Spurs Assign Ray McCallum and Boban Marjanovic To Austin Spurs

[Robz4000]

http://austin.dleague.nba.com/news/spurs-assign-boban-marjanovic-ray-mccallum-to-austin-spurs/

One game stint or think they'll be there a bit?

[Chinook]

With Tavares being assigned to Canton, the Toros were in need of a 7-3 center.

[ParadoxEN]

DG next, IMO.

[ceperez]

This is one Toros game that I want to see. Let's see how Boban plays against midgets.

[ceperez]

Spurs should start seriously thinking of trading McCallum. He's supposed to be a Cojo replacement but I haven't been impressed with his play making skills or his defensive skills.

[Robz4000]

Spurs should start seriously thinking of trading McCallum. He's supposed to be a Cojo replacement but I haven't been impressed with his play making skills or his defensive skills.

...He's played like 15 total minutes so far this season.

[AFMadison]

...He's played like 15 total minutes so far this season.

[DPG21920]

I'm surprised they send Boban down to the DL tbh..Seems kind of disrespectful for a player of his caliber.

[kawhidoyoudothistome]

Would like to see Ray get some minutes, but we've got better players at his position on our roster. I think he's better defensively compared to Patty and Parker, but his offense needs to get more in tune with the Spurs. Austin will definitely help him get adjusted. Boban might be in the DLeague for a bit, for similar reasons as Ray. With the addition of Simmons to the rotation, I understand why these moves were made, or at least the McCallum move.

[kawhidoyoudothistome]

I'm surprised they send Boban down to the DL tbh..Seems kind of disrespectful for a player of his caliber.

Not only his caliber, but his celebrity. SA LOVES Boban.

[Lostwingman]

...He's played like 15 total minutes so far this season.

That's 15 more minutes than a hypochondriac needs to make a decision.

[Brazil]

wtf tbh

boban ?

[KL2]

Makes me wonder what happens to these guys in the future, they'll probably be pretty cheap due to the lack of playing time once their contract runs out.

[AFMadison]

DG next, IMO.
Lol

[Dex]

I'm surprised they send Boban down to the DL tbh..Seems kind of disrespectful for a player of his caliber.

Dude needs playing time, and he is not getting it here. Hard to really keep your skills honed and get used to the speed of the NBA game when you are only playing in practice and 3-4 garbage minutes once a week.

Boban seems to be a good dude and has been in good spirits with the team so far. He's always up on the bench clapping and supporting the team, even in street clothes. Hopefully he doesn't take this as a slight and, if he does...well, he can get over himself.

[BatManu20]

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[BatManu20]

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[Lostwingman]

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Strongly considering going. It's right up the road for me.

[Nathan89]

Spurs should start seriously thinking of trading McCallum. He's supposed to be a Cojo replacement but I haven't been impressed with his play making skills or his defensive skills.

We need 3pgs.

[moon02]

I think they will be there for a bit. They are both new additions that won't get enough playing time to properly learn the spurs system. The Toros run the same system as the spurs. This represents a excellent chance for them to figure out the system against real competition and whats expected of them. They won't get this on the Spurs at this time. Later in the season when they get more accustomed to the system, it will be easier to find playing time as Pop starts resting the starters more.

[timtonymanu]

Been pretty impressed with both of them in the little time they've played. Simmons has gotten better too.

It's nice the Spurs bench isn't being wasted with scrubs like Austin Daye and Errors.

[Lostwingman]

Omg they're playing Westchester tonight, isn't that Jimmer's team? Are we going to see a Ray-Jimmer matchup?

[BatManu20]

Omg they're playing Westchester tonight, isn't that Jimmer's team? Are we going to see a Ray-Jimmer matchup?

:lol I think we are

[Mnky]

That's a good idea if they're both supportive of it, which I think is partly required at this point. They'll get opportunity to develop while learning the system, plus build confidence. What's not to like?

[Robz4000]

Oh fuck, Jimmer revenge game already?

[Chris]

Dude needs playing time, and he is not getting it here. Hard to really keep your skills honed and get used to the speed of the NBA game when you are only playing in practice and 3-4 garbage minutes once a week.

