Marc Stein: Spurs are #1 on LaMarcus Aldridge's list

[Aztecfan03]

Well, if West is talking contender only, he's probably looking at POR, PHX, TOR, LAL, NY, HOU, DAL, SA

I don't get it. Why'd you list the teams that Aldridge interviewed. It's late, maybe i forgot aldridge saying same thing? but im sure he would look at more than just GS and SA.

[ironman2886]

Spurs fans on Woj's Twitter

http://i.imgur.com/7nfzVhB.gif?1

[BillMc]

The LMA interview tweets are beginning to read like a novel:

http://blog.mysanantonio.com/spursnation/2015/07/01/suns-in-lakers-out-spurs-lead-the-recruitment-of-lamarcus-aldridge-in-tweets/

[Silver&Black]

Spurs fans on Woj's Twitter

http://i.imgur.com/7nfzVhB.gif?1

I'm guilty...

[ViceCity86]

When I get nervous about all this LMA shit, I go check Lakersground... now THAT's misery :lol

If Spurs get Aldridge, should all Laker players and Byron starts crying "Shady Trade" and "Cronyism" b/c they forced unloaded Tiago Splitter to a team that doesnt need another big? Where a certain Popovich protege, ex-employee Budenholzer, happens to reside?

I like the Spurs FO but their incessant whining and bitching after Pau trade was low class (bleep). Popovich was crying cronyism b/c of the Jerry West connection. So did every Spurs fan I ever met. "Oh you only got those last 2 'ships b/c West hooked up the Lakers illegally."

Exactly why i loathe all these hypocrite a-holes. I look forward to the day where our guys develop and we seam roll all these mother effers




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67ShelbyGT wrote:


If Spurs get Aldridge, should all Laker players and Byron starts crying "Shady Trade" and "Cronyism" b/c they forced unloaded Tiago Splitter to a team that doesnt need another big? Where a certain Popovich protege, ex-employee Budenholzer, happens to reside?

I like the Spurs FO but their incessant whining and bitching after Pau trade was low class (bleep). Popovich was crying cronyism b/c of the Jerry West connection. So did every Spurs fan I ever met. "Oh you only got those last 2 'ships b/c West hooked up the Lakers illegally."




Exactly why i loathe all these hypocrite a-holes. I look forward to the day where our guys develop and we seam roll all these mother effers
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RIP Jack Haley 1964-2015.

[ElNono]

^ :lmao

[spursince#99]

This thread is gold.

[spursince#99]

However, it's already been confirmed from insides sources within the Aldridge camp that he's 100% Spur. Deal was pretty much in place prior to the dumping of Splitter. Also said that Aldridge has already purchased a home in San Antonio.

[spursince#99]

Lastly, was also said that Aldridge has been recruiting others to come to Spurs for vet min. Amongst names were Caron Butler. Aldridge is really high on him.

[Uriel]

:lol Lakers fans are salty they missed out on LMA

[Sean Cagney]

However, it's already been confirmed from insides sources within the Aldridge camp that he's 100% Spur. Deal was pretty much in place prior to the dumping of Splitter. Also said that Aldridge has already purchased a home in San Antonio.

Inside sources? Where man? Wait and see but nothing confirmed yet sides that one dude who started it. They were kind of confident though in dumping Splitter like they knew something, must agree there.

[spursince#99]

Inside sources? Where man? Wait and see but nothing confirmed yet sides that one dude who started it. They were kind of confident though in dumping Splitter like they knew something, must agree there.


Trust me on this one. I wouldn't bring this information public if I didn't wholeheartedly feel confident that these sources were reliable. 2 separate unrelated sources have provided the same information. Enjoy your night

[kobyz]

Corey maggette all over again, at the end will choose the big bucks...

[Blizzardwizard]

Trust me on this one. I wouldn't bring this information public if I didn't wholeheartedly feel confident that these sources were reliable. 2 separate unrelated sources have provided the same information. Enjoy your night

Hmm, you have sources eh? But do you have multiple sources?

[BillMc]

Spurs fans on Woj's Twitter

http://i.imgur.com/7nfzVhB.gif?1

My (admittedly sad) life the last two days between LMA and Manu retirement watch.

[z0sa]

Sometimes we can look at history as a harbinger of things to come. When LaMarcus was entering his freshman year of high school in the Dallas area back in 2000, Dirk Nowitzki had just completed his 2nd year in the league and was becoming an emerging star. Also at this time, there was a prize free agent at another Texas franchise further south. This free agent played the field and took his time coming to a decision. He toyed with the idea of joining the Orlando Magic, forming something along the lines of the Big Three we saw in Miami recently. Instead, he chose to stay at home and return to San Antonio. The key is, he didn't rush a decision. LaMarcus admires Duncan and is doing the same.

Great point.

And dare I say, could LaMarcus be waiting for Manu's decision before making his own?

[Sean Cagney]

Corey maggette all over again, at the end will choose the big bucks...

Spurs can offer him the max, that is big bucks.

[BatManu20]

Trust me on this one. I wouldn't bring this information public if I didn't wholeheartedly feel confident that these sources were reliable. 2 separate unrelated sources have provided the same information. Enjoy your night


https://tribalinsight.files.wordpress.com/2010/06/i-want-to-believe.jpg

[z0sa]

Still, I think at this point Pop has probably brainwashed Splitter to the point that he's happy to do his part to get Aldridge to SA.

http://cdn2-b.examiner.com/sites/default/files/styles/image_content_width/hash/4e/57/4e5791fa2dd9fdfd3b9528c628d65996.jpg?itok=vvaSW4kT
Splitter opinion on trade to ATL: "Just happy to be doing my part."

[Fireball]

If the Spurs land Aldridge, putting all the last off-seasons together could be called "poetry in motion" as well. And as with George Hill it is good to see Splitter getting traded in a somewhat familiar environment.

[Spurs 4 The Win]

Trust me on this one. I wouldn't bring this information public if I didn't wholeheartedly feel confident that these sources were reliable. 2 separate unrelated sources have provided the same information. Enjoy your night

I also have two insider sources telling me this, I can confirm this is true

[Uriel]

[Aldridge] was impressed by the Spurs' plan, which outlined how the franchise would be built around him and 24-year-old Kawhi Leonard, driven forward by the need for another championship to send off Tim Duncan with a sixth ring.

And yet the Spurs had a touch of old school in them, clearly trickling down from no-nonsense Coach Gregg Popovich, who seemed perfectly fine with not getting the first meeting with Aldridge.

The Lakers were with him until about 11 p.m. Tuesday, the Spurs taking their turn Wednesday morning in Los Angeles.

“I'm not calling anyone at midnight,” Popovich told the San Antonio Express-News on Monday. “I'll be in bed. And if that's the difference in someone coming or not coming, then I don't want them.”

http://latimes.com/sports/lakers/lakersnow/la-sp-ln-lamarcus-aldridge-lakers-20150701-story.html

[kobyz]

Spurs can offer him the max, that is big bucks.

