Divine Treasury of Boban Marjanovic

[ceperez]

Gortat is a hard cover for West- 1) Gortat is good and 2) West is giving up at least 4 inches

How many inches is Gortat giving up on Marjanovic?

Using your math, it seems like it is 6 inches.

[dabom]

Some big players just don't know what to do when someone bigger comes along. :lol

[ceperez]

Some big players just don't know what to do when someone bigger comes along. :lol

Boban could have destroyed him if Pop kept him in the floor. +17 it wasn't like Gortat was sitting on the bench.

[Cowboys_Wear_Spurs]

How many inches is Gortat giving up on Marjanovic?

Using your math, it seems like is 5 inches.

West is like 6'8 1/2" with a 7' 4" wingspan. Gortat is about 7'0". with a 7'3" wingspan. Boban is 7'3 1/2", 7'6" wingspan and a 9' 7 1/2" standing reach.

Gortat has about 3-4 inches on West. And Boban has bout 6-7 inches on Gortat. Boban has about over a foot on Blair (HA HA).

[objective]

Everybody is a hard cover for West. He can't guard anyone bigger, and guys his size like Milsap and Randle went right through him too. Throw in his inability to help and contest at the rim and it's a problem.

West is the McDyess to Boban's Splitter.

[ceperez]

Everybody is a hard cover for West. He can't guard anyone bigger, and guys his size like Milsap and Randle went right through him too. Throw in his inability to help and contest at the rim and it's a problem.

West is the McDyess to Boban's Splitter.

So if West is a revolving door, shouldn't Spurs just play Bonner. At least he can space the floor!

[objective]

It's not a bad idea, I think Bonner might be better on defense.

West might be, fit-wise, the 6th best big on the team.

But because he gave up so much money, and has such a good reputation, he's flat out bulletproof. No matter how bad he looks with. the eye test or the numbers, team defense or man, West is untouchable it seems.

Gortat had his season high, vast majority against West, and it was easy for him.

[ceperez]

It's not a bad idea, I think Bonner might be better on defense.

West might be, fit-wise, the 6th best big on the team.

But because he gave up so much money, and has such a good reputation, he's flat out bulletproof. No matter how bad he looks with. the eye test or the numbers, team defense or man, West is untouchable it seems.

Gortat had his season high, vast majority against West, and it was easy for him.

The guy forced his way into the Spurs. Now Spurs have to make use of him when other options may be better. Let's hope he doesn't cost the Spurs a championship.

[MultiTroll]

PLAY BOBAN.
This.
Can and will contribute in playoffs.
Given the chance. :rolleyes

[spursistan]

I have seen enough to consider that Boban should be really ahead of West in the rotation at least in reg season..but you know Pop isn't having West in street clothes..

[Cowboys_Wear_Spurs]

The guy forced his way into the Spurs. Now Spurs have to make use of him when other options may be better. Let's hope he doesn't cost the Spurs a championship.

He won't. Pop will go with whomever the best matchup. West isn't costing the Spurs games at this point. Let him develop some more while giving Boban some playing time as well.

I rather see West more at this point so Boban can be more rested for the playoffs. West had a couple of nice buckets on Gortat as well and he also did well rebounding yesterday.

[FuzzyLumpkins]

Tyler was likely staring at boban ears tbh. He dunked on 7'7 Kenny george in college so he's seen bigger then boban.

Only guy like him in the NBA with his size and talent is Fatboy Gasol who is more skilled in the NBA game at this point. Everyone else is either shorter or thinner.

There might be someone on a bench somewhere but they can't play like the Bobanator.

[FuzzyLumpkins]

Anyway last night was HUGE for Boban moving forward. Pop was looking for a spark in the first half for a Washington team who had been giving his squad fits.

Enter the Bobanator!

A man that big should not be able to run the floor like that, swivel his hips like that, or move his feet that quick. The touch on the shot; the brute strength. He beat the crap out of their bench and when they brought their starters back in he was beating their ass too. Gortat didn't know what to do with him.

Who knows what kind of promises or plans Popovich actually has but Boban couldn't have made a stronger case for playing time. He changed the game.

[bic50]

Only guy like him in the NBA with his size and talent is Fatboy Gasol who is more skilled in the NBA game at this point. Everyone else is either shorter or thinner.

There might be someone on a bench somewhere but they can't play like the Bobanator.

It's just crazy to me that no other teams tried to pick him up.

[FuzzyLumpkins]

It's just crazy to me that no other teams tried to pick him up.

He was a FA and chose to come to the Spurs. Boban wants to be here.

[bic50]

He was a FA and chose to come to the Spurs. Boban wants to be here.

I see.

[Cowboys_Wear_Spurs]

It's just crazy to me that no other teams tried to pick him up.

They did. Several actually, the Lakers even being one of them.

Boban said he picked the Spurs because he felt it the best place to develop his game to an NBA level the fastest, being that he is already 27.

[Cowboys_Wear_Spurs]

He also said in the interview that he probably would have stayed in the Serbia if the Spurs didn't sign him. So yeah, this was his one and only preferred destination.

[bic50]

He also said in the interview that he probably would have stayed in the Serbia if the Spurs didn't sign him. So yeah, this was his one and only preferred destination.

Wow that's awesome

[ceperez]

It's just crazy to me that no other teams tried to pick him up.

Let's be honest, despite his dominance in Europe he had a lot of flaws. He honestly looks like his improving a lot with the Spurs.

The other interesting thing I saw against the Wizards is that he was going out into the perimeter to double the ball handler. I had thought that this would be a problem given his foot speed. However, apparently that's what the PATFO wants him to do.

Final though, Manu pick and roll with Boban, very difficult to stop.

[DJR210]

Just went out and copped a sick puffy vest :tu

[tonight...you]

Just went out and copped a sick puffy vest :tu
Now you only have to rock it shirtless.

Shoot- I think I'm going to head to the mall and grab me one of those bad boys too...
I'm sure my woman will love it.

[DJR210]

Now you only have to rock it shirtless.

Shoot- I think I'm going to head to the mall and grab me one of those bad boys too...
I'm sure my woman will love it.

Fuck yeah.. unzip a little from the top too for them extra style points

[DJR210]

Anyway last night was HUGE for Boban moving forward. Pop was looking for a spark in the first half for a Washington team who had been giving his squad fits.

Enter the Bobanator!

A man that big should not be able to run the floor like that, swivel his hips like that, or move his feet that quick. The touch on the shot; the brute strength. He beat the crap out of their bench and when they brought their starters back in he was beating their ass too. Gortat didn't know what to do with him.

Who knows what kind of promises or plans Popovich actually has but Boban couldn't have made a stronger case for playing time. He changed the game.

Trying not to get the anointing oil so soon, but it's hard not too.. RC and Pop appear to have done it again.. On top of the soft shooting touch, his passing (especially from one hand in the post) has looked to be on point, and he has seemed to get a decent amount of love from the officials despite being ginormous

[tonight...you]

Fuck yeah.. unzip a little from the top too for them extra style points
Kaboom. Unleash the bear.

[benefactor]

I'm not giving Boban any shit about how he dresses. His woman is hot as fuck. He's doing something right.

[r0drig0lac]

I'm not giving Boban any shit about how he dresses. His woman is hot as fuck. He's doing something right.
https://media.giphy.com/media/kHaO6UoYcoC3K/giphy.gif

[bic50]

I'm not giving Boban any shit about how he dresses. His woman is hot as fuck. He's doing something right.