Boban seems to be a good dude and has been in good spirits with the team so far. He's always up on the bench clapping and supporting the team, even in street clothes. Hopefully he doesn't take this as a slight and, if he does...well, he can get over himself.

Pretty much this, Pop does this all the time with new players - especially in their 1st year. I'm sure Boban wants to play anyways.

[Mel_13]

http://austin.dleague.nba.com/news/spurs-assign-boban-marjanovic-ray-mccallum-to-austin-spurs/

One game stint or think they'll be there a bit?

Two games seems likely. Austin plays tonight and tomorrow night in Austin and then doesn't play again until next Friday. No need to leave them in Texas while the Spurs travel to games in Philly and Toronto next week.

They both need the minutes. I'd have to imagine that Dleague time came up during the negotiations with Boban and this isn't disrespectful in any way, it's just a way to get him some real game reps.

[ceperez]

:lol I think we are

Must see event!

[ceperez]

Two games seems likely. Austin plays tonight and tomorrow night in Austin and then doesn't play again until next Friday. No need to leave them in Texas while the Spurs travel to games in Philly and Toronto next week.

They both need the minutes. I'd have to imagine that Dleague time came up during the negotiations with Boban and this isn't disrespectful in any way, it's just a way to get him some real game reps.

Baynes played in the D-league too. He previously played in some minor league in Europe. So it's not unusual that this happened to Boban. Besides... it was obvious he was really rusty the last game.

[Brian Windhorst]

It would take 1 ankle turn from Tony or Patty for us to need Ray for at least 15 good minutes in a game

It would take simultaneous injuries to Diaw, Butler, Anderson, and West for us to even remotely need Bonner for garbage minutes

Bonner dresses for the games :bang :pctoss

[steeledl]

It would take 1 ankle turn from Tony or Patty for us to need Ray for at least 15 good minutes in a game

It would take simultaneous injuries to Diaw, Butler, Anderson, and West for us to even remotely need Bonner for garbage minutes

Bonner dresses for the games :bang :pctoss


Bonner is a beautiful soul that keeps the team in tact.

[Keepin' it real]

Spurs should start seriously thinking of trading McCallum. He's supposed to be a Cojo replacement but I haven't been impressed with his play making skills or his defensive skills.

Poor playmaking AND defensive skills ... hmm, sounds like a total package. He should command a real strong trade value. Great idea!

[ceperez]

Poor playmaking AND defensive skills ... hmm, sounds like a total package. He should command a real strong trade value. Great idea!

I think he's got an expiring contract... that may be worth something!

BTW... is that Nando de Colo guy a free agent?

[xellos88330]

Dude needs playing time, and he is not getting it here. Hard to really keep your skills honed and get used to the speed of the NBA game when you are only playing in practice and 3-4 garbage minutes once a week.

Boban seems to be a good dude and has been in good spirits with the team so far. He's always up on the bench clapping and supporting the team, even in street clothes. Hopefully he doesn't take this as a slight and, if he does...well, he can get over himself.

This.

I think this was a great move for him. I think he is a fantastic player, but it is apparent at this point he cannot hide behind the "limited minutes" excuse when games are on the line. Playing against scrappy players that are dying to make it to the NBA seems to be what he needs to adjust to the NBA. I basically think he needs to be faster with his decision making. In the NBA you have to use instincts because guys although may not be as big, but they have been playing against this competition much longer and react much faster.

[szkorhetz]

I think he's got an expiring contract... that may be worth something!

BTW... is that Nando de Colo guy a free agent?
No, he is playing in CSKA Moscow, and has great stats. http://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/competition/players/showplayer?pcode=002100&seasoncode=E2015

[GSH]

I'm glad that both of them will get a bunch of minutes. I'd like to see the looks on the faces of the guys who see Boban for the first time. There should be some guys trying to prove something, so hopefully they will challenge him. I still think he's got the skills to contribute here, once he adjusts to the NBA. You can't teach tall.

[ChumpDumper]

You can watch the game live or archived at either link.

http://dleague.nba.com/games/20151204/WESAUS/

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[SpurPadre]

Been pretty impressed with both of them in the little time they've played. Simmons has gotten better too.

