believe in Manu. I absolutely know Manu can play his best basketball in the biggest of games. I know he has more desire than most of the Heat players combined. And I know he is going to give his all on this (possibly) last title run.
That could be enough for some vintage Super Manu moments. If anyone can will a big game out of an aging body it's got to be Manu. Do it Manu.

[manufan10]

He said that the break has allowed him to feel the healthiest he's felt all season, so I believe.

[DespЏrado]

He said that the break has allowed him to feel the healthiest he's felt all season, so I believe.

That's kick ass news. This series will be a million times better if he can play the way he was born to play.

[Mugen]

JustPlayWadetoaDrawManu.gif

[Das Texan]

if manu actually is healthy or as healty as he says he is right now, then the spurs might actually have a chance in this fucking series.

[moisaenz]

I would be comfortable with seeing 2009 manu..

[Kool Bob Love]

Shut the fuck up :rolleyes


:rollin:lol:rollin You asshole.

[SpurOutofTownFan]

Watching those videos never gets old. They robbed manu of his MVP in 2005

[crc21209]

I find it interesting that both Duncan and Parker have said that they think Manu has been "coasting" and saving himself for a possible moment like this. I think he's capable of having a huge Finals series. I don't necessarily mean scoring the ball, but his playmaking could be huge in this Finals series. I'd run ALOT of pick and roll with him and Tiago with shooters out on the 3 point line. One thing is for sure, with all the talk about this being the last possible trip to the Finals with this core group of Tim, Tony, and Manu, we know they are going to leave all out on the floor and do everything they can to try and win this title....

[Keepin' it real]

Watching those videos never gets old. They robbed manu of his MVP in 2005

Nope. He was injured for a couple of games. He didn't deserve it. Although I wanted him to win it.

[DespЏrado]

I find it interesting that both Duncan and Parker have said that they think Manu has been "coasting" and saving himself for a possible moment like this. I think he's capable of having a huge Finals series. I don't necessarily mean scoring the ball, but his playmaking could be huge in this Finals series. I'd run ALOT of pick and roll with him and Tiago with shooters out on the 3 point line. One thing is for sure, with all the talk about this being the last possible trip to the Finals with this core group of Tim, Tony, and Manu, we know they are going to leave all out on the floor and do everything they can to try and win this title....
They were absolutely joking because it was a stupid question the interviewer was asking each time. Manu doesn't know how to coast. It is not in his DNA to coast.

[it's me]

2005 Manu is gone since............................................. .2005.

[spursfan09]

I just want to believe that for every good play there were not three bad plays leading up to that play.

[crc21209]

They were absolutely joking because it was a stupid question the interviewer was asking each time. Manu doesn't know how to coast. It is not in his DNA to coast.

I know Manu is one who goes 110% all the time but maybe he has been holding back a little. I certainly feel that he could drive the ball alot more than he has been throughout the entire playoffs.

[emanueldavidginobili]

Lol at the haters I know he hasnt played vintage many recently but anyone who thinks Manut won't come through in the finals are crazy. If TP and TD play like they were durning the season and Manu is being Manu the Spurs are winning #5

[superjames1992]

They were absolutely joking because it was a stupid question the interviewer was asking each time. Manu doesn't know how to coast. It is not in his DNA to coast.
IIRC, Manu pretty much stated in an Argentine newspaper article recently that he had been coasting during the regular season.

[Legacy]

http://www.terezowens.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/BHiTCj6CIAAnNq-.jpg-large.jpeg (http://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&frm=1&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&docid=e7WRLn4HeFztwM&tbnid=lkegFQEL7svYkM:&ved=0CAUQjRw&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.terezowens.com%2Fmanu-ginobili-has-a-message-for-lebron%2F&ei=zrCtUc-fHISA9QSgnIGYBQ&bvm=bv.47244034,d.eWU&psig=AFQjCNHAr4sZNyD8NVett-ibMXCmpUOZ6Q&ust=1370423810118268)

[Tim_duncan21]

Manu will show up

[Drachen]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57gGBJbFE3Q&feature=youtube_gdata_player


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WEYVtU--QVo&feature=youtube_gdata_player

one more manu

Believe

Can we get this Latigga a wig?

[Drachen]

Or you could just believe

It would be an insult to manu to have faith.

[100%duncan]

I trust this TOSB more than anyone in this board does tbh.

SuperManu, we need you.

[Brazil]

Lol at the haters I know he hasnt played vintage many recently but anyone who thinks Manut won't come through in the finals are crazy. If TP and TD play like they were durning the season and Manu is being Manu the Spurs are winning #5

that's some big ifs tbh

[jag]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57gGBJbFE3Q&feature=youtube_gdata_player


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WEYVtU--QVo&feature=youtube_gdata_player

one more manu

Believe

What an animal

[DJR210]

This is his stage. A strong performance in this series will make everyone forget about the first three.