:tu

[FuzzyLumpkins]

Trying not to get the anointing oil so soon, but it's hard not too.. RC and Pop appear to have done it again.. On top of the soft shooting touch, his passing (especially from one hand in the post) has looked to be on point, and he has seemed to get a decent amount of love from the officials despite being ginormous

You just have the discipline to wait a couple years before drawing any generalized conclusions.

The main concern for me was 'would he be able to move his feet fast enough with that frame to be effective.' He can. You can tell he works hard in the gym and movements are starting to look a little polished and thus that much quicker.

I won't anoint him a success but I will say that he is more than athletic enough for a bench role and his play against Gortat was encouraging towards a higher ceiling. He now looks like he might have a shot to play C competently when the legend finally decides to hang it up.

His ceiling is pretty friggin high. Is Fat Gasol more athletic than him you think?

[Seventyniner]

I'm glad that Boban has Tim to learn from. 39-year-old Tim Duncan is still an elite defender even though he really can't defend a well-executed PnR. Boban will likely never be a good PnR defender, but if he can improve enough at everything else on defense he can still be a plus on that end.

Boban's ability to do that and learn how to run the PnR properly on offense are what will determine the success of his NBA career.

[SAGirl]

He basically cooled off Gortat. And those blocks at the rim last night is what I expect to see more of in the future.

Had a couple of mistakes on his rotations. But compared to his play in the preseason, it was like night and day out there.
For sure.
He seemed more comfortable catching the ball and going immediately into a shot or pass.
Before, he seemed so insecure on what to do, that it allowed others to swarm him and when he put the ball down, it was stolen.

He has improved, he seems more comfortable and confident out there. Guys enjoy playing with him too. You can tell chemistry is developing.

I actually wonder if Pop deciding to give minutes to Anderson was for both Boban and Anderson's chemistry. They have developed good chemistry since the preseason, and playing all those garbage time minutes together.

A future bench of Mills/Simmons/Anderson/Diaw/Boban sounds actually fun to watch.

[bic50]

Wish there was more highlight video of him.

[SAGirl]

Wish there was more highlight video of him.
I got these two for you!
https://twitter.com/spurs/status/675739984918241280

Youtube has some highlights.
You can also catch his dleague games.

[bic50]

I got these two for you!
https://twitter.com/spurs/status/675739984918241280

Youtube has some highlights.
You can also catch his dleague games.

Thanks.
Really hope he gets more playing time. He's really something special.

[Russ]

The Clippers are the perfect team for Boban to match up against.

Let's hope Pop suits him up and gives it a try.

Boban could drive the Clips crazy.

:flag:

[jehawk81]

They did. Several actually, the Lakers even being one of them.

Boban said he picked the Spurs because he felt it the best place to develop his game to an NBA level the fastest, being that he is already 27.

Haha this is great! The Spurs completely owned the LOLkers in this summer's free agency period

[playbonner15]

The Clippers are the perfect team for Boban to match up against.

Let's hope Pop suits him up and gives it a try.

Boban could drive the Clips crazy.

:flag:

Or there's a bet on who can put Boban on a poster first

[FuzzyLumpkins]

Or there's a bet on who can put Boban on a poster first

Boban no coward!

[daslicer]

If he keeps on playing like this I wonder if the spurs will be able to keep him considering he's an FA after this year.

[ceperez]

Or there's a bet on who can put Boban on a poster first

Stakes are higher with Boban playing. Either he gets posterized or he posterizes a couple of Clippers at the same time!

Anyone got that poster of him dunking on two Sixers?

https://usatthebiglead.files.wordpress.com/2015/12/boban-marjanovic.jpg

[ceperez]

Marjanovic #1 in NBA efficiency rating: http://basketball.realgm.com/nba/stats/2016/Advanced_Stats/Qualified/per/All/desc/1/December

[DrSteffo]

LOL at ppl comparing Boban to the great Sabonis (one of the best Euopean players ever), but he is still awesome.

[Dex]

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[Canyonero]

Goat

[Drom John]

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

[BOHOLANO#21]

Great game tonite! 10 points, 7 rebs, 4 blks, 1 stl in 15 minutes!😃

[Kawhitstorm]

Great game tonite! 10 points, 7 rebs, 4 blks, 1 stl in 15 minutes!

Basically, 23/16/9/2 per 36 :toast

[BD24]

Can we get this beast some fucking minutes. I mean I know Pop is a stubborn ass hole, but cmon

[spurs10]

677349989241098242 Love the 'you're the first to tell me' I'm too tall!

[KenziE]

Gotta love this guy seems like a genuine all around team player

[thiste]

It was awesome seeing Timmy take him under his wing last night.

[BD24]

It was awesome seeing Timmy take him under his wing last night.
Yea, I saw that moment on the bench as well. Was pretty cool.

Boban really needs to get some more PT he could be huge in the playoffs against teams like the Rockets with big frontcourts. Yes he is pretty much unplayble against the likes of teams such as the Warriors. But he has his matchups he could be very helpful in.

[ceperez]

Yea, I saw that moment on the bench as well. Was pretty cool.

Boban really needs to get some more PT he could be huge in the playoffs against teams like the Rockets with big frontcourts. Yes he is pretty much unplayble against the likes of teams such as the Warriors. But he has his matchups he could be very helpful in.

Against the Rockets, the Bobo and Boban combo looks pretty formidable.

[Raven]

he makes guys like drummond, howard and deandre look really bad... I'd give JVG his tape, just to make him shut up whn it comes to the hacking strategy.

[thiste]

If anyone remembers how bad Baynes made Howard look in our series against the Lakers, I can only imagine what Boban could do...

[ceperez]

If anyone remembers how bad Baynes made Howard look in our series against the Lakers, I can only imagine what Boban could do...

Just too bad that Spurs didn't play Boban on Dwight in the last game. Better yet, Boban on that skinny Clint Capela. He definitely would do much better than the inept performances of Spurs max player LMA.

[wildcardX]

677355881961492482

Boban, big fan of 80's New Wave?

[weebo]

This guy has made more of an impact the few games he's played than Baynes ever did during his time with the Spurs.

[ceperez]

This guy has made more of an impact the few games he's played than Baynes ever did during his time with the Spurs.

The real issue with Boban's lack of playing time could be due to potential injury. Splitter in his first year also barely played. It takes a while to adjust to the grind of the NBA and Spurs are best served if Boban is available come playoff time.

[ceperez]

Check this out:

681614751269400576

Spurs may have found their new stretch 4! That's going to be next to impossible to block!

[BillMc]

Check this out:

681614751269400576

Spurs may have found their new stretch 4! That's going to be next to impossible to block!

Boban trying to make Bonner obsolete, tbh. :lol

[Vito Corleone]

Check this out:

681614751269400576

Spurs may have found their new stretch 4! That's going to be next to impossible to block!

Gotta admit, that is scary, how does someone that big have that much skill, and why hasn't the NBA found him before he was 27 years old?

[bic50]

This dude is making 3s like nothing.
Why he doesn't play very much is beyond me.

[ceperez]

This dude is making 3s like nothing.
Why he doesn't play very much is beyond me.

Pop's secret weapon. This 3 point shot can come pretty handy when you need one to take a game into overtime.

[TheMulletMan3000]

This dude is making 3s like nothing.
Why he doesn't play very much is beyond me.

[TheMulletMan3000]

Gotta admit, that is scary, how does someone that big have that much skill, and why hasn't the NBA found him before he was 27 years old?

he was not good until 26.

[thiste]

Pop has to have noticed.

[ceperez]

LOL at ppl comparing Boban to the great Sabonis (one of the best Euopean players ever), but he is still awesome.

