Per Shams, Australian Jock Landale Signs with Spurs

[MoSpur02]

Has agreed to a two year deal with the Spurs

[ace3g]

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Australian center Jock Landale — the 2021 NBL Grand Final MVP — has agreed to a two-year deal with the San Antonio Spurs, his agent Sammy Wloszczowski of @SIGSports (https://twitter.com/SIGSports/) tells @TheAthletic (https://twitter.com/TheAthletic/) @Stadium (https://twitter.com/Stadium/).

[MoSpur02]

Gonna be honest and say I haven’t heard of this guy. I’m assuming he is on their national team so I should be able to see him play Thursday.

[ace3g]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qoTQQttbGH0

[ace3g]

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[Darius Bieber]

Dollar Tree Joe Ingles?

[Dejounte]

Wait. This is an actual contract and not a two way?

[ace3g]

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The latest to make the #NBLxNBA (https://twitter.com/search?q=%23NBLxNBA) leap https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/72x72/1f64c.png NBL21 Grand Final MVP Jock Landale has reportedly signed with the San Antonio Spurs on a two-year deal according to @ShamsCharania (https://twitter.com/ShamsCharania/)

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Congratulations to Australian superstar @JockLandale (https://twitter.com/JockLandale/) who is joining the San Antonio @spurs (https://twitter.com/spurs/)! A big time, well-deserved move to the @NBA (https://twitter.com/NBA/) for Jock! #SIGFam (https://twitter.com/search?q=%23SIGFam)

[Floyd Pacquiao]

Fuck just seen his highlights. I’m all in. this dude looks better than porzingas

[MoSpur02]

Baynes 2.0?

[Eaglenole2002]

Hollinger…
The Saint Mary’s product has reportedly turned down multiple big-money offers in Europe because he’s awaiting his shot at the NBA after shooting 38.9 percent from 3 and being one of the best interior players in Australia’s NBL last season. Jock Landale will get a further opportunity to audition when he suits up for the Australian team at the Olympics. While questions persist about his ability to defend in space, Landale’s size and touch around the basket at 6-11, 255 have obvious appeal for teams looking for another big body.

[ducks]

Hope he is better then the other Aussie we just got rid of

[BatManu20]

Not mad about it.


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[Chinook]

Wow. That's some great news, actually. Definitely suggests they want to make a trade or two though.

[Ocotillo]

Kind of bonding with Derek White, they both rocking the same hair style.

[NASpurs]

Hey look, another white dude.

[timvp]

Wow, I like him. He's a big, mean center (something like 6-foot-11 and 260 pounds) but he has a pretty slick three-point stroke.

I didn't think he'd be a great fit on the Spurs because he's tough to fit on top of Poeltl and Eubanks but he's legitimately good.

[EasyMoney]

A solid IQ big that can shoot lights out. I'm in

[timvp]

Wow, I like him. He's a big, mean center (something like 6-foot-11 and 260 pounds) but he has a pretty slick three-point stroke.

I didn't think he'd be a great fit on the Spurs because he's tough to fit on top of Poeltl and Eubanks but he's legitimately good.

[TheChillFactor]

Eubanks better put his head on a fucking swivel

[Degoat]

Hmmm he looks pretty good from the highlights I just watched

[ace3g]

Last time Spurs signed a random Aussie Center, we ended up winning the 'ship a year later.

[BatManu20]

Eubanks was probably just getting excited about his PT after today’s moves tbh :lol

[Trill Clinton]

Yes! Front Office is going INhttps://www.thecoli.com/styles/default/xenforo/smilies/whew.png

[Ron Swanson]

We let one Aussie from St Mary’s go and bring in another Aussie from St Mary’s.

[timvp]

With the addition of Young, the Spurs reaaaaaaally needed a three-point shooting center. Here he is ... with upside.

I approve :tu

[SPURt]

Might be my favorite summer acquisition. If for no other reason than his first name is Jock.

[siraulo23]

he's played pretty well in the olympics, he moves well, can shoot and somewhat physical

decent signing depending on the contract, i like it :tu

[Degoat]

Only 25 years old too!

[timvp]

Only 25 years old too!

Yeah, watching him I always assumed he was closer to 30. Nice :tu

[TheChillFactor]

he looks like a very good complement to Jakob as a backup.

[lmbebo]

hrmmm, I like it. I know nothing though, but I like it.

