Former Spur: Tiago Splitter

[Gino2882]

I really do not think he was referring to Splitter. We all know all the problems and limitations with the payscale.

I believe he was simply referring to James Gist.

[Blackjack]

Actually, with Splitter likely waiting until next year and our immediate frontcourt need, I thought of Javtokas. Even if Spurs paid more than they'd like to, he'd still be cheaper than a lot of big man options currently available. Not certain if those bridges are thoroughly burned though.

I brought him up when we were getting wind of the trade but I'm not sure if there's been any bridges burned or interest on the Spurs' part.

I'd personally like to see him get a shot. He really impressed me going up against the Redeem Team and his game actually seemed more suitable for the NBA.

[bigdog]

I brought him up when we were getting wind of the trade but I'm not sure if there's been any bridges burned or interest on the Spurs' part.

I'd personally like to see him get a shot. He really impressed me going up against the Redeem Team and his game actually seemed more suitable for the NBA.

I also liked his play in the Olympics against team USA. He seemed like he belonged with that NBA group of players.

[Mark in Austin]

With the way RC talked in the post-RJ trade video, could he possibly have been referring to Splitter when he talked about bringing over some of the overseas guys? The RJ trade would make even more sense if the Spurs found out that Splitter was ready to cross the pond.

If you can't get McDyess, going with Splitter, Mahinmi and a random vet big (Rasho-type player) might actually be enough.

It would be nice, but I think the more likely candidate is Gist. After learning about the loophole that would allow Splitter to bypass the rookie wage scale next summer (and thus allow him to sign for enough to afford the buyout), I doubt he comes over now unless Tau has some financial issues.

[Bruno]

Tau is in full rebuilding mode.
They have lost their starting, PG, SG and SF (Prigioni, Rakocevic and Pete Mickael). Teletovic (their best big aside Splitter) is also rumored to be on his way out.
They are building a team for the future with young players. If Splitter is set to leave the team in 2010, it makes few sense for Tau to keep him and his big salary in 09-10.

I'm a little looking at Tau forums and Spanish articles about Splitter since the end of his season. I have seen almost nothing hinting that he will leave or that he will stay. I've only read a rumor of him going to the NBA on the ACB forum ( link ).

[velik_m]

Tau is in full rebuilding mode.
They have lost their starting, PG, SG and SF (Prigioni, Rakocevic and Pete Mickael). Teletovic (their best big aside Splitter) is also rumored to be on his way out.
They are building a team for the future with young players. If Splitter is set to leave the team in 2010, it makes few sense for Tau to keep him and his big salary in 09-10.

I'm a little looking at Tau forums and Spanish articles about Splitter since the end of his season. I have seen almost nothing hinting that he will leave or that he will stay. I've only read a rumor of him going to the NBA on the ACB forum ( link ).

Yeah it looks like Tau is revamping their team completely. It's possible the spurs had a deal with Splitter, before this trade went down. Lets just hope it's not another case of

[Kill_Bill_Pana]

Tau is in full rebuilding mode.
They have lost their starting, PG, SG and SF (Prigioni, Rakocevic and Pete Mickael). Teletovic (their best big aside Splitter) is also rumored to be on his way out.
They are building a team for the future with young players. If Splitter is set to leave the team in 2010, it makes few sense for Tau to keep him and his big salary in 09-10.

I'm a little looking at Tau forums and Spanish articles about Splitter since the end of his season. I have seen almost nothing hinting that he will leave or that he will stay. I've only read a rumor of him going to the NBA on the ACB forum ( link ).

Why do you always do this to fans here? You are a damn asshole!

1. They signed Eliyahu to MORE money than Rakocevic left for.

2. They added Tripkovic to replace Rakocevic.

3. Prigioni asked to leave.

4. They are about to sign Lakovic to replace Prigioni. Lakovic makes way more money than Prigioni did.


You should be pinked for your endless attempts to confuse every damn Spurs fan here about what TAU is doing. You are out of control and it never stops. Everyone just ing don't listen to his bull .

[mountainballer]

Why do you always do this to fans here? You are a damn asshole!

You should be pinked for your endless attempts to confuse every damn Spurs fan here about what TAU is doing. You are out of control and it never stops. Everyone just ing don't listen to his bull .

priceless!

KBP: "You talkin' to me? You talkin' to me? You talkin' to me? Then who the else are you talkin' to? You talkin' to me? Well I'm the only one here. Who the do you think you're talking to?"

[Obstructed_View]

Why do you always do this to fans here? You are a damn asshole!

1. They signed Eliyahu to MORE money than Rakocevic left for.

2. They added Tripkovic to replace Rakocevic.

3. Prigioni asked to leave.

4. They are about to sign Lakovic to replace Prigioni. Lakovic makes way more money than Prigioni did.


You should be pinked for your endless attempts to confuse every damn Spurs fan here about what TAU is doing. You are out of control and it never stops. Everyone just ing don't listen to his bull .

