Manu coming back to San Antonio

[Kuestmaster]

https://twitter.com/manuginobili/status/751026246067380224

https://twitter.com/manuginobili/status/751027034017628161

The second one is in spanish, but he says that "As expected, I will continue my career in San Antonio. I will play my 15th season with the same team. Great privilege!"

[mookie2001]

Better than mills.

[turkish spurs fan]

my legend !

[Mouth is Bleeding]

Great news!

Hopefully it's for the 15 million!!! :downspin:

[hsxvvd]

The Manu farewell tour... I think I may need to make another trip across the pond.

[Fireball]

as expected after he said he will play another season ...

[TheGoldStandard]

Per Par.. nothing to see here.

[TheGreatYacht]

Better be for the minimum or he could've played for the Austin Toros for all I care

[raybies]

Excellent! So Boban is likely gone or Patty? Or both? I need to do my numbers.

Roster as of now
Parker/Mills/Murray
Green/Manu/Simmons
Leonard/Bertans
Aldridge/Anderson
Pau

[cutewizard]

Manu and Gasol pick and roll shall be the most unstoppable weapon in basketball!

stronger than the shit of the reptilian aliens, hahahahahahahaha

[Perry Mason]

I really, really hope he does everything he can to stay healthy. And he can't carry the bench anymore. Just be a decoy and facilitator, and really work that 3-point shot.

[Kuestmaster]

He has stayed relatively healthy the past couple of years, so I'm expecting a big injury this year following his last olympic games. it's about time.

[sasaint]

I really, really hope he does everything he can to stay healthy. And he can't carry the bench anymore. Just be a decoy and facilitator, and really work that 3-point shot.

Was he evolving into a good spot-up 3-point specialist, or was that just my hope-skewed view?

[Solid D]

Great news!!!

[NASpurs]

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[TheGoldStandard]

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And?? Probably from a garbage team.

[TheGreatYacht]

And?? Probably from a garbage team.

[SpursFan86]

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I wonder if this is just bullshit or if some team actually tried throwing like $10+ million at Manu for a 1-year deal. Can't imagine any team would do that. Manu is a great piece for a contender looking to improve, but I don't think any contenders have that sort of money (certainly not to throw at Manu). If it's a middling or garbage team, I don't know why the hell they'd want to spend that money on him either. *shrugs*

Anyways, guesses on how much money he got from SA?

[TDomination]

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i wonder from who. pistons? lol

[SpursFan86]

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Hmm, just saw this.

[tonight...you]

i wonder from who. pistons? lol
I could see the Lakers signing him to bring some salt to those young kids over there.

[NASpurs]

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Hmm, just saw this.

So what does it all mean and where's this money coming from? Is it from Duncan retiring? Is it from Boban leaving?

[TheGoldStandard]

So what does it all mean and where's this money coming from? Is it from Duncan retiring? Is it from Boban leaving?

Operating over the cap so they'll just pay him whatever.. He's probably making 7 or 8 this year

[Leetonidas]

considering the wing options available to replacement him right now I'm happy he's coming back

[DAF86]

And?? Probably from a garbage team.

Doubt it. A man of Manu's age serves no purpose to a rebuilding team. It surely was from a playoffs team, most likely a contender. I wouldn't be shocked if it was from GS, tbh. They lost some depth and Kerr loves Manu's game.

[kobyz]

lol Manu gonna keep getting minutes...most liability player in the league!

[DAF86]

I wonder if this is just bullshit or if some team actually tried throwing like $10+ million at Manu for a 1-year deal. Can't imagine any team would do that. Manu is a great piece for a contender looking to improve, but I don't think any contenders have that sort of money (certainly not to throw at Manu). If it's a middling or garbage team, I don't know why the hell they'd want to spend that money on him either. *shrugs*

Anyways, guesses on how much money he got from SA?

"Big offer", doesn't necesarily have to be because of money, imho.

[DAF86]

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ElNono doing work. :lmao

[TheGoldStandard]

Doubt it. A man of Manu's age serves no purpose to a rebuilding team. It surely was from a playoffs team, most likely a contender. I wouldn't be shocked if it was from GS, tbh. They lost some depth and Kerr loves Manu's game.

GS has no money.. they couldn't offer a serious deal that woud jeopardize the Spurs.

