A Sign of Danny Green's Future...?

[Box]

That is cool that you got to meet Sean Elliott. I got to meet him before each of Milwaukee Bucks games the past two seasons. He is such a nice guy and was willing to take the time to sign autographs for all of the Spurs fan before the games. He was even willing to pose for pictures with fans who wanted to have their picture taken with him.

He really is. Several years ago when he still played or right after he retired, he gave my brother sincere wishes of a speedy recovery when he heard about my brother needing a heart procedure done. He autographed a couple of things for him and has been one of my all time favorite players. I got to meet him today and get his autograph, it was a big honor meeting him.

Thanks for sharing. I have felt for a while that Danny was the only guy that could get us in the lottery through a trade. Trading him also makes sense if the Durant rumors are true bc in that case Danny's role is taken. He's a great value if he starts, spaces the floor and you have him defending tough covers and quickie guards, but as a bench player he would be overpriced and not in a role that suits him. It doesn't mean it will happen but he might have been told of the possibility of trades involving him. I don't think they will trade him on draft night without giving him a warning. They might do that to KA and Simmons for example, but not Danny. Just my opinion.

But it's not nothing. It's not like packing and cleaning your desk won't mean a thing.

I was thinking the same thing. Recently the company I work for terminated an employee and ever since then their desk has been spotless. Same thing in my leasing office, they terminated one of their employees and the desk which used to have their PC and items on it is spotless. It just looked like the lockers were vacant with how well they were cleaned out. There was nothing in them, just a bare locker. I thought nothing of it when I saw West's locker as he is no longer going to be with the team, but when I saw Green's, it just grabbed my attention. It may be just my imagination, but I think there is something behind it. I'd have expected more lockers to be open and spotless or none of them to be -- so why is it one person who is for sure leaving has their locker cleaned out and potentially another, has their locker cleaned out too?


Below are some pictures from the event I think you all may like. The main event details (http://www.dahill.com/events) are below too for any skeptics thinking I made this event up.

Dahill San Antonio Tech Show
Wednesday June 22, 2016 from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM CDT
Join us at the AT&T Center to learn all of what Dahill has to offer! In addition you will be able to: Take pictures with the Spurs championship trophies, shoot hoops on the court, take a tour of the Spurs locker rooms & facilities, meet the Coyote & Silver Dancers, and enjoy a meet n greet with Sean ******!
AT&T Center, San Antonio

1. Heading into the AT&T Center. We were greeted by two of the Silver Dancers when we signed in.


2. A cool motorcycle with Spurs players' autographs on it displayed in the main event room.


3. Passed by this commissioned piece on our way to the locker room.


4. They let the attendees down on the floor to hoop it up for a bit. This was the last stop before they asked us to not use our phones or cameras anymore since we were approaching the locker room.


5. After leaving the locker room we went back to the main room and lined up to meet Sean Elliott. They had one of the championship trophies out of the case paired with one of Duncan's rings on the table Sean sat at.


6. A closer look at Duncan's ring.

[BOHOLANO#21]

Really? I've been to the players locker room for season ticket holders. They allowed us to take photos even at the press room.

[baseline bum]

At $10 million a year Green's contract is an absolute bargain. I can't imagine trading him unless RC is absolutely in love with someone in the draft again like with Kawhi. Trading Hill was one thing, but Green is a proven big game player and one of the top few defensive wings in the league. Whereas Hill was a terrible defender due a big payday.

[Box]

Really? I've been to the players locker room for season ticket holders. They allowed us to take photos even at the press room.

I wish we could have. The tour guide said we wouldn't be able to and when my buddy asked why she said "those are Mr. Popovich's rules and you'll have to bring it up with him." She was joking about the latter part but kept reiterating that we couldn't take photos. Maybe it was because we weren't there for a game but business conference and no Spurs player or coaching staff were present at the time.

[SAGirl]

At $10 million a year Green's contract is an absolute bargain. I can't imagine trading him unless RC is absolutely in love with someone in the draft again like with Kawhi. Trading Hill was one thing, but Green is a proven big game player and one of the top few defensive wings in the league. Whereas Hill was a terrible defender due a big payday.

It makes perfect sense if the play is for Durant and the move up in the draft is for a guy they project to be a difference maker in a couple of years at a position of need like PG. Danny in the bench all of a sudden at $10 mill doesn't make sense. He's in a good contract if he starts not if he's a bench player.