Meant the bigger bucks of curse...

[BillMc]

I also have two insider sources telling me this, I can confirm this is true

I have no sources whatsoever but want to believe you very badly. :flag:

[Sean Cagney]

Meant the bigger bucks of curse...

The Max for him is the max, unless you mean the Bucks team... Spurs can offer him the max though and Phoenix cant outright.

[Axegrinder]

He means Blazers Sean..I think

[kobyz]

The Max for him is the max, unless you mean the Bucks team... Spurs can offer him the max though and Phoenix cant outright.

Portland can offer him bigger max, also if he goes elsewhere via s&t...

[DarkGinobili]

:flag:

[NASpurs]

Every fucker has a source nowadays.

[Sean Cagney]

Portland can offer him bigger max, also if he sign elsewhere via s&t...

He is not going back to Portland but yes the Suns can trade for him if he agrees to that. Good lord I thought I was negative until I met you, your depressing at times man :lol

[Sean Cagney]

He means Blazers Sean..I think

Yes he does but I think he is outta there bar none.

[Vic Petro]

Aldridge not going back to Portland per Blazers assistant coach.


"Well, people don't realize we just went young," Hughes tells WTHI of Terre Haute, Indiana. "We didn't publicize it, but we lost LaMarcus Aldridge. It hasn't been declared yet, but I'm sure he won't come back. We will go young."

http://www.oregonlive.com/blazers/index.ssf/2015/07/trail_blazers_assistant_coach_kim_hughes_says_lama .html

[NASpurs]

Aldridge not going back to Portland per Blazers assistant coach.



http://www.oregonlive.com/blazers/index.ssf/2015/07/trail_blazers_assistant_coach_kim_hughes_says_lama .html

:wow that's huge news

[BillMc]

:wow that's huge news

Probably just got himself fired. Pop wouldn't allow that.

[Silver&Black]

Aldridge not going back to Portland per Blazers assistant coach.



http://www.oregonlive.com/blazers/index.ssf/2015/07/trail_blazers_assistant_coach_kim_hughes_says_lama .html

That's great news. Down to us and PHX now I guess....

However; I'm not buying the LMA to PHX stuff. The only reason I even give it even a chance is because WOJ said it.

[NASpurs]

Probably just got himself fired. Pop wouldn't allow that.

Wow an assistant said that?! And here, we were worried that he might go back to Portland along with Monroe. One less team in the mix now and that team was the biggie.

[Stabula]

:wow that's huge news

[z0sa]

Aldridge not going back to Portland per Blazers assistant coach.



http://www.oregonlive.com/blazers/index.ssf/2015/07/trail_blazers_assistant_coach_kim_hughes_says_lama .html

If he ain't taking the money, then he's coming to the Spurs.

Book it. :lol

[Kori Ellis]

Aldridge not going back to Portland per Blazers assistant coach.



http://www.oregonlive.com/blazers/index.ssf/2015/07/trail_blazers_assistant_coach_kim_hughes_says_lama .html

It's funny that Kim Hughes broke the news, considering he used to play for the Spurs :lol

[timvp]

Oh damn.

http://i.imgur.com/OKepHAA.gif

[Uriel]

https://img.4plebs.org/boards/pol/image/1387/24/1387245361916.gif

[Aztecfan03]

I also have two insider sources telling me this, I can confirm this is true
he's going to the kings, tbh.

[Richie]

I honestly don't see how you can choose Brandon Knight, Eric Bledsoe and Tyson Chandler over Parker, Duncan, Kawhi and Pop

[Uriel]

I honestly don't see how you can choose Brandon Knight, Eric Bledsoe and Tyson Chandler over Parker, Duncan, Kawhi and Pop
Because winning there would be more special than winning in a place that already has multiple championships

[GSH]

Yesterday afternoon they announced that Draymond Green had broken off talks with Golden State. Last night they announced that he signed a fat contract with them. Rumors are like asses... you know the rest.


People would have just shit if Draymond had pulled a Stephen Jackson, because he didn't get enough love. Just for laughs, can you imagine what having Danny, Kawhi, Draymond, and Tim on the floor could do to offenses around the league? You think they could have played defense enough to finally please Pop?

[kobyz]

He is not going back to Portland but yes the Suns can trade for him if he agrees to that. Good lord I thought I was negative until I met you, your depressing at times man :lol

That what being a spurs fan do to you with all those bad stuff and curses all over the years like no other team...

[Uriel]

Yesterday afternoon they announced that Draymond Green had broken off talks with Golden State. Last night they announced that he signed a fat contract with them. Rumors are like asses... you know the rest.


People would have just shit if Draymond had pulled a Stephen Jackson, because he didn't get enough love. Just for laughs, can you imagine what having Danny, Kawhi, Draymond, and Tim on the floor could do to offenses around the league? You think they could have played defense enough to finally please Pop?
To be fair, those reports indicated that Green had only shut off contract talks to hear what others had to offer, but that he was still committed to signing with Golden State.

I wouldn't call these "rumors." They're reports by credible and respected journalists.

[z0sa]

That what being a spurs fan do to you with all those bad stuff and curses all over the years like no other team...

:lol we won 5 championships. Shut the fuck up.

InB4 but but but we should have won 8!!

[BillMc]

Project Spurs reports Mills was in the meeting with LMA:

http://projectspurs.com/2015-articles/report-mills-was-part-of-spurs-meeting-with-aldridge.html

If true, then:

1) It seems much much less likely that Patty will be shipped out to fit LMA's salary.
2) Timvp will need to update his meeting transcript with everyone forcing Patty to say "throw another one on the barbie"

Were Patty and LaMarcus particularly close during their time in Portland?

[FlAVaK]

^and add some towel-waving of course...

[BillMc]

^and add some towel-waving of course...

True. And no one is more qualified to contrast the Blazers experience with the Spurs experience than Patty.

Now if the Suns will just set...

[benfti]

To answer your earlier question, yes they where and still are

[benfti]

Not that I'm using this to illustrate my point but

https://twitter.com/patty_mills/status/234625746931437568

[spurspokesman]

As I mentioned before this is a move by LMA to not burn his bridges. One of these teams that he is visiting may very well be the team to give him a bigger contract if he bolts SA in two years (if he signs). So it's in his best interest to be courteous but I feel the FO has a firm commitment from him hence all there moves. The Monroe name drop(and so called great meetings) is all smoke and mirrors imo, LMA will be a spur.

[tesseractive]

Somebody (LMA's agent?) did a huge favor for the Suns by floating them as a credible alternative like that. That has to up their credibility with everyone else who's still out there.

[BillMc]

To answer your earlier question, yes they where and still are


Not that I'm using this to illustrate my point but

https://twitter.com/patty_mills/status/234625746931437568

Cheers. That's gotta help, even a little bit.

