Except for height, Splitter offers nothing else...

[The Truth #6]

He would benefit from playing with Manu...but then again what player wouldn't? The second unit so far has done a bad job of getting him involved in the offense, especially after he works diligently to set picks and roll to the basket. Some of the problem isn't just him, but his teammates getting used to him. This takes time. Maybe Pop doesn't want to mess up our winning ways by forcing the issue right now?

I'm happy that Blair is still getting a chance. In the end I think Blair has a greater upside (slightly) so I'm glad Pop is still starting him. I'd say that's progress for Pop.

[kaji157]

I would say that in any other season Splitter would already be starting.

Why? Pop usually moves to the starting lineup to those players struggling so they can 1) assure themselves some in-games action without hurting the team, and 3) put less pressure on them because the start take the load off them.

I think the reason why he is not doing this now, is because Pop is respecting the elders (Tim, Tony, Manu) desire to start strong.
I think once he stars trying new configurations (as he will likely do at some point) splitter will start a few games.

[Hoops Czar]

He would benefit from playing with Manu...but then again what player wouldn't? The second unit so far has done a bad job of getting him involved in the offense, especially after he works diligently to set picks and roll to the basket. Some of the problem isn't just him, but his teammates getting used to him. This takes time. Maybe Pop doesn't want to mess up our winning ways by forcing the issue right now?
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Far be it for me to think Splitter should be able to create his own shot without needing a perfect set up.

[MmP]

I recall another classic Sequ thread about an upcoming talented rookie called in 2003 "Despite passing Ginobili brings nothing else..."

[Bartleby]

Splitter has two things working against him, he is white and a foreign big. Those guys are often too soft and don't turn into anything special.

Scola says hi.

[DieHardSpursFan1537]

This is coming from Sequ, so not everything is correct.

He's only a rookie, so we can't really tell what he is going to turn out to be. So far, he's looking fine, but Pop better start getting him some more damn minutes.

[DieHardSpursFan1537]

He a solid player who just needs game time....I look for him to come on strong around the all star break.

All Star Break sounds reasonable.....

[BackHome]

Splitter missed all of training camp and is jumping into a complicated system and when other guys in the rotation are playing their roles effectively via Bonner and Dice hit their shots and spreading the floor. You complain because you see the guy run out their pick up some charges and set picks and makes a easy bucket on usually a lazy defensive team and you cry for more minutes?

1st year nba rookie in a already compe ive conference where the team is in a win it all mentality it seems this year. He'll get his minutes, but not before the coaching staff can sort out what they have with the current nucleus that has given them their 17-3 record.

The man has the intangibles, i'm really more excited what he brings to us a season later instead of right now. Imagine the work they can put in with him with a solid off season training and a training camp he goes all the way through. Because as of right now, I don't Pop is doing much in setting a role for him right now, i think he's going the Blair route as of last season where they didn't have a coaching plan for the guy and just threw him out there and seeing what comes of it.

Yeah, it's frustrating since it took him several seasons to get here, especially on those nights where blair and bonner just seemed to be hurting us on the floor and you want something to change out there. Stop and actually WATCH a game and evaluate what's actually going on out on the floor with the lineups.

Could not have said it better........all I want Splitter to do this off season is work on his core strenght he needs to be doing squats every day to help out his base and work on his mid shot and be ready for summer camp and I will be a happy camper.

[BRs.Ganso]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FPBwFgh7YyY

here's a good mix with Tiago's offense moves.

[Spursmania]

That's good, because the Greek players and the Greek teams and the Greek league are shameful mockeries of real basketball like the NBA.

Chump does it again.
And another one bites the dust.

[TJastal]

I believe Sequ has 2 accounts. He also goes by LakaLuva. I believe the LakaLuva avaitor photo is Sequ's actual picture.

yessireebob, that's a real kneeslapper!

[Agloco]

Stating that five players are better than one player is comparing them.

No it is not. I'm not getting into an argument with you if you are just trolling.

[rascal]

Far be it for me to think Splitter should be able to create his own shot without needing a perfect set up.

Splitter doesn't look to be the type of player who will be an explosive offensive player who can hit shots away from the basket or create his own shot.

He will score most of his points from open dunks or high % put backs but move him away from the basket or put a defender between him and the basket and he is worthless.

[beachwood]

Seems he has a high bball IQ, so that's why I like him. He'll learn his place within the offense and defense and he'll get more time as the season progresses.

You can't teach height.

[SequSpur]

I believe Sequ has 2 accounts. He also goes by LakaLuva. I believe the LakaLuva avaitor photo is Sequ's actual picture.

Sequ doesn't need accounts...he has one account....

Not afraid....

[G-Dawgg]

For a dude that signed a guaranteed -multi year- contract before playing a single game in the NBA Tigayo sucks...he should take a page outta Gary Neal's book....

[gospursgojas]

For a dude that signed a guaranteed -multi year- contract before playing a single game in the NBA Tigayo sucks...he should take a page outta Gary Neal's book....

And run a train on a vomiting chick?

[G-Dawgg]

yeah, that would be his highlight for the year.....

[gospursgojas]

yeah, that would be his highlight for the year.....

Tiago is a tall light brazilan dude...Im sure hes had his share of sexual highlights.

[G-Dawgg]

Well he's sure not making any BASKETBALL highlights...

[rascal]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FPBwFgh7YyY

here's a good mix with Tiago's offense moves.

These highlights don't show that Splitter has much of an offensive game away from the basket. He is also scoring on slower and under sized players as compared to what he sees in the NBA. He has some athletic ability to put the ball on the floor and take it to the basket and dunk or score on short shots but again against slower and smaller players.

that league he played in doesn't look good at all by the highlights. I see guys guarding him just letting him go by and not even putting up their arms to defend.

[jjktkk]

Sequ doesn't need accounts...he has one account....

Not afraid....

Thats true Sequ, but you might wanna tell LakaLuva to wipe your poop off his nose. Its kinda creepy.

[BRs.Ganso]

These highlights don't show that Splitter has much of an offensive game away from the basket. He is also scoring on slower and under sized players as compared to what he sees in the NBA. He has some athletic ability to put the ball on the floor and take it to the basket and dunk or score on short shots but again against slower and smaller players.

that league he played in doesn't look good at all by the highlights. I see guys guarding him just letting him go by and not even putting up their arms to defend.

Agree, but he have speed and mobility to play in NBA.

Unfortunately, Splitter and Varejao played the championship with only 50% of your physique.

Again, he need improve his mid range shot... his worst defect.

[TwelveGs210]

I want spiltter to get more mins too, but at least Bonner can give you a couple of 3s! People on here diss Bonner like he doesnt play hard. He tries his ass off every play. Its like blaming a re ed kid for being re ed! It's not his fualt that he's not a stopper! Spillter plays hars but other than P&R what else does he bring!(an thats if they get the ball to him). He seems that he cant shoot fts either! I thought he was the great new hope! To mention Splitter an Oberto in the same sentance is a slap in Manus face! Im not saying he's not good but the Spurs dont know how to use him yet! Like RJs 1st yr.

Hey Jermaine, ya still think we should have traded George Hill and DeJuan for Hickson, Moon, and West?

[RuffnReadyOzStyle]

this dude doesn't get quality minutes and he gets Carl Herrera time. What can this dude do?

I am not impressed.

thumbs down.

Sometimes you show the world just how little you appreciate the subtleties of basketball. This post is one such occasion. Splitter is a very promising player with huge potential for growth. He's smart at both ends, just wait and see how good he becomes.