You are so stupid it boggles the mind. What in Bruno's post is untrue?

Whether a player is replaced or asks to leave, he's still gone.

If it's a foregone conclusion that Splitter is going to be in the NBA sooner or later, why bother paying him to stay if they're going young and rebuilding the team? Besides, if he's as overrated as you continue to say, why would they bother keeping him around while they're amassing all this talent?

[EricB]

You are so stupid it boggles the mind. What in Bruno's post is untrue?

Whether a player is replaced or asks to leave, he's still gone.

If it's a foregone conclusion that Splitter is going to be in the NBA sooner or later, why bother paying him to stay if they're going young and rebuilding the team? Besides, if he's as overrated as you continue to say, why would they bother keeping him around while they're amassing all this talent?

Damn, you hit that one off the damn bull.

[Marcus Bryant]

Yeah it looks like Tau is revamping their team completely. It's possible the spurs had a deal with Splitter, before this trade went down. Lets just hope it's not another case of

I'm sure the Spurs are offering Tau some $ now for a buyout versus next year when Splitter can walk with no compensation in return.

[Knoxxx]

It would be quite a coup to get Splitter on the '09 squad, let's hope the FO exhausts every option to make it happen! Anyone up on the salary situation as far as draft position and what we can pay, is that compe ive, and affordable for us?

[rayray2k8]

You sound jealous, KBP. Is that the case? Are you jealous of Bruno?
Sad man, you sound like a bitter 14 year old girl who just had her crush taken.

[ploto]

Splitter could go to a different Euro team.

[duncan228]

McDonald, tonight.

One player unlikely to be tapped to fill the frontcourt void this summer: Tiago Splitter. Spurs general manager R.C. Buford says he is approaching the offseason under the assumption Splitter will still be playing in Spain for at least one more season.

http://www.spurstalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=129560

[Mal]

Why do you always do this to fans here? You are a damn asshole!

1. They signed Eliyahu to MORE money than Rakocevic left for.

2. They added Tripkovic to replace Rakocevic.

3. Prigioni asked to leave.

4. They are about to sign Lakovic to replace Prigioni. Lakovic makes way more money than Prigioni did.


You should be pinked for your endless attempts to confuse every damn Spurs fan here about what TAU is doing. You are out of control and it never stops. Everyone just ing don't listen to his bull .

Just read.

Mickeal to Barcelona, Rakocevic to Stambul.

TAU didn`t sign 3 spanish players, which have chosen diffrent ACB clubs.

TAU signed 16 years old serbian player. Signed Eliahu.

TAU wants Prigioni to stay.

Very poor offseason.

[Obstructed_View]

I still hope the Spurs figure out a way to bring his ass over.

[kromediablo]

bring in splitter before he rots in euro like scola did. 5 yrs ago scola would have been sikk! the spurs roster is like a city job someone has to die before a position opens up!

[Manufan909]

I am thinking more along the lines of (sorry for misspellings) Javtokas and Gist. James had a solid season with his euro team and Javtokas would be a cheap pick up who showed some nice moves in the Olympics last year.

I know it's a Splitter thread, but what exactly did Javtokas do so well against the US Redeem Team? Besides the sick facial, that is.

[velik_m]

4. They are about to sign Lakovic to replace Prigioni. Lakovic makes way more money than Prigioni did.

Lakovic extended for 2 years with Barca. The negotiations were quick, since both parties wanted the extension.

You should be pinked for your endless attempts to confuse every damn Spurs fan here about what TAU is doing. You are out of control and it never stops. Everyone just ing don't listen to his bull .

Indeed.

[angelbelow]

no updates huh =p damn it.

[objective]

rumors on interbasket that Tau wants to loan out Stanko.

more cost-cutting?

[Kill_Bill_Pana]

rumors on interbasket that Tau wants to loan out Stanko.

more cost-cutting?

Yes because a 3rd string player that never plays is vitally important to the team. There is no cost cutting for a club that raised its budget for next year. I am starting to hope that Splitter never comes to the Spurs. The fans do not deserve him.

[ivanfromwestwood]

Yes because a 3rd string player that never plays is vitally important to the team. There is no cost cutting for a club that raised its budget for next year. I am starting to hope that Splitter never comes to the Spurs. The fans do not deserve him.

and i am starting to hope you catch your wiener in your zipper. "FRANKS AND BEANS"

[TheProfessor]

Yes because a 3rd string player that never plays is vitally important to the team. There is no cost cutting for a club that raised its budget for next year. I am starting to hope that Splitter never comes to the Spurs. The fans do not deserve him.

I'm at a loss as to why you were un-pinked. No one has ever deserved it more.