It's nice the Spurs bench isn't being wasted with scrubs like Austin Daye and Errors.

Bonner and his retarded socks say hi.

[tonight...you]

You can watch the game live or archived at either link.

http://dleague.nba.com/games/20151204/WESAUS/

yEpl1RrrRB8

Thank you!

[Lostwingman]

You can watch the game live or archived at either link.

http://dleague.nba.com/games/20151204/WESAUS/

yEpl1RrrRB8

Many thanks!

[SpursBig3s]

Spurs should start seriously thinking of trading McCallum. He's supposed to be a Cojo replacement but I haven't been impressed with his play making skills or his defensive skills.


It's really weird. I know you're not a troll, but your takes on players and basketball are just so damn atrocious. Like how do you even know that?

[Thunder1]

thanx ChumpDumper..

[ElNono]

I think it's so they can just get some playing time.

It's noteworthy that Ray had to actually agree to go, being a 2 season veteran, and could've easily refused. This speaks well of him.

As far as Boban, they can only send him down 3 times max, but with 1/4 of a season gone, it probably makes sense also so he could get some minutes.

[ElNono]

You can watch the game live or archived at either link.

http://dleague.nba.com/games/20151204/WESAUS/

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Jimmer playing?

[SAGirl]

http://austin.dleague.nba.com/news/spurs-assign-boban-marjanovic-ray-mccallum-to-austin-spurs/

One game stint or think they'll be there a bit?

I think they are on Anderson's path from last season: sent there with an assignment to work on different things probably for most of the season, only to be recalled if we need them.

It really didn't make sense to send Simmons' there. He's a rookie, but in terms of development compared to newly drafted rookies, they are not on the same level. He would be like a 3rd yr. player on the Spurs in reality, having spent 2 years developing his game in the Dleague, then being a featured guy in summer league, plus he has obvious talent and he's not an undeveloped youngster who needs to strengthen his body. He is already 26, entering the prime of his game, and at a point where he needs to be fast tracked against NBA level competition, and we have better coaches in San Antonio, which already shows in his much improved ball handling and even new moves being added to his repertoire.

Ray can play in the NBA obviously and he' s not a rookie, but he had poor coaching in Sacramento and in the limited minutes that I saw him, it showed that he wasn't familiar enough with the Spurs offense and had trouble with simple things like entering the ball into the post, or just calling out a set and getting guys in their spots before attacking. I suspect his assignment is to run the point full time in Austin specifically to get him familiar with the sets, what plays he can run for himself and secondary actions that he can use, as well as what plays to run for others. He didn't strike me as a talented passer, but neither was CoJo. He just needs to be solid in understanding the offense well enough and right now he doesn't. He can't be compared to Simmons in this regard, who spent two years in Austin.

Boban needs to work on his individual post moves besides his defense. He has potential but is turning the ball over at too high a rate, and is out of position on defense very often. I noticed in the Atlanta game, the last like 6 mins of blow out time, Anderson was on rim protection every possession and Boban all the time in the perimeter. Sometimes it was a fastbreak situation but not always. He was just simply out of position, and leaving Anderson in an island back at the rim. He needs to learn how to shield the ball, etc.

I suppose this means Simmons has already entered into the list of players that we are going to use through the season, and that is why he was getting an extended look at every possible situation. I expect the Spurs to even use him from time to time in different lineups the same as they have done with Anderson, particularly because the bench needs at time a scoring punch and Johnathon can score!

[ChumpDumper]

Jimmer playing?Scheduled to play.

[ElNono]

Scheduled to play.

http://stream1.gifsoup.com/view4/1667078/bw-popcorn-o.gif

[UNT Eagles 2016]

Send Leonard down there to obtain some confidence by having a 100 point night

[SAGirl]

By the way thanks for sharing this Robz... this particular game is intriguing!

[BillMc]

I'm surprised they send Boban down to the DL tbh..Seems kind of disrespectful for a player of his caliber.

Probably as much about keeping in shape as skills development.

[ChumpDumper]

I think it is "affiliate night" in Cedar Park as well. Makes sense to send someone down.

