Free Agent: Ben Wallace

Bringing in a defense-only, past-his-prime veteran reeks of the FO's previous philosophy, and I think they'll try to resist it...but ultimately they'll probably give in and pursue.

And why not? As with Bowen last year, Big Ben would not be a starter but instead would be called on to provide an intimidating presence defensively. In my mind, he'd complete the overhaul of the frontcourt.

Bottom Line: He certainly wasn't worth the $15M/yr or starting spot that he received in Chicago and Cleveland...but as a bench guy for the vet min...he makes a TON of sense for the Spurs. I expect them to go after him.

The Spurs are pretty well stocked in the 6-7 to 6-10 frontcourt player category. If we're going to add another frontcourt player I'd prefer someone 6-10+.

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Originally Posted by AFBlue

Bringing in a defense-only, past-his-prime veteran reeks of the FO's previous philosophy, and I think they'll try to resist it...but ultimately they'll probably give in and pursue.

And why not? As with Bowen last year, Big Ben would not be a starter but instead would be called on to provide an intimidating presence defensively. In my mind, he'd complete the overhaul of the frontcourt.

Bottom Line: He certainly wasn't worth the $15M/yr or starting spot that he received in Chicago and Cleveland...but as a bench guy for the vet min...he makes a TON of sense for the Spurs. I expect them to go after him.

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We are going after Wallace :pop:

Sounds like Detroit may talk to Ben.

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Originally Posted by Pistons < Spurs

Sounds like Detroit may talk to Ben.

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For the vet min, he'll have no shortage of suitors. I think it'll be hard for him to walk away from the game this year.

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Originally Posted by spurs_fan_in_exile

Spurs could do a lot worse. Worth a look for the vet min.

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Agreed. Big Ben is MORE THAN ENOUGH defensive and rebounding presence for the Vet Min or LLE.

Sign him, FO!

That's of course, if Blair doesn't sit out until he gets the ENTIRE LLE.

I wouldn't mind getting him for the minimum. He could help some against Shaq in the Finals.

I'm all for this... hoped it would happen soon as I heard he was being moved and bought out in the Shaq deal

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Originally Posted by coyotes_geek

The Spurs are pretty well stocked in the 6-7 to 6-10 frontcourt player category. If we're going to add another frontcourt player I'd prefer someone 6-10+.

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agreed a nice legit 7'footer wouldnt be bad :wow

Wallace's offense is beyond horrible, maybe the worst in the NBA..he used to make up for it with his elite defense and athleticism, but he's no longer athletic at all, and his defense doesn't nearly make up for it..

also, as coyote pointed out, we have enough big men his size..if we're going after a big, he needs to be at least 6'10 or 6'11 IMO..

I could see him going to Detroit to retire, but I can't see him going anywhere else..

Wallace isn't worth the Vet Min x 2

For vet min? of course... let's get him...:rollin:rollin:rollin

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Originally Posted by FilSpursFan

For vet min? of course... let's get him...:rollin:rollin:rollin

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what exactly did you misspell in that post?

:lol

If he still want to play? Why would he not getting the extra 4m bucks?

no way, hes done.

May be worth the LLE......

Would rather have Rasho as a defensive insurance big.