Maggette Has Second Thoughts About Not Signing With Spurs

[T Park]

Apples vs Oranges. Never get caught up comparing the world of athletes to the decisions and lifestyles of us common folks. Too many external and internal differences that separate them from us.

Yeah, like them living in a fantasy world with their monopoly money, and not giving a about the game and just money.

Maggette is the epitome of that.

[SenorSpur]

You'd be saying the same thing if Tim had gone to Orlando, right?

Wrong. There's no doubt I, among most, would've been extremely disappointed had Tim opted to go to Orlando. However, I wouldn't sit around planning to send a "death squad" after him because he chose to leave either.

Bottom line, there is little loyalty in sports - or in life for that matter. Self preservation is the basic law of nature. I don't begrudge someone who seeks to go elsewhere to "fatten their wallet". That said, I don't want to hear any complaints either, if that person later finds out "the grass is actually browner on the other side".

[Kriz-Maxima]

Most of the people who hold it against him would probably go for the money. I can't blame a guy for looking out for his financial future.

[SenorSpur]

Yeah, like them living in a fantasy world with their monopoly money, and not giving a about the game and just money.

Maggette is the epitome of that.

Exactly. They don't have to live in real life. The rest of us do.

[DUNCANownsKOBE2]

+1


that's the difference between champs...and PAPER champs.

How many lambo's does Corey need anyway

Well unfortunately for him there isn't a lambo-championship ring exchange rate. I agree with everyone who says take the championship over the money you don't need. It's not like Maggette was a 2nd round pick who's first NBA contract just expired, the Clippers were paying him bank for years, it shoulda been a no brainer decision of his to take the pay cut and let Popovich turn him into a basketball player rather than an basketball scorer.

I wanted the Suns to get him but I'm also glad they didn't. He doesn't play a lick of defense, has below average range on his jumper, and has a horrible at ude. The one reason he would have been a good fit on the Spurs is because he does slash very well without the ball and Duncan is great at luring the paint defenders out and then passing to the slasher, other than that I don't see Popovich being in his fan club anytime soon.

[Allanon]

Malone gave up hign salary offered by utah, walking to LA to make up the so-called big four with the lakers, just for a ring. However, even though they beated the spurs in the quarter final, they were demolished by the pistons 1-4. Afterwards, Shaq swam to Miami while Malone retired regretully. Payton was pretty lucky compared to Malone because he was lucky enough to realize his dream with shaq in Miami. Corey may follow their steps in several years but not now.

Malone waited too long to sign with the Lakers, if he had done it 1 year earlier, he probably would have gotten his ring.

As for Corey Maggette, he's going after the money and not the ring. He would have been a good pick-up for the Spurs not only for his skills but also because he's an over-sized guard.

But since he chose the Warriors for 5 years, he's gonna be stuck in the losing grind until he's 34, and then if he gets real lucky, a Contender might pick him up for a ring run. Ronny Turiaf, also with the Warriors, has a smaller contract but he also gave up a chance to win rings for more money.

Ronny Turiaf probably won't admit it right now but he probably also regrets not staying with the Lakers.

[Frenchise player]

Malone waited too long to sign with the Lakers, if he had done it 1 year earlier, he probably would have gotten his ring.

As for Corey Maggette, he's going after the money and not the ring. He would have been a good pick-up for the Spurs not only for his skills but also because he's an over-sized guard.

But since he chose the Warriors for 5 years, he's gonna be stuck in the losing grind until he's 34, and then if he gets real lucky, a Contender might pick him up for a ring run. Ronny Turiaf, also with the Warriors, has a smaller contract but he also gave up a chance to win rings for more money.

Ronny Turiaf probably won't admit it right now but he probably also regrets not staying with the Lakers.

There is a big difference between Turiaf and Maggette. Ronny is a role player who wasn't even sure to play any kind of minutes for the Lakers, Maggette would have played tons of minutes had he chosen the Spurs.

I am not even sure Ronny had a choice, he was a restricted free agent, the Warriors offered a relatively modest deal that wasn't matched by the lakers.

[Dex]

"If it was any other way, I would've been here."

