Spurs Biggest weakness(es)?

[ZStomp]

I think the point is that the Spurs don't have a big body that can matchup to Shaq and if the Spurs meet the Heat in the Finals (for example) that could prove to be a significant liability. With all of the moves that the Spurs made, the one thing they didn't accomplish was finding a player who has the sort of size and credibility to hang in with Shaq in a playoff series. If the Spurs meet the Heat in the Finals, that could be a monumental problem. Unless the Spurs can somehow acquire that sort of guy (and they don't exactly grow on trees and aren't available on the cheap) they're going to have some difficulties if that matchup materializes, and no amount of x's and o's will change that result.

No team has answers for Shaq. Does this person exist?

[sprrs]

The major glaring weakness in my mind: The team's average age.

Their major weaknesses in the short term: Only one center who's big enough to play the Shaq's and Yao's of the league

[mavsfan1000]

The spurs biggest weaknesses are a true point guard and a strong center. Parker is good but more of a scoring guarding and Mohammad isn't too strong. Rasho has no offense but can guard Shaq.

[Pistons < Spurs]

With all of the moves that the Spurs made, the one thing they didn't accomplish was finding a player who has the sort of size and credibility to hang in with Shaq in a playoff series.

Have no fear. You will not be facing Shaq in the finals. But be prepared for a very hungry Ben Wallace and Sheed, looking to redeem himself.

[Spurs košarka kultura]

Hey, if you dislike people like me bloviating (as Bill O'Reilly calls it) their opinions, no one is forcing you to read others' opinions, so don't. Even dummies like me can figure that one out, so you should be able to figure it out as well. I love the Spurs and I'm ready for the regular season to start already. Therefore, if you want or expect me to change, I'm afraid that you will be disappointed. The only good news for you is I'm a full time graduate student. How much I put my two cents (inflation raised it) in depends upon two variables (a) how much time my classes are requiring and (b) how bored I am.

Are you freakin serious? Can you really be that self-conscience of one tiny joke? Damn bro you need take a lead from the "chronic" thread and burn one up or get laid or something

[BronxCowboy]

I'm afraid the one major weakness of the Spurs this year is the lack of preimeter defense from the bench. Once the starters go out, who is there that really plays outstanding D? Don't count on Melvin Sanders making the team. Also, it may not matter this year, but the age of the bench is concerning. I think the Spurs need to starting looking for some younger players (that they might actually keep) ASAP.

[Phenomanul]

Themselves....

[Mavs<Spurs]

Are you freakin serious? Can you really be that self-conscience of one tiny joke? Damn bro you need take a lead from the "chronic" thread and burn one up or get laid or something

self conscious you mean.

How much was it for your advice?
I probably got about what I paid for it.
Thanks.

[Mavs<Spurs]

The spurs biggest weaknesses are a true point guard and a strong center. Parker is good but more of a scoring guarding and Mohammad isn't too strong. Rasho has no offense but can guard Shaq.

True

[Mavs<Spurs]

I'm afraid the one major weakness of the Spurs this year is the lack of preimeter defense from the bench. Once the starters go out, who is there that really plays outstanding D? Don't count on Melvin Sanders making the team. Also, it may not matter this year, but the age of the bench is concerning. I think the Spurs need to starting looking for some younger players (that they might actually keep) ASAP.

Good point, I hadn't really thought about that.

[Mavs<Spurs]

FT shooting is our only weakness

I wish that were completely true.
I have my fears that we do have other issues too.

[Mavs<Spurs]

Have no fear. You will not be facing Shaq in the finals. But be prepared for a very hungry Ben Wallace and Sheed, looking to redeem himself.

Okay, you all have a very good team and Miami does have at least two issues: outside shooting and team chemistry.
Still, imo if Wade and Shaq had been healthy, we would have faced Miami in the Finals.
I kind of lean towards Miami as the most likely team to come out of the East, but all three teams are legitimate contenders in the East.

We have to remember that Indiana, despite their injuries and the players who were out, still tested Detroit. Without injuries and Artest back, it could put them over the top.

Also, Shaq at 70 % during the Playoffs and Wade at 50 % in the last couple of games in the Eastern Finals and yet Miami still almost beat you guys. If Shaq and Wade are healthy, they might be able to beat you all. But as I say, Miami threw away their good, consistent three point threats.

I'm not saying you're wrong, just saying there are some reasons to think otherwise.

[Mavs<Spurs]

The major glaring weakness in my mind: The team's average age.

Their major weaknesses in the short term: Only one center who's big enough to play the Shaq's and Yao's of the league

Okay, so this must be Rasho that you are talking about.

