Aldridge and Pop had a heart-to-heart this summer

**Leetonidas** · 10-09-2017

Wtf who is this crazy dude

**BillMc** · 10-09-2017

Originally Posted by spurs10

That Fiona is a "bad, bad girl!" As for the rest of this thread I have no idea what is going on!

Yeah, what happened to this thread is "criminal."

Back on subject, I really have a hard time believing Pop didn't know LMA was disgruntled. Surely, he has the pulse of his team better than that? More likely, Pop tried to diffuse the situation by claiming he was ignorant of LMA's feelings so now, they can "turn the page" and move forward. Telling LMA "Yeah, I knew you were upset, but so what?" would have done nothing constructive. Pop can authoritarian or diplomatic as needed.

**tonight...you** · 10-09-2017

Originally Posted by Leetonidas

Wtf who is this crazy dude

CuteKOBEEZard

**spurs10** · 10-09-2017

Originally Posted by BillMc

Yeah, what happened to this thread is "criminal."

Back on subject, I really have a hard time believing Pop didn't know LMA was disgruntled. Surely, he has the pulse of his team better than that? More likely, Pop tried to diffuse the situation by claiming he was ignorant of LMA's feelings so now, they can "turn the page" and move forward. Telling LMA "Yeah, I knew you were upset, but so what?" would have done nothing constructive. Pop can authoritarian or diplomatic as needed.

I still think there has been a lot of speculation about LMA and his overall at ude toward the team. Meaning, who knows? I don't think the GSW series left him feeling optimistic, but I find it hard to imagine Pop and he aren't communicating. He seems to be upbeat this season so far.

**BillMc** · 10-09-2017

Originally Posted by spurs10

. He seems to be upbeat this season so far.

Agreed. He's notably thinner than last year at this time. And he claims he spent the summer working on his game. Maybe missing the All-Star and being embarrassed in the WCF (and his looming financial future) all lit a fire in him.

**SAGirl** · 10-10-2017

http://uproxx.com/dimemag/lamarcus-a...tonio-spurs/2/

In fact, Aldridge openly admits that he wasn’t going all-out because he felt like he wasn’t receiving the ball as much as he expected.

“It was an afterthought [to get me the ball early]. But it was both [probably my fault and the team’s] because I didn’t feel like I would get it,” Aldridge said. “So I probably didn’t run the floor as hard, or I didn’t seal as good. Then, they didn’t look for me. Then, when we both thought about it, it was too late.
“But this year, knowing that it’s going to be a point of emphasis, I’m going to run harder. I’m going to duck in harder, and they’re going to look for me faster. So it’s going to be better.”

Sounds to me like the Spurs really had chemistry issues and that Lamarcus was indeed not being open and forthcoming about what was going on. His effort was inconsistent... something we have discussed here. Chinook specially mentioning how timing on plays was off, etc.

**MVPCues** · 10-10-2017

Originally Posted by SAGirl

http://uproxx.com/dimemag/lamarcus-a...tonio-spurs/2/

Sounds to me like the Spurs really had chemistry issues and that Lamarcus was indeed not being open and forthcoming about what was going on. His effort was inconsistent... something we have discussed here. Chinook specially mentioning how timing on plays was off, etc.

To my at least, that is more encouraging than "we had a sit down about me being unhappy".

**SAGirl** · 10-10-2017

Originally Posted by MVPCues

To my at least, that is more encouraging than "we had a sit down about me being unhappy".

I agree. I am high on the ceiling for this team frankly.

**ceds** · 10-10-2017

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**NameLess Scrub** · 10-10-2017

Originally Posted by BillMc

Agreed. He's notably thinner than last year at this time. And he claims he spent the summer working on his game. Maybe missing the All-Star and being embarrassed in the WCF (and his looming financial future) all lit a fire in him.

I haven't watched a game yet (is it possible outside of SA?), so don't play with my feelings.

Is he? Is he finally doing his job of preparing for the season?

**ceds** · 10-10-2017

you mean join LG?....i would like to be in the ball thread because i am a huge fan of his (and ive been waiting a very long time to see this type of player)

no to becoming a "Laker fan" ....That could never happen......Lets make one thing clear. Ive been a spurs fan since early 90's

i want the rivalry to start again but once they are back to being relevant Kawhi will be collecting more rings.

