Summer League Game Thread - WEMBY'S DEBUT - Spurs/Hornets 7/7/23 @ 8PM CDT on ESPN

[Russ]

3-0 means nothing

Tonight was a team shit show as a whole.
I'm cashing my ticket. :)

[BackHome]

Wemby seems a bit soft mentally. This is why you need to add another all star level player or two with him to take the pressure off him.

You aren't winning anything with him and a bunch of role players.

Yeah, I think he has David's personality but that is cool, but I do agree we definitely need more talent and when we ready get some junk yard dog vets to surround him.

[cutewizard]

Ohhhhhhhhh

[BatManu20]

Wemby will prob press a bit early on to try and impress everyone and wind up going like 4-12 from the field or some shit and everyone on Twitter will call him overrated and a bust. That’s my guess.


Hate that I called this before the game tbh. :lol

[cutewizard]

Yeah, I think he has David's personality but that is cool, but I do agree we definitely need more talent and when we ready get some junk yard dog vets to surround him.

I disagree
I think he is very competitive

He is just downplaying it, trying to adjust to the new environment

[cutewizard]

This is why I wanted becky as coach not pop


Bring back Buddddddddxxxxxxxx

[cutewizard]

Wemby is fine

He will be fine

[DPG21920]

It’s nice having a player who can still find a way to be a + if shot isn’t falling. Thats what good players do. Shots don’t fall sometimes, find a way to not lose and not be an empty stats guy who is always a -10 in the box score despite scoring 20 points.

[tim_duncan_fan]

He needs work. But he's a jumpshooter and supposedly someone who is going to make bullshit difficult shots when it's needed most. There will be games where he chucks but sucks. And then there will be games where he has forty.

If I could adjust his sliders, I would make him a little bit more of an inside scorer, but I don't think he'll be 2-13 every night. More like 9/20, which isn't great, but again, he is a jumpshooter.

If the bullshit shot-making and defense is there, he'll be worth it.

[Uriel]

Underappreciated facet of this game: the Hornets will be looking for revenge following their previous loss. That, and Wemby potentially being distracted by the whole Spears situation, could make this game uglier than many of us hope.
What do you know, I’m right again.

[Uriel]

C- is generous brotha… 2-13 from the field. 4 turnovers, multiple missed layups, 1/6 from 3 including an air-ball, etc. That was about as bad an offensive debut as anyone could’ve imagined tbh. :lol

Thankfully his defense was great despite that poster.
Bumped it up a bit due to his great passing and slick handles, and also taking into account the fact that he needs time to adjust.

[Aggie Hoopsfan]

Yeah, I think he has David's personality but that is cool, but I do agree we definitely need more talent and when we ready get some junk yard dog vets to surround him.

Seems more like Tim to me but more of an extrovert.

[ace3g]

It’s nice having a player who can still find a way to be a + if shot isn’t falling. Thats what good players do. Shots don’t fall sometimes, find a way to not lose and not be an empty stats guy who is always a -10 in the box score despite scoring 20 points.

+1

[SPURt]

You mean, doesnt want to play center? Is he not a center because hes playing a lot on the perimeter? Because he’s failing miserably doing that. Which means you should have come to a different conclusion.
I was insinuating he needs a real 5 next to him. He’s a 4. I did not suggest he become a perimeter player. He’s not gonna want to bang and the Spurs shouldn’t want that either.

[EricB]

What do you know, I’m right again.

you can’t be freaking serious….

[rascal]

I was insinuating he needs a real 5 next to him. He’s a 4. I did not suggest he become a perimeter player. He’s not gonna want to bang and the Spurs shouldn’t want that either.

He can't be a wimp and afraid to play inside and mix it up some. He needs to use his size to an advantage and learn how to get and hold his position.

I'm not saying he can't ever roam away from the basket but he has to go inside too.

[spursparker9]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hO0rp8Px2dw

[BatManu20]

The responses to this tweet though :lol

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[BillMc]

5 blocks, a killer pass or two, if his shot falls, we'll be good.

[Philthemage]

The spacing was really atrocious. Many times when he got the ball, the other players would be too close to him clogging up the lane. He ended him forcing up a few contested shots because of this.

