Spurs pursuing Kenyon Martin

[PDXSpursFan]

If the Spurs get Martin, he'll take PT from Splitter. Bonner will keep his minutes

[lefty]

this is almost as bad as the Dwight thread.

balla gonna sign with LA, MIA or NY

This


lol San Antonio

lol hole

[Robz4000]

While I don't see any way that Martin will sign with the Spurs, I have to say that him signing with the Clippers makes absolutely no sense. I'm sure he's heard of a young kid named Blake Griffin. I just don't see where he would play there.

For that matter, I don't see where Miami or the Fakers would make sense either, with Chris Bosh and Pau Gasol manning the PF positions with those respective clubs.

Meanwhile, the Spurs could give him an instant starting job alongside a future Hall-of-famer and the chance to go deep into the playoffs. However, I still don't see him choosing the Spurs over the other teams.

With the emergence of the Lakers in the mix for Martin, I'm starting to think they're close to dealing Bynum+Pau for Dwight. Also heard rumors that they're gonna try for Aaron Brooks, so trading Pau for a couple players (PG, depth) is seeming to be less likely.

[SenorSpur]

Witht he mergence of the Lakers in the mix for Martin, I'm starting to think they're close to dealing Bynum+Pau for Dwight. Also heard rumors that they're gonna try for Aaron Brooks, so trading Pau for a couple players (PG, depth) is seeming to be less likely.

That would make sense. However if K-Mart is going to make his decision by this weekend, it's quite possible that Howard may not be dealt by then.

[Kindergarten Cop]

Witht he mergence of the Lakers in the mix for Martin, I'm starting to think they're close to dealing Bynum+Pau for Dwight. Also heard rumors that they're gonna try for Aaron Brooks, so trading Pau for a couple players (PG, depth) is seeming to be less likely.

IMHO, Bynum and Pau > Dwight and K-Mart. I don't see how this move actually helps the Lakers get closer to a championship.

[8FOR!3]

I am talking about CITIES....

I am pointing out that if you already have millions...you look at which city you will be spending your time, your youth and your money on....

NY,LA & Miami have a lot of things that $$ can buy and let's face it...they ALL are much more happening than sleepy San Antonio...not hating on SA just being realistic....

If you have millions...you can definitely see yourself in a nice modern "Architectural Digest" type home overlooking the ocean....and your wife/kids going to the best school/places that money can buy, etc....

Instead of being "stranded" in the san antonio desert just to be playing behind Matt in' Bonner (sorry-couldn't resist a little Bonner-bashing )...

Be realistic...and honest.

Texas has great public schools. I'm sure his wife/kids would be fine living in the Dominion, it's a solid place to raise a family. I could see New York being a desirable place to live though. I guess I understand why some people like LA, but who the really wants to live in Miami? What the is in Miami? ty shady ass clubs, and Pitbull.

[Obstructed_View]

The Spurs might have a real shot at Martin, except that he's likely going to ask them to guarantee him a starting spot, which they won't do.

[EricD]

What's sad is Splitter would probably be the odd man out if Spurs did sign Martin.

[Robz4000]

That would make sense. However if K-Mart is going to make his decision by this weekend, it's quite possible that Howard may not be dealt by then.

Yep, no way Orlando trades Howard until after the All-Star game. Keep in mind, though, that K-Mart can't sign until the end of February or so. The ASG will of been played about then, and a trade is most likely to happen around then. This will give them a chance to see if the team improves. If they do, they might back out of the D12 sweepstakes and stick to their current big-men. If not, they'll deal Bynum and Pau and try with a big-man rotation of D12/KMart/McRoberts/Murphy. For the Lakers it's championship or bust, they can find a way to survive dealing Bynum and Pau for a situation less favorable should Dwight and KMart not work out, most likely through another BS trade or signing Dwill.

[Kindergarten Cop]

Yep, no way Orlando trades Howard until after the All-Star game. Keep in mind, though, that K-Mart can't sign until the end of February or so. The ASG will of been played about then, and a trade is most likely to happen around then.

I'm pretty sure he can sign on February 16th (when the Xinjiang Guanghui Flying Tigers finish their season). The NBA All-Star game is 10 days after that.

[Robz4000]

I'm pretty sure he can sign on February 16th (when the Xinjiang Guanghui Flying Tigers finish their season). The NBA All-Star game is 10 days after that.

Yep, you're right. Still though, I wouldn't be surprised if the Lakers/Orlando come to an agreement all but officially before then. The next few weeks for the Lakers and Magic will determine it all.

[Wild Cobra Kai]

I'm pretty sure he can sign on February 16th (when the Xinjiang Guanghui Flying Tigers finish their season). The NBA All-Star game is 10 days after that.

That's the earliest date that his team's season could be over. It could be later.

[dbestpro]

Pop will tell him the truth. 15-25 mpg depending on the matchup. Another team will promise him 30, he'll sign and end up playing 10. Reminds me of the Our Gang reruns. "They'll never learn."

