Spurs 2nd Round Draft Pick: Deshaun Thomas

[BatManu20]

Yea, the guy who wouldn't give the Spurs his phone # after his workout lol. Go figure. Surprised he fell this far tbh. I watched him play some this year, and the kid can shoot the ball. He's a lefty who loves to shoot 3's. Solid pick at 58. He'll enjoy Austin.


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[Kool Bob Love]

The guy who didnt want to give the Spurs his number or email got drafted by them. :lmao

[Sean Cagney]

LOL they stuck it to him!!!!!!!!!!!! HAHAHHAHHHAHA.

[benefactor]

“I can’t go around giving it out to everyone,” Thomas said Thursday with a laugh. “Now if they want to draft me, I’d be happy to give it to them.”

rofl

[hooperflash]

Gimme them digits, son.

[TheGoldStandard]

Now Pop is blowing up his phone.

[timvp]

Give us your phone number now, B.

[N0 LyF3 ScRuB]

A lot of comparisons to Robert Horry

[Sean Cagney]

A lot of comparisons to Robert Horry

LOL that would be crazy there.

[dallasmaverickslose]

:lmao

[Chinook]

Park him in Austin for a couple of years to see if he can find an NBA position. I actually don't hate this pick.

Or just get his number, cut him, then consistently prank call him.

[DMX7]

Keep your fucking phone number. I can't believe they picked him.

[T Park]

Park him in Austin for a couple of years to see if he can find an NBA position. I actually don't hate this pick.

Or just get his number, cut him, then consistently prank call him.

I vote the latter.

[DPG21920]

This dude looks heavy and slow tbh...:lol I love that this happened though.

[tesseractive]

Park him in Austin for a couple of years to see if he can find an NBA position. I actually don't hate this pick.

Or just get his number, cut him, then consistently prank call him.
:lmao

[Nathan89]

Next charles barkley?:lol

[davidbowie]

the phone number dude bahahahahaha

[Samr.]

http://www.bloguin.com/crossoverchronicles/images/stories/Gregg-popovich-thumbs-up.png

[stephen jackson]

we just picked him to cut him tbh.

[Dex]

Or just get his number, cut him, then consistently prank call him.

:lol

[TE]

Give us your phone number now, B.
:lol

[loveforthegame]

Of course Spurs. :lol

[stephen jackson]

http://www.bloguin.com/crossoverchronicles/images/stories/Gregg-popovich-thumbs-up.png


exactly what pop is doin prolly not even gonna cal him or contact him at all

[Cowboys_Wear_Spurs]

This guy is a scorer. I don't think he will be a Star of any sort, but he will be a good rotational player. He is basically DeJuan Blair with a jumpshot and 3p shot and he can play the 3/4 position in the NBA.

[Interrohater]

http://www.bloguin.com/crossoverchronicles/images/stories/Gregg-popovich-thumbs-up.png
:lol

[SpursDynasty21]

I like this pick. Could Thomas be a possible starter for the Spurs in the future? I think he could be a big part of the future.

[Sean Cagney]

I like this pick. Could Thomas be a possible starter for the Spurs in the future? I think he could be a big part of the future.

I would hope you are right. That would be good.

[loveforthegame]

I can't wait to hear from RC. That's going to be an awesome interview. :tu

[Outlier]

Looks like James Anderson.

[ace3g]

Dan McCarney @danmccarneysaen
(http://twitter.com/danmccarneysaen)Buford: Spurs have been in contact with Jean-Charles, not Thomas "since he wouldn't give us his cell number."

[SpursDynasty21]

I would hope you are right. That would be good.

Thomas can score. I'm not sure what position he'd play, but I can see him staying around for awhile and becoming an important player for the Spurs.

[Interrohater]

Dan McCarney @danmccarneysaen
(http://twitter.com/danmccarneysaen)Buford: Spurs have been in contact with Jean-Charles, not Thomas "since he wouldn't give us his cell number."



No fucking way.

[Marcus Bryant]

Hopefully RC calls a cab for the ride home.

[BatManu20]

Jeff McDonald ‏@JMcDonald_SAEN (https://twitter.com/JMcDonald_SAEN)2m (https://twitter.com/JMcDonald_SAEN/status/350470313726836737)
RC Buford says he's talked to Jean-Charles tonight. Didn't talk to DeShaun Thomas, because he didn't have his number. Bada-bing.

[Robz4000]

This made my night tbh. Spurs redeemed themselves after the unsurprising pick of the Frenchie.








































:lmao

[timvp]

Hopefully RC calls a cab for the ride home.

:lmao

[3 Legged Dog]

The guy who didnt want to give the Spurs his number or email got drafted by them. :lmao

he did give SA his email address, according to him anyway. His jumper is butter

[PlayNando]

Fk this clown. We better cut his ass to show him who's boss now. :lol

[Chomag]

Pop and Rc going to ruin this kids career. You don't tell your prospective employer that may have your whole career in their hands to fuck off when they ask you for a phone number lol

[Gagnrath]

Thomas is clearly an NBA 3 he might see occasional minutes at 4 in small ball line-ups but it should be rare. I am pretty sure he's being drafted to be Kahwi's back-up fairly long term. He is deceptively fast from watching him in college. I think he'll be fine in the NBA I hope he sticks with the spurs. In someways on offense he's kinda LeBronesque in that he kinda likes to barrel into the lane from the small forward position but his pull up jumper is very good and 3 point shot is serviceable from college range.

[BatManu20]

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[Kool Bob Love]

Hopefully RC calls a cab for the ride home.

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[Marcus Bryant]

Tonight is the last time the Spurs' draft night war room is set up in Pop's wine cellar.

There has to be something more to this. Surely there were a good 20 to 30 draft and stash candidates available at #58.

[BackHome]

He is more of a white Bonner..

[timmy2003]

Looks like James Anderson.
Yeah, but he is listed as SF/PF.

[loveforthegame]

I hope the Spurs have plans for this guy other than wanting to cut him to show him up. I'd like to think they wouldn't stoop to his level over a phone number.

[Chomag]

This Kid f'ed with the wrong FO - just sayin

[3 Legged Dog]

This guy is a scorer. I don't think he will be a Star of any sort, but he will be a good rotational player. He is basically DeJuan Blair with a jumpshot and 3p shot and he can play the 3/4 position in the NBA.

No comparison whatsoever to DeJuan Blair. None.

[SilverSpur]

I like the pick. Tracy McGrady will be let go so DeShaun can wear #1

[timvp]

There has to be something more to this. Surely there were a good 20 to 30 draft and stash candidates available at #58.