[mystargtr34]

Man I don't even wanna think about the badass lineup the Spurs will have with LA on board .. all the room it will open up for Kawhi on O..hopefully he's got his head on straight and picks the Spurs

Ps
Damn.. From a fellow spurstalk vet it's great to have timvp back.. Keep thinking I'm reading old threads seeing his name appear..

Welcome back!! And Kori too. Feels like old times.

[BillMc]

Man I don't even wanna think about the badass lineup the Spurs will have with LA on board .. all the room it will open up for Kawhi on O..hopefully he's got his head on straight and picks the Spurs

Ps
Damn.. From a fellow spurstalk vet it's great to have timvp back.. Keep thinking I'm reading old threads seeing his name appear..


Welcome back!! And Kori too. Feels like old times.

I second everything you say.

[TheGreatYacht]

Knicks just signed Afflalo, have a meeting with LMA today.

[pgardn]

Trust me on this one. I wouldn't bring this information public if I didn't wholeheartedly feel confident that these sources were reliable. 2 separate unrelated sources have provided the same information. Enjoy your night

Oh my.

You would not make the info public because it might what?
Get you to lose a reputation on a sports message board?


Hell.
We gotta believe with you sticking your neck out for us like this.
Thanks man.

We got a wood rat infestation.
And it's comical.

Bow down to the guy who gets the information out first, the Woj Syndrome. Breaking News... We got a poster on ST who claims inside sources have told him... Now I get a prize for breaking the breaking news.

[Texas_Ranger]

Some reporter will tweet that he got a source that told him that Aldridge really wants to play with Afflalo and that it would be special to win in New York, cause its more fun when you win with a loser franchise.

[BillMc]

Some reporter will tweet that he got a source that told him that Aldridge really wants to play with Afflalo and that it would be special to win in New York, cause its more fun when you win with a loser franchise.
:lol

They can spin it either way. "Loser franchise" or the next great disciple of Phil and his 11 rings.... The former is more applicable, I think.

[Knoxxx]

Oh my.

You would not make the info public because it might what?
Get you to lose a reputation on a sports message board?


Hell.
We gotta believe with you sticking your neck out for us like this.
Thanks man.

We got a wood rat infestation.
And it's comical.

Bow down to the guy who gets the information out first, the Woj Syndrome. Breaking News... We got a poster on ST who claims inside sources have told him... Now I get a prize for breaking the breaking news.

I have an inside connection too but had not even thought to use it. I just sent a text, will see what I can turn up. It goes from me to a friend then should go (hopefully) directly to a significant Spur. I need to be be deliberately vague about who. I guess I was too busy with work yesterday to think about trying that.

Thanks for ridiculing the other guy to remind me, and if I hear anything back will post info.

[Thomas82]

Cheers. That's gotta help, even a little bit.

And also Ime Udoka was a teammate of Aldridge, when Aldridge was a rookie.

[pgardn]

I have an inside connection too but had not even thought to use it. I just sent a text, will see what I can turn up. It goes from me to a friend then should go (hopefully) directly to a significant Spur. I need to be be deliberately vague about who. I guess I was too busy with work yesterday to think about trying that.

Thanks for ridiculing the other guy to remind me, and if I hear anything back will post info.

As long as I can break what you broke I feel alive and important.

[Marcus Bryant]

Aldridge not going back to Portland per Blazers assistant coach.



http://www.oregonlive.com/blazers/index.ssf/2015/07/trail_blazers_assistant_coach_kim_hughes_says_lama .html




http://cdn2.vox-cdn.com/assets/4196919/Spurs3.gif

[pgardn]

I have an inside connection too but had not even thought to use it. I just sent a text, will see what I can turn up. It goes from me to a friend then should go (hopefully) directly to a significant Spur. I need to be be deliberately vague about who. I guess I was too busy with work yesterday to think about trying that.

Thanks for ridiculing the other guy to remind me, and if I hear anything back will post info.

And this work stuff, this possible contribution to a functioning society...
Shame on you.

[hater]

Lets make this shit 100+ pages this morning bitches.

What u all had for breakfast? Burn toast and coffee for me

[hooperflash]

I think I'll make some toast too, I feel like having sushi later.

[spursparker9]

Some reporter will tweet that he got a source that told him that Aldridge really wants to play with Afflalo and that it would be special to win in New York, cause its more fun when you win with a loser franchise.

tbh NY will not win in the next 100 years (at least)

[look_at_g_shred]

Aldridge not going back to Portland per Blazers assistant coach.



http://www.oregonlive.com/blazers/index.ssf/2015/07/trail_blazers_assistant_coach_kim_hughes_says_lama .html
I feel like this should have its own thread :lol if true that is...

[cjw]

Portland can offer him bigger max, also if he goes elsewhere via s&t...

No no no, S&T is limited to 4 years / 4.5% raises. Stop taking what Jeff McDonald tweets as gospel!

[td4mvp2k]

Lets make this shit 100+ pages this morning bitches.

What u all had for breakfast? Burn toast and coffee for meim having the manu breakfast of champions.

[Beaverfuzz]

im having the manu breakfast of champions.

Apple TURNOVER? :lol :bobo

[bklynspursfan]

616599245693583360

[Fpoonsie]

616599245693583360

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[Roger Freemason Jr.]

616599245693583360

Today, he woke up with a clearer head. Let's hope it's the theme of the day.

[NASpurs]

Aldridge not going back to Portland per Blazers assistant coach.



http://www.oregonlive.com/blazers/index.ssf/2015/07/trail_blazers_assistant_coach_kim_hughes_says_lama .html

For the people that missed this news about the Blazers assistant coach saying that LaMarcus wasn't returning to Portland:

"Well, people don't realize we just went young," Hughes tells WTHI of Terre Haute, Indiana. "We didn't publicize it, but we lost LaMarcus Aldridge. It hasn't been declared yet, but I'm sure he won't come back. We will go young."

[DesignatedT]

Damn they met at 6AM? Early start.

[Roger Freemason Jr.]

In this case, the early bird did NOT get the worm.

[bigfan]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cu1JMbSLPvc

[Fpoonsie]

Damn they met at 6AM? Early start.

http://www.thecoli.com/styles/default/xenforo/smilies/mjlol.pngRight? I'd tell damn near anybody "no" that had me meet they asses at fukkin dawn.

Fukkin Canadians, breh.http://www.thecoli.com/styles/default/xenforo/smilies/snoop.png

[BatManu20]

At this point, if LMA doesn't sign with Spurs..

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CI6enS8UkAEvkd9.jpg

[Ron Swanson]

DING

[TheGoldStandard]

Aldridge is waiting for Matt Bonner to show up for a 2nd meeting with the Spurs. Of course Matt is in New Hampshire and doesn't have his phone on.

