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That's pretty dead on. I think Rasho is probably the best fit but I'm not sure about the terms he left on. I know it was more a salary dump with his big contract, but was he pissed about beinf traded?
Mikki Moore
Pops Mensah-Bonsu
Someone else (please list)
I'm going with Pops because I don't think Rasho will be waived
That's pretty dead on. I think Rasho is probably the best fit but I'm not sure about the terms he left on. I know it was more a salary dump with his big contract, but was he pissed about beinf traded?
He's dunked some. Go the the rasho thread, there's a youtube with like 10 dunks... probably every dunk he had with the Spurs.
Cheikh Samb is a free agent now. He was released by the Clips on February 16.
I think he's worth a shot - Smith would probably be better because of the experience factor, but this guy defends the paint. We don't need him to score, but just play D
He especially seems to like blocking Laker shots.
Especially Bynum.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8zm8I1LL5-c
anybody can question his worth for the fact he was released by the Clippers, but I don't think he fit their system like he would ours. Detroit drafted him and he did well in the D-League before his jaw was broke. He's not as skinny as Ian and he seems to have a better awareness on D than him too.He especially seems to like blocking Laker shots.
Especially Bynum.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8zm8I1LL5-c
No doubt he's flawed but he's available. If we can't get Rasho (or even Smith) he might be worth a look.
I'm biased toward athleticism and activity, especially against a quick team like the Lakers.
Just turn him loose, I would say (but Pop always wants these guys to master the Spurs' mentally challenging defensive scheme.)
That's true, but that's also why I wouldn't be too down on picking this guy up. Hill hasn't necessarily picked up the system yet, but because he has raw talent and length he has been able to help our effort. I think the same would be true for Samb - his athleticism and length give us something we don't have now (TD not incl) and I'm not sure that we would get that much of it with Smith (definitely not Rasho.)
Umm....so what happened in 2008?
Sorry but i cant help but Lol @ Chiek Samb. Ian looks like Dwight Howard compared to him. He would have 3 fouls in 3 possessions trying to guard either Bynum or Gasol.
Since Rasho is still with a team, im going to have to go with Mikki Moore. I would take Joe Smith over Moore, but he would have to be bought out first.
Rasho would be number 1 though.
You didn't watch the video.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8zm8I1LL5-c
Your perception fools you - Samb is easily 245 and Ian probably isn't quite 235. He doesn't really get that many fouls. He can rebound and he can block shots - in fact he averages .06 blocks per game in 4.8 minutes vs. Smith's .07 blocks in 19.4 minutes per game. Blocks are not everything, but protecting the paint is something we really need help. I know our perimeter defense is bad, but look at our opponents shooting percentage and how much of that is attributed to our weak spot in the paint. Does Smith or Rasho really address that?
Who do you think will get moved easier in the low block, or scored on easier? I doubt Samb is 245. He may way a bit more than Ian, but hes also about 2 or 3 inches taller. Ian is easily the bulkier of the two.
Actually let me edit that pic thats way to big, and in defense to you it might be a little old since Amir is in the background with corn rows.
Ive seen that video many times. Nice block. It would take years for him to be able to play minutes at the NBA level, especially on a contender. he has too many other flaws in his game.
Hes put on some size thats for sure. No doubt hes a better shot blocker than Ian, but i still think Ian is currently better equiped to defend at the NBA level, he looks alot stronger, even through his legs, which use to be sticks. Plus Samb is 25 this year so its not like hes real young.
Hes interesting, but i cant see him being anything more than a 5-10 MPG guy for at least another year or two, on any team, let alone a contender.
of course he has flaws - that's why he's been traded and released, but what flaws does he have that keeps him from helping us?
I dont think he would be able to guard anyone in the post. He plays basketball because hes tall, so its tough to say what sort of IQ he would have, or if he could pick up any sets or get rotations right. And the Spurs would be playing 4-5 on Offense.
I just dont see his positive, being able to overcome all of his negatives to the point he can be a contributor. Maybe down the road he will be a player, but since we have Mahinmi, whos a far better player already, and 2 years younger, i dont see the need to sign another project.
No to Mikki Moore, I just don't think his game fits the Spurs.
Pops, too confusing. There is only room for one Pop on our team.
Seriously, I like Rasho if available. Like others have said he would slide right in.
Thing is - we don't have Ian this year and it isn't like Samb would replace him. I have to be honest - the only game I watched where Samb had significant minutes was against OKC and he did a pretty good job against Collison and Krstic. He'll get pushed around, but he has the length to alter or stop shots - kinda like Camby (nowhere near Camby's talent.)
New Rules: If you think Samb isn't physical enough, you are precluded from calling for Mikki Moore on the Spurs.
Mikki Moore is completely worthless IMO. Elson>>>>>>Moore.
Also, if you think Samb is too dumb, you are precluded from calling for Mikki Moore on the Spurs. Mikki Moore is dumber than a rock.
I agree he has some potential, and he could be a player down the road, hes shown glimpses. I just think the Spurs need someone who can contribute now, without all the flaws.
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