[Fireball]

Just watched the game. As expected it was a struggle and sadly, in the second half, I was more like Wemby better pass the ball quickly to not embarass himself even more.
What I saw was initial good ballhandling with the first step, but then he gets into trouble immediately. His shooting was bad, but thats a case of nerves and not being ready conditioning wise. Still, he should not airball threes. Otherwise I saw week screens and mediocre rebounding. The shotblocking is great and I can see him immediately be the league leader in blocks in his rookie season.

[Vince Carter's ankle]

Sure wish we had Chris Paul setting the guy up for success than whatever the fuck it is we have waiting for him in Tre Jones and fodder
Chris Paul has an active contract with another team
do you understand that?

[Arcadian]

You knew it was gonna be an off night when he missed that dunk early on.

I didn't think it was even possible for a 7'4 man to miss a dunk, but here we are!

[Fireball]

You knew it was gonna be an off night when he missed that dunk early on.

I didn't think it was even possible for a 7'4 man to miss a dunk, but here we are! perfect Spur

[Arcadian]

Hey, James Harden has had a lot of 2-for-13 games too! Chin up, Victor. (But don't be like Harden, though.)

[rankingtear]

Victor would be fine. This is Champaigne summer league, just enjoy the ride.

[onechance87]

Victor would be fine. This is Champaigne summer league, just enjoy the ride.

Man is playing like hes trying to get paid

[CGD]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hO0rp8Px2dw

Rivers has a bright future in TV if he wants it.

[NameLess Scrub]

He seems
Too slow to be a wing player
Too weak to be a big man
Too thin and tall to gain weight

There’s a reason why attacking the basket is difficult. Very tall, weak and slow means he can get bullied and picked on his move, so his skill can be negated by athletic ability.

He’s not even a great 3pt shooter statistically.
I know Spurs had to pick him, but I’m still afraid getting the #2 pick would’ve been better.

[Dejounte]

He seems
Too slow to be a wing player
Too weak to be a big man
Too thin and tall to gain weight

There’s a reason why attacking the basket is difficult. Very tall, weak and slow means he can get bullied and picked on his move, so his skill can be negated by athletic ability.

He’s not even a great 3pt shooter statistically.
I know Spurs had to pick him, but I’m still afraid getting the #2 pick would’ve been better.

https://twitter.com/thenbacentral/status/1677339979867996160?s=46

Scoot getting one on one training with a GOAT like this… he’s unquestionably going to be the second best player from this draft.

All the doubts and questions about him pre draft are going to look foolish tbh

[InRareForm]

Sam veecini said he has never seen him play so passive before. Maybe spurs fo told him just go light ?

[Biggems]

If Wesley were a Hornet, Wemby would have probably set the summer league block record. All throughout the game he was getting his shot sent back the other way.

IMO, we need to ask TP to coach Wesley on how to finish in the paint, including the teardrop.

[Poolboy5623]

You knew it was gonna be an off night when he missed that dunk early on.

I didn't think it was even possible for a 7'4 man to miss a dunk, but here we are!

yup. I was actually watching him in warmups. He missed a dunk and then wasn't paying attention and ran into a teammate. Rough start before the start.

[dbestpro]

Spurs fans can be such clowns when it comes to preseason games. The NBA should just call them scrimmage games so people can stop over reacting. It's practice. Its the first practice game for Wemby with the Spurs. His stats are meaningless at this stage.

[dbestpro]

He seems
Too slow to be a wing player
Too weak to be a big man
Too thin and tall to gain weight

There’s a reason why attacking the basket is difficult. Very tall, weak and slow means he can get bullied and picked on his move, so his skill can be negated by athletic ability.

He’s not even a great 3pt shooter statistically.
I know Spurs had to pick him, but I’m still afraid getting the #2 pick would’ve been better.
Wemby was told to keep it low key and don't get hurt. He did as ordered. Keep some perspective on a preseason game.

[slick'81]

Hes 19:smokin its going to be ok. I don't know about austin saying he needs to gain about 40 pounds?! That would put wemby around 260 ish which seems a bit much

[GAustex]

Kid needs to eat and push weights

[offset formation]

Hes 19:smokin its going to be ok. I don't know about austin saying he needs to gain about 40 pounds?! That would put wemby around 260 ish which seems a bit much

He's in need of some muscle but let's just be straightforward here. His center of gravity is so high that he readily gets pushed off his spot by stronger lower center of gravity players which right now is most of the big in this league. It's why he won't be able to post up easily or drive easily. People will guard him EXACTLY like Draymond said. And he's going to have to adjust to it until his body allows him to gain some mass which is going to be tough for him right now.

