Boris Diaw Buyout Complete (Update: Spurs Frontrunners)

[therealtruth]

Maybe he can be play center for the second unit and that will allow Splitter to start and play more minutes. Like Splitter you can run the offense through him on the block. Pop's claim was that he was giving Splitter as many minutes as possible was probably due to not wanting to play Blair and Bonner together. Diaw and Bonner/Blair might be passable.

On the other hand Pop could use him to squeeze Splitter out of the rotation like he did with Dice.

[jag]

Blair is always so focused and consistent, I can see how people would be worried about him losing minutes.

[Dex]

[lurker23]

A lot have been saying that the worst case is that Diaw doesn't work out and the Spurs go back to Blair/Bonner. While this is true to a point, the worst case is actually Drew Gooden. Getting 17 mpg and being a detriment to the team is worse than the status quo.

That said, as much as people have concerns about Diaw's conditioning, at ude, etc., one major thing he seems to have over Gooden is basketball IQ, which should make all the difference.

(Note: Not necessarily trying to compare Gooden/Diaw on skills, just on situations.)

Just to clarify, I'm all for making this move. I think Diaw will be a good fit offensively, much better than Gooden. Will be interesting to see how he fits in defensively. I just feel like playing devil's advocate sometimes.

[TheSkeptic]

Maybe he can be play center for the second unit and that will allow Splitter to start and play more minutes. Like Splitter you can run the offense through him on the block. Pop's claim was that he was giving Splitter as many minutes as possible was probably due to not wanting to play Blair and Bonner together. Diaw and Bonner/Blair might be passable.

On the other hand Pop could use him to squeeze Splitter out of the rotation like he did with Dice.

If that guaranteed the Spurs a better shot at a championship then I'd be all for it.

Since that would severely handicap us in the playoffs, however, Pop would have to be fired if he did that.

If he's developed properly, I think Splitter has the potential to be a force for the Spurs and at the very least he's a better option than Blair and Bonner against tough frontlines (or anyone really).

The coach doesn't have to win the games but he shouldn't be putting the team in a position to fail either. Tim and Manu deserve better towards the end of their careers and frankly so do the fans.

That being said, I like Diaw as an addition. Versatility, experience, poise in the playoffs...Assuming he's not terrible on defense,he could be a nice pick up if it means squeezing one of Blair/Bonner out of the rotation.

[Maddog]

Alright let's get someone staking out the airport...

[rascal]

This is the type of player the Spurs will get. Not a huge difference maker.

[slick'81]

This is the type of player the Spurs will get. Not a huge difference maker.

what else can u expect on late season buy outs?!?

[ace3g]

Again compared to JJ Hickson and Turiaf (yes they are taller, maybe better shotblockers); Diaw has the best chance to get minutes due to his experience (and reliable health wise).

[jag]

The haters are cracking me up. It's completely illogical and perplexing considering the Spurs wouldn't be giving up anything.

[Texas_Ranger]

This is the type of player the Spurs will get. Not a huge difference maker.

It sucks we can't get Dwight huh?

[TDMVPDPOY]

you add diaw no doubt about it, then having him on some contender going against us....we can always burry him at the end of the bench if it doesnt work out in the playoffs

[ThaBigFundamental21]

Dear God, please let him come to San Antonio. He would help us so much!!!

[Brazil]

I really hope I'm wrong and I'm going to eat some crows but even if we are going to love his passing skills we will also hate almost everything else in no time tbh... Pop is going to become nuts with him

Anyway I agree with DGPG, it's not like we have other choice.

[ace3g]

Sam Amick ‏ @sam_amick

Source says Portland has been awarded forward JJ Hickson from waivers. Golden State misses out.

[TimmehC]

edit: beat me to it ^

Portland just blocked the Warriors by picking up JJ Hickson. Makes it less likely they do the same with Diaw, tbh.

[slick'81]

Sam Amick ‏ @sam_amick

Source says Portland has been awarded forward JJ Hickson from waivers. Golden State misses out.

wow now i am nervous about diaw gst gets hosed nice pickup for por

[monkeypunk]

I'd worry about Boston picking up Diaw off of waivers as they are hurting for bigs...

[I. Hustle]

Is it possible that OKC waives Kevin Durant? I think he would be a decent fit with the San Antonio Spurs. What about Shaquille O'neal? Is he still playing?

[TVI]

So if Diaw means less Bonner and less Blair...

Is this addition by subtraction again?

[TimmehC]

I'd worry about Boston picking up Diaw off of waivers as they are hurting for bigs...

Pretty sure they can't do that, since they're over the cap.

[monkeypunk]

Pretty sure they can't do that, since they're over the cap.

Even better, merci!

[Spurtacus]

At first I was like

then I realized Spurs + frontrunners =

and Diaw is claimed by another team

[slick'81]

celtics apparently want hollins in the middle

[sehui]

At first I was like

then I realized Spurs + frontrunners =

and Diaw is claimed by another team

He got picked up by another team?