Age is not yet a factor in my opinion, but in a couple of years you will have a good point. On the other hand, Tim's dominance is due to his mastery of the fundamentals not his athleticism. If he were like Amare who is completely dependent upon being a sic athlete, then I would totally agree with you.
I think 32 is about the turning point.

[Mavs<Spurs]

Themselves....

Now this kind of goes towards the 2004 Laker problem I think. Also, what happened in games 3 and 4 and what could have happened in game 5 if not for the heroic efforts of Robert Horry who put on his cape.

[Mavs<Spurs]

The best thing about NVE over Beno is he won't face the press every trip down the court.

Exactly right. We all saw what happened in the Finals. It wasn't pretty.

[Mavs<Spurs]

Great post. I agree with most all of your points themanurules.

I would add that Rasho and Nazr tend to move a bit too much on some of their screens for fouls which = TOs. It's not a big weakness, but Fabri hasn't really been that obvious thus far with his good balance and he is very fluid on his rolls.

I'll add to the FT point you made that if TP doesn't get that worked out, his drives will be punished more and he'll have to rely on jumpshooting. If that fails, the Spurs will lose a few games as in years past on not being able to move the defense for higher % shots.

Good points. NBA tv or ESPN classics replayed game two of the Houston Dallas series. In it, Doug Collins points out that Yao sets great screens, giving TMac several good options (in addition to not turning the ball over). Turnovers really hurt us in the Finals. So, anything that we can do to cut down on them is going to really help us. I guess this is where the fundamentals are so important. Hey if Larry Bird can be, in some people's opinion (me for one), the third best player of all time with his relative lack of athleticism, it just goes to show me how important mastering the fundamentals is and how far it goes in determining if a team wins or loses.

[Mavs<Spurs]

self conscious you mean.

How much was it for your advice?
I probably got about what I paid for it.
Thanks.

Besides, its not like I went and loaded my gun or something.
Lets calm down.

[SenorSpur]

The spurs biggest weaknesses are a true point guard and a strong center. Parker is good but more of a scoring guarding and Mohammad isn't too strong. Rasho has no offense but can guard Shaq.

Methinks you've mistaken the Spurs weaknesses for the Mavs weaknesses. Insert the names of Terry and Dampier into your statement and you'll be correct.

[Marcus Bryant]

Fertile wives, apparently.

[sprrs]

Okay, so this must be Rasho that you are talking about.

Age is not yet a factor in my opinion, but in a couple of years you will have a good point. On the other hand, Tim's dominance is due to his mastery of the fundamentals not his athleticism. If he were like Amare who is completely dependent upon being a sic athlete, then I would totally agree with you.
I think 32 is about the turning point.

Yea I was talking about Rasho in the second point.

As for the age thing, you're right it shouldn't be a faactor yet, but the way the team is currently built it'll only last a few more years unless the Spurs sign some young players to take over after say Bowen and/or Finley/Barry/retire. That's why I'm hoping Sanders gets signed so for the moment at least they'll have taken a step in the right direction.

As for Tim yeah I don't think age will affect his game drastically, if only because he doesn't rely on athleticism much if at all. We'll be fine with him but his role players could affect him game if they are on the decline

[Spurs košarka kultura]

self conscious you mean.

How much was it for your advice?
I probably got about what I paid for it.
Thanks.

Wow a spelling comeback, well you got me there. I guess I'll keep all humor aside so as not to offend you. So what is it you study?

[Spurs košarka kultura]

So what is it you study?

BTW that was a serious question so don't get your panties in a wad.

As for a weakness: Chemistry!!! Though I don't think it will be a problem, you never know. Is it possible NVE throws a temper-tantrum and gets thrown in the doghouse? I'm not ruling it out.

I'm not worried about age however, those who are up there in age, are the same ones that will find themselves getting quite a bit of rest. Besides, the youth is where we need it: PG.I don't believe age will be a legitimate concern for at least two more years. As for Mavs1000 How the is Tony not a pure point? Simply because he dosen't rack up 15 assists a night?

[SWC Bonfire]

Fertile wives, apparently.

Prime-time soap opera actresses.

[SWC Bonfire]

No team has answers for Shaq. Does this person exist?

Yes, his name is Shaq's big toe.

[mavsfan1000]

Methinks you've mistaken the Spurs weaknesses for the Mavs weaknesses. Insert the names of Terry and Dampier into your statement and you'll be correct.

Terry>Parker
Dampier>Mohammad. Still the spurs are better. Right?