[DPG21920]

Aldridge not going back to Portland per Blazers assistant coach.



http://www.oregonlive.com/blazers/index.ssf/2015/07/trail_blazers_assistant_coach_kim_hughes_says_lama .html

I mean, I know it says Hughes is a big man coach, but how credible is this person? Any major story you would think would spread like wildfire, but this hasn't even gained steam at all. If POR is gone, LMA is a Spur.

One thing I was thinking about: Before this all started, many people felt that SA (if using cap space) would have very limited ability to keep Mills &/or Danny Green.

But with a committment from Green already (known variable) plus the ability to retain Mills (looks good, not for sure) that already gives the Spurs more depth than anyone could have imagined if they get LMA. Then you factor in the Room Exception and the very large 8.5M Trade Exception from the Tiago trade and they have so many more assets and tools to build out a roster.

[Mel_13]

I mean, I know it says Hughes is a big man coach, but how credible is this person? Any major story you would think would spread like wildfire, but this hasn't even gained steam at all. If POR is gone, LMA is a Spur.

One thing I was thinking about: Before this all started, many people felt that SA (if using cap space) would have very limited ability to keep Mills &/or Danny Green.

But with a committment from Green already (known variable) plus the ability to retain Mills (looks good, not for sure) that already gives the Spurs more depth than anyone could have imagined if they get LMA. Then you factor in the Room Exception and the very large 8.5M Trade Exception from the Tiago trade and they have so many more assets and tools to build out a roster.

They'll have to renounce that TE in order to create the cap space to sign Aldridge.

[Roger Freemason Jr.]

I mean, I know it says Hughes is a big man coach, but how credible is this person? Any major story you would think would spread like wildfire, but this hasn't even gained steam at all. If POR is gone, LMA is a Spur.

One thing I was thinking about: Before this all started, many people felt that SA (if using cap space) would have very limited ability to keep Mills &/or Danny Green.

But with a committment from Green already (known variable) plus the ability to retain Mills (looks good, not for sure) that already gives the Spurs more depth than anyone could have imagined if they get LMA. Then you factor in the Room Exception and the very large 8.5M Trade Exception from the Tiago trade and they have so many more assets and tools to build out a roster.

Dude, relax, I'm already as hard as a diamond..

[101A]

That's great news. Down to us and PHX now I guess....

However; I'm not buying the LMA to PHX stuff. The only reason I even give it even a chance is because WOJ said it.

One of the reasons Woj gets scoops and all of his insider info is because he does favors for teams when it doesn't hurt his credibility; runs positive stories, etc - that he later can cash in for access. Phoenix does not make sense from either a basketball, or monetary situation; it only serves to build up that franchise/or an agent related to recent deals with them. Could Woj's "Neck and Neck" tweet be a favor he extended for future access/scoops? After all, it is not a "this is happening" tweet - it is a "this could go either way" tweet.

[NASpurs]

I mean, I know it says Hughes is a big man coach, but how credible is this person? Any major story you would think would spread like wildfire, but this hasn't even gained steam at all. If POR is gone, LMA is a Spur.

One thing I was thinking about: Before this all started, many people felt that SA (if using cap space) would have very limited ability to keep Mills &/or Danny Green.

But with a committment from Green already (known variable) plus the ability to retain Mills (looks good, not for sure) that already gives the Spurs more depth than anyone could have imagined if they get LMA. Then you factor in the Room Exception and the very large 8.5M Trade Exception from the Tiago trade and they have so many more assets and tools to build out a roster.


616612912359059456

[Aggie Hoopsfan]

One of the reasons Woj gets scoops and all of his insider info is because he does favors for teams when it doesn't hurt his credibility; runs positive stories, etc - that he later can cash in for access. Phoenix does not make sense from either a basketball, or monetary situation; it only serves to build up that franchise/or an agent related to recent deals with them. Could Woj's "Neck and Neck" tweet be a favor he extended for future access/scoops? After all, it is not a "this is happening" tweet - it is a "this could go either way" tweet.

I really think people are overlooking the fact that Brevin Knight and Aldridge share the same agent.

I don't think there's a shot in hell that LA goes to Phoenix. I think this is a case of an agent having a star in Aldridge give some credibility to Phoenix in the free agent market by showing interest there to help his guy Knight out.

Aldridge says it's between Phoenix and SA, comes to SA, while Phoenix gets the PR boost to get another piece for Knight and his team.

Spurs fans shouldn't be sweating this news.

[Old School 44]

Just wondering if anyone knows when is the earliest we might here Aldridge's decision? Has he already met with all the teams he was interested in?

[Roger Freemason Jr.]

One of the reasons Woj gets scoops and all of his insider info is because he does favors for teams when it doesn't hurt his credibility; runs positive stories, etc - that he later can cash in for access. Phoenix does not make sense from either a basketball, or monetary situation; it only serves to build up that franchise/or an agent related to recent deals with them. Could Woj's "Neck and Neck" tweet be a favor he extended for future access/scoops? After all, it is not a "this is happening" tweet - it is a "this could go either way" tweet.

I doubt it's that empty. Phoenix hasn't been great, but their pitch was based around how Aldridge would immediately be the face of the franchise. No other team can offer him that, besides Knicks, but let's be serious. Anyhow, the allure of that idea will fade, and he'll go where he can truly contend (ie: Spurs, Rockets).

[hater]

Maybe phoenix does have a great plan for the future.

That is a possibility.

[BatManu20]

Quick Update: Chris Broussard on SC just now said he's hearing this morning Spurs are still the favorites. Said Suns impressed LMA in yesterday's meeting, but that he doesn't think it's as close as some other do, and that SA is clear favorite. No new information here, but it just seems like everything is pointing our direction. Hope his "sources" are right.

[BillMc]

I mean, I know it says Hughes is a big man coach, but how credible is this person? Any major story you would think would spread like wildfire, but this hasn't even gained steam at all. If POR is gone, LMA is a Spur.

One thing I was thinking about: Before this all started, many people felt that SA (if using cap space) would have very limited ability to keep Mills &/or Danny Green.

But with a committment from Green already (known variable) plus the ability to retain Mills (looks good, not for sure) that already gives the Spurs more depth than anyone could have imagined if they get LMA. Then you factor in the Room Exception and the very large 8.5M Trade Exception from the Tiago trade and they have so many more assets and tools to build out a roster.

As Mills was a member of the LMA presentation group, I am certain they plan (and know) how to keep him. They wouldn't bring someone in to woo a free agent if that person is going to be gone. RC and Pop have this figured out.

[BillMc]

Just wondering if anyone knows when is the earliest we might here Aldridge's decision? Has he already met with all the teams he was interested in?

Isn't he meeting with the Knicks right now?

[DPG21920]

They'll have to renounce that TE in order to create the cap space to sign Aldridge.

