GT Spurs @ Cavs: 2:30 CST, 2/25/2018

[spursistan]

Hilarious how Cavs make us look better than we are..:lol

[ECOV]

I really like how Murray has finally realized he can hit the roll man we a tight bounce pass. See throlden. There’s this thing called improvement and it takes time but it will gradually happen for him.
something that most people don't understand

[spursistan]

Dabom gonna make the GTs for the rest of the season faggots :lol..

[BatManu20]

LMA and his "you know" interviews are so cringey :lol

[boutons_deux]

Finally spurs show up on national tv

[Canyonero]

LeBron to Spurs confirmed after this game.

[Darius Bieber]

LMA and his "you know" interviews are so cringey :lol

He uses his "you know" to fix his lifetime stuttering problem.

[Nathan89]

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[dabom]

Dabom gonna make the GTs for the rest of the season faggots :lol..

[SpurPadre]

Two observations:

1. The Cavs are fucked, tbh.
2. This was a "Fuck you Kawhi, you little bitch, we're not quitting" statement from the team.

[Spurtacular]

:lol Lebron crying for one fake foul after another 'til finally getting one.
:lol GOAT

[SpurPadre]

LMA and his "you know" interviews are so cringey :lol

TP does the you know shtick, too, tbh.

[BillMc]

Victory!:flag:

[BillMc]

LMA and his "you know" interviews are so cringey :lol

:lolTrue. But if they're interviewing on the court after the game, that's usually a win.

[bklynspursfan]

TP does the you know shtick, too, tbh.

LMA takes the you know cake easily. TP says it maybe every other sentence. LMA says it maybe 2-3 per sentence lol

[SpurPadre]

I wonder where LeBron will go next year. He gets progressively more frustrated in every game

Whichever team has 4 superstars already on the roster, tbh.

[BatManu20]

:lolTrue. But if they're interviewing on the court after the game, that's usually a win.


:tu

[SpurPadre]

LMA takes the you know cake easily. TP says it maybe every other sentence. LMA says it maybe 2-3 per sentence lol

True. None of them have Da Admiral's eloquence, tbh.

[BillMc]

Cavs had their new guy trade adrenaline rush but headed back to earth. Still, the east sucks....

[LakerHater]

Wow!!!

[cd98]

Finally spurs show up on national tv

Esp a Sunday afternoon game.

[spursistan]

Cavs had their new guy trade adrenaline rush but headed back to earth. Still, the east sucks....
Yeah same with the Pistons..Obviously they need Love back, but I just don't see much improvement from before the deadline team.

[Budkin]

Just checked the score expecting to laugh. How the actual fuck did we win this game??

[SAGirl]

anderson blocks the Kang ...
For posterity. He’s legit on D

[dabom]

Just checked the score expecting to laugh. How the actual fuck did we win this game??

OP.

[Ron Swanson]

Damn good win.

[tim_duncan_fan]

Murray's stat line is ridiculous.

[bklynspursfan]

True. None of them have Da Admiral's eloquence, tbh.

Nope. Not at all

[MoSpur02]

Great team win. 7 players in double figures. They won without Manu and Kawhi.

[SAGirl]

no Pau in 4th, Spurs rolling
Good observation

[SpurPadre]

Just checked the score expecting to laugh. How the actual fuck did we win this game??

The team wanted to send a nice "Fuck you" message to Kawhi on national tv, tbh.

[BatManu20]

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[SAGirl]

Murray's stat line is ridiculous.
Guy keeps growing and getting better. :tu

[sasaint]

The team wanted to send a nice "Fuck you" message to Kawhi on national tv, tbh.

May the Spurs send more of such messages!

[SAGirl]

Great team win. 7 players in double figures. They won without Manu and Kawhi.
Manu was pretty bad the last game frankly. No big loss there.

Danny showed up the big pelotas this game instead.

[SpurPadre]

May the Spurs send more of such messages!

:toast Unless Kawhi decides to man up and play again.

[MoSpur02]

Danny Green was awesome. Great energy on defense and the three ball was falling for him. Murray's and frankly the defense in the second half was very good. That defense reminded me of the good ol days.

[Hoops Czar]

How bad of a team do you have to be, to lose to this this version of the Spurs team twice in the same season?

[SAGirl]

Nice Win. Good thread by dabom. Have to give him credit the jinxorama has cleared up!

[Hoops Czar]

Danny Green was awesome. Great energy on defense and the three ball was falling for him. Murray's and frankly the defense in the second half was very good. That defense reminded me of the good ol days.