My bet is that Thomas has agreed to go to Europe for at least a year.

[TheGoldStandard]

He's a 3.. He'll get backup minutes.. sweet lefty stroke.

[Interrohater]

Watching his highlight video (I'm not a college hoops fan) and his jumper is sooooo slow. He brings the ball all the way down to his knees before he releases. I see lots of turnovers in his future unless Chip can get a hold of him.

[hommeaetage]

Jeff McDonald ‏@JMcDonald_SAEN (https://twitter.com/JMcDonald_SAEN)2m (https://twitter.com/JMcDonald_SAEN/status/350470313726836737)
RC Buford says he's talked to Jean-Charles tonight. Didn't talk to DeShaun Thomas, because he didn't have his number. Bada-bing.

:lmao

[BatManu20]

The more I think about it, the more I like this pick. Just 3 months ago Deshaun Thomas was projected as a late 1st round pick. I don't know why he fell so far. He was the Big Ten's leading scorer. Every time I watched an Ohio St game, he was knocking down 3's. Maybe teams were turned off by him playing hard to get lol. If nothing else he can be a 3rd or 4th wing off the bench who can shoot 3's. Maybe he develops into a solid contributor. He's only 21 and he has a sweet lefty stroke.

[spurtech09]

I like the pick....I can see him definitely being in the spurs future plans

[TheyCallMePro]

I LOVE this pick. Deshaun Thomas was an absolute stud at Ohio State. He's a little heavy, but he's a legit 6'7, and a very good wing player. If this had been our pick at #28 I would have still loved it.

You guys trolling Deshaun now for not giving us his phone number is good for laughs, but this guy is going to be a real contributor for the Spurs. Can't leave this guy open. I see him as Kawhi's immediate back-up next year. Seriously. I screamed "YES!!!!!!!!!!!" and Jumped up from the coach when we drafted him. This is AWESOME!

[024]

:lol I was wondering why the name sounded so familiar

[MeloHype]

Ehh, Pop won't play him anyway

[dbestpro]

He reminds me of Chuck Person.

[ace3g]

Could be speculation but Kyle Rowland, beat writer for OSU, tweeted this:

Kyle Rowland ‏@KyleRowland (https://twitter.com/KyleRowland) 39m (https://twitter.com/KyleRowland/status/350469236159823875) Deshaun Thomas will make his Spurs debut July 12 in Las Vegas. http://www.nba.us/news/las-vegas-summer-league-2013-schedule/index.html?ls=iref:nbahpt3a … (http://t.co/d2UQsW8D0I)

[TheGoldStandard]

Could be speculation but Kyle Rowland, beat writer for OSU, tweeted this:

Kyle Rowland ‏@KyleRowland (https://twitter.com/KyleRowland) 39m (https://twitter.com/KyleRowland/status/350469236159823875) Deshaun Thomas will make his Spurs debut July 12 in Las Vegas. http://www.nba.us/news/las-vegas-summer-league-2013-schedule/index.html?ls=iref:nbahpt3a … (http://t.co/d2UQsW8D0I)

Yeah, I see that happening. He'll be in the summer league trying to earn a spot and minutes. Guy is really high on himself.

[justinandimcool]

Neal, Ginobili, Thomas. Combine 60 points off the bench one night, brick central the next. I like the pick, but turn him into a defensive stud and I'll LOVE the pick. Good size at the 3. I hope he's not another JA but Thomas has better natural touch around the rim rather than just a midrange Melo wannabe.

[Chinook]

The Spurs just got a taller Neal. Very much worth the pick.

[TheGoldStandard]

And if they do sign him to a deal it'll be for peanuts

[Mr. Body]

Nice pick way down there. Attitude may be a question, maybe, but he has some superior skills.

[elemento]

Well he has a damn sweet stroke. I have the feeling he will become a 3-pointer machine in SA.

[TheGoldStandard]

Well he has a damn sweet stroke. I have the feeling he will become a 3-pointer machine in SA.

and he can put the ball on the floor..

[SpursRock20]

So why did he fall so far in the NBA draft? This guy has a legitimate NBA skillset. Strange.

[TheGoldStandard]

So why did he fall so far in the NBA draft? This guy has a legitimate NBA skillset. Strange.

He just doesn't stand out.. He's not flashy, he doesn't have explosiveness. He's just a guy who can shoot.

[SpursRock20]

He just doesn't stand out.. He's not flashy, he doesn't have explosiveness. He's just a guy who can shoot.
Sounds like our whole team. Good fit.

[TD 21]

So why did he fall so far in the NBA draft? This guy has a legitimate NBA skillset. Strange.

Because he's likely incapable of guarding SF's, which is the position he'll primarily, if not damn near entirely, have to play if he's to stick.

Still, at 58, they could have done a lot worse than a guy projected to go roughly 25 spots higher. The fact that he can shoot and fills a positional need gives him an outside shot. Plus, they're highly unlikely to be nowhere near the luxury tax, so if they think he's worthwhile, they could carry 15.

[Bruno]

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So he worked out for Spurs a week ago. So Spurs had a meeting with him after the "phone incident" and Thomas not giving his number certainly wasn't because he didn't want to join Spurs.

[T Park]

I like the pick. Can shoot the ball, not terrible athletically. Would be great as a bench shooter.

[TheGoldStandard]

I like the pick. Can shoot the ball, not terrible athletically. Would be great as a bench shooter.

That's what he's there for, come off the bench and shoot the ball.. a bigger Gary Neal but hopefully not so much Hero ball

[tesseractive]

That's what he's there for, come off the bench and shoot the ball.. a bigger Gary Neal but hopefully not so much Hero ball
Apparently his last year of college he was pretty much Mr. Hero Ball -- but his team needed him to be. Before that, he was effective in smaller roles off the catch and shoot and such.

So it sounds like the good news is that he's a bigger Gary Neal on offense, and the bad news is that he's a bigger Gary Neal on defense, and that he's a terrible rebounder. Oh well, he sounds like an interesting prospect.

Any chance he'll make the squad this year?

[TheGoldStandard]

Apparently his last year of college he was pretty much Mr. Hero Ball -- but his team needed him to be. Before that, he was effective in smaller roles off the catch and shoot and such.

So it sounds like the good news is that he's a bigger Gary Neal on offense, and the bad news is that he's a bigger Gary Neal on defense, and that he's a terrible rebounder. Oh well, he sounds like an interesting prospect.

Any chance he'll make the squad this year?

Depends on the free agent picks.. Spurs have a lot of guards on the roster too so might see someone actually get traded if he shows enough during summer league.