After seeing his 3 point stroke, this isn't a LOL matter anymore!

[ceperez]

It is just amazing that someone with those big hands and long arms can shoot this well.

Chip Engeland is a magician!


“It depends on how many 7-foot-3 people you know.” — Gregg Popovich,
asked if Marjanovic’s soft shooting touch is rare for a player of his size.

[thiste]

After seeing his 3 point stroke, this isn't a LOL matter anymore!

Was about to say, the only other 7"3 dude hitting 3s like that that I've ever seen...


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fdlB8tX75Mc

[timtonymanu]

3rd best big on the team at the moment.

[UNT Eagles 2016]

Not enough minutes :bang

Poop still insists on over-utilizing D-Worst :bang

[tim_duncan_fan]

Bobi is out there doing the lord's work!

[ceperez]

3rd best big on the team at the moment.

3rd? Duncan, Bobo, Boban???

[BatManu20]

:wow

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[Pentagruel]

Boban is a beast! He's like Hodor! Really should be getting a few more opportunities here. I like all our bigs though so it's tough to see where he can get them.

[GSH]

I don't want to wade through 20 pages of this. But have you all seen Boban's wedding picture?

http://www.novosti.rs/upload/thumbs/images/2014//07/04n/spek-Kosarkas-Boban-Marjano_620x0.jpg

[Kawhitstorm]

681676028125646849

Closing down on Curry for the PER lead :toast

[BatManu20]

681675828514521092

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[thiste]

I don't want to wade through 20 pages of this. But have you all seen Boban's wedding picture?

http://www.novosti.rs/upload/thumbs/images/2014//07/04n/spek-Kosarkas-Boban-Marjano_620x0.jpg

http://cdn.cutestpaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/Just-Hamster-eating-a-bit-of-banana.jpg

[thiste]

Closing down on Curry for the PER lead :toast

Curry: 32
Boban: 30.5

[bic50]

If boban doesn't play at least 15 mins each game. Pop needs to really be questioned.

[thiste]

If boban doesn't play at least 15 mins each game. Pop needs to really be questioned.

He hasn't played 15 tonight.

[LoneStarState'sPride]

http://cdn.cutestpaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/Just-Hamster-eating-a-bit-of-banana.jpg

:lmao :lmao

[bic50]

He hasn't played 15 tonight.

I think he's shown enough to get some minutes every game. But somethings telling me he's not going to play much or at all in upcoming games

[bic50]

Really digging Bobanator

[cutewizard]

i just love Boban

[cutewizard]

iu jsut wanna be Bobanizedddddddddddddddddddddddddddddd

[cutewizard]

LOL at ppl comparing Boban to the great Sabonis (one of the best Euopean players ever), but he is still awesome.


wrong\\

Sabonis is arguably the most talented big man the game has produced man

[cutewizard]

the giants lineup

boban at center,

aldridge and bonner at forwards

diaw and leonard at guards


hahahahahahahahahahahahahaha

[cutewizard]

the giants lineup

boban at center,

aldridge and bonner at forwards


_----------------------------------------

i think this line up is possible
diaw and leonard at guards


hahahahahahahahahahahahahaha

[cutewizard]

Bobanita

[cutewizard]

Oh Boban

[cutewizard]

Papatotttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttt tttttttttttttttttttttttttt

lol

[Splits]

I watched this (Boban's highlights from tonight) four times and can't stop laughing:

http://www.nba.com/spurs/video/teams/spurs/2015/12/29/1451365149092-59473ec1-92b4-4201-afe3-8d73dbeff66a.mp4-198295

[Splits]

Post-game interview:

http://www.nba.com/spurs/video/teams/spurs/2015/12/29/1451366929829-postgame-boban.mp4-198374

[BillMc]

Our frontcourt of Timmy, LMA, West, Kawhi, Boris, and Boban is a plethora of riches. Even Bonner and Kyle have fairly unique skills. We're really able to adopt to any contingency.

[Vito Corleone]

http://cdn.cutestpaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/Just-Hamster-eating-a-bit-of-banana.jpg

Oh damn, I cannot stop laughing.

[Kawhitstorm]

Our frontcourt of Timmy, LMA, West, Kawhi, Boris, and Boban is a plethora of riches. Even Bonner and Kyle have fairly unique skills. We're really able to adopt to any contingency.

Tim/LMA/Boris/West are going to play no matter the opponent but Boban would be Pop's secret weapon against the Clippers bench (Josh Smith playing center:lol) & Kyle would be useful against the Warriors small-ball line-up. Bonner is basically only playable against OKC b/c he can check Ibaka in the post without any help.:lol

[Splits]

Seems like BOBAN has surpassed every hurdle the Spurs have put in front of him, need to speed the cycle on this guy and have him continue to shit all over #1 picks

I want to see him eat Julia and D'Bust heads, in one fly down with his teeth gnarled....

In the rookie/soph contest of course

Will either of those Lakers be there? I bet BOBAN will...

:lmao

[UNT Eagles 2016]

http://cdn.cutestpaw.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/Just-Hamster-eating-a-bit-of-banana.jpg
Who knows. Maybe he's got a small penis? If he had one to match his size he'd be backing guys in quickly after a quick surveillance of the court around him. He'd be looking to score dunks every time he has the ball instead of soft floaters (which he's good at, but still).

[ceperez]

Sigh, here come the Johnny come lately bandwagoners. Folks, please don't mess up this treasury with your crap. #ceperez

[GSH]

Sigh, here come the Johnny come lately bandwagoners. Folks, please don't mess up this treasury with your crap. #ceperez

Yo, fuckhead... if you go back and check the offseason threads, I was screaming for the Spurs to sign him when 99% of you had never heard his name. And your first comment in this "treasury" was about his ears. So don't act like you discovered him waiting tables and put him in the movies.

Bottom line, you of all people shouldn't be talking about Johnny-come-lately's fucking up the neighborhood.

[FlAVaK]

Seems like BOBAN has surpassed every hurdle the Spurs have put in front of him, need to speed the cycle on this guy and have him continue to shit all over #1 picks

I want to see him eat Julia and D'Bust heads, in one fly down with his teeth gnarled....

In the rookie/soph contest of course

Will either of those Lakers be there? I bet BOBAN will...

:lmao

He leads the class in scoring per 48min:

http://espn.go.com/nba/statistics/player/_/stat/scoring-per-48-minutes/position/rookies

by a landslide...

RK PLAYER TEAM GP MPG PTS FGM-FGA FG% 3PM-3PA 3P% FTM-FTA FT%
1 Boban Marjanovic, C SA 17 6.5 35.8 12.7-19.2 .659 0.0-0.0 .000 10.5-13.5 .774
2 Karl-Anthony Towns, C MIN 31 28.8 26.6 10.9-20.3 .534 0.5-1.5 .370 4.3-5.0 .860
3 Jahlil Okafor, C PHI 29 32.2 26.2 10.8-23.6 .458 0.0-0.2 .000 4.6-6.2 .736
4 Willie Reed, PF BKN 12 9.0 23.6 10.2-15.6 .657 0.0-0.0 .000 3.1-7.1 .438
5 Nikola Jokic, C DEN 29 18.7 23.2 9.0-16.3 .554 0.6-1.5 .412 4.5-5.9 .773
Kristaps Porzingis, PF NY 32 27.5 23.2 8.4-20.2 .418 1.6-4.9 .333 4.6-5.4 .859
7 Christian Wood, PF PHI 14 8.1 21.5 8.0-18.1 .442 1.7-3.8 .444 3.8-5.5 .692
8 Cameron Payne, PG OKC 15 5.1 21.2 8.7-20.6 .424 3.7-8.7 .429 0.0-0.0 .000
9 Richaun Holmes, PF PHI 23 14.5 20.5 8.2-14.3 .576 0.7-3.2 .227 3.3-4.8 .697
10 D'Angelo Russell, PG LAL 32 27.8 20.3 8.0-19.8 .403 2.7-8.4 .323 1.6-2.4 .682

[ceperez]

Yo, fuckhead... if you go back and check the offseason threads, I was screaming for the Spurs to sign him when 99% of you had never heard his name. And your first comment in this "treasury" was about his ears. So don't act like you discovered him waiting tables and put him in the movies.