**ceds** · 10-10-2017

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**Leetonidas** · 10-10-2017

Dafuq are you babbling about lol

**ceds** · 10-10-2017

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**phxspurfan** · 10-10-2017

Guys, I got the leaked transcript from this meeting. You're welcome

[POP]: I think it's time that you and I arranged a heart to heart.
[LMA]: Kings don't need advice from little hornbills for a start.
[POP]: If this is where the monarchy is headed, count me out. Out of service, out of Africa, I wouldn't hang about. This child is getting wildly out of wing.
[LMA]: Oh, I just can't wait to be king!

**apalisoc_9** · 10-10-2017

“It was an afterthought [to get me the ball early]. But it was both [probably my fault and the team’s] because I didn’t feel like I would get it,” Aldridge said. “So I probably didn’t run the floor as hard, or I didn’t seal as good. Then, they didn’t look for me. Then, when we both thought about it, it was too late.
“But this year, knowing that it’s going to be a point of emphasis, I’m going to run harder. I’m going to duck in harder, and they’re going to look for me faster. So it’s going to be better.”

What a selfish Piece of ..

The spurs are going to struggle with this Diva Around.

Shop his lazy ass out of here.

**Chinook** · 10-10-2017

Lol "Spurs are going to struggle" but have won 60 games two years in a row with LMA.

**SAGirl** · 10-10-2017

I am very subtly thinking this team is better than last season.
Yes, even with Tony injured and with Manu at 40 looking like he should have retired. The Spurs young players give me hope, the talent they have added in shooters give me hope... Pop's adjustments in their offense give me hope.
KIng Joff is a lot better than I thought he'd be. Dijon is looking like that sauce recipe is better than the one he served us in summer league. Danny's bullseye got an adjustment... Lamarcus aired his dirty laundry in a sitdown the outcome of which was him getting slimmer and coming in more motivated and Kawhi is poised to have an MVP season.
What's not to like?

the LMA and Gasol two big lineups...

**Chinook** · 10-10-2017

I think the loss of Lee is really going to hurt the team. If they can find away to bring him back into the fold, I think this team could be better come April. Dedmon had faded by then, Green and Mills weren't consistent and LMA was a slug. Could be a lot better if healthy.

**SAGirl** · 10-10-2017

Originally Posted by Chinook

I think the loss of Lee is really going to hurt the team. If they can find away to bring him back into the fold, I think this team could be better come April. Dedmon had faded by then, Green and Mills weren't consistent and LMA was a slug. Could be a lot better if healthy.

I have liked Joff a lot. It could be preseason fool's gold, though I hope not.
I also wonder wth happened with Lee opting out and still being out there, like for example maybe his injury has impaired him and he's not ready to play to start the season, something unknown.

**Chinook** · 10-10-2017

Originally Posted by SAGirl

I have liked Joff a lot. It could be preseason fool's gold, though I hope not.
I also wonder wth happened with Lee opting out and still being out there, like for example maybe his injury has impaired him and he's not ready to play to start the season, something unknown.

a) He could be contemplating retirement
b) He could have a "promise" for a min deal already from a team like SA or OKC.

**BillMc** · 10-10-2017

Originally Posted by NameLess Scrub

I haven't watched a game yet (is it possible outside of SA?), so don't play with my feelings.

Is he? Is he finally doing his job of preparing for the season?

He is much thinner than beginning of last year and looks even thinner in the playoffs. He also is hustling. Of course, it is 1) just preseason and 2) he's not competing with Kawhi for shots, so we will see if it lasts. Too early to know, but it's a good sign at least.

By the way, I am in Ukraine. People like Ace, Dabom and others put up stream links. And while there's usually some hiccups (I've missed most first quarters trying to get a stream) you can watch the game from anywhere. Once RS starts it should be much easier.

**Uriel** · 10-10-2017

FWIW, ESPN came up with a new Aldridge trade idea on its new Power Rankings.

**ceds** · 10-10-2017

LMA was out to get his in his early - mid 20's and while not a NBA "Diva" certainly had a side to him that spoke to his immaturity.

I think it was only when he came to SA a few years ago that the "maturing process" starting to begin and he began to adopt the spurs way of "shying away from the attention"

**ceds** · 10-10-2017

i can and hope to contribute in a positive way but like i said from the beginning ....no major player / poster (i believe this is now impossible so i'm happy to just GTFO)

i assume that i can make a weekly contribution......i did not even want to make threads when i started to post again here.

It's only been 2 threads i made that have generated no legitimate convo....

we all know by know how this has unfolded so et's not play dumb

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