[cd98]

He had 3 practices with this team. And basically they told him to isolate on the three point line and shoot threes or drive into crowds. He has isolation in his game, but when a guy like that has nerves, draw up plays to get easy baskets. Run a few PnR inside the three point line and have him roll instead of pop.

[BacktoBasics]

Kid needs to eat and push weights

This would be ideal if you want to destroy his knees.

He needs to gain some upper body strength and naturally add on weight as his body matures. He doesn’t need to pack on the pounds.

[T Park]

this forum really showing its ass with these bullshit takes

[BacktoBasics]

this forum really showing its ass with these bullshit takes

Coming from a guy who abandoned his team until they won the lottery.

[T Park]

Coming from a guy who abandoned his team until they won the lottery.

haven't abandoned shit fuckwad.

take a seat

[BacktoBasics]

haven't abandoned shit fuckwad.

take a seat

Oh yeah I remember a ton of your posts during the tank

[wildbill2u]

Got damn i'm going to throw my laptop against a wall if Wesley keeps making idiotic stupid decisions with the rock

Better order several so you will always have one on hand.

[R. DeMurre]

There's nothing many fans love more than the 5 second anecdotal evidence of a dunk highlight or an ankle breaker move on the perimeter. The fact that Wembanyama had 5 blocks, a dozen defensive dissuasions, and was +4 in a win where his shot wasn't dropping at all is never going to thrill people looking for the wow factor. The way Wemby becomes a generational player is by bending the opposing offense defensively with the same gravity that Steph bends defenses with his offense. He's already showing that. No highlight reel is going to show the many many times the opponent shies away from shot attempts, but if one attempt is successful, that's all over ESPN. Kai Jones' posterizing dunk was cute, but ultimately meaningless-- he took three shot attempts in 27 minutes. Charlotte's four bigs were a combined 7-23, and the team as a whole shot a 29.9 FG%. The point of Victor's ridiculous potential is that he can win games with just his D. When he adjusts after one summer league game and gets more attempts closer to the basket, his offense will be fine.

[GAustex]

The kid needs to find his way and once he does things will be fine

[DAF86]

He seems
Too slow to be a wing player
Too weak to be a big man
Too thin and tall to gain weight

There’s a reason why attacking the basket is difficult. Very tall, weak and slow means he can get bullied and picked on his move, so his skill can be negated by athletic ability.

He’s not even a great 3pt shooter statistically.
I know Spurs had to pick him, but I’m still afraid getting the #2 pick would’ve been better.

lol son, just no. :lol

[wildbill2u]

The only player I can remember with the same sort of physique was Ralph Sampson who was 7'4" and played at 228. He came out of Maryland with similar hype. He had a good first three years where he played 8e,82, and 79 games and then had injury problems that drastically reduced his playing time for the rest of his career. Medical staff have learned a lot since then, but bodies are bodies.

Let's all say a prayer for Wemby before and after every game, first that he not get hurt and second to give thanks that he came out healthy.

[rascal]

Let's see what adjustments are made for game two to get Wemby in better position for success.

[BatManu20]

Wemby getting dragged relentlessly on social media today. This is what the media does. They build you up just to tear you down.

Barstool (hardly media) having a field-day with this as expected too.

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[daslicer]

Wemby getting dragged relentlessly on social media today. This is what the media does. They build you up just to tear you down.

Barstool (hardly media) having a field-day with this as expected too.

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I didn't understand why that guy in the barstool clip was insisting Victor needs to apologize to Britney Spears considering he didn't do anything to her. It seems like some media and tabloid outlets are trying to paint it that Victor was responsible for Britney getting hit.

[daslicer]

There's nothing many fans love more than the 5 second anecdotal evidence of a dunk highlight or an ankle breaker move on the perimeter. The fact that Wembanyama had 5 blocks, a dozen defensive dissuasions, and was +4 in a win where his shot wasn't dropping at all is never going to thrill people looking for the wow factor. The way Wemby becomes a generational player is by bending the opposing offense defensively with the same gravity that Steph bends defenses with his offense. He's already showing that. No highlight reel is going to show the many many times the opponent shies away from shot attempts, but if one attempt is successful, that's all over ESPN. Kai Jones' posterizing dunk was cute, but ultimately meaningless-- he took three shot attempts in 27 minutes. Charlotte's four bigs were a combined 7-23, and the team as a whole shot a 29.9 FG%. The point of Victor's ridiculous potential is that he can win games with just his D. When he adjusts after one summer league game and gets more attempts closer to the basket, his offense will be fine.

