Official 2017 Offseason Thread

[DAF86]

Let every free agent go but Dedmon. Trade LA for the last pick in the 2035 draft and roll with the youth movement.

Murray, Green, Leonard, Bertans and Dedmon.

[spursistan]

LMA is gone imo. His body language and Pop going out of his way to avoid him cements that for me.

Pop with another subtle shot at him after benching his ass in the 4th quarter..Going to be an interesting off-season,..

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[GSH]

Otto Porter? Doubt we can afford him, but I would love that sign. I recall him in an interview saying he wanted to model his game after Kawhi. 23 yrs old.

Remember - without Pop and the Spurs' system, Kawhi would be Otto Porter. So if the real Otto Porter came to this system he'd be Michael Jordan.
(Sorry for those who don't remember that dumbass article earlier this year, that said Kawhi was basically Porter in a good system.)

Yes, Porter is restricted. And, no, the Wizards aren't letting him walk. The cap is going to mess with a lot of peoples' dreams this year.

[BillMc]

http://www.espn.com/nba/insider/stor...-aldridge-more

Thanks for posting this.

Engelmann: If Patty Mills can be signed to a reasonable price, something close to $20 million per season, it should probably be him.

If RC gives Patty 20 mill a year, my mind will explode Scanners style.

[Nathan89]

20mil for a 6ft shooter

[GSH]

The guy who said that signing Kyle to an extension should be a priority for the team goes on to say that Kyle is the second-best defensive wing in the NBA. Can anyone actually tell me what position Anderson plays? And I don't mean when Danny is out with an injury, and the lineup is being shuffled. I mean what is his natural position? I think everyone has finally given up on talking about him being a PG or a combo guard. Right? Now we just have to work on this "wing" thing.

The one other guy who mentioned Kyle said that the Spurs should "back up the (money) truck" for Simmons, Dedmon, and Kyle . Oh yeah, that's what I want to hear. Back up the money truck and just commit ALL the damn cap room to Simmons, Dedmon, and Kyle. Send a message to the league.

[GSH]

If RC gives Patty 20 mill a year, my mind will explode Scanners style.

Scanners! I still remember that scene. It was groundbreaking. I paid to watch the movie a second time, just to see that head explode.

[MaNu4Tres]

The guy who said that signing Kyle to an extension should be a priority for the team goes on to say that Kyle is the second-best defensive wing in the NBA. Can anyone actually tell me what position Anderson plays? And I don't mean when Danny is out with an injury, and the lineup is being shuffled. I mean what is his natural position? I think everyone has finally given up on talking about him being a PG or a combo guard. Right? Now we just have to work on this "wing" thing.

The one other guy who mentioned Kyle said that the Spurs should "back up the (money) truck" for Simmons, Dedmon, and Kyle . Oh yeah, that's what I want to hear. Back up the money truck and just commit ALL the damn cap room to Simmons, Dedmon, and Kyle. Send a message to the league.

Dont take them seriously. Most of those guys outside of Wright have no clue about the Spurs. Id be willing to take a lot of STs opinions over most of these clowns..tbh

[BillMc]

Scanners! I still remember that scene. It was groundbreaking. I paid to watch the movie a second time, just to see that head explode.

If you pay Patty Mills 20 million you'll get to see my impression of it.

[ace3g]

I don't think Hanga signing depends on Manu but...

[Ditty]

Aldridge will be back at least for next season. Could be dangled around in trade talks this summer, but I don't see anything happening.
Gasol will be back for his last season with SA also. Will come off the bench.
Re-sign Dedmon, or hope he opts in which I doubt.
Re-sign Simmons
Re-sign Lee
Keep Anderson, and extend if needed
Let Patty walk. Will probably go to the Lakers or Kings to get a payday.
Sign Livingston, Collison, Mack, Clark or Teodosic
Draft an American power forward or shooting guard
Convince Dwyane Wade to not go to Cleveland for the minimum
Don't jeopardize much for the following offseason when we could have a lot of salary cap money, and some better players available.

[Robz4000]

holy if the Spurs give Mills $20mil

[SAGirl]

Did LM get benched the entire 4th quarter?

Yes.

[SAGirl]

DE shot him up 10 spots after combine.

Im hoping hes there at 29. Been loving him for months now. Let me hope.

Is Bell a beast rebounder?

[outmap]

PG
Jrue Holiday is a big PG that can do a lot of things good but nothing great, I think he might come in at around 4yr. 12.5M/yr ave. If not, second option is to try Rose if he can be had for the MLE. Last option is to throw DJ at the pit and let him develop. (No to Lowry and GHill)

SG
If Simmons and/or Manu resigned, we're good; if not, Red is the only one that can contribute right away, and I'm not a fan of his defense. McClemore, Pope, or Young are decent projects but we might have to wait for their development (which I think is overdue, so it would be a risk if they don;t pan out).