[hommeaetage]

If he can give the Production of Gary Neal, he's a success tbh.

[TheGoldStandard]

If he can give the Production of Gary Neal, he's a success tbh.

his stroke is butter but he's gonna have to work hard to stay on the floor, defensive is a major flaw.

[NickiRasgo]

He is below average defender.

[baseline bum]

Damn, you watch that video and he buries 8 straight threes like it's nothing. He buries the shot off one dribble like it's a layup over and over. Catch and shoot like it's a two foot layup over and over. And this guy is a long-shot to make an NBA roster. Tells you how amazing NBA players are.

[TheGoldStandard]

Damn, you watch that video and he buries 8 straight threes like it's nothing. He buries the shot off one dribble like it's a layup over and over. Catch and shoot like it's a two foot layup over and over. And this guy is a long-shot to make an NBA roster. Tells you how amazing NBA players are.

Game situation stuff and defense. Reminds me of Major League when they're throwing fast balls to Cerrano. When they ask him to do something he's not comfortable with I don't know how he'll react. Hopefully its something that can be corrected and he adjusts.

[loveforthegame]

http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/blogs/hoops-and-scoops/2013/06/06-28-13-longest-night-of-thomas-life.html

Some comments from DeShaun tonight.

[Marco]

His low release point on his jumper is somewhat concerning.

[hommeaetage]

his stroke is butter but he's gonna have to work hard to stay on the floor, defensive is a major flaw.

Well he can't be worse than Neal on defense, can he?

[hommeaetage]

His low release point on his jumper is somewhat concerning.

His release is hella slow, the same issue we've had with Bonner when teams are closing out fast on him. Hopefully Chip Engelland can work his magic on him

[kobyz]

i think he could really help us next year, i see in him a little an old version of Paul Pierce. great pick at #58...

[sexinthatsx]

he seems more comfortable taking jump shots than actually driving to the basket

[NickiRasgo]

I'm fine with this pick as long as the Spurs would pick Aminu to cover up DeShaun's lacking on his defense and rebounding.

[hooperflash]

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[mudyez]

Or just get his number, cut him, then consistently prank call him.

You made my day! :lol

[Baam]

I really like the draft all things considered.

We get the size we needed on the wings, that's basically all we could hope for in this draft. And we maximized our flexibility as well.

Good first move but now it'll be interesting to see what comes next.

[99 Problems]

For 28 & 58 we did remarkably well. Genuine size alround. Bertans eventually at 6'10/11. Maybe a solid free agent in a couple of weeks. I like it.

[Crux]

Being that he plays for the buckeyes and watching him over the years the biggest problem he will have is getting his mind set right. He falls apart when he gets frustrated, like its a night and day different Thomas. His skill set is a good match and can only improve with the spurs. At the moment I would say it's good pickup as long as he is willing to put work in and go through the process.

[Solid D]

Offensively, he looks to me like a slightly bigger Malik Hairston.

[KL2]

He doesn't have to be a star, just a guy that can fill a role, especially since Kawhi's involvement is going to expand this year. Buford said he could play multiple positions, we might see him at PF taking over Bonner's role.


i just hope SA gets Robinson now.

[SpursChampsIII]

It's going to be hard to cut him without his phone number.

[Keepin' it real]

Maybe he's a poor college kid whose phone was cut off due to lack of payment ... and he didn't want to tell the Spurs that. I know I wouldn't.

Anyway, this guy looks like James Anderson v2, but cheaper and without the bad wheel and stench of failure.

[Rev Hill]

At #58, great pick. I like it. Not sure he will stick, but solid pick for that position. As I watch the film on him, other than the consistent outside (3 pt line) game this guy has, his game reminds me a bit of Zach Randolph. Obviously a lefty, but quick off his feet, quick release in the paint, good rebounding instincts, good rebounder for this height, soft touch around the rim. Again, nice pick.

[cd021]

Park him in Austin for a couple of years to see if he can find an NBA position. I actually don't hate this pick.

Or just get his number, cut him, then consistently prank call him.


Awesome.

[dbestpro]

I can see it now. Thomas complaining to the media in some distant future game that Pop won't call his number. Pop repiles to the media, "I don't know his number. He wouldn't give it to me".

[Cowboys_Wear_Spurs]

To me, this was the steal pick of the draft. Like RC said, everyone went where they were pretty much projected. Thomas was a late to very early 2nd rounder on everyone draft board. Quite honestly, I was not surprise he was higher. Maybe that phone ordeal turned alot of teams off on him. I saw him as high as the early 20's, some teens before that incident.

Guy is a private guy. Most of the Spurs are just that.

[HankChinaski]

Well lets see what he does in summer league and whether we sign him to a contract or off over seas to improve his game and wave him goodbye. Really free agency is where we add depth if we find someone

[Raven]

Park him in Austin for a couple of years to see if he can find an NBA position. I actually don't hate this pick.

Or just get his number, cut him, then consistently prank call him.

:lmao

[eDizzle20]

Great pick at 58! Because of his shooting and scoring ability he could actually make the team. I'm very interested to see how he performs in the Summer League.

[gsmith78]

DeShaun 'Digits' Thomas, I am looking forward to seeing what he does up here in Austin!

[BillMc]

Or just get his number, cut him, then consistently prank call him.

:rollin

Perfect!

[Big Empty]

DeShaun 'Digits' Thomas, I am looking forward to seeing what he does up here in Austin!

lmao!!! i think this is the perfect nickname!

[I. Hustle]

I think that if he does end up on the roster, we should make an effort to have the "Digits" nickname stick.

[dbreiden83080]

Spurs don't draft trouble makers so I am sure he is a good kid..

[TheGoldStandard]

Well he can't be worse than Neal on defense, can he?

I don't think so, I don't think it'll be as glaring in effort. Just a little slow footed I think.

[TheGoldStandard]

His release is hella slow, the same issue we've had with Bonner when teams are closing out fast on him. Hopefully Chip Engelland can work his magic on him

I don't think the kid will be afraid to shoot though.

[DPG21920]

Offensively, he looks to me like a slightly bigger Malik Hairston.

If Malik could shoot like that, he would easily be an NBA player. I still think he is talent-wise, just saying..

[jestersmash]

I don't think the kid will be afraid to shoot though.

True, but the question is will he be sufficiently bashful if he misses? We don't need another Gary Neal on our team. One is enough.

[weebo]

Who cares...this guy will never see any meaningful time on the floor

[ace3g]

NBA draft: Long night for Ohio State's Thomas ends with 58th pick by Spurs
Deshaun Thomas sat through 57 of the 60 picks in the NBA draft last night before hearing his name called, rescued from his anxiety shortly after midnight by the San Antonio Spurs.