Agreed it reminded me at times of how Tim was able to control games defensively. Another thing I observed is that the Spurs were able to run and get easy transition baskets when Wemby got defensive stops. We are going to see a lot of exciting transition baskets off of Wemby defensive stops this season.

[BatManu20]

I didn't understand why that guy in the barstool clip was insisting Victor needs to apologize to Britney Spears considering he didn't do anything to her. It seems like some media and tabloid outlets are trying to paint it that Victor was responsible for Britney getting hit.

It’s all so stupid. But unfortunately he’s he’s right about these idiot fans being relentless. That’s why I said celebrity worship culture is so trash. These losers will be shitting on Wemby at every turn now, despite the fact that he literally did nothing wrong. It’s so dumb.

[KobesAchilles]

Chris Paul has an active contract with another team
do you understand that?
Yes that’s why it’s a wish. The dude made Tyson Chandler an offensive threat, Blake Griffin unstoppable, DeAndre Jordan an all star, and even saved DeAndre Ayton from being a bust. He would’ve done wonders for Victor and I wish the Spurs would’ve traded for him rather than let Tre Jones be our starting PG.

[sfernald]

Wemby's start with the Spurs, the NBA and America in general is going about as bad as it possibly can. Making an enemy of a famous pop icon with an army of devoted fans was a horrible start. Him bricking three pointers all game long in his debut game isn't helping. It's a good thing it is only summer and this is all just summer league, lol. Everyone will forget about this shit by the start of the regular season in October when he starts dominating the league.

[daslicer]

It’s all so stupid. But unfortunately he’s he’s right about these idiot fans being relentless. That’s why I said celebrity worship culture is so trash. These losers will be shitting on Wemby at every turn now, despite the fact that he literally did nothing wrong. It’s so dumb.

I agree with everything you said and especially about celebrity worship culture. Victor should just turn off social media for the rest of the year and not pay it any mind. Easier said than done since it's hard for young people to get off of it. If he starts playing better consistently then this crap will die down.

[slick'81]

:lmao:rollinBritney ruining wembys career

[Extra Stout]

Wemby's start with the Spurs, the NBA and America in general is going about as bad as it possibly can. Making an enemy of a famous pop icon with an army of devoted fans was a horrible start. Him bricking three pointers all game long in his debut game isn't helping. It's a good thing it is only summer and this is all just summer league, lol. Everyone will forget about this shit by the start of the regular season in October when he starts dominating the league.
He’s not going to dominate the league starting in October, at least not on offense. It will start to come around the second half of the year. At that point, the Spurs will be well out of the playoff race and the national media will have dismissed him as a bust.

Year 2 will be another story, and by year 3 he’ll be an MVP candidate.

[J_Paco]

Yes that’s why it’s a wish. The dude made Tyson Chandler an offensive threat, Blake Griffin unstoppable, DeAndre Jordan an all star, and even saved DeAndre Ayton from being a bust. He would’ve done wonders for Victor and I wish the Spurs would’ve traded for him rather than let Tre Jones be our starting PG.

Except he's nearly 40 and coming off the worse year of his career. Plus, a one year rental isn't gonna do anything to speed up Wemby's development. It might have alleviated some pressure, but he'd need to make adjustments and improvements regardless.

[R. DeMurre]

:lol the notion that Wembanyama has any blame whatsoever in the stupid Britney Spears thing is such a crazy take. The video proves that everything she said was either inaccurate or drama queen exaggeration... he didn't even turn around to look, and had no idea that the tiniest of altercations had even taken place.

[daslicer]

:lol the notion that Wembanyama has any blame whatsoever in the stupid Britney Spears thing is such a crazy take. The video proves that everything she said was either inaccurate or drama queen exaggeration... he didn't even turn around to look, and had no idea that the tiniest of altercations had even taken place.

Her stans are dumbest people. They are now attacking Victor because they are upset Victor said Britney grabbed his shoulder when she actually only tapped it. Very dumb logic by her stans but stans are very illogical people.

