Anthony Davis.

[DJB]

Spurs need to do whatever humanly and illegally possible to wrap this kid up when everyone get's a chance. Already the best big in the league at 21, imgho.

[RD2191]

mutha fukin truff bomb

[tholdren]

cyclops

[RD2191]

Imagine the defense of a Parker, Green, Kawhi, Splitter, and Davis starting lineup, fuck yes. Parker of course plays no defense but still.

[tholdren]

splitter blows midgets

[playbonner15]

http://i.imgur.com/gXuaCV0.png

[hooperflash]

He has Spur written all over him.

[spurs1990]

He's averaging 33 pts and 14 boards in last the five games, and shooting 90% from FT stripe to boot.

Granted they've been playing a few slugs but impressive numbers. But I'm guessing if anywhere he'll wind up in Miami or LA in 2019.

[Cry Havoc]

He's the NGB. Next Great Big. Dude is already a monster.

[Budkin]

"Mentored by Tim Duncan" should be all you have to tell him to get him to come to SA. Unfortunately players of his profile don't just come to SA.

[Poolboy5623]

Yeah, just look at the list of bigs, Tim has had the chance to mentor..

[Mugen]

:lol yeah RC should get right on that tbh

[PingPong]

It's impossible before Tim retires.

[apalisoc_9]

Kawhi Leonard, Danny Green, and Anthony Davis all in the same team

:wow

Most teams probably wouldn't even crack 90 against the spurs.

[Sean Cagney]

He is as beast!

[HarlemHeat37]

Slightly better offense, worse defense version of KG, tbh..beast..

[PÒÓCH]

He'll end up in L.A., Miami, NY or any of those other large media markets. We all know that. Stop dreaming.

[heyheymymy]

anyone else worry about his knees?

[Hoops Czar]

Ain't coming here so it's a moot point.

[spurs1990]

"Mentored by Tim Duncan" should be all you have to tell him to get him to come to SA. Unfortunately players of his profile don't just come to SA.

Are you suggesting Duncan can mentor Davis after TD retires? Davis will be locked in with NO for another 5 years.

[baseline bum]

Remember when everyone here was scoffing him as another Camby since that was the way he was used at Kentucky? LOL

[HemisfairArena]

I want Drummond actually....call me crazy. Davis is great...no doubt about it but Drummond seems like a 20/20 machine waiting to happen. He already has more double/double this year than Davis.

[Spursfanfromafar]

KG like play with TD like attitude. What is not to like about the kid?

[Hoops Czar]

I want Drummond actually....call me crazy. Davis is great...no doubt about it but Drummond seems like a 20/20 machine waiting to happen. He already has more double/double this year than Davis.

Put him on your Christmas list.

[Barfunk]

Provided room, the Lakers, Heat, Bulls, Celtics, Clippers, Nets, and Knicks will usually get first dibs on big name free agents. Said free agents generally don't have the Spurs on their radar until they are past their prime and on the downside of their careers.

[PingPong]

I'm not sure if he will go to big Market teams. Probably will ask for a max contract and to be the franchise player in a potential contender.

[jARS mEsH sEt]

Lakers won't get first dibs on anything anymore for a long time. The clippers are the new lakers. You get all the glitz and glamor of "L.A." with a well coached playoff contender. Who the hell wants to go to the Lakers now :lol

[Budkin]

Are you suggesting Duncan can mentor Davis after TD retires? Davis will be locked in with NO for another 5 years.

Yes after retirement, much like Olajuwon mentors Dwight now.

[Johnsyounger]

If he remains healthy, and gets on a decent squad...He may TD 2.0

[Richie]

Imagine KG if he didn't have to go up against Shaq, Dirk and Timmy in the playoffs. That's what Davis' career will be.

I mean, who is gonna challenge Davis? The other top PF right now are Griffin, Love and Aldridge. Just imagine what prime KG would do to them to get a taste of how dominant Davis can be.

There is such a lack of big men in the league that Davis should dominate the league. Hopefully the Pelicans don't screw it up for him, they already tossed away their 2014 pick on Jrue Holiday.

[SpurSwag]

He is hands down the player I want the most to come to the Spurs. He really looks like the next great big to lead teams deep into the post season, and he would flourish here so much. The problem is he's not gonna sign here as a free agent most likely (though I really don't see him needing the Miami/L.A spotlight so much) so hopefully he demands a trade from New Orleans before his contract expires and hopefully we have the best package to offer at that point.

[SpurSwag]

Would also have no problem whatsoever getting Drummond if that were to somehow happen

[TE]

Would also have no problem whatsoever getting Drummond if that were to somehow happen

He's very raw but the potential is there. Detroit is like the worst best team on paper with all the talent/potential they have on that roster.

[Ditty]

The only way Spurs have any chance at Davis is if Pop sticks around when Tim retires. Kid looks like he has the right mindset, and can careless about the big market but I can see him going back to his hometown of Chicago someday if the Pelicans continue to struggle. Pelicans don't look like they're going anywhere either the next couple of years also, unless they land a top pick these next few years and get rid of Monty Williams. If they show any hope I think Davis will stay, and get that max contract. One can dream how badass the Spurs will be with possibly one down season of getting a top pick, Kawhi Leonard and Anthony Davis. We would be contending for a while if we get someone who is half the coach Pop is.

