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He is not going to be traded. Worst case scenario is that he is not re-signed, but that is also unlikely.
I just read an article on Ole where he said that there is chance that he could be traded.
If he is traded, where do you think he'll be going?
He is not going to be traded. Worst case scenario is that he is not re-signed, but that is also unlikely.
This is from ESPN, so take it for what it's worth.
http://myespn.go.com/blogs/truehoop/...-Ginobili.html
Now Entering a Contract Year: Manu Ginobili
June 9, 2009 10:19 AM
One of my favorite moments of "Kobe Doin' Work" is when the camera catches Manu Ginobili sitting on the San Antonio bench, injured, and Bryant says: "That's a bad boy, right there."
That's respect.
The Spurs' stellar guard, who turns 32 next month, has been beset by injuries, and is entering the final year of his contract. There have been reports that the team was miffed by his dedication to his Argentine national team, especially for the 2008 Olympics where he was injured in the semi-finals.
When healthy, stars of Ginobili's stature seldom change teams, but when Ginobili arrived in Argentina recently, he held a press conference, and based on his comments there, it's hard to make the case that he's feeling secure about his status with the Spurs' organization.
Andres Pando quotes Ginobili the Argentine sports daily Ole (translated by ESPNDeportes.com):
"In San Antonio they have not sat down with me to discuss an extension. I have a year to go on my current contract. I do not know what they want to do. I will wait and will continue to play. Contract talks were suspended after the Olympics," he notes.
The trip to Beijing had no lasting consequence on his relationship with the team: "I know the owner was not happy. But they did not mention a word to me. [Coach] Popovich understands my position. He said he would have done the same thing as I did. I do not think there is anything broken between us. I would prefer to stay in San Antonio for the rest of my career. But, if anything has to change, I will grab my bags and go elsewhere."
Julian Mozo, NBA reporter from Ole, quotes Ginobili on the potential for a trade:
"A year ago I thought this would be impossible and today I believe there is a chance, it could happen ... This year is very strategic, with teams clearing their payrolls so they can sign free agents in 2010 and perhaps some teams would rather trade you than lose you and remain empty-handed."
It will also be up to the Spurs if Manu can continue playing with them. "Change is inevitable on a team, but you do not have to change everything. I believe that if we are all healthy, we can contend," he analyzed. And he confirmed this when he described his ideal teammates: "I want those who know how to play by my side ... I would rather have them be experienced and have a high basketball IQ, even if they are a step slower."
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.... Manu is going home to Argentina. He's going to rest, rehabilitate, and get healthy for another season with the San Antonio Spurs.
to a new season with the Spurs to show everyone he is not done...ever heard of getting your second wind
Sure have, it happened with wade, here's to Manu giving us sum redemption and puttin the naysayers in their place!
There's always a "chance"... its the NBA, where anything can "happen." However, I don't see our front office trading away one of the most popular players in franchise history. When's the last time we did that... uhhem, sorry Sean (at least we brought you back).
In that article, Manu is talking mostly about renewing his contract rather than being traded.
I wonder how ST feels about this statement.
As much as Pop is perceived as a hardass and a screamer that might not always be so easy to play for, it's things like this that make his players love and respect him.
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Manu has always understood how it works. When Rasho got traded, he said that he knew full well that the day might come when the Spurs would trade him. And pissing off Holt is a good way to have it happen.
Ginobili knows what's up. He understands it's a business and businesses want to protect their assets and cut their liabilities.
Hopefully as Popovich understood Ginobili's position, Ginobili will understand Peter Holt's decision if it should be that they part ways.
Pop is a coach and knows how to manage his players. Manu is still his player, so Manu has to know Pop has his back.
It is like when a parent does not agree with something you do, but they support you and ask questions later.
[QUOTE"I want those who know how to play by my side ... I would rather have them be experienced and have a high basketball IQ, even if they are a step slower."[/QUOTE]
The Spurs credo.
I'm only mildly surprised that KBP hasn't come into this thread to announce that Manu will sign in Greece.
He's obviously referring to Oberto.
or Scola like he originally said that he would like to joinHe's obviously referring to Oberto.
2 weeks for $127 billion.
Yup. 3,4 million euro net salary + maid, butler, boat and sex slaves (male or female, depends on taste). That's like 127 billion US dollars per season.
And if he scores 18 pts, 5 rebs and 4 assists, that's like 43 pts, 9 rebs and 12 assists in NBA.
Just for those of you that don't know what he's talking aboutOne of my favorite moments of "Kobe Doin' Work" is when the camera catches Manu Ginobili sitting on the San Antonio bench, injured, and Bryant says: "That's a bad boy, right there."
5:20 mark
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I believe that the Spurs FO will see what he does this upcoming season. If he is still fighting injuries and not contributing then I would not be surprised to see him traded before the season is up...
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At the 6:00 mark when they introduce Gasol; Kobe says "I think that was a pretty good trade" and then laughs... he knows that the trade was BS...
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