[sfernald]

He’s not going to dominate the league starting in October, at least not on offense. It will start to come around the second half of the year. At that point, the Spurs will be well out of the playoff race and the national media will have dismissed him as a bust.

Year 2 will be another story, and by year 3 he’ll be an MVP candidate.

Sounds good!

[BacktoBasics]

The doom and gloom… even the non bust doomers are fucking retarded. He’s had zero coaching. No game planning. No time with these teammates. It was a pickup game.

[ginobilized]

Summer League is a glorified YMCA pickup game. Not much to see here.

Of note from last night, the other team scored 68 points. That's something to monitor and consider how much of that was the Wemby effect.

[daslicer]

The doom and gloom… even the non bust doomers are fucking retarded. He’s had zero coaching. No game planning. No time with these teammates. It was a pickup game.

The overreactions don't surprise me. When I was younger it bothered me how this board would overreact to things but I'm older now and more mellow that I just laugh at it and take it with a grain of salt. I'm confident Wemby will get better but he will have growing pains like last night which is to be expected since he still has a lot to learn but he will get there.

[Russ]

Wemby getting dragged relentlessly on social media today. This is what the media does. They build you up just to tear you down.

Barstool (hardly media) having a field-day with this as expected too.

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There's nothing about this guy that.doesn't work out perfectly.

A shaky start which will only cement the unconditional love he'll get from SA and their fans as he gets trashed in social media and the broader national media. He'll remember that forever. Perfect.

[LakerHater]

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[Rocalcio]

Just end this fucking game. No one cares


Your signature picture is just pathetic…

[spurs10]

So I see Sunday's game is on ESPN2 but Tuesday and Friday are on NBATV. Wonder if there will be an alternative way to watch?

[Darkwaters]

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What a truly bizarre take.

This stupid Britney Spears thing is the biggest nothing-burger I've seen in a long time.

I'm going to be laughing so hard when he has a hot-shooting night and drops 25 or 30 at some point.

[FuzzyLumpkins]

:lol it Barstool and TMZ with the tabloid takes and people act like that is what ESPN, FOX, CBSSports, etc are rolling with.

[heyheymymy]

You can see Victor's dad in the background behind Keldon Johnson in the Spurs players crowd shot.

Also, who is the end guy that Bassey is hugging on?

lol at Dev flinging Bassey's arm off from over his shoulder lol

[Mr. Body]

:lol it Barstool and TMZ with the tabloid takes and people act like that is what ESPN, FOX, CBSSports, etc are rolling with.

Barstool is straight up racist and conservative. I think TMZ might be slightly better.

[Vince Carter's ankle]

You can see Victor's dad in the background behind Keldon Johnson in the Spurs players crowd shot.

Also, who is the end guy that Bassey is hugging on?

lol at Dev flinging Bassey's arm off from over his shoulder lol
Sir' Jabari Rice

[heyheymymy]

Sir' Jabari Rice

Thanks for the info! Man they got the whole gang there, nice.

[KobesAchilles]

Except he's nearly 40 and coming off the worse year of his career. Plus, a one year rental isn't gonna do anything to speed up Wemby's development. It might have alleviated some pressure, but he'd need to make adjustments and improvements regardless.
And watching Tre jones miss wide open 3s and KJ barreling into the lane to take a contested shot is a much better way for him to develop. It would be one thing if we had another star player, but at this point not having a guy who can get the ball to Victor in his sweet spots is a disservice to him.

[BatManu20]

ESPN protecting their latest investment :lol

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[slick'81]

ESPN protecting their latest investment :lol

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poor vic:rollin

[cutewizard]

There's nothing many fans love more than the 5 second anecdotal evidence of a dunk highlight or an ankle breaker move on the perimeter. The fact that Wembanyama had 5 blocks, a dozen defensive dissuasions, and was +4 in a win where his shot wasn't dropping at all is never going to thrill people looking for the wow factor. The way Wemby becomes a generational player is by bending the opposing offense defensively with the same gravity that Steph bends defenses with his offense. He's already showing that. No highlight reel is going to show the many many times the opponent shies away from shot attempts, but if one attempt is successful, that's all over ESPN. Kai Jones' posterizing dunk was cute, but ultimately meaningless-- he took three shot attempts in 27 minutes. Charlotte's four bigs were a combined 7-23, and the team as a whole shot a 29.9 FG%. The point of Victor's ridiculous potential is that he can win games with just his D. When he adjusts after one summer league game and gets more attempts closer to the basket, his offense will be fine.