[ducks]

If he had agreed to 3 years spurs could go over cap to bird rights right

[Dejounte]

Better than Sengun, IMO.

[siraulo23]

finally a Spurs move that I genuinely like :tu

[MI21]

Jock belongs in the NBA. He has always played really well for the Boomers in international play. His NBL stuff is good, not great so I'm always pleasantly surprised watching him play for the Boomers. He is nothing like Baynes who was surprisingly athletic for a guy with his body, but he does have a much better feel for the game. I like the signing, Jock can definitely be a 15mpg backup in the NBA.

Pros
Runs the floor, every single time.
Good offensive rebounder with nice touch in the key on finishes.
Plays with a lot of energy and hustle. Bit of an angry guy.
Decent but inconsistent 3pt shooter, definitely not gunshy.
Basic but decisive moves in the post.
Shows flashes passing and operating from elbows.

Cons
Bit limited athletically.
Decision making is an issue, can be turnover prone.
Not the strongest defending the post.
Bit of an angry guy.
Tends to foul a lot on switches.
I'm not sure if he can stretch out to NBA range and hit 33-35%.
Will never be a big gravity guy.

[NASpurs]

So his name is Australian Jock Landale? Cool name!

[Robz4000]

The MAGA Spurs coming in hot!

Looks like a promising pick-up though :tu

[Fusternino]

So he can shoot a bit. Can he guard the perimeter?

Eubanks' deal for this year just became guaranteed? Next year is still non-guaranteed? Between him, this guy, KBD and our 2nd round pick not clear who will be a two-way, etc. I know Jeffries was waived before his deal became guaranteed.

[timvp]

Wonder how much the Spurs had to pay him. He was gaining a lot of momentum playing for Australia.

This contract could be anywhere from minimum to a two-year, $8-10M. Difficult to tell.

[stephen jackson]

He’s got a mean streak just saw the interview

[MoSpur02]

Will Pop actually play him though?

[MI21]

Jock is also a really confident guy, he won't be phased making the jump to the NBA and will not be intimidated by the step up. I'm excited, I think Spurs fans will like him - though Pop will bench him for a month at some point forgetting into a scuffle, that I guarantee.

I'm hoping the other Aussie big man Nick Kay gets picked up somewhere too - he is an ultimate connector type, still quite young and has shown huge improvement in the last 3 years. Different to Jock, but belongs in the NBA just the same.

[MoSpur02]

A mean streak is a nice addition. Something the Spurs have lacked and desperately need.

[Sugus]

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Thanks for the info Ace... Still hurts tho... :cry

[spurraider21]

Will Pop actually play him though?
this regular season isnt for jock

[NASpurs]

As long as he calls people kunts, then I'm all in.

[DeRozan m8]

Oh my god I'm so fucking happy with this.

Fucking love Landale...Big man that can shoot the 3.
Has an inside game and doesn't mind contact either.

Just came off winning FMVP in Australian league

[lefty20]

We let one Aussie from St Mary’s go and bring in another Aussie from St Mary’s.

There must always be an Aussie in San Anton, it is known.

[MoSpur02]

As long as he calls people kunts, then I'm all in.

:lmao

[BatManu20]

Patty prob salty they waited til he left to bring in another Aussie tbh.

[timvp]

Jock belongs in the NBA. He has always played really well for the Boomers in international play. His NBL stuff is good, not great so I'm always pleasantly surprised watching him play for the Boomers. He is nothing like Baynes who was surprisingly athletic for a guy with his body, but he does have a much better feel for the game. I like the signing, Jock can definitely be a 15mpg backup in the NBA.

Pros
Runs the floor, every single time.
Good offensive rebounder with nice touch in the key on finishes.
Plays with a lot of energy and hustle. Bit of an angry guy.
Decent but inconsistent 3pt shooter, definitely not gunshy.
Basic but decisive moves in the post.
Shows flashes passing and operating from elbows.

Cons
Bit limited athletically.
Decision making is an issue, can be turnover prone.
Not the strongest defending the post.
Bit of an angry guy.
Tends to foul a lot on switches.
I'm not sure if he can stretch out to NBA range and hit 33-35%.
Will never be a big gravity guy.

Thanks for the scouting report, MI21. I remember when you used to say the Spurs should sign Ingles -- so I'm glad you think Jock can make it :tu

Regarding him being angry, that's the first thing I thought of :lol

Of the "character" guys, he's for sure the angriest. His rep is he's a good dude off the court but that he's also a bit arrogant and isn't above trash talking. He supposedly thinks he not only should be in the NBA but that he should have already been in the NBA for years now.

