Assistant Coaches (Shooting and Offense) Spurs Should Pursue

[Gandalf]

It’s looking more like the Spurs will pick Dylan Harper at 2 (I hope). As some have noted, you might get great ball movement with the three guards in this starting lineup, though at present none are phenomenal shooters:

Wemby
Barnes
Castle
Harper
Fox

I would have liked for the Spurs to hire Jenkins as the head coach (particularly with this group), but now that it’s Mitch, what Assistant Coaches should he hire (who might feasibly come here)?

I’d love it if we could pay Chip Engelland enough to come back, but he may not want to leave the nearly there Thunder for our group (then again, maybe he likes a challenge, and Pop’s not the head coach anymore). Who else is a great shooting coach? Castle seemed to improve after working out with that LA coach.

What Assistants would be best for developing players, and to create a good offensive scheme for the above group? Jenkins likely wouldn’t settle for an assistant spot, and his former assistant is currently the head guy with the Grizzlies.

For that matter, is there an ideal ‘offensive scheme’ for that starting lineup? I don’t know much about the ‘triangle’ offense apart from its name, the Lakers three-peated with it, it might be dated now, etc.

[benefactor]

Poach JVG from the Clippers tbh

[stnick2261]

Adding Harper and someone like McNeeley / Fleming / Wolf would go a long way towards making the “Read&React” offense feasible.

Bring in Noah LaRoche as an assistant to help Mitch implement that offense (fast pace)… while utilizing a change of pace, slow it down with Fox/Wemby PnR.

If that shooting coach from LA won’t come here… I’d send Sochan there during the off season.

[stnick2261]

To add to my previous post…

Jenkins had 2 assistant coaches who were well-versed in the Read&React Offense. Noah LaRoche was the other one (who was fired along with Jenkins)

I’d also find room for CP3 on the coaching staff to work with our glut of guards.

[Obstructed_View]

Victor Wembanyama is a player nobody has ever seen before, on both offense and defense. A smart coach would design whole new schemes to take advantage of his many strengths and minimize his non-strengths. Mitch is a smart dude. I hope he figures this out now that he's manning the helm.

[stnick2261]

Victor Wembanyama is a player nobody has ever seen before, on both offense and defense. A smart coach would design whole new schemes to take advantage of his many strengths and minimize his non-strengths. Mitch is a smart dude. I hope he figures this out now that he's manning the helm.

This is honestly one of the reasons I want to add Noah LaRoche to our staff. Mitch has learned from Pop for 10 years. Bringing in a different (and updated) offense would only add to the versatility of our personnel. Adding a few more smart players and losing a couple dumb ones would go a long way. Being able to switch offensive schemes mid-game (and I mean drastically different) would be devastating to defenses who only know how to defend one way.

Fox, Castle, Harper, and Wemby would all easily be smart enough to handle it.

[Obstructed_View]

This is honestly one of the reasons I want to add Noah LaRoche to our staff. Mitch has learned from Pop for 10 years. Bringing in a different (and updated) offense would only add to the versatility of our personnel. Adding a few more smart players and losing a couple dumb ones would go a long way. Being able to switch offensive schemes mid-game (and I mean drastically different) would be devastating to defenses who only know how to defend one way.

Fox, Castle, Harper, and Wemby would all easily be smart enough to handle it.
Feels like the current staff doesn't even emphasize the right things. The opponent gets a defensive rebound, one player runs up to challenge the ball or try for a steal. It's a low-percentage play that puts the defense in a bad position. Getting back on D - check that - SPRINTING back on D is statistically the way to defend, especially now where isolation and getting an advantage is so critical to scoring opportunities.

The Spurs leave the corner three open more than any team I've seen, and the guy guarding the corner three will leave his man when there is no tactical advantage to doing so. The Spurs are the team that created the corner three as a weapon, and it's helped revolutionize offense in the NBA. Now they give up the statistically most valuable shot in the game, and do it consistently.

[mystargtr34]

Poach JVG from the Clippers tbh

I would love that. He would transform the defense and at least hold the players and rest of the coaching staff accountable on that end. Not sure the FO wants that though they might be happy riding this gravy train as long as they can.

[RC_Drunkford]

Get Chicago Bulls player development coach Peter Patton. That’s the guy that improved Giddey‘s jumpshot among other players like Buzelis and Terry. The Bulls fired him last month.

[SpursBills]

Get Chicago Bulls player development coach Peter Patton. That’s the guy that improved Giddey‘s jumpshot among other players like Buzelis and Terry. The Bulls fired him last month.