“Yes, it was the longest night of my life,” Thomas said when reached about 1 a.m. today at his Indianapolis hotel, his base of operations since leaving Ohio State in April to train for the draft.

“But it happened. The Spurs picked me and it’s a great blessing for them to pick me. I’m ready to start my journey and be as successful as I can and help the organization out and get ready to keep following my dream.”

Thomas did not immediately know when he is due in San Antonio, but it will be soon. He likely will play on the Spurs’ entry in the NBA Las Vegas Summer League, which starts July 12.

http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/stories/2013/06/28/0628-ohio-state-thomas-nba-draft.html

[BatManu20]

Who cares...this guy will never see any meaningful time on the floor

People said the same thing about Manu. Tons of guys drafted in the 2nd round have been productive NBA players. Let's at least give him a shot, shall we?

[BatManu20]

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[TheGoldStandard]

True, but the question is will he be sufficiently bashful if he misses? We don't need another Gary Neal on our team. One is enough.

If he's hitting shots and doing what he's supposed to do then Pop will give him the green light.. I don't think this guy will shy away from it.

[weebo]

People said the same thing about Manu. Tons of guys drafted in the 2nd round have been productive NBA players. Let's at least give him a shot, shall we?

Manu was a star internationally. He had already established himself as a legit talent. I remember people back in the day calling Manu the "European Kobe Bryant" believe it or not. This guy is just another scrub pick, nothing more nothing less.

[BatManu20]

More game tape. This guy isn't a "scrub." He lacks great athleticism which is why he fell, but he's a pure scorer who can do it a bunch pf different ways. Also shoot's the 3 well. He'll never be a star obviously but I think he may be a steal at 58 as a role player.

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[weebo]

More game tape. This guy isn't a "scrub." He lacks great athleticism which is why he fell, but he's a pure scorer who can do it a bunch pf different ways. Also shoot's the 3 well. He'll never be a star obviously but I think he may be a steal at 58 as a role player.

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Ok, bro. For your sake (and the Spurs), I hope he pans out like you hope. Personally, I just don't see it. He was the 58th pick in a weak draft.

[SpursRock20]

People said the same thing about Manu. Tons of guys drafted in the 2nd round have been productive NBA players. Let's at least give him a shot, shall we?
You can't really compare Thomas with Manu. The reason many people did not know how Manu would pan out in the NBA is because many people did not see the soon influx of European talent coming to the NBA. Not many had watched Manu play, everyone has seen Thomas. That being said, if Thomas refines his shooting mechanics a bit, and becomes well-disciplined on the defensive end, I see him being a contributor in this league. However, I don't think he will be Leonard's back-up next season.

[DesignatedT]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=NnVS_8H_1_I

[jestersmash]

By the way where can we watch summer league games? Are they streamed?

[jestersmash]

I also think we need to stop throwing around the term "pure scorer" so lightly.

[jestersmash]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=NnVS_8H_1_I

He does seem to have solid shooting form. Interesting.

[LakerHater]

Spurs wanted Southland instead!

[Bruno]

Spurs wanted Southland instead!

Spurs wanted Southerland only if he was fine with being stashed in Europe for a year. Now, the question is if Thomas accepted to be stashed a year in Europe.
Spurs could have gone with Thomas because he accepted it or because he refused it too, but Spurs liked him more than Southerland.

[LakerHater]

http://www.projectspurs.com/2013-articles/june/spurs-almost-drafted-syracuse-s-james-southerland.html

[Bruno]

http://www.projectspurs.com/2013-articles/june/spurs-almost-drafted-syracuse-s-james-southerland.html

Their interpretation is wrong.

[BatManu20]

They're similar players, although I think Thomas is better. Southerland is great 3-point shooter, but that's literally all he does. Can't put the ball on the floor at all.

[Cowboys_Wear_Spurs]

Same thing was said about Redd, Parsons, Hornacek, Price, Microwave, English, Kukoc, Kerr (notice how the Bulls valued shooting efficiency over athleticism) etc, etc. One thing these guys all possessed, they could shoot the ball and very efficiently as well. Thomas was one of the top shooters in the draft and avg. around 50+ from midrange jumpers. He could work on his 3, but what Spurs hasn't improved in shooting the 3ball working with Chip.

At 3rd to last pick of the draft, Thomas was a steal.

[ace3g]

His twitter
@DT1UpNComin

[Chinook]

His twitter
@DT1UpNComin



Woah, man. You just can't go around giving his Twitter to everyone.

[benefactor]

Woah, man. You just can't go around giving his Twitter to everyone.
:lol

[DapDaGenius]

Woah, man. You just can't go around giving his Twitter to everyone.

:lol

If he ends up being a good player for us, I can see this little incident being heavily repeated by commentators.

[bluebellmaniac]

Woah, man. You just can't go around giving his Twitter to everyone.

Chinook has had some awesome posts on DT! :lol

Kid's gonna make for quite the meme summer.... lol!

[ChumpDumper]

By the way where can we watch summer league games? Are they streamed?$15 for all games.

http://www.nba.com/summerleague/

[DPG21920]

Or you could just do like I do and go to the games live I saiddddddd

[Solid D]

If Malik could shoot like that, he would easily be an NBA player. I still think he is talent-wise, just saying..

Shoot like what? Malik shot 53% from the field and 43% from the arc at Oregon. DeShaun Thomas shot 44.5% FG% and 34.5% 3-Pt FG% at Ohio St.. Thomas is just a little bigger and plays 3/4.

[DPG21920]

Shoot like what? Malik shot 53% from the field and 43% from the arc at Oregon. DeShaun Thomas shot 44.5% FG% and 34.5% 3-Pt FG% at Ohio St.. Thomas is just a little bigger and plays 3/4.

You've seen Malik play, both in college and with Spurs. Shooting does not appear to be his strong suit (shot 16% from three at the NBA level). It did not seem like he was a pure shooter and it certainly did not seem like he could get that array of shots that Thomas can get. He shot a higher percentage overall because of his superior athletic ability it appears.

Let's see how Thomas shoots, but it's obviously not just about that either.

[Solid D]

Malik was a scorer, not a shooter. The same can be said for Thomas. He is not a shooter.

[DPG21920]

Malik was a scorer, not a shooter. The same can be said for Thomas. He is not a shooter.

That's were we disagree. You said he reminds you of Malik. I say they look completely different. Malik was a much better athlete. Thomas appears to be a better all around shooter from what limited things I have seen.

[MaNu4Tres]

Poor man's Lee Nailon.

