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Except that Anderson is already probably a better defender now, than Finley ever was. Meanwhile, Finley was a more explosive rim-attacker in his younger days, than Anderson is now.
Splitter is not going to be a big difference maker this year. We're going to exploit matchups, if we play the Lakers and are up against a significant mismatch at Center, we're going to go small and/or use Bonner to open it up.
Splitter will be a liability against the Lakers this year, they're bigs are just much better.
Except that Anderson is already probably a better defender now, than Finley ever was. Meanwhile, Finley was a more explosive rim-attacker in his younger days, than Anderson is now.
Just wait and see when teams start going into playoff mode. It wont be so easy for the Spurs when teams are taking away the spurs offencive game.
Spurs are great offensively but they do need alot of work on their team defence, and I still think they are lacking a consistent enough lock-down defender. That is also keeping in mind if Splitter gets more involved in the system then just being Duncan's back up, or else they will still be lacking a big man.
I think this team may not be one of the best teams the Spur's have had but it's definitely the most intriguing.
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If Splitter is not a difference maker , the Spurs have no chance against the Lakers.And if Bonner is the secret weapon to open things up the Spurs are really screwed.Have you watched much basketball? Spliiter will make a difference , the question is will it be enough. And Bonner, well I am not a hater , but if he is a part of any plan to beat the Lakers we are screwed.You can not count on consistent performance from him.
we need another scorer off the bench because LA has Shannon Brown and Barnes. Hill is as good as both of those guys, or at least holds his own, but Neal does not, at least right now. maybe JA is the guy.
In 2003 I thought we were one player short, I thought that right up until we beat the Lakers. I think we are one player short again this year. Hopefully this is a good sign.
so what's the status of anderson anyway? how long has he been out so far, and when's the time frame for coming back... January?
they may be able to get by without one more player if they can get anderson back healthy, splitter develops and hill continues to get better and blair does not continue this troubling downspin.
Spurs will have to be 100% on their game to beat the Lakers. The Lakers obviously have weaknesses, but they always find a way to beat you with length and great passing. Bynum is the biggest question for the Lakers, but its the same with Splitter and the Spurs. With out Splitter being an integral part, Spurs will have no chance vs a healthy Lakers/Celtics and now the Mavs.
Anderson is the solution that David Aldridge is referring to. But believe it or not, he took a major step back with his hamstring injury and now his foot. We can only hope for the best...
Spurs seem more than deep enough IMO. Let Splitter get more acclimated and if his minutes start hitting the 25-30 minute mark come the 2nd half of the season than we have plenty of guys in the front court rotation who can play good minutes. Anderson injury is what is hurting most but if Neal and Hill can keep picking the slack up offensively off the bench and Udoka can give solid defensive spot minutes than once Anderson comes back he could hopefully be integrated with ease.
No chance in the overrated spurts can challenge the lakers...
Like with all high mileage players it'll be interesting to see how Kobe looks come playoffs time. To me Kobe's health is much more important than anyone else on the Lakers team with the exception of Gasol, however Kobe is the one coming off surgery in the offseason and has many more miles on his body and doesn't really look 100% nowadays.
As long as the Spurs are healthy they've got a shot at anyone in the league but they won't and shouldn't be favored against the likes of the Lakers and Celtics since they've been the two best teams (when healthy) ever since the Spurs last championship circa 2007.
the spurts will not smell the finals ever again, keep riding your empty world es...
last i heard he was still using crutches and no timetable has been given so it would seem that mid january is still the mark they are shooting for.
but as has been mentioned the injury he has is one that often sees setbacks so i am sure they will be very cautious before getting him out there.
spurs medical staff is one of the best though.
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Calling the ghosts of one Robert Horry and one Bruce Bowen.......
I still think the Spurs are going to need to make stops at some point in the playoffs. This offensive pace won't continue unfortunately. That problem reared it's ugly head against Dallas on Friday night.
The problem, or question is, will the Spurs make a trade? I don't see some street free agent out there who can put the Spurs over the top. Its been awhile since the Spurs have made a significant trade during the season. Another question would be, what are the Spurs willing to give up. 1st round pick, one of their young players like Hill, Blair, Splitter, etc...? As good as the Spurs are playing right now, I really believe they will continue to improve, once Splitter, and hopefully Anderson, become more of a factor for the Spurs. So I don't necessairly believe that the Spurs need one more player to put them over the top.
The chances of the Spurs winning a le are still relatively slim IMO, but it doesn't have anything to do with acquiring another player..there's no possible player that the Spurs could realistically acquire that would put them over the top..let's say a guy like Tayshaun Prince gets bought out for some reason, obviously the Spurs should pursue, but he wouldn't put them over the top..nobody will..
The Spurs have 2 players that can complete the roster, Splitter and Anderson..from the few weeks we saw Anderson, he showed me a lot of good..it's an underrated blow to the Spurs that hasn't gone noticed due to the winning, but he has to play a role for the Spurs in the playoffs IMO..Neal is too inconsistent and shouldn't be used for more than 5-10 MPG, Anderson is an ideal wing to bring some athleticism and youth, mixed with some shooting..
Splitter has already shown flashes, but it's going to be tough without the minutes..while I criticize Pop as much as the next guy, he did say Splitter would see more PT as the season goes along, and I'll believe him..Splitter over Bonner and Blair is obviously vital for the Spurs..
Splitter is that player. Unless he plays up to his potential, the Spurs will not win a le. If he can be a semi-dominant defensive force and rebound the basketball well, as well as attain (theat is, earn from Pop) 20+ minutes per game, the Spurs are a contender, and a formidable one at that.
Lucky for us, that player might be on our roster (Splitter or Blair if he takes his head out of his arse) and we have the assets to bring another if both fail. (Blair)
Players i would like to trade Blair for are:
DeAndre Jordan
Robin Lopez
Derrick Favors
Carl Landry
Jordan Hill
I don´t think any of those are aquireable as of now, but many might be available soon.
There is always talk of getting a defensive SF. There might be one available and is considered by many players as the best defensive SF in the game right now. So, the question is would you trade Blair for.......................
Luc Richard Mbah a Moute, SF
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Re: Spurs One Player Short?
There is always talk of getting a defensive SF. There might be one available and is considered by many players as the best defensive SF in the game right now. So, the question is would you trade Blair for.......................
Luc Richard Mbah a Moute, SF
He can defend and play both positions (SF-PF), seems smart on both sides of the court and is the kind of player that would adjust great to his off the bench role.
I would also trade Blair for Delfino who is also playing very good defense, but can only defend SF´s.
Where did you get that Mbah a Moute was available?
spurs have very little wiggle room for a trade. first, they are barely under the luxury tax line. second, they don't have a nice chunk of expiring contract. lastly, the spurs have assets (blair, anderson, neal, hill) but each of them earn so little that the spurs can only yield another young player in return. those people are usually unproven and would likely not improve the spurs.
spurs are pretty much stuck with what they have unless they strike gold in some veteran getting bought out and agreeing to sign with the spurs for the minimum. lets hope that veteran is shane battier.
Luc Richard Mbah a Moute, 6-8, SF-PF
Salary 857k
1 year remaining (expiring)
DeJuan Blair, 6-7, PF-C
Salary 910k
3 years
It can be done Straight up.
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