This is who I want as well

[BG_Spurs_Fan]

To add to my previous post…

Jenkins had 2 assistant coaches who were well-versed in the Read&React Offense. Noah LaRoche was the other one (who was fired along with Jenkins)

I’d also find room for CP3 on the coaching staff to work with our glut of guards.

LaRoche is the no PnR guy. The Spurs just traded for Fox who’s a PnR playmaker to match with Wemby. I think LaRoche is the last coach they’d look to acquire.

I think the offense is generally OK. Spurs need defensive coaches way more.

[stnick2261]

LaRoche is the no PnR guy. The Spurs just traded for Fox who’s a PnR playmaker to match with Wemby. I think LaRoche is the last coach they’d look to acquire.

I think the offense is generally OK. Spurs need defensive coaches way more.

That's why I wouldn't want LaRoche as head coach. But I think the Read&React offense would be amazing with our newer players, and being able to switch it to the PnR with Fox/Wemby would be unguardable (which I stated in my post right above the one you quoted).

We also need to re-install some of the plays the team used in the beautiful game in 2014 that Pop said our team was too stupid to run (paraphrasing).

Maybe Tiago Splitter would be willing to come over. He took over for Tuomas Iisalo's Paris team and continued the Read&React offense there with the same success. I believe he'd be able to help with the defense as well.

[poopbox]

Get Chicago Bulls player development coach Peter Patton. That’s the guy that improved Giddey‘s jumpshot among other players like Buzelis and Terry. The Bulls fired him last month.

Improved their shots so much he got fired :spin

[RC_Drunkford]

Improved their shots so much he got fired :spin

he got fired because he told Patrick Williams that there is no hope for him. Which seems to be accurate

[ginobilized]

Mike Brown might be an option?

LaRoche would be great, I'd guess.

If we end up with the Triple Terror of Fox/Castle/Harper, devising an offense that utilizes their strengths as they work around Wemby looks super fun. We just need a PF that is physical and gets out of the way on offense.We might not get that this season, but, I'm excited to see the possibilities of Wemby and these 3 guards. Hopefully, that means they take away Vassell's iso/dribbling privileges.

[Ice009]

Great thread. Definitely something the Spurs should really be looking at.


Feels like the current staff doesn't even emphasize the right things. The opponent gets a defensive rebound, one player runs up to challenge the ball or try for a steal. It's a low-percentage play that puts the defense in a bad position. Getting back on D - check that - SPRINTING back on D is statistically the way to defend, especially now where isolation and getting an advantage is so critical to scoring opportunities.

The Spurs leave the corner three open more than any team I've seen, and the guy guarding the corner three will leave his man when there is no tactical advantage to doing so. The Spurs are the team that created the corner three as a weapon, and it's helped revolutionize offense in the NBA. Now they give up the statistically most valuable shot in the game, and do it consistently.

I didn't realize the Spurs were one of the teams that used the corner three as a weapon. Which Spurs team/s was the first to use it extensively?


Get Chicago Bulls player development coach Peter Patton. That’s the guy that improved Giddey‘s jumpshot among other players like Buzelis and Terry. The Bulls fired him last month.

Sounds good. I was about to ask why he was fired, though.


LaRoche is the no PnR guy. The Spurs just traded for Fox who’s a PnR playmaker to match with Wemby. I think LaRoche is the last coach they’d look to acquire.

I think the offense is generally OK. Spurs need defensive coaches way more.

The guy might be alright as an assistant coach to help Mitch come up with some alternate offensive sets/play. They can still run PnR, but would also be nice to have other styles of offense they can play.


he got fired because he told Patrick Williams that there is no hope for him. Which seems to be accurate

For real? I've never really watched Patrick Williams. Was he commenting on his shooting?

I'd say the Spurs definitely need a defensive coach. Mitch was a PG, so I am guessing Mitch will be more than OK coming up with ideas on the offensive side of the ball (I still wouldn't mind another great offensive coach to give him some different ideas such as the coach you guys mentioned [LaRoche]), but I don't know how extensive his knowledge is on the defensive side? Like a poster mentioned, the Spurs need to start playing much better/more disciplined on the defensive end. No going for steals when they're not there, running back to set up the defense, learn how to box out, get better at rebounding. Little things like that, that can make a major difference between winning and losing are things they need to shore up and make second nature.