Or very poor man's Rodney Rodgers.

[Russ]

Poor man's Lee Nailon.



There's a rich man's Lee Nailon?

[dbestpro]

I see Thomas as a shooter. I like the fact that as the primary weapon he was always covered by the best defender and or double teamed but was still able to hit big shots. Offense will not be a problem. In the beginning he will only be allowed to catch and shoot, and he will do it well.
Pop will not let him (if he makes the team) do anything more until he puts in the work he needs to do on defense. This is where he could learn from Danny Green who is not a great athlete either but has learned to move his feet well enough to be effective.

[ducks]

Or you could just do like I do and go to the games live I saiddddddd

some work and not sit around drinking all day

[DPG21920]

some work and not sit around drinking all day

...

[Solid D]

http://buckeyextra.dispatch.com/content/stories/2013/02/10/helping-hands.html

Interesting article written in February about Deshaun, a former Indiana "Mr. Basketball".

“What a lot of people don’t know about Deshaun is, early on, he was pretty insecure, even as gifted an athlete as he was,” Hensley said. “A lot of it had to do with how he grew up. It was important for him to find a place and a coaching staff that would treat him like family, that would look out for him in a number of ways, and he felt confident about that” with Matta and his staff.

[TheGoldStandard]

Manu was a star internationally. He had already established himself as a legit talent. I remember people back in the day calling Manu the "European Kobe Bryant" believe it or not. This guy is just another scrub pick, nothing more nothing less.

There were tons of other scrub picks the Spurs could have taken.. Hell they could have just picked another Guard and called it a day but they actually tried to address a need.

[weebo]

There were tons of other scrub picks the Spurs could have taken.. Hell they could have just picked another Guard and called it a day but they actually tried to address a need.

Doesn't really matter bro. He was the 58th pick in a weak ass draft. Saw this guy play (follow college basketball closely) and he's slow footed and sucks defensively. Like I said before, hope he pans out but really unlikely.

[TheGoldStandard]

Doesn't really matter bro. He was the 58th pick in a weak ass draft. Saw this guy play (follow college basketball closely) and he's slow footed and sucks defensively. Like I said before, hope he pans out but really unlikely.

He can shoot though, not the fastest release but can shoot and we've seen some crappy defensive guys that the spurs run out there because they can shoot.

[sexinthatsx]

Even though his footwork is slow, he almost reminds me of a heavier version of Quincy Pondexter. If he's able to contribute like Quincy did for the Grizzles, then I'll be okay with that

[weebo]

He can shoot though, not the fastest release but can shoot and we've seen some crappy defensive guys that the spurs run out there because they can shoot.

He can shoot but at the college level. Let's see how he handles guys taller, faster, and stronger than him that can actually get up and get in his air space.

[Marcus Bryant]

Draft the international player with a first round pick to use the rookie scale to keep down cost, use the 2nd rounder on a domestic prospect. Not bad planning.

[Bruno]

His combine results really confirmed that he is slow footed. 51 players did the speed drills at the draft combine this year and Thomas was the slowest on the agility drill and the 4th slowest on the sprint drills. I always took combine athletic test with a grain of salt but, in that case, it adds to the idea that Thomas won't have the foot speed to play SF in the NBA . With his size/frame/strength it's also hard to see him playing PF.

There are no miracles, when a player is available at #58, he has big flaws and is a long shot at even being an end of the bench player. It's even more true now than 10 years ago when teams did way less scouting, especially overseas, and some quality players weren't noticed.

[ChumpDumper]

some work and not sit around drinking all dayI actually did drink most of the days when I was in Vegas for summer league. I had a designated driver the whole week. Good times.

[Marcus Bryant]

So have we turned this late 2nd round pick into a Hall of Famer yet or not?

[ace3g]

Thomas said he'll be in San Antonio next week, and he plans to play for the Spurs' team in the Las Vegas Summer League.

“I want to get there early and work out so their people get to know me better and then do the Summer League in July,” he said. “I want to keep getting better.

“I want to be a great teammate and a great scorer. I'm a player who wants to be better; willing to learn new things. You've got to put the grind to it. The grinders will succeed, and I want to be a player who can impact the game and my teammates.”

http://www.expressnews.com/sports/spurs/article/Spurs-newest-draft-picks-dressed-for-success-4637483.php?t=28f30f24be927fc3fb

[BackHome]

You know this draft was so weak I see less then 20% of them being in the NBA three years from now.

[Cowboys_Wear_Spurs]

The guy is determined. Look at Bird, that guy is the prime example of someone who wasn't not even close the most athletic guy on the basketball court but played every game like it was game 7 of the Finals (but not saying he can be Bird b/c I think Bird and Duncan are two highest BB IQ players ever to play the game). To me, Bird is the prime example of any NBA player should play the game. Determination and perseverance will win out almost every time.

Thomas does remind me of Malik Hairston (just to let you know he led his team to the Finals of the Euroleague this past season) except Thomas is much more of a physical player than Hairston was. But Hairston didn't exhibit that desire to whatever it takes to get better and win. Thomas is sincere in his desire to be better and I think he will make the team, if not this year, more than likely next year. These are the kind of guys you want for the #1 option to the #15 option on your team.

[SpursSerb]

The guy is determined. Look at Bird, that guy is the prime example of someone who wasn't not even close the most athletic guy on the basketball court but played every game like it was game 7 of the Finals (but not saying he can be Bird b/c I think Bird and Duncan are two highest BB IQ players ever to play the game). To me, Bird is the prime example of any NBA player should play the game. Determination and perseverance will win out almost every time.

Thomas does remind me of Malik Hairston (just to let you know he led his team to the Finals of the Euroleague this past season) except Thomas is much more of a physical player than Hairston was. But Hairston didn't exhibit that desire to whatever it takes to get better and win. Thomas is sincere in his desire to be better and I think he will make the team, if not this year, more than likely next year. These are the kind of guys you want for the #1 option to the #15 option on your team.

No he didn't,his team wasn't in the Final 4 of euroleague.

[Cowboys_Wear_Spurs]

No he didn't,his team wasn't in the Final 4 of euroleague.

Yes they did. They beat Real Madrid for 3rd place in the Euroleague competition. Dude, I keep up with European basketball more than most. Without looking it up at all, what team does Malik play for and what country is the team from.

[SpursSerb]

He plays for Milano.They didn't participate in finals of euroleague not this or previous year.I know,i live in Europe and i follow euroleague.

[Cowboys_Wear_Spurs]

He plays for Milano.

He played for Siena in Italy. He just SIGNED with Milano. Siena was 3rd place in Euroleague last year with Hairston being their leading scorer.