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most re-assuring quote for today, thank you good Sir!

totally agree

[cutewizard]

https://www.ksat.com/sports/2023/07/08/analysis-the-wemby-show-is-underway-and-opening-night-was-a-circus/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=snd&utm_content=ksat12&fbclid=IwAR00lpE-29F4f-3k3L_VuofK189S5pLI-DVVxrDUybDq3t91g8g78yaPvGw

[cutewizard]

And watching Tre jones miss wide open 3s and KJ barreling into the lane to take a contested shot is a much better way for him to develop. It would be one thing if we had another star player, but at this point not having a guy who can get the ball to Victor in his sweet spots is a disservice to him.

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Could Tre Jones do this consistently??

[Texas eye]

We had an all star in Murray. Should have built around him, not this euro trash who cant shoot. If i was Mr Holt this morning i would fire everyone responsible. What a joke.

[tonight...you]

We had an all star in Murray. Should have built around him, not this euro trash who cant shoot. If i was Mr Holt this morning i would fire everyone responsible. What a joke.
You're brain-dead and I'm not going to engage with you ever again.
Have a great life.

[InRareForm]

It's nice when media Is on our side

[cutewizard]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewvtmToFU8w

[cutewizard]

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

[RC_Drunkford]

gotta love that almost the entire team is out there. Keldon, Sochan, Vassell, Bassey, McDermott, Mamu, Graham and Zach Collins were all in the building. Tre Jones is probably still enjoying his honeymoon

[Degoat]

Did anybody catch when Brian Wright was talking about Reggie Bullock during the game? I think Doris Burke brought it up

[XenoThirteen]

You can see Victor's dad in the background behind Keldon Johnson in the Spurs players crowd shot.

Also, who is the end guy that Bassey is hugging on?

lol at Dev flinging Bassey's arm off from over his shoulder lol

Sorry, I’m not used to seeing stuff like that. When I saw it, I wondered if there was some bad blood going on or something lol. Was it supposed to be taken as a joke?

[heyheymymy]

Yeah that was some weird energy for sure. I wonder if Bassey was just cheesin a bit too much and it was friendly like knock it off.

Kinda looked like Dev was just acting fake disgusted in response to the play because the Champ slam was so nasty?

Hope there isn't bad chemistry there.

[TrainOfThought5]

Duncan, famously, never missed a layup

too soon!

[spurs108]

Did anybody catch when Brian Wright was talking about Reggie Bullock during the game? I think Doris Burke brought it up

Mentioned that him and Bullock overlapped when he was assistant GM of the Pistons in 2015. That he was a prototypical 3 & D guy.
Didn't seem to be any intention to move him at the moment.

[timtonymanu]

Oh yeah I remember a ton of your posts during the tank

T Park telling anyone to “take a seat” knowing the chairs he sits on break apart.

[heyheymymy]

Thought it was interesting that Reggie Bullock was tweeting reactions to Victor's game last night. Almost like "that's my guy" and it makes me think he is maybe going to stick around.

[Dhbsr555]

Thought it was interesting that Reggie Bullock was tweeting reactions to Victor's game last night. Almost like "that's my guy" and it makes me think he is maybe going to stick around.
I feel champagnie has earned rotation minutes but it’s crazy because there is a big logjam there. McDermott osman Champagnie stevens and bullock

[daslicer]

There's nothing about this guy that.doesn't work out perfectly.

A shaky start which will only cement the unconditional love he'll get from SA and their fans as he gets trashed in social media and the broader national media. He'll remember that forever. Perfect.

The silver lining of this is that as the national media and social media tears him down he's going to remember how the Spurs and their fans had his back and supported him during this ordeal. It doesn't guarantee he will be a Spur for life, but it gives a strong argument to Victor to why he should stay.

[tonight...you]

T Park telling anyone to “take a seat” knowing the chairs he sits on break apart.
He doesn't win at musical chairs much then?

[Degoat]

Mentioned that him and Bullock overlapped when he was assistant GM of the Pistons in 2015. That he was a prototypical 3 & D guy.
Didn't seem to be any intention to move him at the moment.

I guess that last roster spot might be a competition between Cedi, Lamar, and Bullock. Pretty weird imo

ZC/CB/Mamu
Wemby/Sochan/Doug
KJ/Julian/Sidy?
Dev/Branham/?
Tre/Wesley/Graham

Cedi, Lamar, Barlow, Bullock dunking it out for the last spot.