Getting a player that can set good screens like Steven Adams to show the other guys what to do could also help. Another poster also mentioned that Brook Lopez is really good at boxing out and that is onereason his rebounding numbers are low (I was questioning his rebounding after Exstatic pointed out he's got really low rebounding numbers, but then someone pointed out he's great at boxing out for him teammates), so he might be an option too if that is correct about boxing out for his teammates to get the rebounds..

I also wonder if they need a new/different shooting coach.

[Gandalf]

We just need a PF that is physical and gets out of the way on offense.We might not get that this season, but, I'm excited to see the possibilities of Wemby and these 3 guards. Hopefully, that means they take away Vassell's iso/dribbling privileges.

Someone in another thread mentioned Bam Adabayo; his contract is steep for the next three years, but he’s 27, a great defender, can shoot the three, etc. If we could get him cheap (Miami looking to rebuild anyway), maybe for Vassell, filler, and a future pick or two, that might be a better fit than Giannis or Durant.

[Extra Stout]

Someone in another thread mentioned Bam Adabayo; his contract is steep for the next three years, but he’s 27, a great defender, can shoot the three, etc. If we could get him cheap (Miami looking to rebuild anyway), maybe for Vassell, filler, and a future pick or two, that might be a better fit than Giannis or Durant.

If Miami is looking to rebuild, why would they want Vassell? He has years left on his deal. They would want expirings to go with the picks. Vassell is valuable to teams aspiring to the playoffs that want another scorer.

[Gandalf]

If Miami is looking to rebuild, why would they want Vassell? He has years left on his deal. They would want expirings to go with the picks. Vassell is valuable to teams aspiring to the playoffs that want another scorer.

True, maybe a three-team deal.

[Sugus]

Someone in another thread mentioned Bam Adabayo; his contract is steep for the next three years, but he’s 27, a great defender, can shoot the three, etc. If we could get him cheap (Miami looking to rebuild anyway), maybe for Vassell, filler, and a future pick or two, that might be a better fit than Giannis or Durant.

Bam on the Spurs would be straight-up unfair.

Him at the 5, leaving Wemby at PF? With a lineup of Fox-Harper-Castle to go with it? That's lockdown.

Spurs should give away as many picks, sans #2, to make that trade happen.

[rogcl1]

In my opinion the Spurs need to hire an experienced hard nosed defensive minded coach . I am not sure who that would be but I think that is the biggest need.

[tonight...you]

In my opinion the Spurs need to hire an experienced hard nosed defensive minded coach . I am not sure who that would be but I think that is the biggest need.
Try to pry away JVG.

[BackHome]

We definitely need a Defensive coach and also would like someone who has played in Playoffs I would love to give Splitter a spot on team.

JVG + Splitter

[scott]

If CP3 wanted to make the move into coaching, this would be a fantastic time and opportunity for him to do so, mentoring our 3 headed guard behemoth.

[ginobilized]

CP3, Splitter and Manu would be excellent. Having former players is extra nice.

When do teams typically hire assistant coaches? Hopefully, soon.

I still can't believe we got the 2nd pick.

[benefactor]

If CP3 wanted to make the move into coaching, this would be a fantastic time and opportunity for him to do so, mentoring our 3 headed guard behemoth.
I fully expect Paul to be a head coach someday. You can tell he enjoys teaching. And I agree, this would be the perfect time with the perfect guard combination for Paul to get started

[Obstructed_View]

Great thread. Definitely something the Spurs should really be looking at.



I didn't realize the Spurs were one of the teams that used the corner three as a weapon. Which Spurs team/s was the first to use it extensively?

I could be wrong. I often am. But the way I remember it, Bowen developed his corner three because the Spurs determined it was the closest the line is, and doesn't require excessive athletic ability to camp there and punish double-teamers with either a direct or swing pass from the low post. The Rockets developed the three as a weapon from the post, but the Spurs focused specifically on the corners.

[tbdog]

I don't think CP3 wants to retire. He wanted to start last season and play as many games as possible to show he can stay healthy. And he did. Is he really just going to retire now?

[OldMan88]

No athlete WANTS to retire. He could have a huge season coming off the bench & coaching the young guys.

[spursistan]

I know he doesn't want to do the coaching thing, but Ginobili better be upping his 'consultancy' game now that we have two budding guards with star potential. Hopefully we see Manu more often around the practice facility and in both Harper's and Castle's ear..

[BackHome]

No athlete WANTS to retire. He could have a huge season coming off the bench & coaching the young guys.