[SpursSerb]

He played for Siena in Italy. He just SIGNED with Milano. Siena was 3rd place in Euroleague last year with Hairston being their leading scorer.

No,he left Siena 2 years ago.

http://www.euroleague.net/competition/players/showplayer?pcode=002856

[BatManu20]

351110936016334848


https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BN9liTqCMAAuyA_.jpg:large

[DPG21920]

I actually did drink most of the days when I was in Vegas for summer league. I had a designated driver the whole week. Good times.

Me too,it's called a vegas cab.

[Darkwaters]

So have we turned this late 2nd round pick into a Hall of Famer yet or not?

I'd say the opposite. People are pissed off that we drafted this scrub instead of all those other future HOF'ers that were available at 58.

[ChumpDumper]

Me too,it's called a vegas cab.Mine was better looking.

[DPG21920]

Mine was better looking.

:lol probably more expensive than the cab ride

[BatManu20]

29Oy35FoTdY

[hooperflash]

Definitely was a rookie mistake D.T. :lol

[AlleyOopNazi]

Not giving the Spurs his number, "a rookie mistake" lol.

[picnroll]

On the bright side he had nearly the highest percent body fat at the combine, so maybe if he drops some weight he'll gain a millisecond or two. At least I think that's the bright side.

[ace3g]

https://si0.twimg.com/profile_images/378800000039514275/8b9361bcff0c879f224bb03cf911ce30_normal.jpeg
San Antonio Spurs @spurs
(http://twitter.com/spurs)Read the latest story on the Spurs' second round pick Deshaun Thomas - j.mp/17P7KLX (http://t.co/z7q85648l2) #GoSpursGo (http://twitter.com/search?q=%23GoSpursGo)

[biziofromdowntown]

Yes they did. They beat Real Madrid for 3rd place in the Euroleague competition. Dude, I keep up with European basketball more than most. Without looking it up at all, what team does Malik play for and what country is the team from.
Lol... nice try man.

[DJR210]

http://www.nba.com/spurs/video/2013/07/10/130710thomasmov-2536898

Nervous as hell or fucking retarded. Leaning toward the latter after cellphonegate.

[TheGoldStandard]

http://www.nba.com/spurs/video/2013/07/10/130710thomasmov-2536898

Nervous as hell or fucking retarded. Leaning toward the latter after cellphonegate.

I don't think he's the most gifted speaker to come out of college but the guy seems pretty genuine. He may not say it the right way but he is sticking with his message which will make his successful. He just needs to shut up, keep his head down and do everything they tell him to do. Don't think he's afraid of the moment, could develop into a very good shooter off the bench

[Sean Cagney]

You know this draft was so weak I see less then 20% of them being in the NBA three years from now.

Garbage, horrible draft.

[Jwash_1986]

Boy got game mane. He can put it in the hole. I liked what I saw hope he keeps wiring and getting better a lot of promise if he stays focused and humble.

[DesignatedT]

Impressive first look, no doubt.

[Chinook]

Dunno why he spent so much time at the four, though. I thought Udoka said they were going to prioritize playing him at the three. And they had other pigs you deserved minutes over a three-guard lineup.

[playblair]

Impressive first look, no doubt.

^word...............................

[yavozerb]

Other NBA teams would jump all over Thomas if he does not make the spurs roster this coming season. One spot left RC, who is it gonna be?

[Jwash_1986]

What was the point of brining Baynes over still don't get it?

[Darius McCrary]

I saw DPG eating a corn dog with his overweight brother in the stands

[Chinook]

Other NBA teams would jump all over Thomas if he does not make the spurs roster this coming season. One spot left RC, who is it gonna be?

Neal, probably.

Although I sort of agree with what you said in the summer-league thread. It's possible that Southerland only got the nod over Thomas because the Spurs thought they could get Kirilenko to fill out their roster, and that would have left no roster spot for Thomas. Now that AK is out of the picture, DeShaun may well get a chance.

I will say though that the team can add six more players for training camp. So they can sign Thomas and Neal and just figure it all out later.

[Chinook]

What was the point of brining Baynes over still don't get it?

Insurance. He was worth his contract just for Game 4 against the Lakers.

[Kingsly Alexander]

I saw DPG eating a corn dog with his overweight brother in the stands


Banger, bruiser. The next Reggie Evans remember?

[tesseractive]

What was the point of brining Baynes over still don't get it?
He was coming over no matter what, it was just a question of which team he'd sign with. And we were looking to take a flyer on some possible depth at center for the minimum, so we signed him.

[Sean Cagney]

What was the point of brining Baynes over still don't get it?

I don't get it either, but hey some are high on him.

[DPG21920]

I saw DPG eating a corn dog with his overweight brother in the stands

Sons, unfort DPG is not in Vegas this time. With the house closing coming up soon thought I should be responsible and forgo the usual Vegas SL trip.

[DesignatedT]

Baynes is incredibly strong, athletic, big and gets payed less than 1M. Even if he doesn't work out (I still think he can) it isn't a bad gamble.

[Kingsly Alexander]

Neal, probably.

Although I sort of agree with what you said in the summer-league thread. It's possible that Southerland only got the nod over Thomas because the Spurs thought they could get Kirilenko to fill out their roster, and that would have left no roster spot for Thomas. Now that AK is out of the picture, DeShaun may well get a chance.

I will say though that the team can add six more players for training camp. So they can sign Thomas and Neal and just figure it all out later.

Well if they signed Neal there wouldn't be any figuring out, would there.

I wish they could expand the maximum roster size to 18 or so where only 15 players could be on ur active roster at one point and time and the others had to be assigned to ur affiliate d-league team and a loaning system akin to soccer, so we could sign young player for min contracts or so and send them overseas and track there progress

[Kingsly Alexander]

No,he left Siena 2 years ago.


http://www.euroleague.net/competition/players/showplayer?pcode=002856


I edited his wiki page to where its at now. He left Siena because they wanted to sign bobby brown and has been with Milano since

[spursince#99]

I'm not impressed. I need to see him guard at the 3 and possibly even the 2 because he'll have to get faster. He honestly looks like a mini Zach Randolph out on the floor.

[Chinook]

Well if they signed Neal there wouldn't be any figuring out, would there.

I wish they could expand the maximum roster size to 18 or so where only 15 players could be on ur active roster at one point and time and the others had to be assigned to ur affiliate d-league team and a loaning system akin to soccer, so we could sign young player for min contracts or so and send them overseas and track there progress

The team could always look to move whichever guard looks the worst in pre-season. Or they could just cut them and eat a million bucks. It's not that big of a deal, even to the Spurs. The whole point is that this isnt' like the regular season, when there's a hard limit at 15 (with one big exception, but whatever). The team signing Neal would not preclude them from also signing one or more of their draft picks.