[Dejounte]

Thanks for the scouting report, MI21 (https://www.spurstalk.com/forums/member.php?u=77). I remember when you used to say the Spurs should sign Ingles -- so I'm glad you think Jock can make it :tu

Regarding him being angry, that's the first thing I thought of :lol

Of the "character" guys, he's for sure the angriest. His rep is he's a good dude off the court but that he's also a bit arrogant and isn't above trash talking. He supposedly thinks he not only should be in the NBA but that he should have already been in the NBA for years now.

fuck, i love this guy’s attitude

[Mr. Body]

Alperen Sengun is the Turkish Jock Landale.

[Sugus]

Alperen Sengun is the Turkish Jock Landale.

This was CIA Pop's plan all along, tbh :lol

[MI21]

Thanks for the scouting report, MI21. I remember when you used to say the Spurs should sign Ingles -- so I'm glad you think Jock can make it :tu

Regarding him being angry, that's the first thing I thought of :lol

Of the "character" guys, he's for sure the angriest. His rep is he's a good dude off the court but that he's also a bit arrogant and isn't above trash talking. He supposedly thinks he not only should be in the NBA but that he should have already been in the NBA for years now.

Ingles was such a no brainer and would have been perfect for the beautiful game :cry

Jock is apparently a great guy off the court - I have friends that deal with him regularly and they have nothing but nice things to say. But his style on the court is kind of like the "annoying hustle guy who tries hard but has no skill" except he has skill. It's a good signing, potentially very good - I would be surprised if he fails. I would much rather pay him that any one of the 20 random backups that cycle through teams and provide nothing except a bit of strength and the odd bit of vertical spacing.

[Kurik]

Landale sounds like he’s Roy Kent from Ted Lasso.

[ace3g]

Now just find a way to get Ingles.

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So pumped for @JockLandale (https://twitter.com/JockLandale/)!!! Congrats brother

[MI21]

:lol Mate, he plays nothing like Sengun, from what I have seen of Sengun.

[ducks]

Mi21 thanks !

[John B]

We got two enforcers now in Drew and Jock

[Vic Petro]

Jock belongs in the NBA. He has always played really well for the Boomers in international play. His NBL stuff is good, not great so I'm always pleasantly surprised watching him play for the Boomers. He is nothing like Baynes who was surprisingly athletic for a guy with his body, but he does have a much better feel for the game. I like the signing, Jock can definitely be a 15mpg backup in the NBA.

Pros
Runs the floor, every single time.
Good offensive rebounder with nice touch in the key on finishes.
Plays with a lot of energy and hustle. Bit of an angry guy.
Decent but inconsistent 3pt shooter, definitely not gunshy.
Basic but decisive moves in the post.
Shows flashes passing and operating from elbows.

Cons
Bit limited athletically.
Decision making is an issue, can be turnover prone.
Not the strongest defending the post.
Bit of an angry guy.
Tends to foul a lot on switches.
I'm not sure if he can stretch out to NBA range and hit 33-35%.
Will never be a big gravity guy.

Pros: bit of an angry guy
Cons: bit of an angry guy

[GAustex]

Young is a tough guy too

[Dejounte]

We went from having no bigs to having too many bigs

no shooters to alotta shooters

[MI21]

Pros: bit of an angry guy
Cons: bit of an angry guy

It really does work both ways with Jock. It truly is a positive and a negative.

[Leetonidas]

Dudes got a chip on his shoulder. We need guys like this :tu

[timvp]

DJ
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Damn, that lineup would be, at the very least, really fun to watch :tu

[Ron Swanson]

Landale sounds like he’s Roy Kent from Ted Lasso.

He’s here. He’s there. He’s every-fucking-where.

[Fusternino]

Spotrac lists Eubanks' deal as still being non-guaranteed?

See ya?

[SpurPadre]

Hey look, another white dude.

#SpursSoWhite

[SpursDynasty85]

So this is why Eubanks was not signed. I’m liking our roster and it’s the right amount of support our current young core needed to make a push themselves. Looks like he can be productive at the NBA level.

[Obi Juan Kenobi]

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[RC_Drunkford]

Well I guess that means McDermott will play his natural position, the 3. And Samanic won't play at all :lol

[timvp]

Ingles was such a no brainer and would have been perfect for the beautiful game :cryAh, man, that would have been amazing.