[Em-City]

i assume this is a gonna be the game thread?

[Em-City]

2 assists for boban already

[Em-City]

Oreb + putback... nice ;)

[Lostwingman]

Chat is there entirely for Boban lol

And here I am wanting to see what Cady looks like now. :lol

AHAHAHA Boban already knocked a guy into the floor for rebound. Like an adult around children.

[Lostwingman]

Ouch, yea, I can see how Boban really needs this D League stint.

[Lostwingman]

God Boban is a really good passer. If only he could back someone down.

[Em-City]

yeah, he seems to enjoy making that high-post pass where he can see everything (a la Duncan), but he REALLY struggles with passing out of the post

[r0drig0lac]

lol Boban

[Em-City]

ahahaha another foul off the ball

[Lostwingman]

Cady is in now.

[Em-City]

I think 9-10 d-league games would do wonders for boban. aside from maybe 1:30 at the end of a q. on a big like DJ/D12/drummond, he's nowhere near ready for any serious rotation play.

[Lostwingman]

Cady can hit the corner 3 it seems.

[ElNono]

Jimmer right now...

http://i.imgur.com/GSftuQ5.gif

[Lostwingman]

Damn Jimmer's 1-6 already.

[Em-City]

the box score is rediculous.. they've only given boban 2 ast (should be 4) and he's supposedly hit a 3 :lol

[Em-City]

oh my... Jarell Eddie threw down the hammer!

[Lostwingman]

Eddie's pretty impressive honestly.

[Em-City]

Eddie's pretty impressive honestly.

agreed, his 3-ball is obviously money, but he can also put it on the floor.

I'll need to keep a closer eye on his D, but he looks legit on offense.

[ElNono]

stream stopped? smh dleague

[Em-City]

i didn't know bairstow was with austin. he'd be an intriguing big man.. moreso than cady IMO

[GSH]

Damn. Streamer stopped streaming.

[Em-City]

..... was fun while it lasted

[ChumpDumper]

i didn't know bairstow was with austin. he'd be an intriguing big man.. moreso than cady IMOHe was sent down by Chicago.

[tonight...you]

He was sent down by Chicago.
For some reason Bairstow reminds me of Bill Curly.

[ChumpDumper]

Feed finally came back.

[SAGirl]

TO really kill Boban. You know Pop hates those.

[SAGirl]

RAy!!! lol
I like that he chose Cojo's number 5 for the dleague, somewhat nostalgic.

5 was also Anderson's college number.

[ChumpDumper]

RAy!!! lol
I like that he chose Cojo's number 5 for the dleague, somewhat nostalgic.

5 was also Anderson's college number.I don't think they choose their own numbers.

[SAGirl]

Wow.. too many people watching? stream stopped.

[GSH]

I don't think they choose their own numbers.


Oh damn! I choked iced tea through my nose.

SAGirl - you're sweet. But daaamn.

[Ellsworth]

Replay is always available on YT after the game... just have to watch sth else in the meantime :sleep

[SAGirl]

Oh damn! I choked iced tea through my nose.

SAGirl - you're sweet. But daaamn.
:lol
Sorry to do that to you. Its a pet peeve to keep track of players numbers. I don't go way back though, can't give you numbers of old time players b4 I started following basketball. lol

[SpursFan86]

Boban had 16 points (7/11 from the field, 2/4 from the line), 9 boards, 3 assists, 2 blocks, 1 steal, and 7 TOs in 24 minutes of play.

McCallum had 10 points (4/16 from the field, 2/2 from the line), 3 boards, 4 assists, 1 block, and 2 TOs in 38 minutes of play.

[SAGirl]

Boban had 16 points (7/11 from the field, 2/4 from the line), 9 boards, 3 assists, 2 blocks, 1 steal, and 7 TOs in 24 minutes of play.

McCallum had 10 points (4/16 from the field, 2/2 from the line), 3 boards, 4 assists, 1 block, and 2 TOs in 38 minutes of play.
Well McCallum at least didnt have too many TO, I suspect that is something they wanted him to work on, but not too many assists either. He also didn't shoot well, so maybe forced things too much. He needs more work right?