[moisaenz]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57gGBJbFE3Q&feature=youtube_gdata_player

[video=youtube;WEYVtU--QVo]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WEYVtU--QVo&feature=youtube_gdata_player[/vid



Manu beast mode... right now Spurs only need 20 pt games from him..

[in2deep]

manu has been bad.

I think he'll be our X factor. if he can have a better series than Bosh, I think Spurs have a serious chance.

If Bosh has a better series, Spurs have not chance (unless Kawhi ups his game which is unlikely due to his 1st finals)

[timmy2003]

Agree. Bosh'll be the X factor.

[spurs10]

Manu will bring it all and leave every fvcking ounce of it on the hardwood. Have no doubts!!!:ihit

[DAF86]

Damn, you gotta be pretty damn good to have everybody saying you're playing like shit and still post a PER of around 20.

[Ibleedslvrnblk]

It would be wicked if he came out with that long hair. I think that makes those vids that more impressive. I cannot stop looking at the hair. His shot has been short and struggling. He honestly does not need to score 20 but if he drives and dishes then it will work out for the Spurs. He is always a threat when on the floor.

[Chase_the_Bass]

My faith is strong.

[Sean Cagney]

This is his stage. A strong performance in this series will make everyone forget about the first three.

YES, now we need him most of all! Forget the first three is right! Although without his play in game one being that shot against GS we are not here today! Go down 0-2 FORGET IT! So yes his play was bad for the most part but without that shot we are not here.

[SpurOutofTownFan]

Nope. He was injured for a couple of games. He didn't deserve it. Although I wanted him to win it.

Shut up. He more than deserved the MVP in 2005. It was almost a tie between him and Duncan and they gave it to Duncan. It was ok, though - Duncan also deserved it but people wondered.

[bus driver]

i believe

[Manutrix]

I find it interesting that both Duncan and Parker have said that they think Manu has been "coasting" and saving himself for a possible moment like this. I think he's capable of having a huge Finals series. I don't necessarily mean scoring the ball, but his playmaking could be huge in this Finals series. I'd run ALOT of pick and roll with him and Tiago with shooters out on the 3 point line. One thing is for sure, with all the talk about this being the last possible trip to the Finals with this core group of Tim, Tony, and Manu, we know they are going to leave all out on the floor and do everything they can to try and win this title....

C'mon, Parker is clearly trying to jinx Manu on that one. As for Timmy, I love him, I really do, but Tony and Timmy do come across as having some kind of homoerothic relationship, tbh*... hypothetically speaking, of course. ;)

* I almost forgot, SORRY SpursTalk Gods!

[Bobby Peru]

LOL manu is easily the most overrated player in the entire playoffs.

Good grief

[ManuGinobiliArg]

As Manu says, "Never underestimate the heart of a champion"


Manu will do everything possible to win.


In an interview in Argentina asked him to basketball practice Manu because you money, glory or passion??


And he said


1 - Pasion
2 - Gloria
3 - Silver


Manu is a true champion and will leave life on the court!


best for Spurs


greetings from Argentina!

[DPG21920]

Let's hope he remembers that come contract time!

[moisaenz]

Let's hope he remembers that come contract time!
Well if he has the series people hope for, he is going to need to get paid.

[DPG21920]

He will have been paid in passion and glory IMVHO

[ManuGinobiliArg]

Have no doubt that his next contract will not be the same and lower his salary

[SA210]

.
He will rise again


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iPSXDDg-aZw




:flag:

[DAF86]

Actually it was:

1-Pleasure
2-Glory
3-Money

[benefactor]

http://img708.imageshack.us/img708/3751/manuginobilliblock.gif

[DPG21920]

Manu is such a question-mark. He has the opportunity to become the most beloved hero in SA history IMO with an epic finals series. He's the one that can be the great equalizer. That is the single most nerve-wracking thing to me about this series.

Should be fun :lol

[DPG21920]

I remember that sick block Manu had on Wade. Our 1-3 spot players collectively are really talented shot blockers. Spurs need that and they need them to rebound like beasts.

[lefty]

http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_meh1q1mQH41qgcd16o1_500.jpg

[tmtcsc]

We've gotten this far with Ginobili playing way below average. If he plays anything like he used to, we'll win big. Otherwise, we'll just win. All this "have a shot, or have a chance" talk is bullshit. THE SPURS ARE GOING TO WIN! What is it with you people? There is NO boogeyman.

[Brazil]

Manu my man, this is it, the last one !
I fully expect Manu in Olympics form for this final.

[LeBronWillBeTheGOAT]

I Will Advise the NBA to Check the Spurs for PED Abuse in case there is Any Shenanigans From Dinosaurs Ginobili and Duncan

[ace3g]

“I think I’ll tell you after the first game,” Ginobili said. “Because I haven’t played them this year, and I don’t really remember playing them two years ago. So to understand what you’re going to do, you have to feel it, you have to live it.”

http://blog.mysanantonio.com/spursnation/2013/06/06/manu-ginobilis-feeling-out-game/

[ace3g]

I Will Advise the NBA to Check the Spurs for PED Abuse in case there is Any Shenanigans From Dinosaurs Ginobili and Duncan

Same if Wade comes back into game after halftime, in which he struggled in the first half, and plays well. Got his knee "re-taped"....