[baseline bum]

It makes perfect sense if the play is for Durant and the move up in the draft is for a guy they project to be a difference maker in a couple of years at a position of need like PG. Danny in the bench all of a sudden at $10 mill doesn't make sense. He's in a good contract if he starts not if he's a bench player.

It doesn't make sense because Durant is an extreme long shot.

[coachmac87]

It doesn't make sense because Durant is an extreme long shot.

If Durant actually meets with Spurs FO it's a wrap tbh

[SAGirl]

It doesn't make sense because Durant is an extreme long shot.

I have thought the same but he's taking visits. The Spurs shipped Tiago without knowing LMA to be 100% in play and he had doubts per his own statements + Pop visited him in that lunch bc he was dilly dallying.

I have been about the most reluctant to believe that Durant is really in play, but he appears to be and the Spurs won't get better by standing pat. Who they may get in the draft could also be worth it in itself and there are other FA to be had that fill Danny's spot that could replicate what he does or be even better. This is where we cue the Bazemore's even the Fourniers, Batums etc. Danny is not irreplaceable. We might pay more for a SG if we strike out on Durant that is not only a defender but a more versatile offensive player + get a draft pick. On top of that they have a legit chAnce at Durant.

[ace3g]

[baseline bum]

I have thought the same but he's taking visits. The Spurs shipped Tiago without knowing LMA to be 100% in play and he had doubts per his own statements + Pop visited him in that lunch bc he was dilly dallying.

I have been about the most reluctant to believe that Durant is really in play, but he appears to be and the Spurs won't get better by standing pat. Who they may get in the draft could also be worth it in itself and there are other FA to be had that fill Danny's spot that could replicate what he does or be even better. This is where we cue the Bazemore's even the Fourniers, Batums etc. Danny is not irreplaceable. We might pay more for a SG if we strike out on Durant that is not only a defender but a more versatile offensive player + get a draft pick. On top of that they have a legit chAnce at Durant.

Splitter was an injured piece of not worth his contract. The Spurs weren't risking much by salary dumping him and Aldridge was a lock to walk from Portland. By contrast Green is very underpaid for what he brings and Durant probably isn't going to walk from an OKC team that is very close to winning a le. Bazemore or Fournier, holy you need to lay off the drugs.

[Emperor]

Haha when was this?

[ace3g]

Haha when was this?

2011

[Mr. Body]

I can't see him getting shipped. As has been mentioned, he's a bargain and one of the best at his role. Sure he slumped last year but is due for a rebound. But mostly he took an in-faith discount to remain. A good franchise doesn't job players after that.

[SAGirl]

Splitter was an injured piece of not worth his contract. The Spurs weren't risking much by salary dumping him and Aldridge was a lock to walk from Portland. By contrast Green is very underpaid for what he brings and Durant probably isn't going to walk from an OKC team that is very close to winning a le. Bazemore or Fournier, holy you need to lay off the drugs.

both guys are d more versatile than Danny. The idea is Durant. The point is that if he's not signed, there are other guys out there to be had. If you believe Danny is irreplaceable you are the one who needs to lay off the drugs dude!

[SAGirl]

I can't see him getting shipped. As has been mentioned, he's a bargain and one of the best at his role. Sure he slumped last year but is due for a rebound. But mostly he took an in-faith discount to remain. A good franchise doesn't job players after that.

POP once traded his So called favorite player. The fact Danny is a good contract is what makes him an attractive piece to trade, as he will be able to hopefully get us a higher pick. It would not be a dump in the nature of Tiago who was dumped Dr a conditional pick that turned out to be no one. This is not that situation, nor is Danny a franchise player.

[baseline bum]

both guys are d more versatile than Danny. The idea is Durant. The point is that if he's not signed, there are other guys out there to be had. If you believe Danny is irreplaceable you are the one who needs to lay off the drugs dude!

That's like cashing in your 401k to buy ing lottery tickets.

[T Park]

both guys are d more versatile than Danny. The idea is Durant. The point is that if he's not signed, there are other guys out there to be had. If you believe Danny is irreplaceable you are the one who needs to lay off the drugs dude!

if you think Bazemore of Fournier replace Danny Green's defense you're a complete imbecile.

Danny Green is a premiere defender in this league.

