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Bonner costs $3.75M. It's safe to say that Splitter will cost some multiple of that figure. The Spurs like value, hence Bonner is here.
Flip him to Phoenix for Gortat in s`n`t.
Bonner costs $3.75M. It's safe to say that Splitter will cost some multiple of that figure. The Spurs like value, hence Bonner is here.
Even with his lousy performance in this playoff,i would still resign Splitter.But for 8 mil no way.I wouldn't give him more than 6.
The value of Splitter may actually be in a sign and trade. This opens up possiblites beyond signing free agents. As TD is nearing the end we are in need of a consistent scoring big.
But why would a team give up their consistently scoring big for Splitter?
Not sure what would have to happen for this to work since all of the players involved are RFAs, but I would love trading Neal/Splitter for Pekovic. No way Pek gets smothered at the rim by smaller players on a regular basis. Minni solves the Spurs' Neal problem (match an RFA offer or not) plus they get the outside shooting they lack and a serviceable big-man to play PnR with Rubio.
I still like my Chandler idea from a few weeks back (above); though, there is some debate whether it is possible under the new CBA.
I would love either one Chandler or Pekovic both players bring it and they play with passion which Splitter lacks. Would even throw in Bonner to get the deal done for Pekovic.
Could make the money work with Pekovic if Manu resigns cheap or retires quickly enough. Full season in the system = dramatic improvement over Tiago. Could then renounce Tiago's rights and go sign a bench guard with the midlevel. Jarrett Jack anyone (ugh)?
Sota will matchup any reasonable offer, and Spurs wont do anything reckless.
How much does this series play into re-signing Splitter?
The strange silver lining in the poor play of Tiago and Manu in these finals is that both have probably significantly lowered their salary expectations. If that means the Spurs can pick up one extra impact player... well, it could actually be a good thing.
The bad side is Tiago now has zero trade value and do we want Manu back?
Time to let him go.
He can't play for Pop, whatever the reasons.
If a player can't be part of an 8 man rotation in a Finals situation, he can't make more than the MLE. , he can't even justify the MLE.
Better to roll with the unknown and S&T or just renounce and use the capspace.
I would consider moving him. He was great in the WCF, so he still has a lot of value to the team. But he may get offered more than the Spurs should want to pay. It's going to be interesting to see how it plays out. It's possible they can sign-and-trade him for something truly good, but I imagine if the team has its druthers, he'll be back.
The much more pressing question is if Bonner will get moved during the draft. With the Spurs loss (and probably sealing of their window) they probably will try to see what they can get for his contract. If they keep him, it could mean that they have a plan to use cap space this off-season.
I think Tiago and Manu come back. I think Manu is signed to a 2 yr deal with the 2nd year either fully or partially unguaranteed. Tiago should now be cheaper and he'll be a better player next season.
Almost guys.... almost.
The most discouraging thing is that this is the second straight season that Tiago has disappeared/benched in rounds where the Spurs were eliminated. He's a great post defender and pick n roll player, but he couldn't trusted down the stretch in this series.
And all comes down to price. Around his QO, I`d take him. Aroung 10 mil, I`d let him go.
If any team is willing to overpay him, let him go. He showed in the playoffs that he is not ready for the big stages. But then the question that comes to my mind is, who could be a potential 7-footer to replace him?I don't know man, if the Spurs keep him, he should give them the discount for how he played vs Heat
Splitter playoffs stats: 6.1 pppg and 3.1 rpg in 20.4 mpg. His rebounding stats are just awful for a 7 footer. Even Bargnani is a better rebounder.
$8M per year should be the absolute most Spurs should give him.
I think I will never understand how a 7-footer can't grab more than 3 rebounds in 20 minutes...Splitter playoffs stats: 6.1 pppg and 3.1 rpg in 20.4 mpg. His rebounding stats are just awful for a 7 footer. Even Bargnani is a better rebounder.
$8M per year should be the absolute most Spurs should give him.
Don't see how he's worth that much to the Spurs, if they're serious about trying for another le.
It's been said over and over again. Splitter is soft.
During the regular season he's a solid big man, but come playoff time when the "nasty" level gets upped he just doesn't have it in him.
Ive never seen a 7 footer get rejected so many times by 6'6" guys.
Wouldnt mind him back but it better not be for 10-11 mil a year
Splitter may best suited for a sign and trade. The Spurs more than ever will need to shake things up.
I hope the Spurs look elsewhere, and let Splitter go.
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