Probably showcasing for Lebron. With that said.. .

Good to see a bench player finally come off the bench where he belongs. Hopefully this will be the norm because he's much better bench/role player than starter.

[sasaint]

Just checked the score expecting to laugh. How the actual fuck did we win this game??

I had to miss the fourth quarter, and I had the same reaction when I got back home. If I were a betting man, I would have lost a bundle on this one.

[BatManu20]

Game ball goes to Danny. Great game from him today.


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[HarlemHeat37]

Solid performance, Spurs have been competing well lately, despite the losses..that meltdown in Utah still stands out, it was following the same pattern as today's game until it fell apart..

If they keep up the same energy at home, they should be able to win 4 in a row(must-win games since they have no chance in GS and will probably lose in OKC)..

[MoSpur02]

So does Dabom start next games GT Thread?

[TDomination]

Great win! Much needed! Who would’ve thought. Back in third lol

[sasaint]

:toast Unless Kawhi decides to man up and play again.

That would surprise both Pop and me. Don't honestly know which to expect first: Kawhi speaking, Kawhi playing or Kawhi wiping his own ass.

[spurs10]

:flag:

[MoSpur02]

Kyle Anderson with another under the radar great game. The guy's defense and all around game always seems to go unnoticed.

[HarlemHeat37]

Kyle Anderson with another under the radar great game. The guy's defense and all around game always seems to go unnoticed.

His offense still hurts to watch and I say that as a big fan of his..I'm not really sure how he fits with an NBA offense, since he isn't a notable off-ball player, but he isn't aggressive enough to be a primary option..all-NBA defender, though, no doubt about that..

[SAGirl]

That would surprise both Pop and me. Don't honestly know which to expect first: Kawhi speaking, Kawhi playing or Kawhi wiping his own ass.
:lol none of these things this season.

[MoSpur02]

His offense still hurts to watch and I say that as a big fan of his..he's an all-NBA defender, though, no doubt about that..

Yeah his offense isn't great, but all around he's solid.

[BatManu20]

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[K...]

Ooh pop wants to get to the second round to talk politics more.

[BatManu20]

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[BatManu20]

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[BillMc]

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Thanks for posting the info man. Always appreciated. :toast

[BatManu20]

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[JeffDuncan]

Murray is coming along very nicely.

[BatManu20]

If we played the Cavs 82 times a year, DJ would be an All-Star, no question.



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[Down Under]

Anderson should really let it fly from 3 when he's off the ball. He's not an elite shooter, but he improved enough his first 3 seasons to the point where he could be a threat from 3. Now he's shooting less than ever and has no rhythm.

[BatManu20]

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[MoSpur02]

Great info Batmanu20

[Spurtacular]

Two observations:

1. The Cavs are fucked, tbh.
2. This was a "Fuck you Kawhi, you little bitch, we're not quitting" statement from the team.

Dunno, tbh.

[Spurtacular]

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Liked Murray fending off a swooping Lebron for a rebound. Don't think any other Spurs player would've made that play, tbh.

[SpurPadre]

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Is that counting playoffs?

[pad300]

Probably showcasing for Lebron. With that said.. .

Good to see a bench player finally come off the bench where he belongs. Hopefully this will be the norm because he's much better bench/role player than starter.

I'm not sure that I believe starting Mills is a better option...

[BatManu20]

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[Spurtacular]

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Two-minute grandstanding. Pop really building up that hero 30 for 30 footage.

[boutons_deux]

Anderson should really let it fly from 3 when he's off the ball. He's not an elite shooter, but he improved enough his first 3 seasons to the point where he could be a threat from 3. Now he's shooting less than ever and has no rhythm.

32% on 3Gs, don't shoot

75% on FTs, can't shoot jumpers. his scoring is mainly close in, not from jump shot

a poor shooter, and judging from the open jumpers he passes up, he knows it.

[Down Under]

32% on 3Gs, don't shoot

75% on FTs, can't shoot jumpers. his scoring is mainly close in, not from jump shot

a poor shooter, and judging from the open jumpers he passes up, he knows it.
The progression was there from rookie year to third year from a 29% to 37% 3 Point shooter. Forbes shoots 60% on FTs, but is an elite 3 point shooter. Anderson is reluctant to shoot from anywhere, something he needs to keep developing.

[DPG21920]

Huge win. Like others have said; SA has battled and played really well in many of the games that they ended up losing late. It was great to get a win after playing so well. It was much needed and great to have Danny back. Really hoping the ASB got him feeling better and he hits his stride.