Bottom line, you of all people shouldn't be talking about Johnny-come-lately's fucking up the neighborhood.

Maybe you didn't look at the threads about him prior to the treasury.

Draft thread: http://www.spurstalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=125529 I don't see you posting over there.
Signing thread: http://www.spurstalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=250813 Where's your post?

[Mel_13]

How the hell do the Spurs get a guy like this for only 1.2M?

-every other FO in the NBA

[ceperez]

How the hell do the Spurs get a guy like this for only 1.2M?

-every other FO in the NBA

Appears that Boban has a pretty good work ethic. He wasn't drafted, but he's worked hard to improve his skills. Really coming up from nowhere to become MVP for a couple of seasons in a minor European league. Read somewhere that the Lakers were also interested, but Boban saw the advantages of going under the Spurs system. Spurs also have a much better reputation for European players compared to other NBA teams.

There may be luck too in that the Spurs may have targeted Tavares with the Splitter trade. If Hawks had given his rights then we wouldn't be seeing Boban in a Spurs jersey.

Finally, you cannot discount player development with the Spurs. The best in the league in creating a player out of a nobody.

[ceperez]

Now for everyone's viewing pleasure. Dishing out punishment on the wolves:


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

[Vokun]

Here's one with his defense and rebounding highlights as well


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wri_9NrdCrE

[Cowboys_Wear_Spurs]

Appears that Boban has a pretty good work ethic. He wasn't drafted, but he's worked hard to improve his skills. Really coming up from nowhere to become MVP for a couple of seasons in a minor European league. Read somewhere that the Lakers were also interested, but Boban saw the advantages of going under the Spurs system. Spurs also have a much better reputation for European players compared to other NBA teams.

There may be luck too in that the Spurs may have targeted Tavares with the Splitter trade. If Hawks had given his rights then we wouldn't be seeing Boban in a Spurs jersey.

Finally, you cannot discount player development with the Spurs. The best in the league in creating a player out of a nobody.

Actually the top two teams in Serbia have faired very well of late in the Euro Cup. Serbian League isn't as good as the ACB or Greek leagues, but its right there with the Italian/Turkish league, which is a tier below. It was rumored that Barca wanted to sign Boban this year as well.

Boban was the MVP of the Euroleague tournament last year, Serbian League Finals MVP and the 3x Serbian league MVP. Reminds me of Manu accolades before he came over to play for the Spurs.

Boban has proven he can play against starters as well.

[Cowboys_Wear_Spurs]

Now for everyone's viewing pleasure. Dishing out punishment on the wolves:


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

I find it funny how every time Boban got the ball, especially off the PNR, nobody picked him up. This has everything to do with how well Boban passes. Everytime he touches the ball he always fakes a pass or is looking to pass. I guess the T'Wolves were bent on not giving up the 3 ball to the Spurs as they guard the 3 pretty well last night. They kept biting on Boban's fakes and he had a lot of easy buckets. Once Boban learns to master rotating and hedging the PnR on D, he is going to be awesome player. He has already improved a ton in that dept. since the preseason, but I still see areas he still needs to improve.

[LittleCriminal]

Real men wear Uggs
http://i43.tinypic.com/23r6428.jpg

[DrSteffo]

[QUOTE=ceperez;8342485]After seeing his 3 point stroke, this isn't a LOL matter anymore![/QUOTE

I love Boban but still LOL..Please don't compare Kyle Anderson to MJ if he hits a jumper ok?

[jsandiego]

Real men wear Uggs
http://i43.tinypic.com/23r6428.jpg
How tall is she, 6'2"?? lol

[ceperez]

[QUOTE=ceperez;8342485]After seeing his 3 point stroke, this isn't a LOL matter anymore![/QUOTE

I love Boban but still LOL..Please don't compare Kyle Anderson to MJ if he hits a jumper ok?

MJ? Wrong comparison, Larry Bird. Same height, can't jump, slow as molasses.

[DrSteffo]

[QUOTE=DrSteffo;8344510]

MJ? Wrong comparison, Larry Bird. Same height, can't jump, slow as molasses.

Yeah agreed, please don't compare Kyle Anderson to Larry Bird or Boban to the greatest euro center ever. Boban is Boban which is bloody fantastic...cheers.

[DJR210]

http://i304.photobucket.com/albums/nn188/DJR210/Boban_zpslrfdercz.png

:worthy: :worthy: :worthy:

[Proxy]

http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nba-ball-dont-lie/behold-the-gigantic-hands-of-the-spurs--7-foot-3-boban-marjanovic-190844353.html

[absoloot66]

Post-game interview:

http://www.nba.com/spurs/video/teams/spurs/2015/12/29/1451366929829-postgame-boban.mp4-198374

Yellow bubble vest hanging behind him:lol


http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nba-ball-dont-lie/behold-the-gigantic-hands-of-the-spurs--7-foot-3-boban-marjanovic-190844353.html

Him shaking Monaco's hand/arm:wow

[Silver&Black]

http://i304.photobucket.com/albums/nn188/DJR210/Boban_zpslrfdercz.png

:worthy: :worthy: :worthy:

12/10 IMO...

[wildcardX]

Now for everyone's viewing pleasure. Dishing out punishment on the wolves:


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

Thanks for posting. Didn't want to download the whole game just for the Boban highlights.

[Dex]

https://i.imgur.com/zEB2yPc.jpg

[SAGirl]

Article on Boban in ESPN
http://espn.go.com/blog/san-antonio-spurs/post/_/id/314/boban-marjanovic-makes-impact-in-spurs-win

Some quotes:

Danny:

We've seen what he can do in practice," "He's getting better and better each day. He's obviously a big guy. He's really a gentle giant, and he's always apologizing. I think he's getting more aggressive now, being more physical, taking the ball from people, moving people out the way, and finishing inside. He's always had good touch. But it was just [a matter of] him catching the ball and being assertive.
"It's interesting to see him do anything," "Anytime he's in the game, it still surprises me. I get excited anytime he dunks the ball without jumping, or blocks a shot or how mobile he is. I think it excites the crowd, too. He's a fan favorite already. Anything he does at his size I think is always pretty exciting and interesting."

Messsina:

"He impacted the game well in both stretches he played," "I think not only with his game, but also because he got the crowd involved. He got teammates involved. Also psychologically, it helped him. I am very happy. When he started playing at the beginning of the year, he was more of an attraction. Now, people understand that he is a valuable basketball player that of course has a lot to work on, but he also has some upside in his game. He is one more player we can trust and rely on."

West:

"I think people look at his size and sort of think he's a big stiff," "But Boban's a hell of a player." Marjanovic "gave us a huge boost" with "just his IQ and his size."

Boban:

"I try to be useful," "I try to help my teammates, and they help me with the offense," "It's good. We play together, and they use my height, and I feel comfortable when I go out on the court. I'm very happy because I'm a part of this team."