[Hoops Czar]

He is hands down the player I want the most to come to the Spurs. He really looks like the next great big to lead teams deep into the post season, and he would flourish here so much. The problem is he's not gonna sign here as a free agent most likely (though I really don't see him needing the Miami/L.A spotlight so much) so hopefully he demands a trade from New Orleans before his contract expires and hopefully we have the best package to offer at that point.

What makes you think NOR wants to be a perennial loser? I'm pretty sure they're going to try to lock him up by the time he hits free agency. He's a franchise player you build a team around.

[Richie]

He's very raw but the potential is there. Detroit is like the worst best team on paper with all the talent/potential they have on that roster.

Unfortunately they have a horrible front office. Brandon Jennings and Josh Smith got $65m/3yr combined (Smith has a 4th year at $13.5m), which means they almost certainly lose Greg Monroe. Just terrible, you can't trust Joe Dumars with cap room.

[james evans]

Imagine the defense of a Parker, Green, Kawhi, Splitter, and Davis starting lineup, fuck yes. Parker of course plays no defense but still.
haha, i was about to say something until i saw the bold at the end. but we have no chance at getting him. he'll probably be in LA or NY when his contract is up.

[Richie]

Davis will surely get the 5 year extension and will be with the Pelicans until 2021. Can't begin to imagine what the league will look like then, this kind of speculation is nonsense

[spurraider21]

:lol as if the pelicans would let him go. when he's an RFA they're gna give him the max or just match whatever he gets. his only alternative would be to sign the 1 year tender, but thats gna be pennies on the dollar considering the guaranteed $ he can sign up for

[Richie]

:lol as if the pelicans would let him go. when he's an RFA they're gna give him the max or just match whatever he gets. his only alternative would be to sign the 1 year tender, but thats gna be pennies on the dollar considering the guaranteed $ he can sign up for

Agreed, I don't see any player doing this.

[Captivus]

:lol as if the pelicans would let him go. when he's an RFA they're gna give him the max or just match whatever he gets. his only alternative would be to sign the 1 year tender, but thats gna be pennies on the dollar considering the guaranteed $ he can sign up for

If they match is because someone offered max...hope is the Spurs. You cant contend without a superstar, and this kid is. All stars will get you to the POs, but you need superstar to win it all.

[spurspokesman]

He will take his talents to south beach when miami gets rid of bosh to make room for him lol

[cjw]

Two more years until he's a RFA and then they'll lock him up with a max extension. Let's all move on here.

[Mal]

Great thread. Best big men will sign contract with Spurs, which will be without Pop, Duncan, Manu. :rolleyes

[snickles]

Unfortunately they have a horrible front office. Brandon Jennings and Josh Smith got $65m/3yr combined (Smith has a 4th year at $13.5m), which means they almost certainly lose Greg Monroe. Just terrible, you can't trust Joe Dumars with cap room.

not to mention all this happened right as they were almost done cleaning up the charlie villaneuva / ben gordon mess.....

[Mel_13]

He won't be available until 2019, at the earliest.

[SpurSwag]

What makes you think NOR wants to be a perennial loser? I'm pretty sure they're going to try to lock him up by the time he hits free agency. He's a franchise player you build a team around.

Of course, they aren't gonna want to lose him at all. What I'm saying is the only chance of us realistically acquiring him would be if he were to pull a Melo or Dwight and demand a trade out of there before he hits free agency, so the Pelicans would then be forced to deal him to get something back for him at least. There's pretty much no way he will sign as a free agent here, so trading for him is the only way I could see it happening and he would only be traded if he threatened to leave.

[poeticism707]

KG like play with TD like attitude. What is not to like about the kid?

This.

[G-Dawgg]

He looks like a retard..

[baseline bum]

Imagine KG if he didn't have to go up against Shaq, Dirk and Timmy in the playoffs. That's what Davis' career will be.

I mean, who is gonna challenge Davis? The other top PF right now are Griffin, Love and Aldridge. Just imagine what prime KG would do to them to get a taste of how dominant Davis can be.

There is such a lack of big men in the league that Davis should dominate the league. Hopefully the Pelicans don't screw it up for him, they already tossed away their 2014 pick on Jrue Holiday.

Wow, I didn't know they gave up Noel and a top 5 protected 2014 first. Philly won huge in that deal.

[Juggity]

He looks like a retard..

pretty shallow tbh. Dude's gonna win multiple MVPs, who the cares what he looks like

[Richie]

Wow, I didn't know they gave up Noel and a top 5 protected 2014 first. Philly won huge in that deal.

Big time. I actually really liked the idea of a Noel/Davis pairing too, could work the way Duncan/Splitter works. In fact, as Davis would rather shoot the mid range than bang in the post I think they would be an excellent pairing.