No athlete wants to sit on the Pine they want to play so he is not beating out Fox and not beating our second round pick either. If he is serious about minutes he should look at the Mavericks I would not hate him for doing that.

[RC_Drunkford]

I know he doesn't want to do the coaching thing, but Ginobili better be upping his 'consultancy' game now that we have two budding guards with star potential. Hopefully we see Manu more often around the practice facility and in both Harper's and Castle's ear..

what makes you thing Manu hasn't been in Castle's ear?

[Trill Clinton]

See if Monty Williams is interested in an assistant position. He'd have to give up coaching his son's team.

[Ice009]

See if Monty Williams is interested in an assistant position. He'd have to give up coaching his son's team.

It was Exstatic that explained to me, he's getting paid big money by Detroit. If he takes another job, he loses all that money.

Would you give up 10M a year to get paid less than 1M a year as a assistant? Coaches don't make that kind of money up. He'll likely never get a contract that big again. Same with Bud. There's no way those guys are taking lower paying jobs until their current contracts are paid out.

[KobesAchilles]

It was Exstatic that explained to me, he's getting paid big money by Detroit. If he takes another job, he loses all that money.

Would you give up 10M a year to get paid less than 1M a year as an assistant? Coaches don't make that kind of money up. He'll likely never get a contract that big again. Same with Bud. There's no way those guys are taking lower paying jobs until their current contracts are paid out.
I’m pretty sure he still gets paid by the team that fired him. I think they just pay the difference between the two jobs salary wise. Bc Kliff Kingsbury is still getting paid by the Cardinals and he is the OC of the Commanders

[spursistan]

See if Monty Williams is interested in an assistant position. He'd have to give up coaching his son's team.
Monty Williams has maybe done the worst coaching job i've seen this century in the last season in Detroit . Hard pass..

[Ice009]

I’m pretty sure he still gets paid by the team that fired him. I think they just pay the difference between the two jobs salary wise. Bc Kliff Kingsbury is still getting paid by the Cardinals and he is the OC of the Commanders

Yeah, that is what I initially thought (I'm just going by what I was told, could be incorrect?), but I wouldn't mind clarification from someone that knows. Maybe each contract is different for head coaches with different stipulations?

[OldMan88]

Coaches contract language isn’t controlled as the player contracts are.

[RC_Drunkford]

See if Monty Williams is interested in an assistant position. He'd have to give up coaching his son's team.

literally any bum off the street is a better coach

[poopbox]

See if Monty Williams is interested in an assistant position. He'd have to give up coaching his son's team.

So go and get the coach who lost the most games in a row and was so bad the owner decided to eat around 80 million dollars just to get rid of him :lol

[Ice009]

literally any bum off the street is a better coach

I should say, why do people say he stinks? Is it because of the last season he coached in Detroit? He has a 64-18 season as a head coach. I wouldn't have thought there'd be many coaches in NBA history that have guided their teams to a that record or better? Can't be a total scrub. I'm not saying he's great or anything, or that I want him, but I don't think he's complete rubbish.

I don't know, I could be wrong. Maybe it was the players on the teams he's had good records rather than his coaching. But yeah, his last impression wasn't a good one with Detroit.

[Trill Clinton]

Looks like any changes will be internal. Possibly promoting g league coach to the assistant roles.

[Guru of Nothing]

I think the path for CP3 is pretty clear. He returns this season with a role reduced to about 15 min/gm, maybe 60 games. No matter how great Mitch Williams can become, I think he'll need all the help he can get developing and maximizing our three-guard rotation around Wemby this season, and who better than CP3 in this role? ... seriously, 2nd best is not close. I also think developing Fox into an elder statesmen is worth pursuing too.

So one, two more seasons tops for CP3, then retire John Elway style and move directly to asst coach gig where he'll start prepping to become a head coach - get some ojt and refine his style, learn how to work with FO, and in an upfront fashion start developing a coach or two to take with him to his head coach gig a year or two down the road. Hit the ground running!

All this speculation aside, maybe CP3 does not want to coach, but given the current state of coaching salaries and CP3's young age, he's almost assuredly sitting on an option to cash a check for $200M over the span of his would-be coaching career - doing what he loves.

[scott]

I think the path for CP3 is pretty clear. He returns this season with a role reduced to about 15 min/gm, maybe 60 games. No matter how great Mitch Williams can become, I think he'll need all the help he can get developing and maximizing our three-guard rotation around Wemby this season, and who better than CP3 in this role? ... seriously, 2nd best is not close. I also think developing Fox into an elder statesmen is worth pursuing too.