[spursistan]

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[spurs10]

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Ditto what Bill Mc said!:toast

[tholdren]

If we played the Cavs 82 times a year, DJ would be an All-Star, no question.



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Bwahahahahhahahah

[cutewizard]

Goooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo

I love me some SPURSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!

[DieHardSpursFan1537]

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Poop's 100% right.

[SAGirl]

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Dejounte with great support for Lamarcus
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[dabom]

Someone bump the Start Patty Crew.

[Ice009]

I like what DJ said as he jumped in to interrupt that interview for a few seconds between LA and the ABC reporter.

[tholdren]

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Dejounte with great support for Lamarcus
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Murrays only assist

[cd021]

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Actually really liked this starting lineup and the idea of it going forward. Mill's, despite his horrid contract is what the SL needs. He is capable of getting hot and is probably the best shooter on the team this season, he's always aggressive in getting up 3's and can do so off the dribble, on catch and shoots and dribble hand-offs. Green helps the bench D and benefits from playing beside both Parker and Manu.

[Ice009]

I'd like to try this starting lineup for a few more games. When you say Mills is what the starting lineup needs, that's definitely not true if he starts at PG. He was piss poor doing that. I'm willing to give him a chance to see how he goes at shooting guard for a little bit, though.

DJ had a great game, but again it was against the Cavs. I'm hoping it was because the team needed a win and he tried his hardest to deliver it. I hope that is why he played so well and not just because it was against the Cavs. If so, this is maybe the first time this season I've been truly encouraged by him moving forward.

[spurs10]

I like what DJ said as he jumped in to interrupt that that interview for a few seconds between LA and the ABC reporter.
‘He’s a beast..he’s a beast....he’s not an all star he’s a superstar!’ :toast

[HarlemHeat37]

I don't mind the lineup change, I like that Pop is trying new things, at least he still cares enough to do that:lol

Parker/Mills and Parker/Forbes have been terrible duos together, especially the former, it's one of the worst on/off combinations on the team..it makes sense to seperate them..it doesn't really make a difference, anyways, Green mostly played against Cleveland's best players(which will always be the case if he's making shots)..

The Pelicans use a very small backcourt, Memphis doesn't have any talent(Evans might be out) and the Lakers 2-guard isn't a creating threat, so it's a good stretch to build something..

[Ice009]

‘He’s a beast..he’s a beast....he’s not an all star he’s a superstar!’ :toast

It was good encouragement towards a teammate IMO.

[spurs10]

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Dejounte with great support for Lamarcus
967898577367388161 I didn’t see it was a tweet! Right on!

[Fireball]

nice game ... :flag:

[cd021]

The progression was there from rookie year to third year from a 29% to 37% 3 Point shooter. Forbes shoots 60% on FTs, but is an elite 3 point shooter. Anderson is reluctant to shoot from anywhere, something he needs to keep developing.


32% on 3Gs, don't shoot

75% on FTs, can't shoot jumpers. his scoring is mainly close in, not from jump shot

a poor shooter, and judging from the open jumpers he passes up, he knows it.
I am mostly fine with Anderson offensively, but he is best with the ball in his hands and spacing around him. He put up 20 @GSW while playing alongside Mills, Green, and Bertans on the perimeter and LMA setting screens.

He only takes shot's that he knows he can make (he's shooting 53% on 2pt FGs) that along with his passing still makes him a decent offensive player, while on the defensive end he is a definitely above average.

[Chinook]

Actually really liked this starting lineup and the idea of it going forward. Mill's, despite his horrid contract is what the SL needs. He is capable of getting hot and is probably the best shooter on the team this season, he's always aggressive in getting up 3's and can do so off the dribble, on catch and shoots and dribble hand-offs. Green helps the bench D and benefits from playing beside both Parker and Manu.

I do think Mills makes sense in the starting lineup if Pau is going to start and Anderson is going to play the three. Murray makes the most sense as his back-court compliment. So Green off the bench is fine. Shouldn't be playing bench minutes, though. Patty doesn't need to play in the mid-30s just because he's starting. He shouldn't be the second guard subbed out. Mills going out for Green, Murray going out for Parker then Kyle/Pau going out for Manu makes the most sense.

[LakerHater]

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[Ice009]

I do think Mills makes sense in the starting lineup if Pau is going to start and Anderson is going to play the three. Murray makes the most sense as his back-court compliment. So Green off the bench is fine. Shouldn't be playing bench minutes, though. Patty doesn't need to play in the mid-30s just because he's starting. He shouldn't be the second guard subbed out. Mills going out for Green, Murray going out for Parker then Kyle/Pau going out for Manu makes the most sense.

