Simmons waived; Quinn signed

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Also, those calling for Jerrells, the Spurs have spent a lot of time with Curtis and they know what he brings to the table, either they feel its not enough or they want to try out some others before having to commit to him or temple.

Or they can't sign him for 30 days because they traded him.

[ohmwrecker]

He's no Tim Tebow.

tee hee!




I've obviously been spending far too much time in the NBA forum.

[ChumpDumper]

Or they can't sign him for 30 days because they traded him.

Kind of explains why he hasn't signed anywhere else -- even the Toros.

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Temple was apparently supposed to be the defacto backup point guard (hence letting go of Jerrels). I think it would be more factual to say he's the one who is not living up to expectations and is in need of a reality check.

I think they knew Hill was more of a combo guard a long time ago, like two years ago.

Unless I'm mistaken, and Hill isn't the first guard off the bench subbing for Parker, I'm gonna have to disagree with you there.

[DesignatedT]

Or they can't sign him for 30 days because they traded him.

A couple of weeks i believe now correct? but yeah, i guess you might as well try someone else out while you are waiting for that, if that's the case.

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Kind of explains why he hasn't signed anywhere else -- even the Toros.

Does the 30 day thing apply to D-league affiliates too?

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A couple of weeks i believe now correct? but yeah, i guess you might as well try someone else out while you are waiting for that, if that's the case.

We'll have to see how abysmal Quinn's defense is. Maybe we can get Shaq to leave some insulting messages on his voicemail to get him going.

[DesignatedT]

[yavozerb]

I have no problem with the release of simmons since all he was playing was the 4. I believe it was OV who indicated that with bonner coming back and Tiago also healthy, the 4 spot is no longer a need on this team, i agree with this take. I also agree that the pg spot on this roster is weak without Hill in the mix and needed to be deepend a bit. I have not seen Quinn play enough to say he is a good or bad signing, but if he can stretch the floor with his 3 pt shooting I am all for him. With the frontcourt being strengthend with Tiago and Tim playing well, 3 pt shooters are very important for this team to do well this season and I think well determine how deep in the playoffs they can go.

[ChumpDumper]

Does the 30 day thing apply to D-league affiliates too?

No. The player actually signs the contract with the league itself. If the Toros still have rights to him, they would have first shot at him.

[SenorSpur]

Spurs are even thinner than before at the SF spot, I hope Spurs will do something to solve that.

^this

[SenorSpur]

I hope they finally had to face the reality that Hill isn't a point guard.

Which is why I believe he is more of a luxury on this roster, than a need.

[Brazil]

What's to be puzzled about? The spurs need a point guard. Temple has stunk Hill is hurt. Jerrels is an undersized SG and if they wanted him or thought he could handle it he wouldve been resigned.

I'm puzzled because if I followed well Hill is our back up PG (btw some fans here thought we could get rid of parker because we had hill the saviour), as others stated this signing could mean Hill injury is more serious than expected.

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No. The player actually signs the contract with the league itself. If the Toros still have rights to him, they would have first shot at him.

Yeah, then we're in agreement. He's likely biding his time waiting to come back to the Spurs.

[yavozerb]

Spurs are even thinner than before at the SF spot, I hope Spurs will do something to solve that.

They are no more thinner than before waiving Simmons cause he could not play the 3 any longer. Simmons was strictly a 4 at this point in his career. The pg spot was weaker than the 3 spot right now I believe.

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I'm puzzled because if I followed well Hill is our back up PG (btw some fans here thought we could get rid of parker because we had hill the saviour), as others stated this signing could mean Hill injury is more serious than expected.

I can only speak for myself. I never thought Hill was an adequate backup point guard, let alone a starter. If he's out for another week and Tony Parker gets hurt the Spurs are screwed because they'd be starting Gary Neal at point guard. All that said, I wouldn't get rid of Hill, particularly with how much the Spurs like three guard lineups.

[Blackjack]

They are no more thinner than before waiving Simmons cause he could not play the 3 any longer. Simmons was strictly a 4 at this point in his career. The pg spot was weaker than the 3 spot right now I believe.

Pretty much, and I'm with Chump on Patrick Ewing Jr.

They obviously had some kind of desire or intrigue with Gist and having some kind of 3/4 tweener. I think Jr. brings great energy, athleticism and a decent enough upside for that particular role to give a look-see.

[ivanfromwestwood]

back to Quin, does he have any play making abilities and can he PnR?

[duncan228]

Bench shuffle: Chris Quinn in, Bobby Simmons out
by jmcdonald

...“It’s early in the season, and we had an opportunity to take a look at another player,” coach Gregg Popovich said. “Chris is somebody we think is a real good professional and a real good shooter. We’re just bringing him in. We’ll see how it works out.”

http://blog.mysanantonio.com/spursna...y-simmons-out/

[Blackjack]

back to Quin, does he have any play making abilities and can he PnR?

Yes. He's actually a pretty clever pick-and-roll player. About as good a 3-point shooter as you'll find when he's given the opportunity and he really is a tough little son .

His problems won't be on the offensive end.

[Blackjack]

http://blog.mysanantonio.com/spursna...y-simmons-out/

So it's an early season flier. No more, no less.

Good news. Indy's injury doesn't appear to be anything serious and Quinn's a decent player to look at for the time being -- Simmons just wasn't.

[024]

meh, waiving simmons and bringing in a steady backup PG is a no brainer. especially with hill injured and temple failing under the pressure of the NBA.

[ivanfromwestwood]

Yes. He's actually a pretty clever pick-and-roll player. About as good a 3-point shooter as you'll find when he's given the opportunity and he really is a tough little son .

His problems won't be on the offensive end.

nice. i dont mind giving this kid a look as long as it doesn't cut into Neals mins.

[Spurs Brazil]

Do you think Gee is safe now?

I think Quin will be gone in 2 weeks. Temple will have to suck even more to lost this battle

[ChumpDumper]

Do you think Gee is safe now?

Until they have to start paying him more at least. Hopefully he gets Simmons' minutes.

I think Quin will be gone in 2 weeks. Temple will have to suck even more to lost this battle

Probably. I think the plan was to assign Temple to Austin anyway. Their camp starts next week.

For those nervous about big man injuries, I really wouldn't be too concerned as long as Cousin is still on the Toros.