Jock is apparently a great guy off the court - I have friends that deal with him regularly and they have nothing but nice things to say. But his style on the court is kind of like the "annoying hustle guy who tries hard but has no skill" except he has skill. It's a good signing, potentially very good - I would be surprised if he fails. I would much rather pay him that any one of the 20 random backups that cycle through teams and provide nothing except a bit of strength and the odd bit of vertical spacing.Yeah, I like that he has an edge. He's not super skilled so having that Australian toughness in him is actually an asset, tbh.

Eubanks has his work cut out for him keeping that backup spot. Poeltl should be safe as the starter but I'd give Jock a 1-2% chance of being the starter in a year or two.

The Zollins signing starting to make more sense. Throw together Zollins, Jock, Eubanks, Poeltl at the wall and one of them should emerge as an above average, quality starter. Zollins being sidelined also gives you a chance to look at Jock and Eubanks before eventually having to move on from one of them.

[neboat]

how does he compare with Zach Collins? do they have similar skill set? or different?

[vy65]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qoTQQttbGH0

“I can shoot the piss out of the ball”
“Joe Ingles is a prick”

I fucking love this dude

[vy65]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qoTQQttbGH0

“I can shoot the piss out of the ball”
“Joe Ingles is a prick”

I fucking love this dude

[XDT76]

DJ
White
Keldon
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Landale






Damn, that lineup would be, at the very least, really fun to watch :tu


This would be a good line up but I doubt Pop starts Landale.

I would like to see a line up of

DJM
Walker
McD
KJ
Poeltl

White
Vassell
Luka
Young
Landale

[timvp]

how does he compare with Zach Collins? do they have similar skill set? or different?

No, they're not similar. Zollins is more of a PF whose main strength is being super mobile for someone as long as he is. Before his ankle exploded, the hope was that his mobility and perimeter skill (passing and shooting) would make him a strong starter -- but more of a fifth option starter.

Jock is mostly a burly interior player. Good hands, big dude, strong, not that athletic but athletic enough to finish. He can also shoot threes with a good-looking stroke. Not especially skilled, not especially mobile but plays with an edge and has good awareness and basketball IQ.

[SpurPadre]

His attitude doesn’t seem to fit the demeanor that Pop tolerates. Could this be a small sign Pop retires after the Olympics?

[duncan2150]

Saw some highlights of him this morning after the news that be could be heading to the nba

He looks good and nice to have another real C, that was a need imo.

[Kurik]

His attitude doesn’t seem to fit the demeanor that Pop tolerates. Could this be a small sign Pop retires after the Olympics?

Maybe Pop wants some nasty again.

[John B]

Funny how he dished Joe Ingles as not too athletic but has transitioned great in the NBA. He thinks he can do better. Great attitude :lol

[Kurik]

His attitude doesn’t seem to fit the demeanor that Pop tolerates. Could this be a small sign Pop retires after the Olympics?

Maybe Pop wants some nasty again.

[Chinook]

As long as he calls people kunts, then I'm all in.

If this son of a bitch does that, I'm in too.

[timvp]

This would be a good line up but I doubt Pop starts Landale.

Yeah, I don't think Jock would start but that could be a fivesome that fits together. Thad Young is good but before Jock, there was no center to pair him with. Thad and Poeltl will be tough because neither can shoot.

[timvp]

This would be a good line up but I doubt Pop starts Landale.

Yeah, I don't think Jock would start but that could be a fivesome that fits together. Thad Young is good but before Jock, there was no center to pair him with. Thad and Poeltl will be tough because neither can shoot.

[Robz4000]

If this son of a bitch does that, I'm in too.

I'm in too, you son of a bitch.

[Robz4000]

If this son of a bitch does that, I'm in too.

I'm in too, you son of a bitch.

[tbdog]

Makes sense why Spurs didn't go with Markkanen. They obviously had Landale wrapped up.

[TrueSpursFan]

I might be the only one that thinks he can start really quickly at 4 maybe. Depending on his defense. I feel he could pair really well with jakob

[gambit1990]

better than poeltl.

[Uriel]

Excited to see him play on Thursday against Team USA.

[SAGirl]

Well I guess that means McDermott will play his natural position, the 3. And Samanic won't play at all :lol
If anything all the bigs added lead me to believe he’s not being counted on.