[DAF86]

GS has no money.. they couldn't offer a serious deal that woud jeopardize the Spurs.


"Big offer", doesn't necesarily have to be because of money, imho.

A chance of playing for the best team in the league is a "big offer" in itself. Specially under Manu's thinking.

[TheGoldStandard]

A chance of playing for the best team in the league is a "big offer" in itself. Specially under Manu's thinking.

Maybe nut his agent was talking about the increase in money around the league and how Manu was aware of the market. He wasn't going to go play for the minimum and chase rings. He wanted more than the 2.9 he was gonna get and play for someone who's in the conversation. Cavs have no money, Clip have no money, GS has no money.. It was San Antonio or bust.. I'm sure the Spurs could have played hardball and got him for cheaper but why not just pay him some cash especially since it'll be over the cap and only for 1 year.

[spurs10]

ElNono (http://www.spurstalk.com/forums/member.php?u=8054) doing work. :lmao He said he's been out making $!!

[mbass]

Doubt it. A man of Manu's age serves no purpose to a rebuilding team. It surely was from a playoffs team, most likely a contender. I wouldn't be shocked if it was from GS, tbh. They lost some depth and Kerr loves Manu's game.

I was thinking GS or the Thunder - possibly the Lakers.

[Mouth is Bleeding]

Miami? It could have been a number of teams.

Few players who contribute to winning as much as Manu are this cheap.

10 million and he'll still be significantly underpaid.

[BillMc]

I am of course very happy to have Manu back (my favorite player all time after TD). And he deserves the pay raise.

But with him and Dedmond signing, where is the money coming from? Someone else getting traded?

[NASpurs]

I am of course very happy to have Manu back (my favorite player all time after TD). And he deserves the pay raise.

But with him and Dedmond signing, where is the money coming from? Someone else getting traded?

I found this explanation interesting

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[phxspurfan]

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Cleveland or Miami

[BillMc]

I found this explanation interesting

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Great clarification. Many thanks!! Good video by Paul Garcia. :toast

[TheGreatYacht]

The offer was from a shitty team.

Golden State has the vets min to offer, and Cleveland has around 3M to offer.

[houston spurs fan]

I found this explanation interesting

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So Tim is gone...

[NASpurs]

Great clarification. Many thanks!! Good video by Paul Garcia. :toast

Basically what I got from the video is that if Manu got paid ($5 million or so), it means that Duncan is retiring. And with reports that Manu got a bump, that's what it seems like from my point of view.

[NASpurs]

So Tim is gone...

Seems like it :(

[BillMc]

Basically what I got from the video is that if Manu got paid ($5 million or so), it means that Duncan is retiring. And with reports that Manu got a bump, that's what it seems like from my point of view.

Yep, there's no way around it now.

[Spur|n|Austin]

I am of course very happy to have Manu back (my favorite player all time after TD). And he deserves the pay raise.

But with him and Dedmond signing, where is the money coming from? Someone else getting traded?

Spurs are going over the cap for Manu I believe.

[jermaine]

Garcia with the goods! Great video. Miller comes back... Pop loves Dre Miller .

[BillMc]

Spurs are going over the cap for Manu I believe.

One last big payday. Wonder how big it will be?

[objective]

Speculation I had heard was that Boston could have made a big offer

[BillMc]

Speculation I had heard was that Boston could have made a big offer

He would have been a good mentor to their young guys.

Or maybe Pat Riley trying to show Wade something by signing Manu. :lol

[SpursforSix]

I am of course very happy to have Manu back (my favorite player all time after TD). And he deserves the pay raise.

But with him and Dedmond signing, where is the money coming from? Someone else getting traded?

They traded Pau for West. Saved a ton.

[Spur|n|Austin]

He would have been a good mentor to their young guys.

Or maybe Pat Riley trying to show Wade something by signing Manu. :lol

I could see Manu possibly considering Miami a bit, even if it was just a tiny bit. That latino lifestyle there makes SA look like Dallas.

[BillMc]

I could see Manu possibly considering Miami a bit, even if it was just a tiny bit. That latino lifestyle there makes SA look like Dallas.

Yep. I lived 3.5 years in the Miami region and know (or knew) it well. Manu would be very popular there.