Boban playing 24 minutes is good for his conditioning. The TO are the most important for him to reduce.

[T Park]

7 turnovers? Jesus Boban

[Spurtacular]

Would like to see Ray get some minutes, but we've got better players at his position on our roster. I think he's better defensively compared to Patty and Parker, but his offense needs to get more in tune with the Spurs. Austin will definitely help him get adjusted. Boban might be in the DLeague for a bit, for similar reasons as Ray. With the addition of Simmons to the rotation, I understand why these moves were made, or at least the McCallum move.

He's not. He's worse for that matter, tbh.

[CGD]

Boban brings the ball down too much right now, including when overdribbling in the post, which contributes to the high TOs. He also seems to hunch over when he posts up in an attempt to move his defender's lower center of gravity, which is leading to him holding the ball too long and being open to opposing players digging/swiping. He needs to catch the ball high, in lower post position, and make quick decisions.

[Mr. Body]

It still makes me laugh that some people here thought McCallum could have commanded as much as CoJo did on the open market.

[Slutter McGee]

It still makes me laugh that some people here thought McCallum could have commanded as much as CoJo did on the open market.

citation needed

[Kawhitstorm]

Spurs should start seriously thinking of trading McCallum. He's supposed to be a Cojo replacement but I haven't been impressed with his play making skills or his defensive skills.

He isn't supposed to be CoJo's replacement, Ray is just a Patty insurance. Simmons is more of a project CoJo replacement.

[Mr. Body]

citation needed

Fuck no. I think chump might have been one of them. RC said something about getting him at a bargain by only using a late 2nd rounder and people felt their tiny little pricks rise.

[ChumpDumper]

Fuck no. I think chump might have been one of them.lol no

Different player entirely.

[ceperez]

He isn't supposed to be CoJo's replacement, Ray is just a Patty insurance. Simmons is more of a project CoJo replacement.

Well I say this only because R.C. Buford made the comparison in pre-season. But what is turning out is that Simmons seems more like the replacement. This is a good thing because nobody thought Simmons would play PG.

[Kawhitstorm]

Well I say this only because R.C. Buford made the comparison in pre-season. But what is turning out is that Simmons seems more like the replacement. This is a good thing because nobody thought Simmons would play PG.

Manu/Diaw ran the offense even when CoJo was on the roster, Simmons can run PnRs/finish in the paint but he ain't a ball handler.

[ceperez]

Manu/Diaw ran the offense even when CoJo was on the roster, Simmons can run PnRs/finish in the paint but he ain't a ball handler.

Spurs will need to decide if they need a true PG in the court that is a liability defensively. Outside of Parker, the only PG is McCallum. Unfortunately, McCallum only knows how to dribble and can't set up the offense.

I am all for Manu, Diaw and Anderson tag teaming in the PG role. Spurs main hole in defense is in the undersized PG position. It's kind of like when Bonner used to come in, and every team attacked him. Same thing when you see either Tony or Mills on the court.

[littlecoyotecoin]

citation needed

Exactly. It's one of my favorite topics of conversation. I hated how the offense stagnated when Cojo had the ball, so I am eager to find anything to replace him, Ray included. So, I tried to read every thread on the subject. Nowehere did anyone say two-year bench backup Ray was worth what 4 year vet Cojo got. A lot did say that even Cojo himself wasn't worth that. If he didn't have a Canadian birth certificate, he wouldn't have gotten that from Toronto probably, who knows. Maybe he would have gotten more, somewhere else, but wanted to go back to Canada. But, I am going to go way out on a limb and say that even playing in the Leastern conference, Toronto will not do jack shit with Cojo playing any significant role. They paid top dollar for a decent backup, or bottom of the barrel starter. And, he got that good only after four years of hard work under the wings of one of the best developmental teams in the NBA. He is an almost perfect example of making lemonade out of lemons.

[LittleCriminal]

Watched the first 5 minutes of the game... Boban is gunna be a beast coming off the bench once he gets acclimated with the system.

[spursistan]

Ray recalled..Pop probably going to give him some burn in the Philly game on Monday..