So one, two more seasons tops for CP3, then retire John Elway style and move directly to asst coach gig where he'll start prepping to become a head coach - get some ojt and refine his style, learn how to work with FO, and in an upfront fashion start developing a coach or two to take with him to his head coach gig a year or two down the road. Hit the ground running!

All this speculation aside, maybe CP3 does not want to coach, but given the current state of coaching salaries and CP3's young age, he's almost assuredly sitting on an option to cash a check for $200M over the span of his would-be coaching career - doing what he loves.

Honestly, I think if CP3 just took an assistant coaching gig, if the Spurs have a good year and the 3-headed guard monster looks good... he could find himself a HC candidate very quickly. I'd rather see CP3 back with a clipboard in his hands that wearing a uniform.

[Ocotillo]

I don't want CP3 back. He would be invaluable in helping Harper/Castle and other youngsters but there are too many rotational guards as it is. I would love him as an assistant coach but suspect he would not be interested in coaching here since his family stayed in LA during this past season. I suspect he is going to look for a team to get playing time on next season though rather than the jump to coaching.

[ace3g]

Splitter ?


https://x.com/arbarkas/status/1925276842178535528

[RC_Drunkford]

would love to have Splitter on the staff

[scott]

Tiago come hoooooome

[ginobilized]

Tiago would be the perfect coach for Sorber.
Hope he comes back.

[Guru of Nothing]

Four fried chickens, and a coke. Is that right, Tiago?

[BackHome]

Looks like any changes will be internal. Possibly promoting g league coach to the assistant roles.

I actually liked that coach who was the car wash guy for the Spurs who coached the Summer League he was not bad and players seemed to like and respect him.

[ace3g]

I actually liked that coach who was the car wash guy for the Spurs who coached the Summer League he was not bad and players seemed to like and respect him.

Kenny Trevino, yeah I wouldn't mind them add him to the staff.

[RC_Drunkford]

I actually liked that coach who was the car wash guy for the Spurs who coached the Summer League he was not bad and players seemed to like and respect him.

that's exactly what I expect the Spurs to do :lol Go with cheapest option available. I hope I'm wrong.

[ace3g]

However, there is a growing belief that the 40-year-old Brazilian is likely to return to the NBA as an assistant coach.

https://x.com/Urbodo/status/1925416736167223343

[objective]

Tiago, we call to you!

Bring some title experience! Help Wemby set better picks!

[ace3g]

https://x.com/alex30mp/status/1928399358476575144

[stnick2261]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1e7U4-PrIBE

I've watched several videos on the Read&React offense. I think this one best explains what happens. It also goes into how a team running that offense can still run the PickNRoll effectively.

The actual offense seems simple enough that even I understand it now. I imagine even Keldon would be able to figure it out too and be able to play effectively. What we'd really need is 5 players on the floor at one time who can:

1) shoot the 3
2) be able to drive the ball to the hoop
3) pass effectively
4) play defense

[RC_Drunkford]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1e7U4-PrIBE

I've watched several videos on the Read&React offense. I think this one best explains what happens. It also goes into how a team running that offense can still run the PickNRoll effectively.

The actual offense seems simple enough that even I understand it now. I imagine even Keldon would be able to figure it out too and be able to play effectively. What we'd really need is 5 players on the floor at one time who can:

1) shoot the 3
2) be able to drive the ball to the hoop
3) pass effectively
4) play defense

that means half the roster has to go

[exstatic]

That offense could be OKC’s krytonite. They feed off of half court traps, and if you do that,you’re leaving someone in this offense an open catch and shoot opportunity, or an easy 45 cut for a layup.

[stnick2261]

that means half the roster has to go

That is literally the reason I would be ok with 4 rookies this draft. I'd like half of the roster gone.

[RC_Drunkford]

That is literally the reason I would be ok with 4 rookies this draft. I'd like half of the roster gone.

I‘m with you on that. I just have a hard time seeing the Spurs do it.

[pad300]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1e7U4-PrIBE

I've watched several videos on the Read&React offense. I think this one best explains what happens. It also goes into how a team running that offense can still run the PickNRoll effectively.

The actual offense seems simple enough that even I understand it now. I imagine even Keldon would be able to figure it out too and be able to play effectively. What we'd really need is 5 players on the floor at one time who can:

1) shoot the 3
2) be able to drive the ball to the hoop
3) pass effectively
4) play defense

IF all five players on the floor need to be able to do these four things, to implement this, we'd have to replace Wemby (#2 is a problem for him)...