[BackHome]

I think he might be replacing Poodle as the starter in his second year depending on how adapts to American ball

[Russ]

I wonder if this guy can get to the Summer League next week. It couldn't hurt. (Olympic basketball is over on Saturday.)

[dbestpro]

I hope this off season signals the end to Pops small ball fetish.

[Kurik]

I wonder if this guy can get to the Summer League next week. It couldn't hurt. (Olympic basketball is over on Saturday.)

Landale doesn’t do summer league, you son of a bitch.

[Emperor]

He's gonna be what Javtokas should have been for us.

[Jsmythe]

Career Stats: https://www.basketball-reference.com/international/players/jock-landale-1.html

55.4 FG%
63.2 2P%
37.1 3P%
71.1 FT%

Per 36 min:
19.3 PTS
9.2 REB
2.5 AST
1.3 BLK
2.4 TO

Not bad, makes me forget about not taking Sengun.

[PhantomDashCam]

I can’t believe we signed Jock!!
If Australia beats the USA, Landale will be a big reason why. The US doesn’t have a match up for him.
Crazy 24 hrs.
Nick Kay is another Aussie to watch too. Undersized for a C, but I’m not sure I’ve ever seen him make a mistake.
Always seemingly in the right place.
Just beaming right now.

https://twitter.com/harrytuckerr/status/1420325836805181444?s=20

[bluebellmaniac]

I wonder if this guy can get to the Summer League next week. It couldn't hurt. (Olympic basketball is over on Saturday.)

He'll get here when he gets here, ya kunts!

[mudyez]

Fantastic signing!
Actually the best Spurs move this offseason.

[Russ]

Landale doesn’t do summer league, you son of a bitch.

He'll be there.

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In. Imma ride his jock strap so hard.

[John B]

I thought that "G'day mate" would be gone..

[Spurs9]

Ill take Jake Paul at center tbh

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It really does work both ways with Jock. It truly is a positive and a negative.

Pop seems to have a quick trigger with ppl playing "out of control." Would you say he's controlled but just mean...likely to pick up a few techs?

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Ah, man, that would have been amazing.

Yeah, I like that he has an edge. He's not super skilled so having that Australian toughness in him is actually an asset, tbh.

Eubanks has his work cut out for him keeping that backup spot. Poeltl should be safe as the starter but I'd give Jock a 1-2% chance of being the starter in a year or two.

The Zollins signing starting to make more sense. Throw together Zollins, Jock, Eubanks, Poeltl at the wall and one of them should emerge as an above average, quality starter. Zollins being sidelined also gives you a chance to look at Jock and Eubanks before eventually having to move on from one of them.

what about Samanic? is he gonna see the floor at the 4 or nah? if he's 2nd team, can he play with Jock?

[rogcl1]

Will Pop actually play him though?

If he is worth a fuck he'll play him.

[John B]

I wonder if he knows Patty is already out of the team :lol. Don't want to piss this guy off.

[MultiTroll]

So Jock will play vs USA on Thursday.

[KobesAchilles]

Can we finally get rid of Poeltl?

[NASpurs]

In. Imma ride his jock strap so hard.

Surprising that SPURt didn’t beat you.

[MultiTroll]

So Jock will play vs USA on Thursday.

[rogcl1]

Fuck just seen his highlights. I’m all in. this dude looks better than porzingas

It wouldn't take much.

[Teamduncan21]

We went from having no bigs to having too many bigs

no shooters to alotta shooters

PATFO listens to us after all

[TDomination]

I felt so happy a moment ago when I saw we signed Jock only to be completely stripped of that happiness when I refreshed the main page and saw the news…

But still glad we got Jock

[Robz4000]

I felt so happy a moment ago when I saw we signed Jock only to be completely stripped of that happiness when I refreshed the main page and saw the news…

But still glad we got Jock

The Forms news prolly means this guy will be on a two-way contract, unless someone is getting moved/released.

[biziofromdowntown]

This is a great great great move. I watched almost all Aussie games cause they were in same group with Italy, and he was a really bright spot for them. He is in the right place at the right time everytime, great stroke and feet

[Slippy]

No, they're not similar. Zollins is more of a PF whose main strength is being super mobile for someone as long as he is. Before his ankle exploded, the hope was that his mobility and perimeter skill (passing and shooting) would make him a strong starter -- but more of a fifth option starter.

