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Originally Posted by SenorSpur

That is exactly what is scary about this. Horry does so much for this team - the intangibles, the intelligence, the savvy plays - that literally no one else on this team can do. If he's not on or somehow doesn't find his game, it will be a big blow to the Spurs championship aspirations.

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Unfortunately, I think you understate it....

If Horry doesn't get in some kind of groove and the others continue to play as horribly as they have, I think there's almost no chance of a repeat.

The Spurs at that point would be forced to go strictly small-ball with their bench and would be at a great disadvantage regarding interior defense and rebounding.

Still, I wouldn't completely close the door on them...after all, they do have an all-timer, an NBA Finals MVP, and a World Champion. That's why I'll never stop believing.

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Originally Posted by BonnerDynasty

We don't need another 3 pt shooter. We have plenty.

I'd hate to get rid of Barry after he has FINALLY turned into the Barry we originally wanted.

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They were willing to part with Barry two seasons ago for J.R. Smith. I would rather they don't trade him either, but if I could nab one of these guys for the same price, I do it.

As everyone knows, the Spurs have had their share of trouble repeating as champs. Obviously there are no guarantees with this current roster. And it appears as though cracks are starting to appear in the foundation of this roster.

Personally I'd rather they didn't wait until another failed playoff run to realize that they need to tweak the roster.

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Originally Posted by BonnerDynasty

We don't need another 3 pt shooter. We have plenty.

I'd hate to get rid of Barry after he has FINALLY turned into the Barry we originally wanted.

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The problem is that the Spurs desperately need another big, but there just doesn't seem to be one available via trade. Not one that fits with the Spurs long-term plan that is.

The one guy that I want to see the Spurs go after is a guy currently not playing on an NBA roster....PJ Brown.

If the Spurs could shed some salary, say by sending Elson to another team for a trade exception, then I think adding a veteran FA becomes a distinct possiblity.

Obviously it's just a wild guess, but I think it sounds as plausible as the next scenario.

PJ Brown>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>Elson
Do it.

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Originally Posted by PHAT TONY

The problem is that the Spurs desperately need another big, but there just doesn't seem to be one available via trade. Not one that fits with the Spurs long-term plan that is.

The one guy that I want to see the Spurs go after is a guy currently not playing on an NBA roster....PJ Brown.

If the Spurs could shed some salary, say by sending Elson to another team for a trade exception, then I think adding a veteran FA becomes a distinct possiblity.

Obviously it's just a wild guess, but I think it sounds as plausible as the next scenario.

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According to reports I've read, Brown has continued to rebuff offers from PHX and seems committed to staying out. Though he's not officially submitted his retirement papers.

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Originally Posted by SenorSpur

They were willing to part with Barry two seasons ago for J.R. Smith. I would rather they don't trade him either, but if I could nab one of these guys for the same price, I do it.

As everyone knows, the Spurs have had their share of trouble repeating as champs. Obviously there are no guarantees with this current roster. And it appears as though cracks are starting to appear in the foundation of this roster.

Personally I'd rather they didn't wait until another failed playoff run to realize that they need to tweak the roster.

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The reason I'd hesitate to lose Barry at this point is that he's actually playing well when he's on the court. And I don't JUST mean that he's hitting his shots, which he is, but also that he is doing a good job of keeping the offense flowing and finding teammates for scoring opportunities. That's something you're not gonna find with...say Finley.

I think he's also the de facto third PG right now.

Having said that, I'd get rid of him and Elson in a heartbeat if it meant getting Maggette.

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Originally Posted by SenorSpur

According to reports I've read, Brown has continued to rebuff offers from PHX and seems committed to staying out. Though he's not officially submitted his retirement papers.

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Yeah I know...but PJ is a professional and deserves to be in a professional organization. One that knows how to win and takes care of its players (a.k.a. gets them rings!).

Still, I agree that it's a longshot.

Despite all the fans freaking out....I actually think ANY trade being made would be a longshot.

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Originally Posted by PHAT TONY

Yeah I know...but PJ is a professional and deserves to be in a professional organization. One that knows how to win and takes care of its players (a.k.a. gets them rings!).

Still, I agree that it's a longshot.

Despite all the fans freaking out....I actually think ANY trade being made would be a longshot.

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We all know the Spurs rarely make in-season trades, so I don't expect much either. Problem is Pop may be running out of the "we're soft, but we're going to do this ourselves" type of speeches.

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Originally Posted by SenorSpur

Bonner first mistake was trying to dribble. His next mistake was shooting it off the dribble. He's a standstill jumpshooter only. He needs to stop trying to do things he's not capable of doing

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What do you guys think of Bruce doing the exact same thing? I think that statement is one Bruce needs to read as well. Bruce is one of our best three point shooters capable of shooting 40+ percent. The thing is that lately he's not shooting any threes at all just trying some crazy drives that usually end up in a bad shot or turnover. Are you guys happy with Bruce doing this?

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Originally Posted by SenorSpur

We all know the Spurs rarely make in-season trades, so I don't expect much either. Problem is Pop may be running out of the "we're soft, but we're going to do this ourselves" type of speeches.

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I still hold firm that IF the Spurs make a trade it would most likely be for a peripheral player and that the player the Spurs give up would be a peripheral player.

Honestly, I think that's why Elson-for-Pietrus makes sense. Neither player is really getting much burn for their team and both are set to leave their current teams at the end of this year.

I figure it's a no-lose situation.

Oh good. ANOTHER Bonner-hate thread. :rolleyes

I thought bonner actually played pretty good tonight... except for the last play of course, but he along with the rest of the team were playing great defense in the second half.

A) they couldn't rebound
B) refs didn't call shit on Scola even though he was raping Duncan in the ass while trying to get in position for those rebounds off the FTs

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Originally Posted by rAm

I thought bonner actually played pretty good tonight... except for the last play of course, but he along with the rest of the team were playing great defense in the second half.

A) they couldn't rebound
B) refs didn't call shit on Scola even though he was raping Duncan in the ass while trying to get in position for those rebounds off the FTs

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I agree with you. It is very unfair for these people on this Board to blame the loss of this game on Bonner. He missed one shot which happened to be the last and perhaps game-winning shot. Perhaps. But Duncan and Parker and others were missing many shots and free-throws all night that could have won this game before we had to take it down to 2.4 seconds. It was a collective effort and the Coaching left a lot to be desired as well. Sooo, onward and upward. Let's just hope that history repeats itself and we play much better after the All Star break. If not, no REPEAT.

PJ Brown?

A 37 year old forward whos been sitting on his duff for about, 7 straight months now?

That's what you get for choosing bonner over scola.

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Originally Posted by T Park

PJ Brown?

A 37 year old forward whos been sitting on his duff for about, 7 straight months now?

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It's what's potentially available....and better than Elson.

Sorry, Dwight Howard's not avialable.

Sorry if I don't believe a late 30s power forward who couldn't jump to start with whos been laying around for 7 months isn't worth a shit, and no I dont think ANYONE available is worth going after.

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That's what you get for choosing bonner over scola

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dear god...