I love this statement because it makes it sounds like it was anybody's fault but Maggettes.

bag. Have fun in Golden State. I like watching RMJ drain threeballs better anyways.

[Guajalote]

Jason Kidd had the same choice, although his was much tougher considering the Nets had just come off of a near championship run. We were able to take that money and keep TP and Manu. Gee, ain't it funny how things work out?

[RC's Boss]

lol @ all you people talking about he's "money first." like you idiots wouldn't take millions of dollars more if offered the chance.

I agree. Winning a ring may be nice, but that ring isn't going to keep you in the lifestyle you've become used to. 50 over 5?!?!?!?! I'd play in OKC over the Spurs. Yeah I'd lose every home game, but leave the parking lot in some "Bugatti-ish" type of Italian roadster!!!!!!

[Thompson]

After years of making 8 and 9 million a year, and probobly over a career you've totaled 50 to 60 million, then yes I would've taken the less money over a couple years to sign for a championships.

Stuff it.

I'd agree with that; I'd take less money since I already had more money than I'd ever spend and enjoy my time in the NBA on a good team with friends, winning championships. What's the difference between dying with $25 million in your bank account vs. $40 million? You can't take it with you. If you manage it well, your kids/grandkids/etc. will live well on either amount.

[lefty]

Dear Corey,

Thank you

And you

[Allanon]

I agree. Winning a ring may be nice, but that ring isn't going to keep you in the lifestyle you've become used to. 50 over 5?!?!?!?! I'd play in OKC over the Spurs. Yeah I'd lose every home game, but leave the parking lot in some "Bugatti-ish" type of Italian roadster!!!!!!

He's been making "Bugatti-ish" money for years now. He doesn't NEED the extra money to keep up an extravagant lifestyle. He'd still be a baller even if he took the Spurs' money.

But again, there's nothing wrong with "Show me the money", and the priority is money.

If it were me and I had already made millions and would still be making millions, I'd go to a winning team for a little paycut.

[Buddy Holly]

But Maggette is just kind of person who is money-first. Besides, Maggette is still pretty young so it's not time for him to dedicate money for a ring.

Malone gave up hign salary offered by utah, walking to LA to make up the so-called big four with the lakers, just for a ring. However, even though they beated the spurs in the quarter final, they were demolished by the pistons 1-4. Afterwards, Shaq swam to Miami while Malone retired regretully. Payton was pretty lucky compared to Malone because he was lucky enough to realize his dream with shaq in Miami. Corey may follow their steps in several years but not now.

On principle, we can still sign him anyway at the same prize the warriors offered him if Spur's boss is willing to pay the Luxury Tax. but the money in his pocket is so little that he can't afford even one penney of Luxury tax.

How I wish Mark Cuban will one day buy up all the stocks of the spurs team.

First, stay in school and say nope to dope.

Second, any sensible thing I've read in that post is pure ing stupid.

Third, STAY IN SCHOOL!

[Buddy Holly]

lol @ all you people talking about he's "money first." like you idiots wouldn't take millions of dollars more if offered the chance.

Nope.

[Ronaldo McDonald]

LOL @ people saying if they were in maggette's position, they would've taken less money.

It's irrelevent. Like Senor Spur said, or alluded to, they live in their own world, and people need to stop acting like they know what it's like.

[Ronaldo McDonald]

Plus, everyone has different priorities. Obviously, he wants to be paid what he thinks he should be paid. Who the doesn't in this world? He's really not any different han anyone else. Some of you spurs fans need to quit being pussy hurt over his decision to sign with GS and just accept the fact that he did what probably 95% of people would have done. He's much more talented than 5.8 mil.

[kcplayboi_26]

link????

[duncan228]

link????

Do you mean a link for the Maggette quote? It's in the first post.

Second thoughts?

[kcplayboi_26]

Do you mean a link for the Maggette quote? It's in the first post.

thx didnt see it, i wanna read the whole thing

[duncan228]

More of this here.

San Antonio Spurs Team Report

The Spurs wanted Corey Maggette last summer. Coach Gregg Popovich makes no bones about it. But they ended up with Roger Mason and couldn't be happier.