Jock is mostly a burly interior player. Good hands, big dude, strong, not that athletic but athletic enough to finish. He can also shoot threes with a good-looking stroke. Not especially skilled, not especially mobile but plays with an edge and has good awareness and basketball IQ.

In the local comp he was the focal point of his teams offense , where with the boomers hes adjusted to a lesser role in regards to shots. Mainly screen setting, rebounding, running and spreading the floor. The impact he having however hasn't changed.. He also been the boomers anchor on defense since Baynes went down. Again has not wilted, rebounding, helping out on d and hustling like crazy.

Abig reason why boomers are undefeated so far.

A very good sign for the spurs

[Texas_Ranger]

with this signing i ma sure we are going for a ring this year! Hell yea!

[GreekSpursfan]

First the solid tank Forbes move and then quite the opposite with this guy, i'm confused. I guess we need a few guys who at least know what they're doing on a bball court so we can lose with dignity

[ragas]

Can we finally get rid of Poeltl?

Hopefully. I would wish it for him. Who wants to play for a team like this?

[dbestpro]

You get the feel of these bigs being similar to the bruise bothers except George Gervin is not walking through the door. Still could be fun to watch.

[BillMc]

"Jock Landale" sounds like he should be the hero of some adventure flick. :bobo

[r0drig0lac]

Great player

[Uriel]

Man, practice sessions between Eubanks and Landale are going to be intense.

[Slippy]

So Jock will play vs USA on Thursday.

Yes

[Spurs9]

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Jock Paul tbh :lol

[spurraider21]

looks fun. not expecting pop to play him. splitter was more mature and a more heralded prospect and still got the "get over yourself" treatment as a rookie while blair/mcdyess were getting rolled

[SPURt]

Surprising that SPURt (https://www.spurstalk.com/forums/member.php?u=49518) didn’t beat you.
Page 2 I actually did say I enjoyed the signing because his name is Jock. I’m definitely happy to welcome Jock to the Cream Team! I’m looking forward yo watching Pop ride Jock till he spits :toast

[SPURt]

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Jock Paul tbh :lol

Now I can’t unsee that, spanks a lot :lol

[Trill Clinton]

Can't wait to see Yung Jock in Silver n Black

[emanueldavidginobili]

Can’t wait to watch the game tonight, love this signing seems like he brings some of that “nasty” this team desperately needs.

[rjv]

tonight's game against the aussies just got more interesting. from what i hear and see, i'm okay with this one.

[rjv]

also, spurs get to continue their long-standing tradition of having at least one aussie on the team.

[Play Boban]

Great move. High IQ gym rat, scrappy. Love it.

[Russ]

He'll have to hit a lot of threes to have a good run . . .

[Dejounte]

https://twitter.com/dylangonzalez21/status/1422943949971410946?s=21

[spurraider21]

Great move. High IQ gym rat, scrappy. Love it.
lunch pail guy

[BillMc]

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https://www.dexerto.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/21/Jake-Paul-launches-anti-bullying-charity.jpg
Jock Paul tbh :lol

Any Blackadder fans here? Looks like Lord Flashheart in the bottom pic

[Leetonidas]

After he sees the Spurs signed Forbes: "Landale has decided to stay in the NBL" :lol

[The Truth #6]

I love his highlights. Great shooting form. But I’m really impressed with his point guard. Really sets him up well. That’s not happening in SA, at least at that level. Maybe we should sign whoever that point guard is? I hear we need more guards.

[TD 21]

Know the name, wasn't all that familiar with the game. Looks like a bigger Eubanks with range out to 3.

Clearly should be strictly a five, just like Collins.

Aminu will likely be waived, Wieskamp signed to a two-way and probably PG tbd as well.

[tonight...you]

Any Blackadder fans here? Looks like Lord Flashheart in the bottom pic
:bobo

[BillMc]

:bobo

:bobo

[J_Paco]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qoTQQttbGH0

He had a solid career in college and only went undrafted because of teams going away from bruising, "plodding" interior big men.

If his three - point shooting can translate to the NBA, then the Spurs just found the next Big Banger. He'll likely take away minutes from Eubanks to which I'm sure many people on ST will be happy about.

[Ocotillo]

MI21 says he's mean. Is he mean enough to give Bryn a season ending injury in practice?

[RC_Drunkford]

https://youtu.be/KZMx5NW4ML8

seems to be that enforcer type of guy that this team has been missing