[silverblk mystix]

Texas has great public schools. I'm sure his wife/kids would be fine living in the Dominion, it's a solid place to raise a family. I could see New York being a desirable place to live though. I guess I understand why some people like LA, but who the really wants to live in Miami? What the is in Miami? ty shady ass clubs, and Pitbull.

You're kidding right? Trolling?

Miami has the ocean and a load of hot mulatta's running around the place...

It's not like a multi-millionaire family is going to move into the ghetto....they will find the upscale communities and there are some beautiful spots near the ocean that will give you a very nice vibe....

[DesignatedT]

Heat-If he wants to win and willing to take less $
Clippers- If he wants the $, big city and fame
Spurs - If we wants playing time and no bull . Sometimes veterans like this get tired of all the bs and appreciate the Spurs FO who will tell it like it is.

[Wild Cobra Kai]

we need a big that can fit in like a glove. Kaman comes to mind, Camby if he had been healthy

Kaman and Tim can't play together, as neither is mobile enough to check quick hybrid 4s.

[Kindergarten Cop]

That's the earliest date that his team's season could be over. It could be later.

You are correct that it could be later, if his team were to make the playoffs. As it stands, they are currently out of playoff position but have 5 of their 7 remaining games at home (where they are actually very good). The team that signs him may have to wait to get him on the court, but if the reports hold true we will know in a few days who he intends on signing with.

[TD 21]

So, because YOU haven't heard anything, it automatically means they aren't reaching out. Got it.

ChumpDumper, is that you?

No, because it's 2012 and damn near everything get's reported. I don't care how secretive the Spurs are, this isn't ten years ago or even five. If they were pursuing him to the extent they should be, I'm sure one of the more connected people would have found out. Just like they found out that they wanted to amnesty Jefferson -- if they could sign a suitable replacement --, that Butler was their top target in free agency, that they were offering Hill two years, etc.

SenorSpur, Martin to the Clippers makes sense. Unless they play the Lakers or Grizzlies in the playoffs, I'm sure their plan is to close games with Martin playing center, because Jordan is an offensive liability, in addition to being a foul machine.

[Russo21]

Hope Martin decides to sign with san antonio, that'd be huge for us.

Other more desirable teams have shown interest, but what's in the Spurs favour is that Martin is from Texas. So if the dude wants to play in and move back to his home state now is his chance.

[Wild Cobra Kai]

ChumpDumper, is that you?

No, because it's 2012 and damn near everything get's reported. I don't care how secretive the Spurs are, this isn't ten years ago or even five. If they were pursuing him to the extent they should be, I'm sure one of the more connected people would have found out. Just like they found out that they wanted to amnesty Jefferson -- if they could sign a suitable replacement --, that Butler was their top target in free agency, that they were offering Hill two years, etc.

SenorSpur, Martin to the Clippers makes sense. Unless they play the Lakers or Grizzlies in the playoffs, I'm sure their plan is to close games with Martin playing center, because Jordan is an offensive liability, in addition to being a foul machine.

The Miami Heat, San Antonio Spurs, Los Angeles Clippers, Atlanta Hawks and New York Knicks are pursuing free-agent forward Kenyon Martin, according to league sources.
story HERE

[ace3g]

ESPNSteinLine Marc Stein
Sources say NBA teams notified Thursday that Kenyon Martin is officially an unrestricted free agent and clear to sign w/NBA team when ready

ESPNSteinLine Marc Stein
My man @Chris_Broussard reported FRI that Heat/Spurs/Clips/Hawks/Knicks all after K-Mart. LA Times reports today Clips "like their chances"

ESPNSteinLine Marc Stein
From what I'm hearing: West teams have edge with K-Mart because minutes/role are his priorities and he knows West has lots of 4s to check

[spectator]

ESPNSteinLine Marc Stein
From what I'm hearing: West teams have edge with K-Mart because minutes/role are his priorities and he knows West has lots of 4s to check

is he talking about the Spurs with regard to having the edge? i do not see many minutes coming from the clippers, with griffin beasting like young-deer duncan.

the spurs are the only team on that list without a starting PF. the others have bosh, amare, griffin, jsmith; and martin knows he is not taking minutes away from those guys.

[ace3g]

ESPNSteinLine Marc Stein
K-Mart's clearance to return to NBA comes roughly two weeks earlier than expected. So it would appear his next stop will be sorted soon

WojYahooNBA Adrian Wojnarowski
After China failed to respond to request for Letter of Clearance for Kenyon Martin, FIBA made surprising decision to grant it, sources say.

WojYahooNBA Adrian Wojnarowski
Belief was China wouldn't issue OK to let KMart play in NBA until Chinese season was done; FIBA ruled it OK in last 24 hours, sources say.

[Manu20]

IF the spurs can get Kmart..IMO Blair would be the odd man out.

[ace3g]

WojYahooNBA Adrian Wojnarowski
Kenyon Martin is on visit to Atlanta today, intrigued w/ significant role he could play w/ Hawks, sources say. Clips, Heat high on list too.

WojYahooNBA Adrian Wojnarowski
Because of FIBA clearance, KMart selection process will move faster, sources say. Scenario: Weekend decision, physical w/ team on Monday.