[Emperor]

My dumb ass was at the game and went on a restroom break and reloaded on beer during his 8-0 run. I was pissed that i missed it.

[ceperez]

My dumb ass was at the game and went on a restroom break and reloaded on beer during his 8-0 run. I was pissed that i missed it.

You should have known better. The best time to watch the Spurs is when the 2nd team is on the court.

The starters have been a walking disaster since the start of the season.

[DJR210]

My dumb ass was at the game and went on a restroom break and reloaded on beer during his 8-0 run. I was pissed that i missed it.

Damn how long were you gone? Must have had to take a meaaaaan shit.

[bic50]

Damn how long were you gone? Must have had to take a meaaaaan shit.

:lol

[ceperez]

Paying homage to the treasury and the vicarage:

https://giant.gfycat.com/AnguishedFeistyHoverfly.gif

[ace3g]

David Pick @IAmDPick
(https://twitter.com/IAmDPick)Bobi Marjanovic, first EVER in Spurs history to record 12 rebounds in 15 minutes or less.

[ceperez]

David Pick @IAmDPick
(https://twitter.com/IAmDPick)Bobi Marjanovic, first EVER in Spurs history to record 12 rebounds in 15 minutes or less.


It's as if he's breaking Spurs efficiency records every day! Wow!

[Splits]

http://projectspurs.com/2015-articles/10-elements-marjanovic-brings-to-the-court.html

[ceperez]

Impressive article detailing everything you need to know about Boban:

http://www.poundingtherock.com/2016/1/1/10691376/evolution-boban-marjanovic

[Mel_13]

683327248766644224

[ceperez]

683327248766644224

Sign him up before he becomes the 2nd coming of Stephan Curry!

[DJR210]

http://i304.photobucket.com/albums/nn188/DJR210/BobanSighting_zps9ewmvmhr.png

GF's sister ran into Boban today at the mall

:lol Boban don't give a fuck he just signed a million dollar deal, rocking them chanklas to the mall

[hater]

:lmao Nets fans bowing the Boban da Gawd :lol

[UNT Eagles 2016]

13 points in 13 minutes.


Can someone answer this question. How many games have we lost this year in which Boban has played?

[BD24]

13 points in 13 minutes.


Can someone answer this question. How many games have we lost this year in which Boban has played?
Dont be an ass hole.

Boban only plays in garbage time for the most part, so of course he didn't play in most of our losses as they were close games.

[cjw]

:lmao Nets fans bowing the Boban da Gawd :lol

Some Nets fans, but there were barely any there tonight. There may have been a dozen people on the right side of the court (Spurs bench) with thunder sticks.

I saw way more Spurs gear than Nets gear in the lower bowl, other than the people working for the Russian at the arena.

[UNT Eagles 2016]

Dont be an ass hole.

Boban only plays in garbage time for the most part, so of course he didn't play in most of our losses as they were close games.
Well there's also the possibility for him to play in *garbage time* when the Spurs are on the "garbage" end of the score board, you know... ?


Also, he was in a few close games early, tbh

[BD24]

Well there's also the possibility for him to play in *garbage time* when the Spurs are on the "garbage" end of the score board, you know... ?


Also, he was in a few close games early, tbh
Games where Duncan or another big sat are the only ones he played in while the game was close.

We have only had one loss by 10 or more points and surprise surprise thats the one loss Bobi played in.

[Splits]

oops wrong thread...

[SAGirl]

Games where Duncan or another big sat are the only ones he played in while the game was close.

We have only had one loss by 10 or more points and surprise surprise thats the one loss Bobi played in.
The most recent Timberwolves games was close through the end and Boban played real minutes. Actually outscoring LMA who didn't have a particularly good game. He didn't close out that game, but he played real minutes and was a positive impact player. Many games were like that, the most recent Wizards' game, Td sat as well and the game didn't become a blowout until the 4th Q. He has talent, size, length, BBIQ and is still learning how to play in this league.

[GSH]

13 points in 13 minutes.


Can someone answer this question. How many games have we lost this year in which Boban has played?

I don't think it proves anything, but the answer is one game.

Here's the deal. No NBA team is going to just allow him to keep catching the ball in the paint and throwing it down. He's going to have to learn more ways to get himself into that position. The rest of the team is going to have to learn ways to get the ball to him in the deep post. I know he looks unstoppable at times, but if they tried to use him that way, he wouldn't be. You notice that you're seeing him on the floor several times a game now. The other teams are experimenting with ways to handle him, and they're being physical as hell for starters. And he appears to only be good for 15-20 minutes right now, and about 6-7 minutes at a stretch.

I almost hate to mention this, but I was calling for the Spurs to sign him back in the summer, before most people ever heard his name. I only mention that to say that I like the guy. I liked him enough to hope the Spurs would give him a shot. I wanted to see him come in against Dwight Howard, but not because I think he could out-play Howard. I think he's big and strong enough to get into Howard's head, if he plays physical against him. I think he could get Howard off his game for the rest of the night. And I really hope Pop tries using him that way, because he's not just big, he's strong.

But I still think that if he had to try and match skill-for-skill against the good centers in the league, they would use their experience to get around him, or to feed their teammates easy looks. I'd just like to see him improve enough to get some legit minutes in the playoffs. And to be developed enough that when the other team throws their starter back in, Pop doesn't immediately have to sub. If that happens, Pop will be able to keep Tim fresh and at his best. And Tim is still the defensive anchor of this team.

Just my opinion.



Games where Duncan or another big sat are the only ones he played in while the game was close.

We have only had one loss by 10 or more points and surprise surprise thats the one loss Bobi played in.

Be fair - Boban only played 3 minutes in that game, and the most he had played at that point was about 4 1/2 minutes. One thing he's not is responsible for any of the losses.

[BD24]

I really like Boban. I was just stating that UNT was cherry picking stats by saying Boban only played in 1 loss. Let's be honest Boban hasn't been responsible for victory or loss in any game so far. UNT wanted to cherry pick stats, nuh uh, not on my watch.

[Cowboys_Wear_Spurs]

The most recent Timberwolves games was close through the end and Boban played real minutes. Actually outscoring LMA who didn't have a particularly good game. He didn't close out that game, but he played real minutes and was a positive impact player. Many games were like that, the most recent Wizards' game, Td sat as well and the game didn't become a blowout until the 4th Q. He has talent, size, length, BBIQ and is still learning how to play in this league.

Boban was the reason the Spurs won that game. Had the biggest +/- for the team that game and like PER of 30+. And the game against Washington as well. Spurs were having fits guarding Gortat until Boban was inserted into the lineup. Spurs blew the game open after that. And against Philly, the Spurs had a 25+ point lead and it ballooned to 50 with Boban on the floor.

No doubt the guy is an impact type of player due to the reason mentioned in the post above.

[bic50]

I really like Boban. I was just stating that UNT was cherry picking stats by saying Boban only played in 1 loss. Let's be honest Boban hasn't been responsible for victory or loss in any game so far. UNT wanted to cherry pick stats, nuh uh, not on my watch.

Boban had a huge impact against the twolves. I'd say he had some responsibility in that victory.

[ceperez]

Boban was the reason the Spurs won that game. Had the biggest +/- for the team that game and like PER of 30+. And the game against Washington as well. Spurs were having fits guarding Gortat until Boban was inserted into the lineup. Spurs blew the game open after that. And against Philly, the Spurs had a 25+ point lead and it ballooned to 50 with Boban on the floor.

No doubt the guy is an impact type of player due to the reason mentioned in the post above.

