The Inevitable Contract Signing Announcement of David Jones-Garcia

[venitian navigator]

...or maybe we're just waiting for signing Ben Simmons and Bol Bol as 14 and 15 men...(I would't be totally opposed to that idea...just for some quality funny moments ha, ha, ha!)

[jjspur]

We all have our ideas of what could and what logically should happen. However it doesn't always work out that way. There are so many factors at play that almost anything could and usually does happen. DJG could sign with the spurs or another NBA team who values him more, or with the promise of more playing time, he could sign in Europe, or even stick with the G-League one more year. We as fans just don't know.

The spurs have options, but so does DJG. What we do know is that with every passing day the options shrink since players and teams will be making signing decisions soon enough. For players and teams. the clock is ticking. With an important season coming up, lets hope the spurs make good decisions with their last 2 open spots.

[Eaglenole2002]

EuroLeague team Olympiacos is discussing a contract with Spurs Summer League standout David Jones-Garcia, according to Greek reporter Tolis Kotzias (hat tip to Sportando).

[Mr. Body]

Good for him. J-G has earned real basketball, not the G-League.

[ace3g]

EuroLeague team Olympiacos is discussing a contract with Spurs Summer League standout David Jones-Garcia, according to Greek reporter Tolis Kotzias (hat tip to Sportando).

[exstatic]

He must have had only 2 way offers. He can do better than $500K in Europe. Best of luck to the young man.

[ace3g]

In the last few days, an Olympiacos delegation consisting of Giorgos Bartzokas, Christos Bafe and Nikos Lepeniotis was at the NBA Summer League to watch matches, as well as players as potential transfer targets in view of the new season.

The "red-and-white" squad returns to its base, having seen several games in Nevada, but also transfer targets.

One such case - among others seen by the Greek coach - is, according to information from Athleticiko, David Jones-Garcia, who plays in the Summer League with the jersey of the San Antonio Spurs and is one of the players who stand out in this summer process.

Bartzokas saw David Jones-Garcia excel in the Summer League

In four matches at the summer tournament in Nevada City, he has impressed with his qualifications and statistics. He has averaged 21.3 points, 6.3 rebounds and 4 assists and over the next three days, he and his representative are expected to press situations to sign with an NBA team.

If he doesn't find what he's looking for in the USA (a guaranteed contract or a two-way prospect), then Olympiacos will even become a favorite to acquire him. So, after the end of the three-day period, as soon as Jones-Garcia remains available on the market, the "reds" will submit an offer to him in an attempt to entice him and give him the opportunity to come to Europe for the first time to play at the top level of the continent: in the EuroLeague.

Olympiacos has settled on Jones-Garcia: What remains for the... motion

[LeBowen]

He must have had only 2 way offers. He can do better than $500K in Europe. Best of luck to the young man.

Is it $500K? Also, aren't European salaries reported in net earnings after-tax?
Not to mention that European clubs usually provide everything for players. Rent, car, free restaurants etc.
Unless DJG likes to party, that would be $500K he doesn't need to touch at all.

[BG_Spurs_Fan]

Is it $500K? Also, aren't European salaries reported in net earnings after-tax?
Not to mention that European clubs usually provide everything for players. Rent, car, free restaurants etc.
Unless DJG likes to party, that would be $500K he doesn't need to touch at all.

All true and he gets to live in Athens, which is a very city.

Certainly better than any two-way or partially guaranteed offer.

[Darkwaters]

Nevada City?

[spurs10]

He must have had only 2 way offers. He can do better than $500K in Europe. Best of luck to the young man.

Yes he has the potential to earn much more in Europe than a two-way which pays half a rookie minimum salary, I believe. Hope we read he received a nice pay day.

[TimmyBuckets]

Minix’s shooting will translate more in the NBA than DJG, who’s scoring in summer league, which isn’t comparable. DJG will be a 3rd or 4th string deep bench guard who’ll barely get minutes. Minix can shoot and that’s more important.

[ginobilized]

I don't mind the idea of the Spurs leaving an open roster spot or two heading into training camp and seeing if anyone earns a spot while evaluating their fit with our new core. Even heading into the season with an open spot(s) might allow for some stronger options at the trade deadline and waiver wire. We'll be starting this season with 5 players that weren't at last year's training camp. That's a good amount of change already.