[CGD]

The Nuggets just fired a bunch to assistants. Maybe some good names in there? I know zero about the coaching market

[stnick2261]

IF all five players on the floor need to be able to do these four things, to implement this, we'd have to replace Wemby (#2 is a problem for him)...

I’ve seen Wemby get the ball on the 3pt line, palm the ball, take 2 steps and dunk it. I don’t think that’s a problem. However, him and Fox would definitely use the PickNRoll as seen in the video

[ace3g]

https://x.com/MikeAScotto/status/1928995688806826028

[TD 21]

Stein: Spurs, furthermore, have expressed strong interest in trying to hire (Sean) Sweeney away from Dallas.

NBA Rumors and News | HoopsHype (https://hoopshype.com/rumors/)

[BG_Spurs_Fan]

This would be a good hire. Expensive too.

[objective]

Isn't Sweeney supposed to be the Giannis whisperer or real tight with him or something like that?

[Ice009]

This guy sounds like a great hire. This actually sounds good. Sounds like a young coach with great ideas that could be a 1B.

Anyone know much about him? What is the story about the Giannis Whisperer? Did he coach him or something?

[cutewizard]

https://youtu.be/3wvW1bwxcAc?si=g2rfzJJe9-1DhW6w

[stnick2261]

any news about Tiago Splitter? Paris has found his replacement, but all I could find was that he was looking at other Euroleague team (head coach spots) and NBA assistant coaching spots.

[Ocotillo]

any news about Tiago Splitter? Paris has found his replacement, but all I could find was that he was looking at other Euroleague team (head coach spots) and NBA assistant coaching spots.

With the Sweeny rumor and Tiago supposedly looking for an NBA job, now would be a good time for Mitch to put together his own team rather than running back Brett Brown and the rest of the crew.

[objective]

Sweeney worked with Giannis in years 2-5 of his career and has been given lots of credit for working with him then.

He's also credited with some of the Mavs defensive schemes, and they did have good defenses even with luka

[tonight...you]

https://youtu.be/3wvW1bwxcAc?si=g2rfzJJe9-1DhW6w
Great vid.
Get him.

Give that man his money!

[RC_Drunkford]

Sweeney worked with Giannis in years 2-5 of his career and has been given lots of credit for working with him then.

He's also credited with some of the Mavs defensive schemes, and they did have good defenses even with luka

yup, Sweeney is a coach who makes players excell defensively. Not only scheme wise, he's also supposedly good at teaching individual defense to players. Would be just what we need tbh.

[Ice009]

That shooting video is pretty good and if he also knows about teaches defense, sign this guy up as soon as possible.

[Spurs Brazil]

https://x.com/basquetplus/status/1931490035431313704

[Biggems]

So, based on this thread

Offense - Peter Patton
Defense - Sean Sweeney
Tiago Splitter

I would be cool with this group of new assistants.

[Ice009]

So, based on this thread

Offense - Peter Patton
Defense - Sean Sweeney
Tiago Splitter

I would be cool with this group of new assistants.

It says in the post above yours that Splitter is going to Portland.

[ace3g]

https://x.com/SeanCunningham/status/1931048793803477326

[cutewizard]

I'm excited for next season guys

[Biggems]

It says in the post above yours that Splitter is going to Portland.
I didn't see that post and that sucks. Too be honest, Clinging can definitely used his knowledge.

[ace3g]

https://profoundstrategy.com/wp-content/uploads/giphy.gif

https://x.com/Gambo987/status/1932566405469384888

[ace3g]

https://x.com/Gambo987/status/1932483146504888639

[T Park]

Chad Forcier is available again, and would 100% love him back in SA.

[Ice009]

Where was Chad Forcier working? And did he leave/quit that job, or was he let go?

I remember him being very highly regarded when he was with the Spurs previously. Was he one of the guys that used to be involved with Kawhi's training/staying back after practice working on things with him?

[RC_Drunkford]

Where was Chad Forcier working? And did he leave/quit that job, or was he let go?

I remember him being very highly regarded when he was with the Spurs previously. Was he one of the guys that used to be involved with Kawhi's training/staying back after practice working on things with him?

yup he and Chip were the ones developing nephew. He left the Spurs to go to the Magic where he got a position as lead assistant I think. Would love to have him back.

[Ice009]

yup he and Chip were the ones developing nephew. He left the Spurs to go to the Magic where he got a position as lead assistant I think. Would love to have him back.