SF
Leonard and Potatohead are enough for me; otherwise, Beasley would be a cheap option or bring in Hanga.

PF
Only Ibaka is young enough to be worth investing among the power forwards; Patterson also, but he has limited potential.

C
i'd rather draft young guys with high potential like Giles, Jeanne, Pasecniks, Adebayo and Bradley, or bring in Mulitinov.

If they can find a taker for either LMA and Pau, I will be thrilled!

[Nathan89]

PG
Jrue Holiday is a big PG that can do a lot of things good but nothing great, I think he might come in at around 4yr. 12.5M/yr ave. If not, second option is to try Rose if he can be had for the MLE. Last option is to throw DJ at the pit and let him develop. (No to Lowry and GHill)

Holiday is getting much more than that.

[rasuo214]

PG is one of the deepest positions in the league, who in their right mind would offer Patty anywhere near $20 mil a year?

[Robz4000]

Series isn't over (yet) obviously, but might as well get this warmed up.

Poo needs to diaf.
-LMA should be dangled to see what can be had for him, but otherwise keep him.
-Parker needs to be moved to the bench, but still has something.
-Manu needs to be taken out back and shot.
-Green will be fine as long as the Spurs get a new penetrating PG. Not sure you can move him anyway since his D is so important.
-Kawhi needs to work a bit on his handles and handling physical defenders
-Mills, Dedmon, Simmons, and Lee can leave
-Get Bertans and Murray some consistent damn playing time

Everyone's thoughts?

Now that the season is officially over:

-Too much bad from Poo this postseason, but he made some good adjustments against Houston. Need to take into account it was against Pringles, but hopefully he comes into next season with some fire ala 2014.

-Still feel the same about LMA, but god damn was he pathetic.

-Parker's injury changes things. If his recovery time is lengthy they need to dump his contract ASAP. Hopefully they have an idea now so they can act before the draft.

- Manu . Was wrong on Manu, but I think he retires regardless.

-Feel the same with LDN; definitely should stick around.

-Kawhi will do him, no worries.

-Simmons should be kept if possible (and with a reasonable number). Won't miss the rest, albeit I wouldn't mind Lee back if he's the fifth big.

-Murray and Bertans looked good with minutes; hopefully they have a jump in ability next year.

-In other news, dumping Gasol should be a no-brainer.

[SAGirl]

http://www.espn.com/nba/insider/stor...-aldridge-more

Thanks for sharing.
Surprising that they mention signing Anderson to an extension as an off-season priority of sorts. IMO it could end up being a bargain. He's been kept on ice by Pop in the backburner and is just 23 years old. His best years as a player are still ahead of him. Unsure myself about this but it would make sense for the Spurs if they don't like the 2018 FA class and like him enough to keep him.
Some guys will be upset here but it's likely a good investment.

[SAGirl]

^^20 mil per year for Patty there would be a mass suicide here..

I saw that.

[Emperor]

Thanks for sharing.
Surprising that they mention signing Anderson to an extension as an off-season priority of sorts. IMO it could end up being a bargain. He's been kept on ice by Pop in the backburner and is just 23 years old. His best years as a player are still ahead of him. Unsure myself about this but it would make sense for the Spurs if they don't like the 2018 FA class and like him enough to keep him.
Some guys will be upset here but it's likely a good investment.

I was one of the biggest Kyle haters around but he showed alot of heart and confidence against a stacked Golden State squad. I'm cool with Spurs extending him.

[TheDoctor]

Get rid of LMA, Gasol, Forbes...Have Murray work on his defense and jump shooting...make a play at Paul George

I'd rather trade for Giannis tbh. That way you can bring DJ as the 6th man. With his handles and quickness he can wreck havoc vs other team's benches.

Also that trio of wingspaness gotta be insane and suffocating!

DJ
Giannis
Kawhi

Damn I just got an erection thinking about that distant possibility.

[SAGirl]

I don't think Hanga signing depends on Manu but...

I wonder why the condition on Manu retiring .. I assume playing time is a reason. I mean Pop forcibly retired Bonner finally after Davis agreed to a deal.

[TheDoctor]

I wonder why the condition on Manu retiring .. I assume playing time is a reason. I mean Pop forcibly retired Bonner finally after Davis agreed to a deal.

LOL Manu is no stinking Bonner tho'. They gave him a 14MM contract because he is Manu Ginobili. If Gino wants another year he will get it tbh

[Robz4000]

I'd rather trade for Giannis tbh. That way you can bring DJ as the 6th man. With his handles and quickness he can wreck havoc vs other team's benches.

Also that trio of wingspaness gotta be insane and suffocating!

DJ
Giannis
Kawhi

Damn I just got an erection thinking about that distant possibility.

The Bucks wouldn't even take Kawhi for Antetokounmpo straight up tbh.