Damn it :lol Totally spaced that one

http://i.imgur.com/9ReRvb8.png

[hater]

After the holidays. Lamar is meeting with Obama, Congress, the Pope and Donald Trump to cross all his Ts and Is.

[Mel_13]

As Mills was a member of the LMA presentation group, I am certain they plan (and know) how to keep him. They wouldn't bring someone in to woo a free agent if that person is going to be gone. RC and Pop have this figured out.

The plan is the willingness of Tim Duncan to take whatever is leftover after signing LMA while keeping Mills. Really remarkable.

[Roger Freemason Jr.]

Quick Update: Chris Broussard on SC just now said he's hearing this morning Spurs are still the favorites. Said Suns impressed LMA in yesterday's meeting, but that he doesn't think it's as close as some other do, and that SA is clear favorite. No new information here, but it just seems like everything is pointing our direction. Hope his "sources" are right.

CB has been on point this off-season, not going to lie. A redemptive period to say the least.

[Ron Swanson]

Quick Update: Chris Broussard on SC just now said he's hearing this morning Spurs are still the favorites. Said Suns impressed LMA in yesterday's meeting, but that he doesn't think it's as close as some other do, and that SA is clear favorite. No new information here, but it just seems like everything is pointing our direction. Hope his "sources" are right.

100 pages before lunch. Let's go.

[in2deep]

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[in2deep]

"Spurs are believed to be in a dead heat with the Phoenix Suns (http://www.azcentral.com/story/sports/nba/suns/2015/07/01/phoenix-suns-lamarcus-aldridge-free-agency/29587497/)to win the Aldridge sweepstakes."

[Roger Freemason Jr.]

This is insane. Suns or Spurs? If there ever was a no-brainer..

[lmbebo]

"Spurs are believed to be in a dead heat with the Phoenix Suns (http://www.azcentral.com/story/sports/nba/suns/2015/07/01/phoenix-suns-lamarcus-aldridge-free-agency/29587497/)to win the Aldridge sweepstakes."




Can't believe we'd be competing against an inept owner and organization.

[Ron Swanson]

If this guy picks Phoenix... :lol

[Roger Freemason Jr.]

By the way, I'm young and wasn't around during the rivalry years but..

Suns fans are seriously some of the biggest shitheads I've seen.

[spursfan09]

The Suns? Are you kidding me? Really?

[in2deep]

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[in2deep]

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[TheGoldStandard]

Parker had to have said something to screw us up a little

[xellos88330]

By the way, I'm young and wasn't around during the rivalry years but..

Suns fans are seriously some of the biggest shitheads I've seen.

Phoenix fans cannot stand the Spurs. My sister lives in Phoenix and every time I go to visit, I am always rocking my Spurs gear. I love wearing the "Got Rings?" shirt. I get all kinds of comments about how the Spurs "cheated" and how the league "fixed" it for the Spurs to beat the Suns. The Spurs put an end to a great Suns era before it even began. Hence all the hate. It is almost like the way I felt about the Jazz back in the day.

[Beaverfuzz]

Maybe phoenix does have a great plan for the future.

That is a possibility.

Rise from the ashes to achieve 8th place in the West...you can do that in Portland for more money and a better team!

[kobyz]

They'll have to renounce that TE in order to create the cap space to sign Aldridge.

What the hell?! Since when it's a role???

[BillMc]

What could the Suns possibly have done to even be close??????

Hire all of LMA's family to illegal contracts?

Extortion?

Sex acts illegal in conservative states???

What??

[Beaverfuzz]

Parker had to have said something to screw us up a little

You do know that the PG sleeps with everyone's wife/girlfriend right? :lol :bobo

[Mel_13]

What the hell?! Since when it's a role???

If you'll rephrase your question into comprehensible English, I'll be happy to answer.

[Roger Freemason Jr.]

Phoenix fans cannot stand the Spurs. My sister lives in Phoenix and every time I go to visit, I am always rocking my Spurs gear. I love wearing the "Got Rings?" shirt. I get all kinds of comments about how the Spurs "cheated" and how the league "fixed" it for the Spurs to beat the Suns. The Spurs put an end to a great Suns era before it even began. Hence all the hate. It is almost like the way I felt about the Jazz back in the day.

I remember going to both games we lost against them when they swept us. You'd think they'd get that silver and black stick out of their asses after pulling that off. The hate I see from them isn't healthy, doesn't help that most of them are probably racist.

[TheGoldStandard]

You do know that the PG sleeps with everyone's wife/girlfriend right? :lol :bobo

I was thinking more along the lines of "Well after last season I don't think we're title contenders anymore" ala 2011

[Ron Swanson]

I won't lie... I woke up in the middle of the night and checked my phone for news.

[Texas_Ranger]

Aldridge should just ask Dragic how good of a organization the Suns are. They are gonna probaby sign 2 PF's as soon as he arrives.

[JR3]

Does anyone know when the last scheduled meeting is?

[Roger Freemason Jr.]

Does anyone know when the last scheduled meeting is?

This afternoon with the Knicks.

[xellos88330]

I remember going to both games we lost against them when they swept us. You'd think they'd get that silver and black stick out of their asses after pulling that off. The hate I see from them isn't healthy, doesn't help that most of them are probably racist.

That sweep was only consolation. Basically, the Suns were primed to be raped again, but the Spurs just got sick of trying to fuck the same piece of ass again and couldn't get it up. Meanwhile, Phoenix was happy to escape cleanly this time. This is pretty funny though because now the Spurs have found a new way to fuck the Suns. I feel bad for the Suns because now the Spurs have a new interesting way to rape again.

[Roger Freemason Jr.]

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[vander]

This is taking too long. The guy has been weighing his options for months now. Just make a decision already. I mean really? Meeting with the Raps and Knicks? Got to be kidding me

[Spur|n|Austin]

If you'll rephrase your question into comprehensible English, I'll be happy to answer.

Good luck with that.

[Beaverfuzz]

That sweep was only consolation. Basically, the Suns were primed to be raped again, but the Spurs just got sick of trying to fuck the same piece of ass again and couldn't get it up. Meanwhile, Phoenix was happy to escape cleanly this time. This is pretty funny though because now the Spurs have found a new way to fuck the Suns. I feel bad for the Suns because now the Spurs have a new interesting way to rape again.

You have to give them a bone every now and then. But seriously, Phoenix? Wow, what a shithole organization.

[Texas_Ranger]

I thought this guy wants to win but now after all this meetings with shitty teams i am not sure anymore.

[Roger Freemason Jr.]

I thought this guy wants to win but now after all this meetings with shitty teams i am not sure anymore.

Maybe his momma wants him to exhaust all his options before he makes a decision?

However, I couldn't imagine she isn't supporting him coming to San Antonio, since her grandson lives there, and Tony Parker gave her the ol' in and out.

[NASpurs]

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[NASpurs]

There goes plan B :lol

[Roger Freemason Jr.]

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You're fast, beat me to it.