Boban clearly has an impact with maintaining or expanding the lead against other teams. He's able to score and if he's in position, his defense is impenetrateable.

Quickness is of course his Kryptonite. Boban hasn't figured out how to recover quickly if he's out of position.

However, he's definitely better than Baynes. Baynes got dunked on even when he had good position!

[ceperez]

http://mashable.com/2015/12/29/boban-marjanovic-nba/#ClCR1eFo25qS

[spurraider21]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9TFkEd0Nco

[Obstructed_View]

:lmao that fucking pass to Danny.

[ceperez]

:lmao that fucking pass to Danny.

Yeah, was there a collective gasp when he did that?

[I. Hustle]

http://i304.photobucket.com/albums/nn188/DJR210/BobanSighting_zps9ewmvmhr.png

GF's sister ran into Boban today at the mall

:lol Boban don't give a fuck he just signed a million dollar deal, rocking them chanklas to the mall

GFs sister looks like she has a fatty.

[DJR210]

GFs sister looks like she has a fatty.

:lol no comment

[ace3g]

bobimarjanovic13 (https://www.instagram.com/bobimarjanovic13/)
1,014 likes
36m (https://www.instagram.com/p/BAdwtNxsvgc/)

bobimarjanovic13 (https://www.instagram.com/bobimarjanovic13/)Good time and good food at a serbian restaurant in new york a couple days ago!!! ☑
https://scontent-dfw1-1.cdninstagram.com/hphotos-xft1/t51.2885-15/e35/12568094_1002019723205144_1603483006_n.jpg

[kuato]

bobimarjanovic13 (https://www.instagram.com/bobimarjanovic13/)
1,014 likes
36m (https://www.instagram.com/p/BAdwtNxsvgc/)

bobimarjanovic13 (https://www.instagram.com/bobimarjanovic13/)Good time and good food at a serbian restaurant in new york a couple days ago!!! ☑
https://scontent-dfw1-1.cdninstagram.com/hphotos-xft1/t51.2885-15/e35/12568094_1002019723205144_1603483006_n.jpg


Now i know why Bobo is so fat

[ace3g]

688159186341920768

[ceperez]

688159186341920768

What the hell did the sponsors expect???! Boban will really get fatiqued signing all those autographs.

[BatManu20]

688255743980519424

[AFMadison]

:lmao that fucking pass to Danny.
Big guy can pass the rock now. He made a nifty pass in the one game he played in Austin

[hater]

Lol he looks like that invalid mathematician with the robot voice in that pic :lol

[littlecoyotecoin]

Lol he looks like that invalid mathematician with the robot voice in that pic :lol

Yeah. What's that really obscure guy's name. Invalid. Wheel chair. Talks like a robot. Ein... No... Arch...Des..Oiler?

[Russo21]

Please re-sign this dude for next season at the earliest possible moment. Such a lovable big fella who can actually ball

[ceperez]

Yeah. What's that really obscure guy's name. Invalid. Wheel chair. Talks like a robot. Ein... No... Arch...Des..Oiler?

He's not a mathematician. He's a Physicist, more specifically a cosmologist. Very big difference.

[hater]

:lmao Boban getting a Technical for teabagging a Mav :lol

[TheMulletMan3000]

https://i.ytimg.com/vi/waj4agP-ZzA/maxresdefault.jpg

[TheMulletMan3000]

http://a.espncdn.com/media/motion/2016/0117/dm_160117_NBA_One-Play_Boban_stares_down_Evans/dm_160117_NBA_One-Play_Boban_stares_down_Evans.jpg

[Splits]

Evans did block his shit twice and then went in for a sweet jam. I'm just glad BOBAN didn't eat his head, would hate for him to get a suspension.

[ceperez]

Evans did block his shit twice and then went in for a sweet jam. I'm just glad BOBAN didn't eat his head, would hate for him to get a suspension.

That's right... apparently is some kind of human pogo stick. Boban likely surprised that he got blocked twice.

[MVPCues]

Did Evans get a stare down because he grabbed Boban's junk?

http://mvpcues.com/images/junk.jpg

[ceperez]

You are right! Evan should get fined for this stunt:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1hIM-PH9TdM

0:18 of video.

[boutons_deux]

That's right... apparently is some kind of human pogo stick. Boban likely surprised that he got blocked twice.

he'll learn. More smarts, more "corporate knowledge", more attitude.

Right now, I think he's in Wonderland still, amazed at USA, San Antonio, NBA, the $$$, and now a first baby approaching.

Once "The Thrill is Gone", I hope he gets down to serious business, sharing prime, active responsibility for the game, rather than reactively just going along for the ride.

[Cowboys_Wear_Spurs]

he'll learn. More smarts, more "corporate knowledge", more attitude.

Right now, I think he's in Wonderland still, amazed at USA, San Antonio, NBA, the $$$, and now a first baby approaching.

Once "The Thrill is Gone", I hope he gets down to serious business, sharing prime, active responsibility for the game, rather than reactively just going along for the ride.

Actually its his 2nd child. He already has a son.

[Cowboys_Wear_Spurs]

You are right! Evan should get fined for this stunt:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1hIM-PH9TdM

0:18 of video.

I notice that too. He grab his package and Boban was staring him down like you want another ass raping. I would have done the same, and gave him a hard shove with my shoulder as well.

[ceperez]

I notice that too. He grab his package and Boban was staring him down like you want another ass raping. I would have done the same, and gave him a hard shove with my shoulder as well.

I thought at first it was unnecessary taunting, but honestly, he should have made Evans fear for his life. The league needs to get on notice that Boban isn't going to be messed with.

[Vokun]

Holy shit. I know why he did the staredown now. That was a bitchass gay move by Evans grabbing Boban's dick on the way down. He lucky he only got a staredown. I knew Evans had to do something to Boban because Boban doesn't just do that out of nowhere.

Also, what's with opponents grabbing the dicks of our players? Remember Smart and Bonner last year? I guess we just some long dick niggas.

[disciple]

Evans is fortunate he only got the Staredown. Boban could have pounded him on the head like Fred flintstone.

I hope the Spurs send this to the league so Boban's fine is reversed and Evans gets one.

[littlecoyotecoin]

Didn't look intentional. Boban was more pissed from the previous foul(s) that was not called, I think.

Patty should be the one complaining. He deserves at least dinner and a movie before that.

[Vokun]

Didn't look intentional. Boban was more pissed from the previous foul(s) that was not called, I think.

Patty should be the one complaining. He deserves at least dinner and a movie before that.

:lmao Zaza took Patty's manhood after that prostate exam.

[UZER]

he'll learn. More smarts, more "corporate knowledge", more attitude.

Right now, I think he's in Wonderland still, amazed at USA, San Antonio, NBA, the $$$, and now a first baby approaching.

Once "The Thrill is Gone", I hope he gets down to serious business, sharing prime, active responsibility for the game, rather than reactively just going along for the ride.

Would you still like him though? Wouldn't that make him evil?

[UZER]

When Boban realizes he can physically create space down low, he will really become a force. Right now he still tries to finesse everything.

[Seventyniner]

When Boban realizes he can physically create space down low, he will really become a force. Right now he still tries to finesse everything.

He still doesn't quite know how much he can get away with. That will come with experience.

[ceperez]

When Boban realizes he can physically create space down low, he will really become a force. Right now he still tries to finesse everything.

He also needs to adjust to the kind of defender on him. So if its this human pogo stick evans, then all he needs is a simple pump fake rather than trying to rush his shot.

[Kikoluna]

Wow I never saw that dirty move by Evans till now. That explains the stare. Well deserved.