[NameLess Scrub]

Wemby was told to keep it low key and don't get hurt. He did as ordered. Keep some perspective on a preseason game.

I understand, and realize my take looks like an overreaction to this game, but I don’t mean it. I’m actually worried he’ll bee in some weird position, getting picked and bullied by athletic players with more regular NBA bodies

Is he faster or stronger than this? It’s hard to imagine how he will work out

[NameLess Scrub]

The only player I can remember with the same sort of physique was Ralph Sampson who was 7'4" and played at 228. He came out of Maryland with similar hype. He had a good first three years where he played 8e,82, and 79 games and then had injury problems that drastically reduced his playing time for the rest of his career. Medical staff have learned a lot since then, but bodies are bodies.

Let's all say a prayer for Wemby before and after every game, first that he not get hurt and second to give thanks that he came out healthy.

I keep wondering what makes everyone think Wemby will just be different, but hoping he will :lol

[Dhbsr555]

I guess that last roster spot might be a competition between Cedi, Lamar, and Bullock. Pretty weird imo

ZC/CB/Mamu
Wemby/Sochan/Doug
KJ/Julian/Sidy?
Dev/Branham/?
Tre/Wesley/Graham

Cedi, Lamar, Barlow, Bullock dunking it out for the last spot.
It’s really hard to believe sochan comes off the bench

[FoxxHole5]

Kings fan here! Had another account back when we took each other on way back in 2006 and this is still one of the greatest forums there is. You all have an absolute SQUAD!

[John B]

Kings fan here! Had another account back when we took each other on way back in 2006 and this is still one of the greatest forums there is. You all have an absolute SQUAD!

Thanks. I like that Sacramento is back as a playoff team after so long. But sucks that you guys had to give up Halliburton. That kid is forever linked here with the Spurs as the player picked after our Devin Vassell. I still think Devin will have a great NBA career, but Halliburton is already way ahead.

[Em-City]

I guess that last roster spot might be a competition between Cedi, Lamar, and Bullock. Pretty weird imo

ZC/CB/Mamu
Wemby/Sochan/Doug
KJ/Julian/Sidy?
Dev/Branham/?
Tre/Wesley/Graham

Cedi, Lamar, Barlow, Bullock dunking it out for the last spot.
Cidy gotta be on a 2-way.. surely.

Barlow probably gets a 2- way as well

[Dejounte]

Branham/ Tre/ Wesley
Vassell/ Graham/ Julian
Sochan/ Keldon/ Bullock
Wemby/ Osman/ McDermott/ Sidy
Collins/ Bassey/ Mamu/ Barlow

Graham, Collins, McDermott probably get traded by mid-season and then we secure Barlow with a contract

[Kurik]

Branham/ Tre/ Wesley
Vassell/ Graham/ Julian
Sochan/ Keldon/ Bullock
Wemby/ Osman/ McDermott/ Sidy
Collins/ Bassey/ Mamu/ Barlow

Graham, Collins, McDermott probably get traded by mid-season and then we secure Barlow with a contract

In this scenario one of these players would need to be cut or traded by the regular season right? Assuming Sidy is on that guaranteed contract.

[TD 21]

Branham/ Tre/ Wesley
Vassell/ Graham/ Julian
Sochan/ Keldon/ Bullock
Wemby/ Osman/ McDermott/ Sidy
Collins/ Bassey/ Mamu/ Barlow

Graham, Collins, McDermott probably get traded by mid-season and then we secure Barlow with a contract

McDermott will be in the rotation and Collins is far more likely to be extended than traded.

[kxs783kms]

It’s really hard to believe sochan comes off the bench

I agree. I think Wemby starts at 5 but Sochan will be playing the bigs on defense. There are only a few large bodies Sochan has to worry about.

[Ariel]

Branham/ Tre/ Wesley
Vassell/ Graham/ Julian
Sochan/ Keldon/ Bullock
Wemby/ Osman/ McDermott/ Sidy
Collins/ Bassey/ Mamu/ Barlow

Graham, Collins, McDermott probably get traded by mid-season and then we secure Barlow with a contract
I doubt Collins is traded, we're not overflowing with options that provide what he does (tough big who can shoot). McDermott I thought would be traded, with Wemby on board now I'm not so sure, they may consider him important for his development (and the rest of the young guys) in that he provides the spacing they'll need. Main candidates to be shipped in a trade mid season are: 1) Bullock (someone will overpay for him) 2) Graham (someone with an extra year plus assets) 3) Osman (expiring used as salary filler).