[Roger Freemason Jr.]

By the way, I like the way the Bucks are looking.

[Texas_Ranger]

Well there goes our back up plan. :-)

[hater]

:lol if we don't get Alridge

[Rev Hill]

Realistic Aldridge, like any of us, would want a nights sleep to soak it all in, and thoughtfully make his decision. I expect something this evening, prior to the holidays this weekend. Praying its the Spurs and per below, I'm taking the approach that it will be.

Probably already discussed, but assuming Aldridge will don the #23 jersey of the Spurs. Wore #23 at Texas. At Portland switched to #12 as I believe Darius Miles had #23 at that time, plus believe he wore #12 in high school. Obviously #12 is retired here. Don't believe anyone on Spurs has #23 now. Now just need some of the photoshop folks out there to create the "Aldridge in #23 Spurs jersey" as prep to the announcement (again, maybe the pic is already out there and I just haven't seen).

Hook'em and come home to south Texas LaMarcus.

[JR3]

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So... what was plan C again?

[JR3]

This afternoon with the Knicks.
Thanks! I'm not going to sweat it until later this afternoon then....

[Texas_Ranger]

So... what was plan C again?

David West. :lol

[Marcus Bryant]

Interesting he commits before Aldridge.

[Roger Freemason Jr.]

Plan C: "Deandre, you like big ol' women?"

[NASpurs]

So... what was plan C again?

David West and Robin Lopez? :lol

[Texas_Ranger]

Soon we will all want Tiago back.

[ducks]

David Aldridge ‏@daldridgetnt · 2h2 hours ago
Raptors did well in meeting with LaMarcus Aldridge, but it is unlikely he picks the Raptors, per source.

[JR3]

David West and Robin Lopez? :lol
we would be screwed...lol

[look_at_g_shred]

Well there goes the rumor that Lamarcus was waiting for him to sign with Portland to join up :lol I think is even more unlikely now he goes back to POR.

[cjw]

Aldridge should just ask Dragic how good of a organization the Suns are. They are gonna probaby sign 2 PF's as soon as he arrives.

Or Alex Len. Draft a developmental C and then plop Tyson Chandler in front of him. Suns should have been all over guys like Middleton, Green, Carroll instead with their cap space. Now, they have two guys who probably can't play together:

Len's shot chart: http://i.imgur.com/1IlN31c.png
Chandler shot chart: http://vorped.com/1-nba/2014-2015/player/992/tyson-chandler/shotchart/

Bledsoe can't shoot either, but at least Knight is okay from the right wing.

[SpursFan86]

Ehh, I'm actually glad Monroe went ahead and chose Milwaukee. Didn't really want him here for the type of money we'd have to give him, and now Portland's "we're signing Monroe and you for the max" pitch just went out the window.

[hater]

Demonkey it is

[Roger Freemason Jr.]

It's not happening.

http://www.brightsideofthesun.com/2015/7/2/8881977/phoenix-suns-chandler-aldridge-cap-magic

[ace3g]

Adrian Wojnarowski @WojYahooNBA
(https://twitter.com/WojYahooNBA)Monroe will sign a three year deal, with a player option on the third year, league sources tell Yahoo Sports.

[DPG21920]

IMO - that's a good sign for SA. Monroe to the Bucks was likely (if at all) the only big selling point left for LMA beside money. Now that it's gone, might mean people know LMA is gone from POR.

[SpursFan86]

In the event LMA actually does come here, I wonder if there's any way at all we could get Pachulia from Milwaukee. He actually had a really solid year last year, and would be a fantastic backup center. Probably a pipedream...not sure what we could give Milwaukee. But they already have Henson, Miles Plumlee, and now Monroe.

[NASpurs]

It's not happening.

http://www.brightsideofthesun.com/2015/7/2/8881977/phoenix-suns-chandler-aldridge-cap-magic

So basically the charges on the Morris twins are fucking the Suns over? :lmao

[GooberNuts]

So now it's basically Aldridge or bust? Although the Monroe signing hopefully takes Portland out of serious contention

[cjw]

It's not happening.

http://www.brightsideofthesun.com/2015/7/2/8881977/phoenix-suns-chandler-aldridge-cap-magic

Kings dumping salary on Philly makes it more difficult for Philly to take on more salary, and their asking price is extreme. Or the Kings are plain stupid.

[ace3g]

Adrian Wojnarowski @WojYahooNBA
(https://twitter.com/WojYahooNBA)Greg Monroe will sign a three-year, $50M deal with the Bucks, including the player option on the final year, sources tell Yahoo.

[Das Texan]

LMA signing in Phoenix appears beyond far fetched.

Has to just be all conjecture to keep things interesting.

Makes no sense

[TheGoldStandard]

Koufus and Bargnani are waiting in the wings..

[GSH]

"Spurs are believed to be in a dead heat with the Phoenix Suns (http://www.azcentral.com/story/sports/nba/suns/2015/07/01/phoenix-suns-lamarcus-aldridge-free-agency/29587497/)to win the Aldridge sweepstakes."




Yep. One is dead, the other is hot. Strange choice of phrasing, but accurate enough.

[ace3g]

Marc J. Spears @SpearsNBAYahoo
(https://twitter.com/SpearsNBAYahoo)The Hawks have agreed to terms on a multi-year contract with 7-3 center Walter Tavares, a source told Yahoo Sports.

[Chinook]

Marc J. Spears @SpearsNBAYahoo
(https://twitter.com/SpearsNBAYahoo)The Hawks have agreed to terms on a multi-year contract with 7-3 center Walter Tavares, a source told Yahoo Sports.



Yeah, that Splitter trade is awful now. It's not even good if the Spurs get LMA.

[TheGoldStandard]

Marc J. Spears @SpearsNBAYahoo
(https://twitter.com/SpearsNBAYahoo)The Hawks have agreed to terms on a multi-year contract with 7-3 center Walter Tavares, a source told Yahoo Sports.



So not apart of the Splitter deal

[Robz4000]

:lol if the Spurs lose out on LMA...

[yavozerb]

Yeah, that Splitter trade is awful now. It's not even good if the Spurs get LMA.

:rolleyes, Spurs needed cap room and they got it. end of story, nothing more to see here. Be happy with a trade exception

[SpursFan86]

Could it be a sign and trade for Splitter? :lol Wishful thinking...

[hater]

:lol if the Spurs lose out on LMA...

[baseline bum]

Looks like Robin Lopez should be the new Plan B.

[Marcus Bryant]

Adrian Wojnarowski @WojYahooNBA
(https://twitter.com/WojYahooNBA)Monroe will sign a three year deal, with a player option on the third year, league sources tell Yahoo Sports.



Makes sense for Monroe, with the cap going to eleventy billion next year want to be in a position to get a new max deal in the prime of his career while still getting a significant amount guaranteed today. Left some money on table.