[Cowboys_Wear_Spurs]

Why do people think that people go crazy over Boban b/c he is a Circus act. Knicks fan go crazy over Kristap as well.

You just don't expect a 7'3" 1/2 almost 300 lb guy to pass, shoot, and move that well. Boban man handles people. He makes them look like little kids to JV players out there. That is fun to watch. The NBA really hasn't had a player like Boban since the decline of Shaq. I have to say I like Boban b/c he is different. But not a circus act different. Guys like Simmons, who I think is exciting as well, are far more common than players like Boban. Boban provides that shock and awe because you just don't expect and very rarely see a guy that big play that fluidly. You expect Mosgov type of player. I think LMA has best reactions on the bench when it comes to Boban (also watch Mavs highlights). Like the last play of the video. Dude, I don't think any another player on this team could have made that shot, or the very least made that shot look so smooth. This is why people love Boban TBH.

http://www.poundingtherock.com/2016/1/20/10796988/has-boban-mania-gone-too-far


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wri_9NrdCrE

[Cowboys_Wear_Spurs]

I like the article saying Cheer the man when he earns it, not his based off his appearance. He has the 2nd highest PER in the league behind Curry. I think the stats show he has earned that praised.

[tbdog]

https://streamable.com/s4ug

[jhfenton]

https://streamable.com/s4ug

The Spurs really do offer an ideal situation for Boban.

[fonzy16]

Boban Vs. Tim :hat


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

[Cowboys_Wear_Spurs]

Here is the highlights from last night's game. It was a disappointing 1st half and that wasn't Boban's fault. I counted about 4x Boban had established positioned deep in the paint on his man and for some reason no one fed him the ball. They didn't start doing that until the 4th quarter. I guess Pop didn't want Boban going for like 30 last night.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mr_TeRmdl9M

[ceperez]

Here is the highlights from last night's game. It was a disappointing 1st half and that wasn't Boban's fault. I counted about 4x Boban had established positioned deep in the paint on his man and for some reason no one fed him the ball. They didn't start doing that until the 4th quarter. I guess Pop didn't want Boban going for like 30 last night.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mr_TeRmdl9M

Is this Boban's first double-double?

Indeed unstoppable in the paint. Defense has to put a body on him and that frees up the lane.

It is crazy how the Spurs just blowout teams. Spurs just took 14 3 point attempts and they still score 117 points and blow out the Suns by nearly 30 points. It's like when the US team plays internationally. Most games are just blowouts.

[Cowboys_Wear_Spurs]

Is this Boban's first double-double?

Indeed unstoppable in the paint. Defense has to put a body on him and that frees up the lane.

It is crazy how the Spurs just blowout teams. Spurs just took 14 3 point attempts and they still score 117 points and blow out the Suns by nearly 30 points. It's like when the US team plays internationally. Most games are just blowouts.

Yes, and his PER is only .07 off from Curry's after last night's game. Impressive thing is is like half of his rebounds came against Chandler.

[ceperez]

Yes, and his PER is only .07 off from Curry's after last night's game. Impressive thing is is like half of his rebounds came against Chandler.

Feel sorry for Chandler... his legs might have felt like Jello come the fourth quarter.

Even if Boban never gets the ball on offense, his constant pressure takes a toll on any defender.

Spurs have such a deep bench that I hope they exploit that in the playoffs by just wearing down the opponent.

[pgardn]

Tim, LaMarcus, David W, Boban

With a dash of Boris.

Lavishly assembled front court.

[ace3g]

https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/2904140042/9db42334dfffd5fa38ea24d0762fa953_bigger.jpeg Bush'sChickenSA ‏@BushsChickenSA1 (https://twitter.com/BushsChickenSA1)

Lovin’ that Sweet Tea!!!!
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CZsOBVhWwAExEmX.jpg

[Spur|n|Austin]

Advanced stats show Boban in the upper echelon of elite players. Of course the sample size is small, but hey:

http://i.imgur.com/usxJ1Vl.png

[hater]

Lol at many idiots criticizing Boban for not dominating Lebron and the Cavs in his first game.

He did pretty well for his first outing vs championship competition.

[YGWHI]

Advanced stats show Boban in the upper echelon of elite players. Of course the sample size is small, but hey:

http://i.imgur.com/usxJ1Vl.png
Kawhi and Boban on top of the league...doesn't sound bad. :flag:

[k_nguyen93]

His wife and kids just came to San Antonio. Not sure if for good but seems like bad timing considering the Rodeo Road Trip.

[dabom]

Of course boban a beast.

[littlecoyotecoin]

She can leave her bags packed in case his defense doesn't improve.

[FuzzyLumpkins]

She can leave her bags packed in case his defense doesn't improve.

:lol I love this. He clearly looks lost in certain sets and rotations on both offense and defense, is a rookie, missed training camp due to an injury in the Euroleague finals, and he's playing in probably the most complicated offensive and defensive systems in all of basketball.

You should coach little league.

[littlecoyotecoin]

:lol I love this. He clearly looks lost in certain sets and rotations on both offense and defense, is a rookie, missed training camp due to an injury in the Euroleague finals, and he's playing in probably the most complicated offensive and defensive systems in all of basketball.

You should coach little league.

You sure read a lot into a little.

[FuzzyLumpkins]

You sure read a lot into a little.

You sure lack the ability to address anything with something other than a blanket dismissal. Care to attempt to dispute a fact? I'll even enumerate them so it's easier for you.

1) He looks lost in certain sets on defense. Particularly now in horns and in helping the helper.
2) He is a rookie.
3) He missed training camp due to a bone bruise.
4) He plays in an extremely complicated basketball program.

You should look up what it means to infer. Those are all observations that you fail to address.

[littlecoyotecoin]

Did I say any of those things were untrue?

[hater]

:lmao Boban killed Whiteside :lmao

[Spurs9]

https://giant.gfycat.com/HugeColorfulGalapagossealion.gif

[dabom]

:lmao Boban killed Whiteside :lmao

"We should trade him while his stock is up" :lmao

[Seventyniner]

:lmao Boban killed Whiteside :lmao

It was seppuku.

[.G.]

Bobinator punked dat lil malnourished nigga

[MultiTroll]

Did Boban get cheapshotted in the neck a 2nd time in this game?
118 - 97 a minute left and #12 Jarnell Stokes seems to elbow Boban on a rebound attempt.
Boban went semi sprawling and at the other end held his own throat for a while.

[Maddog]

:lmao Boban killed Whiteside :lmao

Another victim of the Bobanic Plague

[Chinook]

Another victim of the Bobanic Plague

Like it.

[Solid D]

Another victim of the Bobanic Plague

Quality. :tu

[k_nguyen93]

I still don't understand how he wasn't in the Rising Stars game.

[Splits]

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CbeIPphUkAANA6G.jpg:large

[Drom John]

Still tops, but I disagree with the "all," and making the minimum the mere 295 minutes to eliminate two Spurs Marcus Williams and Ian Mahinmi, and this years Clipper Jeff Ayres:

For single seasons; in the regular season; from 1946-47 to 2015-16; requiring Minutes Played >= 295; sorted by descending Win Shares Per 48 Minutes.
.339 1952-1953 Al Cervi (339)
.301 1968-1969 Rick Barry (1361) (As a Spurs fan, I will not discount the ABA).

Marjanovic compares better to the excluded Cervi.
OTOH, Cervi is a Hall of Famer.

[Ed Helicopter Jones]

Another victim of the Bobanic Plague


Awesome! :tu


Boban is freakin' cool. Love the dude.