[Floyd Pacquiao]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e4MZsGl9I6U&feature=youtube_gdata_player

[it's me]

You people have to slow down a gear............. Manu is a shadow of what he was, I'll be happy with a solid 15 , 5 , 5 from him with some key plays and about 2 to 3 TO a game.... if you expect Manu to play like all the gifs and videos of yesterday, you'r headed to a big disappointment.

[Drachen]

C'mon, Parker is clearly trying to jinx Manu on that one. As for Timmy, I love him, I really do, but Tony and Timmy do come across as having some kind of homoerothic relationship, tbh*... hypothetically speaking, of course. ;)

* I almost forgot, SORRY SpursTalk Gods!

There was a whole LOOOOOOOOOONG thread with pictures detailing a (fake) soap opera-like love triangle between the big three. I think it was back around 2005ish. LOL It got pretty funny in places.

[wildcardX]

Manu will bring the greatness back for this series, HE WILL SHOW UP!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iPSXDDg-aZw&list=FLfeakVweWlyMx9WXrNOfUww&feature=mh_lolz My favorite Youtube video someone posted of him.

[ManuGinobiliArg]

You people have to slow down a gear............. Manu is a shadow of what he was, I'll be happy with a solid 15 , 5 , 5 from him with some key plays and about 2 to 3 TO a game.... if you expect Manu to play like all the gifs and videos of yesterday, you'r headed to a big disappointment.

Manu is 35 years old, obviously not going to have the level of 2005, but has more experience and willingness to always help the Spurs hopefully get another championship.


Manu leads Spurs in the heart

[HI-FI]

I'd love Manu to let it all out, since this whole season has been a bit of a cock tease. But that pass under Tayshaun's legs to Corey Joseph was a reminder of how unpredictable and good he can be. Hopefully this rest has served him well.

[hater]

may the deceased body of Ginobili come out of the grave for 1 more dance

fuck the haters

[Spursmania]

We can dream big that's what moments like the finals are all about!
I think we all know how he's played-we know he's been turnobili and inconsistent mixed with flashes of old Manu.
But he's had a hell of a long rest, he says he's feeling great, he's the winningest player if you include international and olympic play. I mean the guy knows what it takes to win and he can go balls to the walls-it's the finals.
:flag: Let's Believe in Manu one last time for old time's sake. Here's to you SuperManu!!

[tmtcsc]

Manu has made me curse his name this year more than any since he's been a Spur. When he's been bad or off, he's been terrible. But even through all the no look turnovers, off-balance - falling backwards passes, insanely bad 3 pts shots...he hasn't stopped playing his ass off. He gives everything he has when he is on the court and still wants to win more than anything. So...even if he doesn't score like he used to, I can always count on him trying to take a charge, keeping the ball movement going, snagging big rebounds and making the defense play honest.

My concern for game 1 is shaking off the rust. Hopefully the fresher legs will prevail at the end. I don't care how small the margin of victory, I just want the Spurs to win. Just win. It starts now, and not when we get back to San Antonio for the 3,4 & 5. Start winning now.

[TMTTRIO]

Still making bad decisions I see like tonight during clutch time but at least he did a little bit more good tonight. I really miss the old Manu :(.

[Hemotivo]

really good game by Manu tonight

those p&r plays with Duncan and the pg duties with the second unit were great

[OldSilentHill]

really good game by Manu tonight

those p&r plays with Duncan and the pg duties with the second unit were great

Disagree.

Not even average, but...the intangible WAS THERE.

[DAF86]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fIoPkUAGYiQ

I missed this during the game, tbh. :lol

[capek]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fIoPkUAGYiQ

I missed this during the game, tbh. :lol

I saw that live, but I'm so used to crazy Manu passes that I didn't even mention it in the game chat :lol

[Legacy]

I missed this during the game, tbh. :lol

:wow Caught that live. I was like... HOLY SHIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII... when I witnessed that insaneness. :wow :p:

Exquisite pass by Manu indeed. :D

[DPG21920]

That pass by Manu to Bonner was stupid IMO. Yes, it was incredibly skillful, but the reward was nothing. Bonner was not shooting, really didn't have the space to, so nothing good could really come from that.

[DarrinS]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fIoPkUAGYiQ

I missed this during the game, tbh. :lol


Shit. I didn't even notice it went through Cole's legs. That could've easily been a turnover.

[Legacy]

:rolleyes *sigh* Whine, whine, whine, bitch, bitch, bitch, moan, moan, moan. It just never stops.

[TE]

Believe.

[RD2191]

:lmao

[Typhoon]

San Antonio Spurs, the most bipolar fan base in the nba