Makes sense for Bucks, if Monroe busts, don't end up with one of those longer term deals at $20MM per weighing down your cap for years. Of course, getting a player to Milwaukee is not easy so you do risk losing him in the near term.

[GooberNuts]

Well, fuck. Who else does Atlanta own the rights to?

[Blizzardwizard]

LMA HAS SIGNED WITH PHOENIX. MAX DEAL. CONFIRMED BY SOURCES*










*Tspence

[baseline bum]

Koufus and Bargnani are waiting in the wings..

I'll drink a gallon of bleach if the Spurs sign Bustnani.

[Marcus Bryant]

So not apart of the Splitter deal

Not necessarily. Spurs East just following orders.

[Ignignokt]

By the way, I like the way the Bucks are looking.

Sup Blake

[Ron Swanson]

Koufus and Bargnani are waiting in the wings..

http://stream1.gifsoup.com/view3/4179281/stewie-gun-in-mouth-o.gif

[Robz4000]

I'll drink a gallon of bleach if the Spurs sign Bustnani.

Its actually more likely than you think, unfortunately...

[Chinook]

:rolleyes, Spurs needed cap room and they got it. end of story, nothing more to see here. Be happy with a trade exception

Fuck that. They didn't NEED anything until/unless Aldridge signed on.

[TheGoldStandard]

I'll drink a gallon of bleach if the Spurs sign Bustnani.

Imagine Bargs and Bonner in the same lineup.. Pops comment: who needs viagra when you got those two

[TheGoldStandard]

Not necessarily. Spurs East just following orders.

I wonder for how much and if so how that could work for Spurs.. It would have to be tiny ass salary

[hater]

Splitter would become the new Scola IMO

[hater]

on that note. Could we get back Scola?

[ninjaskrzypek]

I wonder for how much and if so how that could work for Spurs.. It would have to be tiny ass salary


Hmmmmm. Hear on radio today LA does not want to play center at all and that's a big factor. Imagine Pop calling Atlanta and telling them to throw them Tavares.

[Marcus Bryant]

I wonder for how much and if so how that could work for Spurs.. It would have to be tiny ass salary

Or, Hawks trade his rights.

Still no news from either organization about any of this.

[GSH]

My favorite tweet of the free agent season, so far: #Knicks left a positive impression on Robin Lopez after their meeting last nite. "Interest is mutual, that's for sure," source says.

Sort of like courting the ugly girl that works at 7-11 and hoping she'll notice you.

[baseline bum]

Its actually more likely than you think, unfortunately...

I wouldn't want that faggot at league minimum. He's a much worse version of Jefferson. I would pay Bonner $10 million before I'd pay Bustnani $5 million.

[Roger Freemason Jr.]

Hmmmmm. Hear on radio today LA does not want to play center at all and that's a big factor. Imagine Pop calling Atlanta and telling them to throw them Tavares.

That report was floating around all day yesterday, but again, was reported by Gambo-douchebag.
No confirmation of such a thing, and could you imagine? Nobody is that big of a baby.

[Dex]

SCOLA THREAD!

[Robz4000]

I wouldn't want that faggot at league minimum. He's a much worse version of Jefferson. I would pay Bonner $10 million before I'd pay Bustnani $5 million.

:Pop: "He spreads the floor and is a high-character guy. What's not to like?"

And that opinion is all that matters in the end...

[NASpurs]

:lmao :lmao :lmao :lmao

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[NASpurs]

His reasoning is solid but to be spurned by Greg fucking Monroe :lol

[hater]

SCOLA THREAD!

those were the days when we use to make 100+ meltdown pages about a scrub like Scola :lol

[hater]

or Spanoulis :lol

[Roger Freemason Jr.]

:lmao :lmao :lmao :lmao

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He's not lying.

[TheGoldStandard]

:Pop: "He spreads the floor and is a high-character guy. What's not to like?"

And that opinion is all that matters in the end...

Plus he's a wine afficienato

[NASpurs]

He's not lying.

What an age we live in :lol

Bucks >>>>> Lakers, Knicks, Blazers

[spursparker9]

:lmao :lmao :lmao :lmao

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:lol

Has Monroe played in the playoffs yet?

[DPG21920]

:lmao :lmao :lmao :lmao

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This sort of piggy-backs the point I was making. Monroe was probably waiting to see about LMA to POR. With LMA, Monroe probably saw Lillard/Monroe/LMA as a good fit and possible playoff team, but no LMA, no deal.

[Duncan2177]

That report was floating around all day yesterday, but again, was reported by Gambo-douchebag.
No confirmation of such a thing, and could you imagine? Nobody is that big of a baby.

And if that was the case I'm sure Duncan would have no problem playing the 5.

[Obstructed_View]

As Mills was a member of the LMA presentation group, I am certain they plan (and know) how to keep him. They wouldn't bring someone in to woo a free agent if that person is going to be gone. RC and Pop have this figured out.

It seems like the Suns did precisely that.

[Roger Freemason Jr.]

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[szkorhetz]

If we miss out on everybody, I can see us getting Hibbert for our capspace, TBH.

[GSH]

or Spanoulis :lol

Oh good Lord! All the slobbering over Spanoulis. And Ioannos Bourousis? Remember? He was (supposedly) THIS close to leaving the Euroleague and signing with the Spurs. I think those two filled as many pages as LMA is.

[hater]

well Lamar is turning 31 soon. He's no spring chicken.

If he wants to win NOW, SPurs would be best bet. Although the negative part is that if Duncan, Manu retire next year, we'd pretty much be in the same boat as Phoenix.

IMO what's hurting Spurs the most is that Duncan has 1 foot out the door.

[Texas_Ranger]

Monroe is a smart guy, now lets hope Aldridge does the same and wants to win.

[Obstructed_View]

So not apart of the Splitter deal

He could probably only be a part of the deal if the Spurs missed out on LMA. I don't see how his signing a deal would change that in any way.

[cd98]

Suns can't even get a contract signed because they don't have the space. So basically they have to get a commitment from Alderidge and then salary dump half their team. And under one of two scenarios, they can only trade with Portland and Dallas. Seems like at lot of obstacles that need to happen. And if they fall through, the other suitors may have already moved onto plan B. I'm just assuming Aldridge goes to the best team that has cleared a path already.

[BillMc]

Suns can't even get a contract signed because they don't have the space. So basically they have to get a commitment from Alderidge and then salary dump half their team. And under one of two scenarios, they can only trade with Portland and Dallas. Seems like at lot of obstacles that need to happen. And if they fall through, the other suitors may have already moved onto plan B. I'm just assuming Aldridge goes to the best team that has cleared a path already.

Everything you say is completely logical. Let's hope it happens.

[cd98]

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Hope he considers the Spurs management that has been top notch at roster building versus the Suns management and owner who have consistently made bad roster moves and can't be trusted to put together a contending team.