EDIT: I see you got the quoting thing down.

[playblair]

thomas played stellar defense on zeller .......................

[DPG21920]

lol Bobcats

[DJR210]

I don't get it either, but hey some are high.

Fix'd

[Kingsly Alexander]

The team could always look to move whichever guard looks the worst in pre-season. Or they could just cut them and eat a million bucks. It's not that big of a deal, even to the Spurs. The whole point is that this isnt' like the regular season, when there's a hard limit at 15 (with one big exception, but whatever). The team signing Neal would not preclude them from also signing one or more of their draft picks.


EDIT: I see you got the quoting thing down.



Ur right. I wasn't aware of the duration of de colo's and mill's contracts, but this is true. Let them settle this in training camp and if it comes to it and their isn't a trade just waive one of 'em

[Jwash_1986]

I don't get it either, but hey some are high on him.
They always do that though. I would've been fine of they would've just set him in Austin the whole year last year. Don't get some of the shit they do. Now we have Thomas that can fill a need and watch they go another route with some prospect to stash. I would've to get some Americans more action its not like there out there playing futbol where its a natural born foreign sport. I'm still waiting for Richards to break out hope it's next game.

[blkroadrunners]

The guy looked impressive. Keep it up young blood.

[Kingsly Alexander]

The team could always look to move whichever guard looks the worst in pre-season. Or they could just cut them and eat a million bucks. It's not that big of a deal, even to the Spurs. The whole point is that this isnt' like the regular season, when there's a hard limit at 15 (with one big exception, but whatever). The team signing Neal would not preclude them from also signing one or more of their draft picks.


EDIT: I see you got the quoting thing down.



Lol for the most part. But In my haste I still press reply instead of with quote at times and half to back track and copy and paste the quote

[Vash StampedE]

Didn't get the chance to watch the game but don't get your hopes up guys, THIS THE BOBCATS SUMMER LEAGUE TEAM!

[freetiago]

gonna need to see the highlight video of the game tbh...

[Sean Cagney]

Fix'd

:lol

[DrunkTXLabrat]

i loved him on offense. he didn't stand out very much on the other end. except for a bumbled rebound or two...

baynes was pissing me off a bit. somebody needs to introduce baynes to a little known phrase... "same team!"

[Chinook]

Didn't get the chance to watch the game but don't get your hopes up guys, THIS THE BOBCATS SUMMER LEAGUE TEAM!

Bad actual teams tend to have really talented summer-league teams because they have high draft picks. For example, the Bobcats had three top-10 picks on their roster, while the Spurs only had one first-rounder at all.

[tesseractive]

Bad actual teams tend to have really talented summer-league teams because they have high draft picks. For example, the Bobcats had three top-10 picks on their roster, while the Spurs only had one first-rounder at all.
How did those Bobcats picks look out there, other than MKG's shot still having a hitch in it?

[Chinook]

How did those Bobcats picks look out there, other than MKG's shot still having a hitch in it?

Taylor was their best player, and he was 31st overall last year.

MKG looks like how people thought Leonard would look. His form on his jump shot makes Manute Bol look like Reggie Miller. I thought he looked all right -- he made some hustle plays; he was just sort of invisible most of the time.

Bismack was pretty good on defense, but he's still a project on offense. He's been watch too many Ibaka tapes, because he kept hanging around to try to take jumpers. With Zeller on board, he should be the one in the post.

Speaking of whom, Zeller looked all right as well. He didn't really make his mark, and his shot was worse than I expected. I can't really pass judgement until see him in more games.

[tesseractive]

Taylor was their best player, and he was 31st overall last year.

MKG looks like how people thought Leonard would look. His form on his jump shot makes Manute Bol look like Reggie Miller. I thought he looked all right -- he made some hustle plays; he was just sort of invisible most of the time.

Bismack was pretty good on defense, but he's still a project on offense. He's been watch too many Ibaka tapes, because he kept hanging around to try to take jumpers. With Zeller on board, he should be the one in the post.

Speaking of whom, Zeller looked all right as well. He didn't really make his mark, and his shot was worse than I expected. I can't really pass judgement until see him in more games.
Thanks, I appreciate it.

I still wish we could somehow see what the Spurs player development folks could do with MKG's shot. It seems like such a waste that these players with all this potential end up on crappy teams with terrible coaching and never end up doing anything.

[TheGoldStandard]

Thanks, I appreciate it.

I still wish we could somehow see what the Spurs player development folks could do with MKG's shot. It seems like such a waste that these players with all this potential end up on crappy teams with terrible coaching and never end up doing anything.

It needs to be completely rebuilt.. that thing looked awful.

[tesseractive]

It needs to be completely rebuilt.. that thing looked awful.
Well, if anyone could do it, it would be us.

[TheGoldStandard]

Well, if anyone could do it, it would be us.

This is true... I think he lacks confidence, doesn't help playing on the Bobcats though.. I bet they shake there head when he shoots

[racm]

Taylor was their best player, and he was 31st overall last year.

MKG looks like how people thought Leonard would look. His form on his jump shot makes Manute Bol look like Reggie Miller. I thought he looked all right -- he made some hustle plays; he was just sort of invisible most of the time.

Bismack was pretty good on defense, but he's still a project on offense. He's been watch too many Ibaka tapes, because he kept hanging around to try to take jumpers. With Zeller on board, he should be the one in the post.

Speaking of whom, Zeller looked all right as well. He didn't really make his mark, and his shot was worse than I expected. I can't really pass judgement until see him in more games.

This guy is why they won't really miss Gerald Henderson next season. Bobcats fans love him.

[Chinook]

This guy is why they won't really miss Gerald Henderson next season. Bobcats fans love him.

I do, too. I think he'll be a fine role-player if he can get away from Charlotte in time. Otherwise, he'll get too big of a head from being the second-best player on the team.

[TheGoldStandard]

Just watched the Post Game vids.. Thomas sounds like he wants to say the right thing.. seems nervous when he talks though.

[Vash StampedE]

Bad actual teams tend to have really talented summer-league teams because they have high draft picks. For example, the Bobcats had three top-10 picks on their roster, while the Spurs only had one first-rounder at all.
I just watched the highlights. I still think MKG is not worth last year's 2nd overall draft. Taylor may have a good career. As for team, the only bright spot I saw was CJ but the highlights commentator stated that the Spurs may have gotten another gem in the draft.

