Monroe: Retirement suits Horry just fine — at least for now

[hater]

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James Gist!!!!!

[Bruno]

People forget how horrible Horry was last year. He was one of the worst player in the NBA. Pop stick with him during the whole season with the hope that he will help the team during the playoff.

Result : 1.5ppg, 2.1 rpg and a .194 FG% during the playoffs.

Maybe you should start to wonder why Pop, who was in deep love for Horry, has decided no to re-sign him while he asked only a min contract.
Maybe you should start to wonder why Houston, Lakers or Hornets haven't tried to sign him.

While Horry >>>>>>>>>>> Bonner as a player.
Bonner >>>>>>>>>>>>> the 2008 version of Horry.

[sandman]

When the did Katy become only 140 miles from SA? Google Maps are your friend, Monroe...

[Spurs Brazil]

I think Bonner deserves a chance in the beggining of the season.

And I also think Horry won't be the answer. I love Horry but last season he played one decent game, (game 7 against Hornets).

Give Bonner a chance and see what he can do

[xtremesteven33]

I love Horry but last season he played one decent game, (game 7 against Hornets).

That one game happened to be one of the biggest games in franchise history!
and he came up big for us. thats exactly why a player of Horrys magnitude is a big plus for a championship team. We have the star players, we have the great coach, we have the good bench. Now we just need a big time clutch player to come up big in big games. Horrys our guy.

[angel_luv]

All the best to Robert Horry.

He became a favorite of mine when he played for us.

I would love to see him as an assistant coach or something for the Spurs.

[The Truth #6]

If Bonner fails, then going back to Horry is a failure of a different sort. This isn't against Horry because he gave all he could. However, the FO needs to look to the future instead of hoping for some sort of time travelling scenario where Horry reverts back to his younger self.

[SenorSpur]

If Bonner fails, then going back to Horry is a failure of a different sort. This isn't against Horry because he gave all he could. However, the FO needs to look to the future instead of hoping for some sort of time travelling scenario where Horry reverts back to his younger self.

Thank you very much.

People keep referencing one game out of 18 games during the playoffs. Many of which Horry either was simply ineffective or simply did not see court time at all. His contribution in Game 7 of the Hornets series notwithstanding, and while very significant, simply was not enough. Anyone who watched him labor in his defensive rotations, slow in getting to lose balls, or a simply a step slow switching back to him man will admit the truth. Robert's time has passed.

I understand the sentiment and this is no offense to him. There's absolutely no shame in getting old and in one's skills declining. It happens to every player, at some point. If Pop finally was able to recognize it, why can't everyone else?

Let's move past these casual strolls down Nostalgia Blvd.

The Truth will INDEED set you free. Selective amnesia will only hold you back.

[T Park]

Selective amnesia in missing how clutch and fatanstic Horry was in that game 7?

[milkyway21]

The only people who think that Bonner could come even close to replacing Rob are the people who think Rob was only about hitting 3's. That was nowhere near the top of his contributions.

I see him on the Hornets.

so, what about James Posey? I can't see that happening.

[Taking it to the Hole]

What I worry about is someone else picking up Horry before we get a chance to. Wouldn't surprise me if Phil Jackson calls him up and he signs with the Lakers. As I see it, there are plenty of teams that would want his services soon. We may not even have a chance to sign him up again. IMO, I don't think we should have let him go. I know he is old, but the guy has a way of helping us in close games somehow. I really am fearing having to rely on a gunshy Bonner and an unproven Tolliver. I say Pop pulls the trigger fast on bringing Horry back.

[Manufan909]

Senorspur has selective amnesia when it comes to Bonner playing well. He was more than decent when Tim was out. In fact, he went nuts against Golden State. Where are the stat fanatics who can show Bonners stats when Tim was gone?

[ploto]

Spurs Pistons Game 5 on NBA TV right now

[xtremesteven33]

i get a feeling that pop and horry are in on horry skipping training camp and most of the beginning of the season and then signing him later on.

[ALWAYS bet on BLACK]

When the did Katy become only 140 miles from SA? Google Maps are your friend, Monroe...

Driving directions to Katy, TX167 mi – about 2 hours 40 mins


San Antonio, TX 78233




27 miles off..

give the man a break..

[SenorSpur]

Senorspur has selective amnesia when it comes to Bonner playing well. He was more than decent when Tim was out. In fact, he went nuts against Golden State. Where are the stat fanatics who can show Bonners stats when Tim was gone?

And you're going base your shortsighted point on one freaking game? Perhaps you're not aware that Bonner's stats were down last season from the previous year (4.8 ppg) - including his minutes.

There was a reason he fell completely out of the rotation - and it wasn't because he had one great game out of 82.

If you backup your point, do your own research.

[Allanon]

You never want to see Horry on the opposite team in a close Playoff game.

At the same time, if you can develop a young player, it's better in the long run for the Spurs.

I like Big Shot Rob and wouldn't mind seeing him end up in LA to finish his career.

[boutons_]

Robert's body was worn out from the tiny, unproductive minutes he played last season?

I love Robert as much as anybody, but with last season as proof, Robert's career, his ability to contribute, is finished.

Thanks for the Big Shots, the classiness, and above all '05 Trophy, Robert.

[mrspurs]

The only people who think that Bonner could come even close to replacing Rob are the people who think Rob was only about hitting 3's. That was nowhere near the top of his contributions.

I see him on the Hornets.

that would be great news. i can see horry hurting west during practice

[mrspurs]

Its funny how people could even pick Bonner over Horry.

Horry is BY FAR the better teammate,player, and compe or than Bonner.
No way can you replace what Horry does for a team. His IQ is off the chart and he makes key plays for teams to win crucial games. Bonner in no way posses that.

with that said, i see Spurs making a run at Horry by the beginning of next year.

Book It!

your comparing to sorry players one young and one old not sure you have a clue. I know maybe until bonner goes out and tries to hurt the player we cant defend then maybe bonner is better the big brick bob

[century]

Horry will be back after allstar break. 35 year old Horry >>> Bonner

I agree although the thought makes me sick. Bonner's not gonna amount to anything. I like Horry a lot but he should stay retired. The Spurs are ed this year...