I wasn't sure if I was remembering right, but I'd definitely want him back if that was the case. Question is, what spots would the Spurs have for him? Would they have room for him as a lead assistant? Is he actually good at that job? He's great at player development, but don't know if his credentials are good enough to take one of the lead assistant spots? Has he been at the Magic up to now?

[T Park]

Where was Chad Forcier working? And did he leave/quit that job, or was he let go?

I remember him being very highly regarded when he was with the Spurs previously. Was he one of the guys that used to be involved with Kawhi's training/staying back after practice working on things with him?


He was just in Utah.

No idea if he has a job lined up or not, if not, 100% on board bringing him back.

[Ocotillo]

Chad Forcier is available again, and would 100% love him back in SA.

Oh yeah, this a guy to have on staff. Pay the man Holt!

[Ice009]

He was just in Utah.

No idea if he has a job lined up or not, if not, 100% on board bringing him back.

Has his contract in Utah expired? Is that why he is looking around, or does he just want to leave there.

[Em-City]

https://x.com/TheSteinLine/status/1933534208439562684

[SpursFan86]

Corliss Williamson hired as new assistant coach.

[Ice009]

WTF, that is out of nowhere. Not who I expected as an ex-player type of hire.

[cutewizard]

Is he good in what expertise?

[RC_Drunkford]

He's the defensive coach of the Wolves. Mostly focussing on transition defense and rebounding. Given that the Wolves defense has been 6th in 24/25 and first in 23/24, I'd say he's a good addition.

[scottspurs]

If “Big Nasty” can help the Spurs rebound better I’m all for it.

[LeBowen]

He's the defensive coach of the Wolves. Mostly focussing on transition defense and rebounding. Given that the Wolves defense has been 6th in 24/25 and first in 23/24, I'd say he's a good addition.

Good stuff.
I actually think Mitch will show that he's a great at building the offense.
As I said before, Spurs ORTG in March and April would've put them at #6 overall, that was without Fox and Wemby.
We just need to fix the defensive issues.

[exstatic]

He's the defensive coach of the Wolves. Mostly focussing on transition defense and rebounding. Given that the Wolves defense has been 6th in 24/25 and first in 23/24, I'd say he's a good addition.

Learned under Nolan Richardson at Arkansas from his 90 feet of Hell system.

[benefactor]

Seems like a good addition tbh.

[Ice009]

OK, what you guys have said sounds good. Didn't realize he was a defensive coach, and also learned from a well regarded college coach. I'll have to look up what 40 minutes of h#ll defense from his college teams.

[RC_Drunkford]

Good stuff.
I actually think Mitch will show that he's a great at building the offense.
As I said before, Spurs ORTG in March and April would've put them at #6 overall, that was without Fox and Wemby.
We just need to fix the defensive issues.

I like the rebounding part. Maybe he can teach our players how to box out.

[SpursFan86]

1933545729911304620

Defense/rebounding are certainly areas we can use the help. Let’s hope for the best.

[BackHome]

Not bad I think having a ex NBA player yelling at you every day to play defense will go over better vs someone who hasn't played any ball

[Leetonidas]

This team need some (Big) Nasty :tu

[cutewizard]

https://youtu.be/VEpKlaaErPc?si=vlDEuolkd3H7S0C3

[cutewizard]

Guys, do you think we can implement a variation of this one >>>

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1e7U4-PrIBE

[RC_Drunkford]

I wonder if we are signing this guy. He's been in San Antonio for weeks, working with Jeremy. It's the shooting coach of Bayern Munich Moris Hadzija

DK4tsT7Ru8F

[HankChinaski]

Man mitch looks like a kid next to that man

[ace3g]

https://x.com/TheSteinLine/status/1934007169365766587

[ginobilized]

Corliss Williamson, hell yes!

How did the Spurs miss out on Tiago Splitter? I'm surprised there hasn't been any belly aching about him going to Portland in this thread.

[Ice009]

Corliss Williamson, hell yes!

How did the Spurs miss out on Tiago Splitter? I'm surprised there hasn't been any belly aching about him going to Portland in this thread.

I'm guessing they never were interested. Unless Tiago is the one that has turned them down and never wanted to work for them? I don't recall if Tiago has ever worked for the Spurs after his playing days were over? If that is the case? Does anyone know if the Spurs have ever offered him a job? Did he turn it down, or have they never offered?