BTW, what's his position? If he's an SF, that would be great 'cause obviously, the team needs a back-up SF.

[Kingsly Alexander]

baynes was pissing me off a bit. somebody needs to introduce baynes to a little known phrase... "same team!"

Lol, I heard De Colo yelling it at him during the game

[Kingsly Alexander]

It needs to be completely rebuilt.. that thing looked awful.

Mark Price is somebody I would trust for the job, which is who they have

[3 Legged Dog]

Lol, I heard De Colo yelling it at him during the game

Thats rich. Captain Turnover yelling at someone else. Perhaps Baynes could haveimpressed, if we had actually posted him up more than 2 or 3 times.

Not sure how a Deshaun Thomas thread evolved into a Baynes hate fest.

[Taking it to the Hole]

I know it is early...but I liked what I saw of Deshaun's assertiveness last night. He doesn't seem to be lacking for confidence and he can get his own shot. I know it is against summer-league caliber players but he looks to be someone the Spurs can use once they get him established in the system. Would not be surprised one bit if this turns into another steal late in the draft for them.

[palangi]

Thats rich. Captain Turnover yelling at someone else. Perhaps Baynes could haveimpressed, if we had actually posted him up more than 2 or 3 times.

Not sure how a Deshaun Thomas thread evolved into a Baynes hate fest.
I agree i thought baynes looked good on defense and his rebounding. unfortunately neither guard got him the ball on offense.

and de colo should be the last person to yell at someone else.

[Poolboy5623]

I felt bad for aron out there...he was invisible to his teammates on offense...it's like he was out there just to run up and down the court? But knowing his conditioning, maybe that was the pt?

[Marcus Bryant]

Oden fan

Former Ohio State forward Deshaun Thomas said he's been working out with ex-Portland center Greg Oden.

"Man, he looks unbelievable," he said at the draft combine. "He's running. He's lifting weights. You might be seeing a comeback. He looks like he's ready to go. He's running, getting in shape. I'll tell you one thing. For a big 7-footer that's all he does, running and getting in shape. He's looking right."

http://www.news-herald.com/articles/2013/05/17/sports/nh6934950.txt?mobredir=false

[Chinook]

It's nice to see Thomas answer when called upon again tonight.

[ace3g]

Deshaun Thomas aka Captain America:

https://si0.twimg.com/profile_images/378800000136769588/cd1cb66fbbe4c33a205c1eabacb3b767.jpeg

via his Twitter profile pic

[GB20]

http://www.nba.com/rookie-ladder

[raybies]

http://www.nba.com/rookie-ladder
Having trouble loading it up on My phone. Can u post what it days about.

[ace3g]

Having trouble loading it up on My phone. Can u post what it days about.

10
Deshaun Thomas : SAN ANTONIO SPURS

http://i.cdn.turner.com/nba/nba/dam/assets/130712204050-deshaun-thomas-rookie-ladder-071213.feature-module.jpg
Based off the Spurs' success at finding gems late in the second round, it should be no surprise if Thomas pans out. After scoring 18 in his first game, the swingman out of Ohio State had 16 points and eight rebounds on Sunday night. The 58th pick looks comfortable and plays in control while showing off a smooth lefty stroke.
-- July 14
related links

Summer League: Complete statistics (http://www.nba.com/summerleague/2013/players/sl_kelly_olynyk/index.html)
Draft pick: No. 58 overall, 2013 Draft

[raybies]

Thanks. Not bad.

Anyone know where I can get that shirt? I'd like to hoop up in that...

[TXstbobcat]

I'm excited to see how Thomas plays tonight. Hope he can make it 3 solid games In a row.

[Marcus Bryant]

Can he defend? Offensively he looks very good, could plug him right in next year. Good awareness and seems to be looking to make the pass, which might not be the best option given his shot. Looks very poised on offense. He and Joseph stand out in that regard so far in SL play. Also seems to have a good attitude and is playing within the team.

Crashed the boards well last night. Only question is could he credibly defend on the perimeter?

Still early, but he's showing enough so far to warrant a serious look in training camp and preseason as opposed to penciling him in for Europe next season.

[ace3g]

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BPQqhbzCIAEu3lC.jpg:large

[BatManu20]

Another 17 pts for Thomas tonight.

[TXstbobcat]

Great game by Thomas tonight. Spurs need to give him a roster spot.

[Texas_Ranger]

looks like he'll get on the roster.

[Rito3d30]

avg 17PPG and he wasn't forcing anything:downspin:

[loveforthegame]

It would be a crime if he doesn't make the team this season.

[siraulo23]

what's impressive is that he's making all the right decision on the offensive end and being patient, all coming within the flow of the offense

now play decent d and he could make the team if the spurs cant get another backup sf

[BatManu20]

I still think the Spurs should be trying to S&T Blair and/or Bonner for a backup SF if possible but it wouldn't be the worst thing in the world if Thomas got that last spot. Still not crazy about him defensively though.

[Chinook]

I'm not keen on Thomas getting the backup-three spot. That doesn't mean I don't think he should get a roster spot, but he's shown nothing to suggest he can play at a small-forward. I can't recall him playing any minutes there tonight, and that just boggles my mind. He should have had all of his minutes there in the summer league. He may get the spot in name, but I think we'll see three-guard sets a lot and Thomas in Austin next season. They need to begin the position change if they're going to do it.

[ace3g]

I think the Spurs make a 2 for 1 trade opening 2 roster spots and at worse, Thomas ends up as 3rd SF.

[Sean Cagney]

It would be a crime if he doesn't make the team this season.
I agree with you, especially with only one SF on the team!

[Sean Cagney]

I still think the Spurs should be trying to S&T Blair and/or Bonner for a backup SF if possible but it wouldn't be the worst thing in the world if Thomas got that last spot. Still not crazy about him defensively though.

TRUE!

[DesignatedT]

I like his scoring and offensive game. He seems like a very smart player and can obviously score. Saying that, he looks like an undersized stretch 4 to me. He might be able to play the 3 at the NBA level at times but it will strictly depend on matchups.

[outmap]

Ryan Gomez 2.0

[Cowboys_Wear_Spurs]

The only part of his game that was bad at this point was his help defense on screens. Nando got scorched the first two game because neither Baynes nor Thomas were hedging the screener and left De Colo trailing almost every time. They did a much better job tonight in their help defense.

It seems at this point, Udoka has orders to give Baynes, De Colo Joseph and now Thomas the most minutes to these guys can develop more. After 3 straight games of playing highly efficient basketball, it wouldn't surprise me at all if Thomas made the roster this year.