Saturday night, Maggette made his first visit to San Antonio since spurning a lucrative free agent offer from the Spurs in favor of a move up the coast to Golden State. When the former L.A. Clipper decided on the Warriors, the Spurs were on the phone with Mason.

"They were very clear I was their No. 1 option if they didn't get Corey," Mason said. "They made it known pretty early on they wanted me, but they wanted to see if they could get him first."

Though Mason was ready to leave Washington for a bigger role, he couldn't have imagined the responsibility thrust on him so soon in his Spurs tenure. With injuries to Manu Ginobili and Tony Parker earlier this season, Mason was a fixture in the starting lineup and flourished.

He has since returned to the bench, but he'll remain a valuable part of the rotation. He went into Saturday averaging 14.1 points and having made 46 3-pointers, good for third in the league.

Mason actually worked out for San Antonio the previous summer before re-signing with the Wizards.

"Every team has people on their radar screen where they say, 'If he's ever available, he's a guy we want to get,'" Popovich said. "He has been near the top of our list for a few years now."

But Maggette was at the very top. No sense in rewriting history.

"If Corey Maggette had accepted our offer," Popovich said, "Roger Mason wouldn't be here."

[sexinthatsx]

Given Corey's situation (nearing 30 years old), it made perfect sense for the spurs to go after a prime player who wants to win a championship. While some of you guys contend that Corey made his decision based on the fact that he thought he had legitimate chance at a championship being on the warriors is BS. Obviously, when it boils down to it every player goes after what they value: glory or money (Tiago in Splitter). Nevertheless, I still think that Corey would have helped A LOT on the spurs not because of his offensive ability, but moreso the ability to get to the foul line at will, set the tone and close out games.

[wisnub]

But Maggette is just kind of person who is money-first. Besides, Maggette is still pretty young so it's not time for him to dedicate money for a ring.

Malone gave up hign salary offered by utah, walking to LA to make up the so-called big four with the lakers, just for a ring. However, even though they beated the spurs in the quarter final, they were demolished by the pistons 1-4. Afterwards, Shaq swam to Miami while Malone retired regretully. Payton was pretty lucky compared to Malone because he was lucky enough to realize his dream with shaq in Miami. Corey may follow their steps in several years but not now.

On principle, we can still sign him anyway at the same prize the warriors offered him if Spur's boss is willing to pay the Luxury Tax. but the money in his pocket is so little that he can't afford even one penney of Luxury tax.

How I wish Mark Cuban will one day buy up all the stocks of the spurs team.

I am happy with Mason..previously I said: is that all we can get?? but judging from how Mason and Hill played, and surprisingly the rise of garbage truck Matt Bonner into deadly weapon with red hair;make me believe in this team that Spurs is back on what they're supposed to be: Championship Material. I still looking forward to see Ian played...he should make Spurs better team.

But I hope Spurs owner is willing to commit more money for this team, I know smart spending is the way to go..but in order to get right star caliber player, one must spend more than the budget..that way championship can be locked for sure. Putting additional serious firepower WILL make a team INVINCIBLE. Boston did it and i think its about time that Spurs assured their championship with addition serious firepower which willing to increase his defense. Adding star caliber player is necessary, Boston is the example: one year they look extremely terrible and disgusting and the other year suddenly they become champion and destroying the opponent in NBA FInals. Coach is the same guy,but the players are totally different entirely (dont count scrubs). Whoever think Doc = genius coach is complete idiot, just check his record one year before Big 3 formed..players are the one who make a difference in this case: KG really boost everbodys morale,tellin people what to do and even Ray got pissed one time. Spurs is always an intelligent and well mannered team, i think it is ok to sometimes being a little bit loud and show some aggresiveness as long as they dont degrade themselves to the levels of thugs

[Spurtacus]

Dear Corey,

Shame on you.

Sincerely,
Spurstalk

[Taking it to the Hole]

Either way you slice it...no one can dispute that RMJ is having the best season of his career and CM is stinking it up in GS. I wanted Maggette here like a lot of people, but I knew he was a one dimensional player. RMJ is a threat to slash and score as well as popping the jumper.I would be willing to say that Roger Mason Jr. is the better player among the two.