[SAGirl]

if you think Bazemore of Fournier replace Danny Green's defense you're a complete imbecile.

Danny Green is a premiere defender in this league.

It's not just about defense. The move is for Durant an offensive player and a lottery pick. I only suggested that while it's risky to move him with no guarantees they will have to take some risks to attempt to get better. If things work out, those guy I mentioned are not even in the picture. If they don't, then yes, they would need to look around for other options, while still having the pick. I suggested some guys they can look at in that scenario but their target shouldn't be Danny part two. Their target should probably be a much more versatile player in case they strike out in Durant bc they want to strengthen the ST spot where if Danny is not hot from 3 he doesn't add much offensively. In reality I see the guy they are attempting to replace as Manu not Danny in terms of versatility.

[SAGirl]

That's like cashing in your 401k to buy ing lottery tickets.

There is unfortunately a lot of gambling involved in this. If you don't take a risk to get better you get worse at some point. The Spurs are at that point. As others point out the team doesn't have much upside and all their aging veterans are declining at a fast rate.

If they make a move Danny is the piece that's all I am saying. If ppl feel compelled to insult so be it. They will direct that at Pop soon enough

Anyways this went on the wayside on plans C and D. Ideally they don't trade him unless the guy they really want is at the spot when they have the deal in place. That should be sufficient for the Spurs to pull the trigger. FA is going to be a beast this season but they must like every other team now, play the odds.

[palangi]

if you think Bazemore of Fournier replace Danny Green's defense you're a complete imbecile.

Danny Green is a premiere defender in this league.

I'll agree with you on fournier but not Bazemore. Danny is not head and shoulders above him defensively.

Green's defense gets wildly overrated here a lot.

[HarlemHeat37]

I'll agree with you on fournier but not Bazemore. Danny is not head and shoulders above him defensively.

Green's defense gets wildly overrated here a lot.

Bazemore is a slightly above average defender, tbh..he has also never shot over 36% from 3 in any season of his career..

Green's defense is backed up by virtually all advanced metrics(both individual and team on/off unit stats) over a huge sample size(4 seasons)..he'll never receive the accolades of somebody like Tony Allen, because he plays next to the best defensive player in the NBA and one of the 3 best perimeter defenders in the past 15 years..

When you look at what other "3&D" players like Demarre Carroll, broken Wes Matthews and Iman Shumpert are getting paid, Green's contract looks disgustingly nice(even with his poor regular season, considering he was great and back in form in the playoffs)..

[jyra]

Ah Union Olimpija, it was pretty fun watching a couple of their games on a ty stream during the lockout. The guy on the left is Damir Markota. He was actually drafted by the Spurs in the second round of the 2006 draft.

[palangi]

Bazemore is a slightly above average defender, tbh..he has also never shot over 36% from 3 in any season of his career..

Green's defense is backed up by virtually all advanced metrics(both individual and team on/off unit stats) over a huge sample size(4 seasons)..he'll never receive the accolades of somebody like Tony Allen, because he plays next to the best defensive player in the NBA and one of the 3 best perimeter defenders in the past 15 years..

When you look at what other "3&D" players like Demarre Carroll, broken Wes Matthews and Iman Shumpert are getting paid, Green's contract looks disgustingly nice(even with his poor regular season, considering he was great and back in form in the playoffs)..

I believe in our system Bazemore would be very good. And playing defense next to Kawhi would be really good for him too. If we traded green and mills for #12 and #21 with Bazemore thrown in, I would be more than happy. Bazemore is more athletic and a much more fluid athlete. He also dribbles better and can make a layup and dunk. Bazemore gives you more versatility.

also bazemore shot 37% in 13-14.

[Kawhitstorm]

I'll agree with you on fournier but not Bazemore. Danny is not head and shoulders above him defensively.

Bazemore was horrific against the Cavs:

TS: 43%
ORtg: 87
DRtg: 120
Net: -33



Thabo:

TS: 72%
ORtg: 133
DRtg: 123
Net: +10

[palangi]

Bazemore was horrific against the Cavs:

TS: 43%
ORtg: 87
DRtg: 120
Net: -33



Thabo:

TS: 72%
ORtg: 133
DRtg: 123
Net: +10

everyone with atlanta was horrible. Geez way to hold one series against him though.

How about green ty performance all season?