[bklynspursfan]

Timmy :depressed

[ducks]

And?? Probably from a garbage team.

Denver after they lost out on wade

[BillMc]

Timmy :depressed

+https://unmundobinario.files.wordpress.com/2008/03/googlo.jpg

[BillMc]

If someone had said to me after the 2013, 14, or 15 seasons, who had more time left Manu or Timmy, I'd have gone with Duncan easily. Strange how things change.

[Canyonero]

We did it ElNono :cry

[Seventyniner]

If the Spurs re-sign Manu without renouncing him, they can wait until everyone else is signed and give him anything up to the max. Given Garcia's explanation, I could see this. I think it's even more plausible if Tim doesn't retire and signs a minimum contract after being waived/stretched (if that's possible).

[BillMc]

I wonder if it will have a second year player option or partial guarantee?

[Keepin' it real]

Basically what I got from the video is that if Manu got paid ($5 million or so), it means that Duncan is retiring.

What i got from the video is that Mulitinov isn't coming over. Was looking forward to seeing him.

[BillMc]

What i got from the video is that Mulitinov isn't coming over. Was looking forward to seeing him.

Yep. No Mulitinov. And No Duncan with these moves. Those were my takeaways.

[NASpurs]

Wtf :lol

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[TheGreatYacht]

Wtf :lol

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Trade that washed up POS :lmao

[BillMc]

Wtf :lol

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If it's only 1 year, give 'em all you can as long you don't cross the tax line.

[Dex]

If someone had said to me after the 2013, 14, or 15 seasons, who had more time left Manu or Timmy, I'd have gone with Duncan easily. Strange how things change.

Yep...I said all along that last year would be Manu's last but it looked like Duncan had enough left in the tank to keep playing.

So much for that. :depressed

I haven't mentally prepared for Duncan to be gone.

[Barfunk]

This is great news. I can't believe that there are actual Spurs fans here who want Parker and Ginobili gone. Without those two the Spurs are light THREE championships. THREE! We don't win 2005, 2007, 2014, and maybe 2003, without Parker and Manu, and don't even sniff the 2013 finals without Parker. These guys deserve to be Spurs for life. We wouldn't even be having this conversation if it weren't for some horrendous and sketchy officiating that favored OKC. I'm just sayin.

[HI-FI]

Wtf :lol

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Holy shit. Looks like ElNono and his Rudoy clan will be set for life.

[Ditty]

I don't have any issues with Don Harris like other do, but when then Don Harris gain any sources ? :lol

[Seventyniner]

This is great news. I can't believe that there are actual Spurs fans here who want Parker and Ginobili gone. Without those two the Spurs are light THREE championships. THREE! We don't win 2005, 2007, 2014, and maybe 2003, without Parker and Manu, and don't even sniff the 2013 finals without Parker. These guys deserve to be Spurs for life. We wouldn't even be having this conversation if it weren't for some horrendous and sketchy officiating that favored OKC. I'm just sayin.

But what have you done for me lately?

[emanueldavidginobili]

It was Toronto that offered Manu the deal.

[Keepin' it real]

But what have you done for me lately?

You mean besides accepting contracts for well below their market value?

[Crazymaddopeyo]

The disrespect Manu gets from some "fans" is crazy. Dude can do whatever he wants after all he's done for the team and he deserves it. I'm glad he's back.

[Crazymaddopeyo]

Trade that washed up POS :lmao


Seriously, what was your favorite team in 2008? Because it damn sure wasn't the Spurs.

[beirmeistr]

Wow! Manu and Pau together. Should boost Latino attendancd at the games.

[Pocho La Pantera]

Seriously, what was your favorite team in 2008? Because it damn sure wasn't the Spurs. he was born in 08.

[From Downtown]

Where do those 10 millions come from?

[Seventyniner]

You mean besides accepting contracts for well below their market value?

Guess I should have used blue font.

[LakerHater]

Damn, one yr 10 MIL.... happy retirement Tim!

[mudyez]

Welcome back Manu!

[Kikoluna]

Thank God, I wasn't ready for the end. Hope timmy comes back so we can give him a proper farewell

[houston spurs fan]

Hey let's be honest here Manu has sacrificed more than anyone over the years in terms of salary to keep the core together. He could have gone elsewhere in his prime but chose to stay. He deserves $10 mil.