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[SAGirl]

It still makes me laugh that some people here thought McCallum could have commanded as much as CoJo did on the open market.
I don't know of anyone who said that, but RC did say that with the free agency market explosion this past summer, they for sure would not have been able to afford him.

[SAGirl]

Ray recalled..Pop probably going to give him some burn in the Philly game on Monday..

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Since Ray' s assignment was voluntary, I retract my statement that he will be there most of the season. He's likely going to go back and forth a lot. Boban likely to stay more because he needs regular real playtime to make adjustments to his post game and he won't be getting enough minutes in SA

[ElNono]

Since Ray' s assignment was voluntary, I retract my statement that he will be there most of the season. He's likely going to go back and forth a lot. Boban likely to stay more because he needs regular real playtime to make adjustments to his post game and he won't be getting enough minutes in SA

Also, 1st year players like Boban can only be sent down 3 times max in a season, per the CBA. Whereas guys like Ray with more years can be sent down unlimited times, provided the player accepts.

[midnightpulp]

Good idea. Better for them to get reps than just waste away on the bench waiting for garbage time.

Spurs just doing the best organization in basketball thangs.

[ChumpDumper]

Also, 1st year players like Boban can only be sent down 3 times max in a season, per the CBA. Whereas guys like Ray with more years can be sent down unlimited times, provided the player accepts.Those restrictions don't exist anymore.

[ceperez]

Exactly. It's one of my favorite topics of conversation. I hated how the offense stagnated when Cojo had the ball, so I am eager to find anything to replace him, Ray included. So, I tried to read every thread on the subject. Nowehere did anyone say two-year bench backup Ray was worth what 4 year vet Cojo got. A lot did say that even Cojo himself wasn't worth that. If he didn't have a Canadian birth certificate, he wouldn't have gotten that from Toronto probably, who knows. Maybe he would have gotten more, somewhere else, but wanted to go back to Canada. But, I am going to go way out on a limb and say that even playing in the Leastern conference, Toronto will not do jack shit with Cojo playing any significant role. They paid top dollar for a decent backup, or bottom of the barrel starter. And, he got that good only after four years of hard work under the wings of one of the best developmental teams in the NBA. He is an almost perfect example of making lemonade out of lemons.

Can't see why folks continue to be so high about Cojo. He didn't reach expectation and even in Toronto, has basically disappointed. To think, the Spurs could have drafted Jimmer Butler instead.

[ceperez]

It still makes me laugh that some people here thought McCallum could have commanded as much as CoJo did on the open market.

Well that's what R.C. Bufford alluded to. He basically said that they couldn't have afforded McCallum if he went on the open market. Maybe not the same outrageous salary that Cojo got from the Raptors, but maybe something that would be more than McCallum's current salary.

I had high expectations, but so far, McCallum has been mostly a bust.

To be fair, he's very athletic, has a good handle, has a very quick release and can shoot the 3. However, McCallum has a pretty low basketball IQ. It is at the same level as CoJo. That's his major failing. Unfortuately, you can't teach basketball IQ. Either you have it, or you don't.

[ceperez]

Ray recalled..Pop probably going to give him some burn in the Philly game on Monday..

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Well he played badly. Let's see how he does against Philly. If he doesn't deliver, I say Spurs pick up either Eddie or Orlando Johnson from the Austin Spurs. I don't think another short guard isn't going to improve the Spurs chances.

[tmtcsc]

wtf tbh

boban ?

Absolutely. Why is this a surprise? He's terrible and nothing more than a freak show at this point. He's a good passer but he's not fast enough for the NBA. Hell, Anderson thinks he's slow.

[ElNono]

Those restrictions don't exist anymore.

They need to update the salary faq webpage then.

[lilbthebasedgod]

Pretty awesome statline
28 minutes, 34 points, 13 rebounds, 4 assists on 16-18 shooting
http://dleague.nba.com/games/20151205/RNOAUS/

[BillMc]

Pretty awesome statline
28 minutes, 34 points, 12 rebounds, 4 assists on 16-18 shooting
http://dleague.nba.com/games/20151205/RNOAUS/

Many thanks for posting that link. Wanted to see this....:bobo