I should have mentioned that they should try Mills starting for a few games, but he definitely should not play more minutes than Green.

[Nathan89]

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Nice game speed gif.

[Snaq O'Meal]

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Look at those two midgets trying to play defence. Poop sure loves bringing pomeranians to a dog fight.

[BillMc]

Nice game speed gif.
:lol

[r0drig0lac]

Kyle with a great game

[Ice009]

Maybe the best win of the season. These guys could have packed it in after 4 straight losses in a row and with this being the last game of the rodeo road trip, they could have gotten down on themselves with all the injuries and not knowing whether Kawhi is coming back or not this season. They could have just flat out quit, but yet again they showed fight throughout the game and this time kept their composure down the stretch earning themselves a big/great win.

I think it's pretty clear that these guys are not going to give up. Kawhi needs to man up and get himself back on the court if he's healthy enough to do so.

[spurs50_]

Can't wait to hear Cowturd spin this loss, I'm sure he'll say Lebron was bored.
:king

[NASpurs]

That's just lazy racist taunting. Spurstalk has called him worst.

http://www.sportingnews.com/nba/news/spurs-guard-patty-mills-subject-to-racist-taunt-from-cleveland-cavaliers-fan-nba/g5m7bcpn1l811z3q5i3gyklo

Spurs guard Patty Mills subject to racist taunt from Cavaliers fan (http://www.sportingnews.com/nba/news/spurs-guard-patty-mills-subject-to-racist-taunt-from-cleveland-cavaliers-fan-nba/g5m7bcpn1l811z3q5i3gyklo)



“Hey, Jamaican dog. They want their bobsledder back,” the fan yelled.

“Hey Mills, Jamaica just called; they want their bobsledder back.”

[Mr. Body]

Spurs just have the Cavs' number.

[MoSpur02]

Spurs just have the Cavs' number.

I would agree with this somewhat, but this Cavs team isn't the same as the other times. They have new pieces. I honestly don't understand why George Hill is starting and not Clarkson.

[cd021]

Kyle with a great game

Especially defensively. Him and Murray shut shit down in the final quarter.

[Keepin' it real]

Huge win for the Spurs in a potential Finals preview!

[SAGirl]

Maybe the best win of the season. These guys could have packed it in after 4 straight losses in a row and with this being the last game of the rodeo road trip, they could have gotten down on themselves with all the injuries and not knowing whether Kawhi is coming back or not this season. They could have just flat out quit, but yet again they showed fight throughout the game and this time kept their composure down the stretch earning themselves a big/great win.

I think it's pretty clear that these guys are not going to give up. Kawhi needs to man up and get himself back on the court if he's healthy enough to do so.
They do know Kiwi isn't coming back based on what Pop said. It's up to them if they want to play in the playoffs. For the young Spurs especially it's a great opportunity. For the organization, besides playoff ticket sales, the opportunity that their young players are getting and the experience is valuable too and will help them decide how to reshape the roster in the future. Plus, the players in the roster should get valued higher playing for a playoff team. For Lamarcus it's an opportunity to get his name in consideration among the greats. None of the players have anything to win by tanking. So I don't expect them to lay down and "die." They have had issues closing games which is a problem that sometimes plagued younger teams. They may have turned a corner in that respect. Hopefully.

[8FOR!3]

I have a newfound respect for Aldridge. Say what you want about his comments and how he needs the ball in his hands to be productive but regardless this year could have gone one of two ways for him and he's been everything we've needed him to be.

[Mr. Body]

I have a newfound respect for Aldridge. Say what you want about his comments and how he needs the ball in his hands to be productive but regardless this year could have gone one of two ways for him and he's been everything we've needed him to be.

He's been great. If not for a weenie mid-20 year old, this team would have been a contender.

[8FOR!3]

He's been great. If not for a weenie mid-20 year old, this team would have been a contender.

Obviously the whole Kawhi situation is frustrating, I don't really think we know enough about it though and maybe that part is his fault but I'm going to wait to see how everything unfolds over the next year before I place my blame.

[r0drig0lac]

I have a newfound respect for Aldridge. Say what you want about his comments and how he needs the ball in his hands to be productive but regardless this year could have gone one of two ways for him and he's been everything we've needed him to be.

the same here, it will be a great 3rd option for Kawhi and Lebron in the next season

[Godbama]

Did anyone get a GIF of Kyle eating Jordan Clarkson's lunch 1x1? That was hilarious