Re: Parker will be fit for EuroBasket
Tendinitis is a chronical injury, even if Tony sits out for Eurobasket, he could end with his knee in a worst shape than if he plays in those six games. The French coaching staff will definitely look after him, the last thing they want is their star player to get injured, and create another diplomatic incident between the U.S.A. and France. :lol
This competition may actually be a good thing for Tony. He will carry the burden of being the major star in his team, just like those two double overtime games during the regular season when Tim and Manu were out. He will play against collapsed zones which will force him to shoot from beyond the arc. If he makes a good shot selection and hits them, and the French team advances, it may boost his morale the way it did with Manu.
Oh, and for the record, I agree: country> anything else.
If the NBA doesn't like it that way, then they should stop looking for foreign talent, because there are very few players who would decline their national team call-up.
Re: Parker will be fit for EuroBasket
Aggie,
Even if Chip was not in SA last summer, I think there were somebody in the staff who was able to help tony. Chip will not make miracle. The french coach respects the nba. Last year, Tony stay in SA and didn't make the qualification for the euro with france : the french coach agreed.
Another example, the french coach went to SA this year to speak with tony about the french team.
Maybe TAU owner GAF to SA but not the french coach.
Re: Parker will be fit for EuroBasket
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Originally Posted by CaptainLate
Truly, sports fans (and sports personalities) are so ignorant of global politics and what the hell is seriously going on in the world, as evident by the pathetic jingoism shown whenever this topic of playing for one's country comes up.
Are you kidding here?
Apparently I'm ignorant of the worlds issues because I believe its a good thing Tony is representing his country in the sport of bassketball.
Seriously. Ass clown.
Re: Parker will be fit for EuroBasket
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Originally Posted by David Chancellor, Ticket760 Sports
Problem? Knee? I immediately called Spurs GM RC Buford to get the latest.
It turns out that it’s no big deal. Yes, the Spurs know about it. Their doctors have even examined Tony. MRI results were negative. Parker is rehabbing, but strictly as a precautionary measure.
http://www.woai.com/spurs/story.aspx...A-FA747ADD4901