[Dejounte]

I wonder if we are signing this guy. He's been in San Antonio for weeks, working with Jeremy. It's the shooting coach of Bayern Munich Moris Hadzija

DK4tsT7Ru8F

turns out this post by sochan’s coach is just him saying goodbye to the staff after knowing them a couple years

[ace3g]

https://x.com/MavsFilmRoom/status/1934331866724835536

[RC_Drunkford]

1934736425779642370

[T Park]

Ivey is really good buddies with Durant…..

[RC_Drunkford]

Ivey is really good buddies with Durant…..

Yup. Also coached Sudan at the olympics. Spurs know what they are doing.

[objective]

I don't know if he's still trying to play, but if not, I think starting Mills into his coaching internship on the second row would be nice.

[barakz21]

So I saw somewhere that Sean Sweeney (Dallas) agreed to sign with the Spurs. Could be good for Castle and Dylan if true.

[spursistan]

Full list...I am definitely far less worried about Mitch Johnson than at the time of hiring..Spurs have hit it out of the park bringing a bunch of highly-regarded young, forward-thinking assistants with new perspective with a particle emphasis on defense. And really, Mitch isn't technically a rookie coach having led the team on the sidelines for 77 games the past season..He isn't some outsider to the organization who is getting thrown to the fire haven been there sitting next to Pop since 2019..In-house promotions like Mazzulla (Celtics) have more chance of succeeding than outsiders like Adrian Griffin (Bucks) for rookie HCs.




Matt Guzman on X: "Per the #Spurs, here is the full list of coaching additions/promotions for San Antonio: https://t.co/n2PXOnv7i9" / X (https://x.com/mattgzman/status/1957534543583355273)

[exstatic]

Full list...I am definitely far less worried about Mitch Johnson than at the time of hiring..Spurs have hit it out of the park bringing a bunch of highly-regarded young, forward-thinking assistants with new perspective with a particle emphasis on defense. And really, Mitch isn't technically a rookie coach having led the team on the sidelines for 77 games the past season..He isn't some outsider to the organization who is getting thrown to the fire haven been there sitting next to Pop since 2019..In-house promotions like Mazzulla (Celtics) have more chance of succeeding than outsiders like Adrian Griffin (Bucks) for rookie HCs.




Matt Guzman on X: "Per the #Spurs, here is the full list of coaching additions/promotions for San Antonio: https://t.co/n2PXOnv7i9" / X (https://x.com/mattgzman/status/1957534543583355273)

Griffin’s problems weren’t basketball related. He was both a Jeebotard, and an insecure douche. He treated veteran assistants poorly.

[cutewizard]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L75sz96u9Eo&t=47s

[cutewizard]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k8CAlK-y7mc

[cutewizard]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NPbx_9znVpE

[cutewizard]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFyTe40lwKg

[ginobilized]

Thanks for sharing these videos!

The Spurs have had the best coaching offseason that I can recall for any team. Hopefully, this squad meshes and has a cohesive plan that maximizes the talent here.
I see Mitch as the kind of coach who can utilize and integrate his fellow coaches input very shrewdly. It tells us all that we need to know about the Spurs FO and their MO. They are building a modern program now that Pop is off the bench. Kudos to them for honoring his legacy for so long and kudos to them for quickly implementing a new plan in one offseason. I'm as excited about the new coaches as I am about the new players. Coaching additions would receive an A+ and the players additions are a solid A, at least in theory. Williamson, Sweeney and Lewis sounds like a law firm, but, I look forward to seeing this team gel and learn to win.

[Trill Clinton]

Looks like any changes will be internal. Possibly promoting g league coach to the assistant roles.

I was halfway right.

[spurraider21]

vecenie lives in australia, so he'd know better than most

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[rjv]

i guess the real question is: how many of these coaches read the Bible?

[cutewizard]

Thanks for sharing these videos!

The Spurs have had the best coaching offseason that I can recall for any team. Hopefully, this squad meshes and has a cohesive plan that maximizes the talent here.
I see Mitch as the kind of coach who can utilize and integrate his fellow coaches input very shrewdly. It tells us all that we need to know about the Spurs FO and their MO. They are building a modern program now that Pop is off the bench. Kudos to them for honoring his legacy for so long and kudos to them for quickly implementing a new plan in one offseason. I'm as excited about the new coaches as I am about the new players. Coaching additions would receive an A+ and the players additions are a solid A, at least in theory. Williamson, Sweeney and Lewis sounds like a law firm, but, I look forward to seeing this team gel and learn to win.


Totally excited