[exstatic]

I don't mind the idea of the Spurs leaving an open roster spot or two heading into training camp and seeing if anyone earns a spot while evaluating their fit with our new core. Even heading into the season with an open spot(s) might allow for some stronger options at the trade deadline and waiver wire. We'll be starting this season with 5 players that weren't at last year's training camp. That's a good amount of change already.

They usually leave one open, in case an imbalanced trade presents itself.

[Kindergarten Cop]

I don't mind the idea of the Spurs leaving an open roster spot or two heading into training camp and seeing if anyone earns a spot while evaluating their fit with our new core. Even heading into the season with an open spot(s) might allow for some stronger options at the trade deadline and waiver wire. We'll be starting this season with 5 players that weren't at last year's training camp. That's a good amount of change already.

They usually leave one open, in case an imbalanced trade presents itself.

Isn't there a penalty in the new CBA if they don't have 14 signed players on the roster before opening night? I don't think the 2 way contracts count towards the 14 - so they are definitely signing/trading for at least one more player before the season begins right? Do we think that it goes to Minix or is he still just a 2 way level player?

[ace3g]

[exstatic]

Isn't there a penalty in the new CBA if they don't have 14 signed players on the roster before opening night? I don't think the 2 way contracts count towards the 14 - so they are definitely signing/trading for at least one more player before the season begins right? Do we think that it goes to Minix or is he still just a 2 way level player?

If you don’t have 15, your three 2 ways can only total 90 NBA games, the same as if you had two 2 ways.

[Kindergarten Cop]

If you don’t have 15, your three 2 ways can only total 90 NBA games, the same as if you had two 2 ways.

So, it's not really much of a penalty. Thanks for the clarification.

[Tyrone Jenkins]

Minix’s shooting will translate more in the NBA than DJG, who’s scoring in summer league, which isn’t comparable. DJG will be a 3rd or 4th string deep bench guard who’ll barely get minutes. Minix can shoot and that’s more important.

I don't know about that.

I used to think DJG was just another scorer. He can actually shoot. I don't think he's the kind that you put in the corner to wait for a dish but I do think he can come off a pick and roll and put in 3s consistent enough to change how he's defended and bring opportunities for others. His 3pt shooting makes him an alternative to the 3 guards we already have which I see as a tremendous benefit.

I would think he might get more minutes than many think...

[rogcl1]

Minix’s shooting will translate more in the NBA than DJG, who’s scoring in summer league, which isn’t comparable. DJG will be a 3rd or 4th string deep bench guard who’ll barely get minutes. Minix can shoot and that’s more important.

I like Minix but he cant guard a fence post and has cement in his shoes. He would only be useful in end of quarter situations or times where he doesn't have to play defense and only has to catch and shoot. DJG can at least play some defense and has shown he can shoot the three as well as finish although he has loose handles at times. I do not see Minix overall skill set translating except in certain situations.

[rogcl1]

https://basketnews.com/news-228207-n...cos-offer.html

He must be sure he is getting some kind of NBA contract.

[exstatic]

https://basketnews.com/news-228207-n...cos-offer.html

He must be sure he is getting some kind of NBA contract.

Crusty

[Bruno]

https://www.eurohoops.net/en/eurolea...ue-with-spurs/

NBA Summer League standout wing/guard David Jones-Garcia turned down an offer from EuroLeague powerhouse Olympiacos Piraeus to continue with the San Antonio Spurs according to Eurohoops sources.

[Guru of Nothing]

I still hope we sign him. He might not get a lot of court time, but using last season as an indicator there's definitely a microwave role at the end of the bench for him, for those nights where the rotation struggles with their collective shot. This guy has fan-favorite written all over him (in the same fan-favorite vein as your Mamu's of the world).

Also, I would expect him to be a net positive asset if he's needed to grease a trade later on too.

[John B]

Is there anything wrong with him that still he hasn’t got signed in despite a great showing at the S-League. He got great handles, putting people on skates. His self-creation is superb and pretty clutch on taking over games, and he has shown commitment to play defense. So why hasn’t he got a contract yet?