[Dejounte]

Meh, I view Collins as an empty stats guy who doesnt really impact the win total and may able to fool some GM into giving up some assets. We all have our guys we think this about.

[CorrectCrusader]

Played every minute alongside another center, either Barlow or Bediako. He’s definitely too weak to be a post player. Was just very surprised he got literally no pick and roll action.

It's summerleague. It's a glorified scrimmage

[TD 21]

Meh, I view Collins as an empty stats guy who doesnt really impact the win total and may able to fool some GM into giving up some assets. We all have our guys we think this about.

His theoretical fit next to Wembanyama (versatility that should allow them to be interchangeable offensively) is too rare to discard for the middling asset(s) he's worth.

[Rocalcio]

I'm thinking a D- in the grades

Lol…

[Rocalcio]

Soft ass frenchie tbh. Needs to get stronger asap. Unfortunately it’s in his blood though tbh.

Wait, what ? Where do you get that statement about French people ? That’s just dumb.,.

[Rocalcio]

Wemby seems a bit soft mentally. This is why you need to add another all star level player or two with him to take the pressure off him.

You aren't winning anything with him and a bunch of role players.

The kid is 19, he isn’t mentally softer than any other guy, just give him time.

[ChumpDumper]

Wemby seems a bit soft mentally.Pretty clear you didn't see him carry his team to the league finals.

[rascal]

Pretty clear you didn't see him carry his team to the league finals.

I would think an all world generational talent would be able to win the weak(as compared to the NBA) French title.

[Vince Carter's ankle]

I would think an all world generational talent would be able to win the weak(as compared to the NBA) French title.
this is contraindicated for you

[rascal]

this is contraindicated for you

Just shut up.

I've seen many of your posts in here.

You add nothing to the discussions other than to attack people.

[ChumpDumper]

I would think an all world generational talent would be able to win the weak(as compared to the NBA) French title.You should be thinking about when you need to stop talking out of your ass.

[John B]

Branham/ Tre/ Wesley
Vassell/ Graham/ Julian
Sochan/ Keldon/ Bullock
Wemby/ Osman/ McDermott/ Sidy
Collins/ Bassey/ Mamu/ Barlow

Graham, Collins, McDermott probably get traded by mid-season and then we secure Barlow with a contract

I like Malaki, but I think Tre gets that starting PG position. They really need a true PG general like Avery in there. Malaki I think plays combo and behind Devin.

It’s Julian who is intriguing. He is definitely pushing to get more minutes by the way he’s playing. He is big and could play SF. I’m sure Pop would play small to speed it up with Keldon/McD at 4 and Barlow/Mamu at 5.

Wow, Spurs are starting to have real solid bench here. Good problem.

If Champagnie continues his good play, I think McD gets traded, depends on the return. I like his leadership in there. Graham for sure is out. Collins stay. The kid is a fighter and has plenty of dog in him and that’s going to be big for Pop.

[tonight...you]

Wemby just went back to running a one-footed 3 in practice.

That tells me he's not comfy and he's going back to...

[exstatic]

Wembust: 12 points, 4-15 shooting, 5 rebounds, a block, 2 assists, 6 fouls, multiple "overrated" chants. Not even lefty can reverse jinx this.

[Obstructed_View]

His theoretical fit next to Wembanyama (versatility that should allow them to be interchangeable offensively) is too rare to discard for the middling asset(s) he's worth.
I would not be surprised if Collins plays really well next to Victor.

[ace3g]

https://twitter.com/nihilist_bucks/status/1677789487269642240

[Mr. Body]

https://twitter.com/nihilist_bucks/status/1677789487269642240

My guess right now is Thybulle. He really wants the Mavs and I think Portland in the end allows him to go.

[baseline bum]

https://twitter.com/nihilist_bucks/status/1677789487269642240

Damnit I want this done already

[Kurik]

Interesting, I wonder if the Spurs could use the trade to ship out Birch as well with a SRP.

[Mr. Body]

If it's something like Thybulle then the Mavs need to pony up something more and I don't know what they have. Also don't know if the Spurs get anything more out of it.