The Sixers really could be a force going forward. MCW/Wiggins/Noel could be a great core to build around, along with Pelicans pick and their own 2015 1st which will likely be high again. If they don't draft the equivalent of Austin Rivers (oh dear Pelicans) they could be great, gotta expect they'll end up with at least one good player from all their 2nd rounders too.

[baseline bum]

Big time. I actually really liked the idea of a Noel/Davis pairing too, could work the way Duncan/Splitter works. In fact, as Davis would rather shoot the mid range than bang in the post I think they would be an excellent pairing.

The Sixers really could be a force going forward. MCW/Wiggins/Noel could be a great core to build around, along with Pelicans pick and their own 2015 1st which will likely be high again. If they don't draft the equivalent of Austin Rivers (oh dear Pelicans) they could be great, gotta expect they'll end up with at least one good player from all their 2nd rounders too.

I doubt it. MCW puts up stats on a horrible team, so it's hard to get a handle on how good he is yet. Noel is a huge question mark since he has constantly been injured. I think he missed something like a year and a half of high school ball with knee injuries too. But what a defensive prospect he is if he can ever get and stay healthy. As for their draft picks, those are all huge question marks, since there is no Duncan, no LeBron, no Durant, etc in this draft. I mean no one you'd bet your kids' college fund on being an MVP level player. NBA history is littered with great looking college stars like Michael Beasley, Evan Turner, Derrick Williams, Hasheem Thabeet, OJ Mayo, Drew Gooden, Adam Morrison, Marvin Williams, Mike Dunleavy, etc who never amounted to anything. That's a really long rebuild Philadelphia has ahead of them.

[Richie]

I doubt it. MCW puts up stats on a horrible team, so it's hard to get a handle on how good he is yet. Noel is a huge question mark since he has constantly been injured. I think he missed something like a year and a half of high school ball with knee injuries too. But what a defensive prospect he is if he can ever get and stay healthy. As for their draft picks, those are all huge question marks, since there is no Duncan, no LeBron, no Durant, etc in this draft. I mean no one you'd bet your kids' college fund on being an MVP level player. NBA history is littered with great looking college stars like Michael Beasley, Evan Turner, Derrick Williams, Hasheem Thabeet, OJ Mayo, Drew Gooden, Adam Morrison, Marvin Williams, Mike Dunleavy, etc who never amounted to anything. That's a really long rebuild Philadelphia has ahead of them.

Oh I agree it's far too early to tell, but regardless of how good MCW turns out to be it's pretty clear that Philly did very well in last years draft. I'd say at worst estimate they've ended up with 2 of the best 5 players out of that draft, and either of Noel or MCW could end up the best player from the 2013 class.

I think worst case scenario, barring any trades, is that Philly becomes the 2010 Atlanta Hawks. A few good players who are #2 or #3 guys (Horford, Johnson, Smith, Crawford) who will get them to the playoffs but have a 2nd round ceiling and were never true contenders.

Best case scenario, they get a star and a strong role player in this draft, Noel puts on 30lbs and becomes an all-defensive player and MCW blossoms in to a Top 5 point guard. Throw in another solid player in next years draft and they could be contenders.

Who knows how it will play out, but I think they are in a great position. Still don't know why they traded away Spencer Hawes though, dudes a baller.

[Captivus]

I doubt it. MCW puts up stats on a horrible team, so it's hard to get a handle on how good he is yet. Noel is a huge question mark since he has constantly been injured. I think he missed something like a year and a half of high school ball with knee injuries too. But what a defensive prospect he is if he can ever get and stay healthy. As for their draft picks, those are all huge question marks, since there is no Duncan, no LeBron, no Durant, etc in this draft. I mean no one you'd bet your kids' college fund on being an MVP level player. NBA history is littered with great looking college stars like Michael Beasley, Evan Turner, Derrick Williams, Hasheem Thabeet, OJ Mayo, Drew Gooden, Adam Morrison, Marvin Williams, Mike Dunleavy, etc who never amounted to anything. That's a really long rebuild Philadelphia has ahead of them.

I watch MCW play and I really like him. He is tall, good court vision, like to attack the basket. I like him. He could end up being a bust but atm I like him.
PHI has 2 1st round picks and 5? 2nd round picks this year.
MCW, Young, Noel...this year pick could be huge.
Would PHI take Embiid if available? Can Noel and him play together.
Noel is already playing and theres a chance he gets a few minutes this season (at least I read that a few days ago). PHI probably knows how good or bad Nowl is.

But YES, PHI is in a great spot. Hope it works out.

[baseline bum]

I can't see it as being in a great position when your roster has 3 NBA quality players (MCW, Noel, and Young) and is on a 21 game losing streak. People used to say the same about Cleveland, and look how they have turned out. And Philly has no one as good as Kyrie Irving.

[Spursfanfromafar]

Philly is just punting on future potential and not even on current potential. Depending so much on the draft lottery is not always going to be successful. I suspect the 76ers will have a very long rebuild.

[Tbiggums47]

Cheer up fellas......We have Hanga, Betrans, and Lorbek in our future....Hopefully we can get them all to come over soon!

[PingPong]

Kid is ballin' 34pts, 11reb 2 assists against Atlanta today.