[Marcus Bryant]

Oh good Lord! All the slobbering over Spanoulis. And Ioannos Bourousis? Remember? He was (supposedly) THIS close to leaving the Euroleague and signing with the Spurs. I think those two filled as many pages as LMA is.

Ah yes. Back when the Euroleague was going to take over the basketball world and the NBA was to lose all its stars.

Where is that Greek poster who used to spam this forum about the eleventy billion euro contracts players could get in Greece?

Probably standing in line at an ATM in Athens.

[Roger Freemason Jr.]

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Tyson Chandler over Tim Duncan? If that's what it comes down to, and he selects the Suns, then he is a fucking retard, and he's insulting the entire franchise. Tyson Chandler, what a joke.

[hater]

Ah yes. Back when the Euroleague was going to take over the basketball world and the NBA was to lose all its stars.

Where is that Greek poster who used to spam this forum about the eleventy billion euro contracts players could get in Greece?

Probably standing in line at an ATM in Athens.

:lol KillBillPanna

don't believe they have internet over there anymore

[Texas_Ranger]

Tyson fucking Chandler. :lmao

[Duncan2177]

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Tyson Chandler over Tim Duncan? If that's what it comes down to, and he selects the Suns, then he is a fucking retard, and he's insulting the entire franchise. Tyson Chandler, what a joke.

:lmao

[bobcatfan4life]

well Lamar is turning 31 soon. He's no spring chicken.

If he wants to win NOW, SPurs would be best bet. Although the negative part is that if Duncan, Manu retire next year, we'd pretty much be in the same boat as Phoenix.

IMO what's hurting Spurs the most is that Duncan has 1 foot out the door.

He's turning 30 july 19...

[Ignignokt]

KillBillPanna is Infinite Limit.

Same euro trash propaganda if you notice.

[hater]

He's turning 30 july 19...

and soon after 31 :D

[cd98]

So if the Mavs had just resigned Chandler they could have also got Alderidge? Major fail, if true.

[NASpurs]

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Just give him the max Knicks. Only way anyone will play there and sometimes... not even that's enough. :lol

[cjw]

616633938052648960

Tyson Chandler over Tim Duncan? If that's what it comes down to, and he selects the Suns, then he is a fucking retard, and he's insulting the entire franchise. Tyson Chandler, what a joke.

Chandler may have less useful years left in him than Duncan. Which is saying a lot considering Duncan's age.

Don't get me wrong, Chandler is a good post defender / rebounder / pick & roll guy attacking the basket. But he's not going to help floor spacing and half the allure to Aldridge's game is ability to go high or low.

[Texas_Ranger]

Spurs should sign Dalembert. He and Chandler are pretty much the same shit right now.

Still cant believe Chandler is a major factor in this. :lol

[K...]

:lol KillBillPanna

don't believe they have internet over there anymore

Arkansas?


Regarding Tavares...I don't imagine he'd come cheap. If Atlanta goes with 4 bigs hor, split, millsp, Tavares, who starts?

Just trying to read the tea leaves, Tavares as plan C is fair if we get the right pieces. I imagine both Atlanta and S.A. Are good spots up induce Tavares to come over. The timing isn't really suspicious either way. The contract amount is, though.

[hater]

yup like I said. What's hurting is that Duncan has 1 foot out the door.

[PingPong]

So Aldridge likes Tyson Chandler and wants him as a mentor. But the Spurs has...

http://i.imgur.com/nLk1SSZ.jpg

http://projectspurs.com/2015-articles/report-mills-was-part-of-spurs-meeting-with-aldridge.html

[Marcus Bryant]

Greece is a national dumpster fire.

[Roger Freemason Jr.]

He fucking did it. The motherfucker did it.

[Clipper Nation]

KillBillPanna is Infinite Limit. Same euro trash propaganda if you notice.Nah, Infinite_limit is @Newcastle_KEG.

[Roger Freemason Jr.]

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[Marcus Bryant]

The only way Aldridge to Phoenix works is if he takes significantly less than max or they gut the roster and go with a six man rotation.

[BillMc]

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Just give him the max Knicks. Only way anyone will play there and sometimes... not even that's enough. :lol

Truth....

I predict Phil's ring count is still the same by the time this NY gig is over.

[Roger Freemason Jr.]

Woj just tweeted and deleted a tweet that said Aldridge plans on signing a max with the Suns, and that the Spurs were informed this morning.

[Marcus Bryant]

He fucking did it. The motherfucker did it.

sup?

[Mugen]

Woj just tweeted and deleted a tweet that said Aldridge plans on signing a max with the Suns, and that the Spurs were informed this morning.

Fake twitter

[Marcus Bryant]

Oh.

[NASpurs]

Woj just tweeted and deleted a tweet that said Aldridge plans on signing a max with the Suns, and that the Spurs were informed this morning.

You sure it wasn't Wojtek?

[Roger Freemason Jr.]

Whew, I got swindled. It was a fake tweet, by a very convincing fake Woj account.

[scramby eggs]

if we get LMA I doubt the Banger or Ayers comes back. Pop and RC totally disrespecting these guys with all the attention they are throwing on LMA.

[DesignatedT]

Lol

[BillMc]

No matter the results, I have enjoyed the headline "Aldridge Not Impressed By the Lakers" being plastered all over the ESPN front page for a day and a half.

[hater]

if we get LMA I doubt the Banger or Ayers comes back. Pop and RC totally disrespecting these guys with all the attention they are throwing on LMA.

:lmao

WTF

[NASpurs]

Whew, I got swindled. It was a fake tweet, by a very convincing fake Woj account.

Fucking lefty and that Wojtek account :lol

[Wu36]

Just trade for Hibbert and sign West

[szkorhetz]

Whew, I got swindled. It was a fake tweet, by a very convincing fake Woj account.
My heart literally stopped when I first read that...

[Obstructed_View]

Truth....

I predict Phil's ring count is still the same by the time this NY gig is over.

Unless he marries Constanzia this year, I think you're right.

[NASpurs]

My heart literally stopped when I first read that...

Literally? Might wanna call an ambulance bro :lol

[Texas_Ranger]

He still has a meeting with the Knicks. So i dont expect a decision soon. He should also schedule a meeting with the Bobcats or Sixers cause i bet he loves to listen to shit.

[Aggie Hoopsfan]

if we get LMA I doubt the Banger or Ayers comes back. Pop and RC totally disrespecting these guys with all the attention they are throwing on LMA.

Just do yourself and us a favor and log off for the day. Idiotic post. They know their role on the team, and it isn't to start and put up 23 and 10 every night.

[RGMCSE]

Fake twitter

out of all the fake shit being reported, this one got me. :pctoss:pctoss:pctoss:pctoss

[Ron Swanson]

if we get LMA I doubt the Banger or Ayers comes back. Pop and RC totally disrespecting these guys with all the attention they are throwing on LMA.

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