[ceperez]

Boban against the Kings had best +/- of the team:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7PM4V3dNYbg

One observation about this game, Boban seems to run better this time around. If anything, this guy is the Spurs secret weapon!

[cariocaz]

Boban against the Kings had best +/- of the team:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7PM4V3dNYbg

One observation about this game, Boban seems to run better this time around. If anything, this guy is the Spurs secret weapon!

Thanks for sharing!

[Cowboys_Wear_Spurs]

Boban against the Kings had best +/- of the team:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7PM4V3dNYbg

One observation about this game, Boban seems to run better this time around. If anything, this guy is the Spurs secret weapon!

He definitely look a lot better out there defensively. His D on the pNr improved since the last time he had any substantial minutes, which it seems like more than 2 weeks+ since he gotten any meaningful minutes. And his D on Cousins was great. Cousins was killing Diaw and West, but Boban was shutting him down. His length and strength were noticeably bothering Cousins, who I think is the best offensive C in the league.

[Drom John]

[Marjonovic's] length and strength were noticeably bothering Cousins, who I think is the best offensive C in the league.

Cherry picking the minutes:
basketball-reference.com
For single seasons; in the regular season; in 2015-16; played F-C or C or C-F; requiring Minutes Played >= 330; sorted by descending Offensive Box Plus/Minus.
1) 3.2 Boban Marjonvic
2T) 2.5 Chris Bosh, Nikola Jokic (the backup center on the Serbian National team)
4) 1.7 Karl-Anthony Towns
5T) 1.6 Al Horford, Greg Monroe
7) 1.1 Demarcus Cousins

17) 0.2 Boris Diaw

33T) -1.0 Tim Duncan, Dwight Howard

If minutes were cherry picked to 120+, then:
1) 4.2 Matt Bonner

[buttsR4rebounding]

Cherry picking the minutes:
basketball-reference.com
For single seasons; in the regular season; in 2015-16; played F-C or C or C-F; requiring Minutes Played >= 330; sorted by descending Offensive Box Plus/Minus.
1) 3.2 Boban Marjonvic
2T) 2.5 Chris Bosh, Nikola Jokic (the backup center on the Serbian National team)
4) 1.7 Karl-Anthony Towns
5T) 1.6 Al Horford, Greg Monroe
7) 1.1 Demarcus Cousins

17) 0.2 Boris Diaw

33T) -1.0 Tim Duncan, Dwight Howard

If minutes were cherry picked to 120+, then:
1) 4.2 Matt Bonner

Matt Bonner--SECRET WEAPON

[TheMulletMan3000]

Nikola Jokic (the backup center on the Serbian National team)


When did he play for Serbian national team? I hope he does play. If he continues to play like this he will be by far the best Serbian player.

[ace3g]

Tom Orsborn Tom_orsborn
(https://twitter.com/tom_orsborn) Boban on his 19-point night: "I don't feel pressure or nervous anymore. I feel good. After this game I feel great." #Spurs (https://twitter.com/search?q=%23Spurs)

[MultiTroll]

No minutes vs the Wubs. :rolleyes
Lets see what Pock gives him @ Denver.

[hater]

Would love to see him vs Grizz tbh. I'm confident we shall

:wow (posted November 2015)

:wow :wow

[hater]

Can't wait till he gets 12 and 8 in his first playoff game. The rest will be history....

[in2deep]

https://giant.gfycat.com/HugeColorfulGalapagossealion.gif


:lmao damn














looks like an alien stripping the poor guy off his mind

[ace3g]

https://scontent-dfw1-1.cdninstagram.com/t51.2885-15/e35/13258905_769357513166475_1420812956_n.jpg?ig_cache _key=MTI2MjQ1MjcyMzQ5NTkyNTk3Mw%3D%3D.2

[ace3g]

https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/709490101848563716/nIvHgKvb_bigger.jpgDavid Pick‏@IAmDPick (https://twitter.com/IAmDPick)

Sources close to Boban Marjanovic believe he'll re-sign with the San Antonio Spurs.

[TheGreatYacht]

https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/709490101848563716/nIvHgKvb_bigger.jpgDavid Pick‏@IAmDPick (https://twitter.com/IAmDPick)

Sources close to Boban Marjanovic believe he'll re-sign with the San Antonio Spurs.

Would be the best backup Center in the league, easily.

Props to RC if he can get him back :tu

[Obi Juan Kenobi]

Would be the best backup Center in the league, easily.

Props to RC if he can get him back :tu

:bobo

[Spur|n|Austin]

https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/709490101848563716/nIvHgKvb_bigger.jpgDavid Pick‏@IAmDPick (https://twitter.com/IAmDPick)

Sources close to Boban Marjanovic believe he'll re-sign with the San Antonio Spurs.


Nice. I think Pick was the guy who also announced he was coming to SA in the first place.

[RuffnReadyOzStyle]

https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/709490101848563716/nIvHgKvb_bigger.jpgDavid Pick‏@IAmDPick (https://twitter.com/IAmDPick)

Sources close to Boban Marjanovic believe he'll re-sign with the San Antonio Spurs.


Nice.

[tholdren]

great - now just don't play him when he's obviously effective and its the playoffs.

pop be like nasa got spaceships

[Spurs9]

https://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/709490101848563716/nIvHgKvb_bigger.jpgDavid Pick‏@IAmDPick (https://twitter.com/IAmDPick)

Sources close to Boban Marjanovic believe he'll re-sign with the San Antonio Spurs.


The riverwalk must have sold him

[Capt Bringdown]

:pop: He's not ready

[hater]

At least we did not fuck up the off season yet. Decent move.

[Ditty]

Great to have him back if true. Could do a lot worse as your 4th/5th big man with the talent on offense he has shown. Great teammate, and person to have around during the grind of a long regular season. Him and his family seem to love the city, so I don't think he wanted to get away from an environment that he is comfortable in and cherishes him.

Seems to have a great work ethic, and hopefully he at least improves on his rebounding this offseason using his body a lot better. Could be used in certain crucial matchups....if he's played properly.

[Obi Juan Kenobi]

Can never have enough great guys like Boban on your team...great to have him back!!!

[SD126]

👍👍👍👍👍

[dabom]

RC with another Best GM award.

[BG_Spurs_Fan]

No Durant :depressed

[SAGirl]

No Durant :depressed
That was a wild ride of a thread but always seemed like a wish list at best. I didn't believe for a moment that was a possibility.
I did believe the possibilities of Tim and Manu retiring, so maybe they make moderate additions in FA, pay Boban, add Bertans, Cady, count on improvement from Anderson/Simmons, draft the BPA (hopefully a guard) and call it an off-season. I have been saying ppl would be disappointed here.
I did think Boris was a potential target for a trade but then he came out saying Spurs wish to keep him, so there you go. We are probably adding role players this off season and counting on internal improvement, which is fine bc that is how the 2014 championship team was built. You need some cheap young players to get better and contribute.

A significant addition could be made in 2017 probably

[cutewizard]

Hope Boban improves in the offseason...............


hope he acquires more pivotman skills

[palangi]

Can never have enough great guys like Boban on your team...great to have him back!!!
Great, let's bring Bonner back then! He's a great guy, can't have enough, right?

[AFMadison]

Great, let's bring Bonner back then! He's a great guy, can't have enough, right?
Why no love for Bobi?

[DrSteffo]

Why no love for Bobi?

Ignorance or nationalism/prejudice probably

[palangi]

Why no love for Bobi?
I don't mind Boban. He does some good things. If he is brought back I won't be mad. I'd just like to see us get a little more athletic with our bigs. It is the way the NBA is going.