Van Exel should be left off the playoff squad

[MannyIsGod]

VanX forced jump shot = TO.

Do you really want to compare the 2 players playoff resumes? Look man, this is an arguement you can't win. I understand you're a big fan of Beno but at some point you have to look at the reality that Beno is a point guard who has extreme trouble getting the ball up against pressure. It killed the Spurs in the playoffs last year, and I don't see a reason to give him time now when we have other players that have demonstrated the ability to play against pressure.

Beno is far too much of a gamble at this time to play very often, and that is why he will continue to ride the pine. It is possible that at some point Pop will give him a shot, but don't hold your breath. He hasn't given an reasons for anyone to be optimistic on his play.

[Slo spurs fan]

Then again how many airballs did vanX shot tonight (again)?

[Slo spurs fan]

Do you really want to compare the 2 players playoff resumes? Look man, this is an arguement you can't win. I understand you're a big fan of Beno but at some point you have to look at the reality that Beno is a point guard who has extreme trouble getting the ball up against pressure. It killed the Spurs in the playoffs last year, and I don't see a reason to give him time now when we have other players that have demonstrated the ability to play against pressure.

Beno is far too much of a gamble at this time to play very often, and that is why he will continue to ride the pine. It is possible that at some point Pop will give him a shot, but don't hold your breath. He hasn't given an reasons for anyone to be optimistic on his play.

Play him with Manu and Brent and we have a winning combination.

[Kori Ellis]

Where did I mentioned (spelling?) Beno?

You didn't.

I am explaining why VanExel is getting playing time. It's because they are obviously afraid Beno can't handle any pressure.

[Slo spurs fan]

You didn't.

I am explaining why VanExel is getting playing time. It's because they are obviously afraid Beno can't handle any pressure.

Then play Manu or Brent at the PG (when TP is resting offcourse)

[MannyIsGod]

Play him with Manu and Brent and we have a winning combination.

We have a winning combination with Finley in there with Manu and Brent.

Or Bowen with Manu and Brent. Or Parker with Manu and Brent. Or , Van X with Manu and Brent.

Sorry, Beno is the last option on this team as far as guards go.

[GoSpurs21]

You didn't.

I am explaining why VanExel is getting playing time. It's because they are obviously afraid Beno can't handle any pressure.

and NVE stepped up tonight during the second half pressure? Once again the Spurs won dispite NVE shooting too quickly in the 2nd half tonight

[timvp]

Then play Manu or Brent at the PG (when TP is resting offcourse)

Those are shooting guards.

Did you watch Game 1 when NVE was running hot? Link me to your post where you talked about it.

[Kori Ellis]

Then play Manu or Brent at the PG (when TP is resting offcourse)

Did you see game 1 when NVE scored 11 points in five or six minutes? That's why he's here. No player is going to do that every night. But the Spurs know he has it in him. And they know he's gutsy.

Parker played 44 minutes or something tonight. I don't know why you are even complaining that Nick played; he didn't play that much.

[Slo spurs fan]

We have a winning combination with Finley in there with Manu and Brent.

Or Bowen with Manu and Brent. Or Parker with Manu and Brent. Or , Van X with Manu and Brent.

Sorry, Beno is the last option on this team as far as guards go.

If I only had some internet searching skills I would show you that trio I mentioned works.

[Kori Ellis]

Again, if Beno hadn't choked in Houston, he would probably have gotten a chance tonight.

[Slo spurs fan]

Those are shooting guards.

Did you watch Game 1 when NVE was running hot? Link me to your post where you talked about it.

Yes I saw that game too. Did you see second half and airballs from your boy?

[Slo spurs fan]

Again, if Beno hadn't choked in Houston, he would probably have gotten a chance tonight.

Here I have to agree.

[GoSpurs21]

Did you see game 1 when NVE scored 11 points in five or six minutes? That's why he's here. No player is going to do that every night. But the Spurs know he has it in him. And they know he's gutsy.

Parker played 44 minutes or something tonight. I don't know why you are even complaining that Nick played; he didn't play that much.

the main reason NVE didnt play in the 2nd half tonight was because when he misses the oppenent scores too easily on the fast break...that means that nve still doesnt understand the Spurs system...if he makes the shots fine...but when he doesnt it leads to easy scores by the opponent cause nve sucks so much on defense

but you all keep loving on the washed up star and just maybe by the luck of god we will win dispite nve selfeshness

but hey nve is great during a blowout

[Slo spurs fan]

Those are shooting guards.

Did you watch Game 1 when NVE was running hot? Link me to your post where you talked about it.

VanX was great at the first half. BUT he has horroble shot selection

[Slo spurs fan]

NVE sux. That's all.

[picnroll]

NVE is the s. Beno sucks. - T Park

[Slo spurs fan]

NVE is the s. Beno sucks. - T Park & timvp

[xcoriate]

the main reason NVE didnt play in the 2nd half tonight was because when he misses the oppenent scores too easily on the fast break...that means that nve still doesnt understand the Spurs system...if he makes the shots fine...but when he doesnt it leads to easy scores by the opponent cause nve sucks so much on defense

but you all keep loving on the washed up star and just maybe by the luck of god we will win dispite nve selfeshness

but hey nve is great during a blowout

I think he understands perfectly. The thing is Pop has given him the green light because he understands what Van X can do in the playoffs.

[timvp]

When Van Exel plays at least 10 minutes, the Spurs are 3-0 in this series.

Oops.

[A-Train]

NVE is not afraid to push the ball and attack the rim. Both of those characteristics are sorely needed by the Spurs in this series. NVE also is fairly good at creating something out of nothing.

[leemajors]

i thought van exel did a great job of playing in control and distributing the ball. the zip pass to horry over bonzi's shoulder was incredible. he also did not fire up any 3s in transition. =o

[Jimcs50]

When Van Exel plays at least 10 minutes, the Spurs are 3-0 in this series.

Oops.

Did you notice that he did not take any 3 point shots? I think Pop told him to dish dish dish...he did a great job last night, and if he continues to play like that, he will help the Spurs a lot.

[SANANTOJAMES]

what are you crazy, Nick is bad. He brings good veteran leadership just ike robert. In the playoffs Ill take nick any day

[picnroll]

Let's see Nick 12.8 minutes, 4 points, .167 FG%, 1.8 As and .75 TOS. Beno 8.3 minutes .364 FG%, 4.5 points, 2.0 As and .25 TOs. Must be that .167 FG% that has you hard. Pop's still trying to milk a dead cow.