[EVAY]

Spurs are going over the cap for Manu I believe.

That's what I think too.

[slick'81]

Holy shit 10 mil.....um nice

[Mel_13]

If someone had said to me after the 2013, 14, or 15 seasons, who had more time left Manu or Timmy, I'd have gone with Duncan easily. Strange how things change.

Very true.

Anyway, glad that he's coming back and that the Spurs are rewarding him for services rendered.

[r0drig0lac]

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Denver

[BillMc]

Denver

That'd be my guess too.

[UZER]

Hey let's be honest here Manu has sacrificed more than anyone over the years in terms of salary to keep the core together. He could have gone elsewhere in his prime but chose to stay. He deserves $10 mil.

Eh, it was a mutual sacrifice. In the long run the Spurs allowed him to make more money over time by extending his career. If he had gone elsewhere, he'd been out of the league years ago due to injury.

[td4mvp2k]

he turned down more $ to resign and retire a spur well deserved tbh :toast

[Crazymaddopeyo]

he turned down more $ to resign and retire a spur well deserved tbh :toast

Amen.

[baseline bum]

If the Spurs re-sign Manu without renouncing him, they can wait until everyone else is signed and give him anything up to the max. Given Garcia's explanation, I could see this. I think it's even more plausible if Tim doesn't retire and signs a minimum contract after being waived/stretched (if that's possible).

Yeah, Manu's cap hold is only $4.35 million I think. He absolutely deserves $10-$15 million this year to make up for the paycuts he has taken.

[baseline bum]

Yep...I said all along that last year would be Manu's last but it looked like Duncan had enough left in the tank to keep playing.

So much for that. :depressed

I haven't mentally prepared for Duncan to be gone.

With Tim's contract what it is the Spurs are about $1 million short of being able to offer Gasol $15 million starting unless Tim retires and the Spurs apply the stretch provision.

[Dex]

With Tim's contract what it is the Spurs are about $1 million short of being able to offer Gasol $15 million starting unless Tim retires and the Spurs apply the stretch provision.

I DON'T NEED TO KNOW THESE FACTS, DOUBLE-B!!!! :cry

[baseline bum]

I DON'T NEED TO KNOW THESE FACTS, DOUBLE-B!!!! :cry

If Tim was coming back you probably would have heard Gasol signed for 2 years, $28 million. It's never going to feel the same without him. When David retired that whole 2003-04 season just felt off after watching him for 14 years. I don't know how long it'll take getting used to Tim not being there after 19 years.

[baseline bum]

dp fuck

[tonight...you]

If Tim was coming back you probably would have heard Gasol signed for 2 years, $28 million. It's never going to feel the same without him. When David retired that whole 2003-04 season just felt off after watching him for 14 years. I don't know how long it'll take getting used to Tim not being there after 19 years.
Yeah... Nothing else to say, but:

Yeah. Damn...

[GSH]

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So somebody offered Manu a lot more than $10M for one year?

[beirmeistr]

did spurs offer manu was$10 mil?

[slick'81]

did spurs offer manu was$10 mil?

Don harris and his insiders say so

[ElNono]

Sorry I'm late to this, still counting the money... :greedy

[Russ]

When David retired that whole 2003-04 season just felt off after watching him for 14 years. I don't know how long it'll take getting used to Tim not being there after 19 years.

Going off Robinson will be like no more Coke Zero.

Going off Duncan will be like smack withdrawal.

[TheGreatYacht]

So somebody offered Manu a lot more than $10M for one year?
Of course not. His agent is lying his ass off to get more money. Don't think other teams want a 39 year old who's choked in 3 out of the last 4 playoffs.

[ElNono]

So somebody offered Manu a lot more than $10M for one year?

Guys like Doc Rivers love vet talent like that... even the Lakeshow could use a backup PG in that mold, tbh...

This market has been crazy. Glad to have him a Spur for life...

Also, the haters meltdowns are hilarious, tbh...

[kuato]

https://youtu.be/SW1CUAiW3yo

[BillMc]

Sorry I'm late to this, still counting the money... :greedy
:lol

[afireinside20]

A chance of playing for the best team in the league is a "big offer" in itself. Specially under Manu's thinking.

Yea but Manu wouldn't flake out on us like that fag David West