Tiago Splitter to pick between Tau and Spurs soon

[Indazone]

Yeah, judging by his interviews, he really doesn't realize how much the Spurs need him. And knowing how the Spurs operate in this type of situation, they aren't going to go out of their way to sell him.

I can imagine the conversation:

Splitter: I like Tau. I like the city. I like my teammates. I can make more money here for the next three years. Why do you need me to join the Spurs?

Pop: We don't need you to join the program. We want you to join the club but we don't need you.

Splitter: Alright. What kind of minutes can I expect?

Pop: You'll get the minutes you deserve. I don't guarantee Tim Duncan minutes so I can't guarantee Tiago Splitter minutes.

Splitter: Do you think I'll be able to fit a role with the Spurs?

Pop: That's up to you.

Splitter:

I thought he'd be taking Oberto's minutes on the miniscule chance that he actually does come over?

[temujin]

Look at those YouTube videos...man the SPurs would be good if they landed him. Duncan's job would be about 10 times easier with that guy in the middle. And I can just imagine him running the break with Parker and Ginobili.

2 years time and Duncan will have to fight for his minutes with this kid.

The guy is that good.

10ppg and 6rpg in his rookie year, guaranteed.

[kobyz]

Did anybody notice the date of the article. 5/6/08. A month ago.

in europe the number of the day is first ofand the number of the month is second 5/6/08 - in europe = 6/5/08 - in usa

[MoSpur]

I would not be surprised if he stays over there because of the money. Its not uncommon for someone to take more money. However, him winning the championship may make him feel like, what else can I accomplish over here.

I just want him to announce it already so we can stop thinking about what he's gonna do and move on.

[Fernando TD21]

I wouldn't blame him if he chooses to stay there.

Is there a deadline for him to make the decision?

[rascal]

Agreed, it seems that he is really torn on which way to go. One problem is isn't sure what his role would be, which worries me on what the Spurs will or have said in regards to that.

If he beleives in himself and is good he should not be concerned about his role, he will be playing.

[degenerate_gambler]

If he's really torn then I think after Splitter has gotten input from those around him, he's going to ultimately take the easy, comfortable route and $tay.

[Penya]

Naw that's the crazy Euros putting the day before the month

Day<Monyh<Year

Our order is more logical than yours.

People in Vitoria say that Tiago WILL stay there.

[picnroll]

Looks like Rudy Fernandez has a pair and will sign with the Blazers.

http://hoopshype.com/rumors.htm

[Mr. Body]

Looks like Rudy Fernandez has a pair and will sign with the Blazers.

http://hoopshype.com/rumors.htm

Blazers are absolutely loaded with young talent. Plus a draft pick that could net them Joe Alexander, a guy they don't exactly need.

[GrandeDavid]

I'm not sure if he realizes he is almost exactly what the Spurs need now. Hopefully someone from the team explains how big a role he could play on this team for the next decade.

Its time for Duncan to pull a Robinson and fly over to Spain or wherever he is now together with Buford and Pop and recruit the out of this cat.

[Bartleby]

Its time for Duncan to pull a Robinson and fly over to Spain or wherever he is now together with Buford and Pop and recruit the out of this cat.

Manu would probably be a good person to take along for a number of reasons.

[ManuTim_best of Fwiendz]

-¿Qué le dice la otra parte, San Antonio?
-San Antonio me quiere ya ahí. Tampoco me pueden describir mi rol, pero sí me dicen que su entrenador, Popovich, suele tener muy apartados a los novatos. Eso es algo que debo tener en cuenta.

Since this part seems to be so interesting and critical, here's my best translation (I'll be as literal and give any options/nuances possible and let the reader decide).

-- What do they/it tell you the other part/side, San Antonio?

-- San Antonio wants me already there. (Tampoco is the opposite of tambien which means "as well" or "also") Neither can they describe me my role, but (he's either saying yes they do, or possibly if they do) they (not sure who "they" is Tau or someone else) tell me that their coach, Popovich, (solerse means to be accustomed to or in the habit of) is in the habit of to have very (apartados can be translated separated from, removed, or put aside) put aside the rookies. This is something that I should take into account.

Wow, Tiago's worried about the doghouse already.

I think Tony should also accompany Tim and Manu (for the "INTERVENTION!
"), while we're at it, tell Splitter that the situation is different, and more like Parker's for 2009. Where we needed a PG and Pop was more willing to take a chance.
What annoys me though (and it may be unwarranted), is the slight implication, that the guy doesn't believe or isn't proud enough to think he'll be good enough to show his talent, and prove himself to be an exception to Pop's reluctance to trust rookies.
The NBA has the greatest players and compe ion, if you love the game, you'd want to be there.
Hopefully these are the things that have kept us waiting, and he chooses the NBA NOW option.

[nkdlunch]

if he really has to think that hard to come to NBA or not. he is not ready and he will not come this year.

[nil.ball]

Luis 2.0

Loren Woods+2nd Round Pick+Cash for the rights to talk with Splitter!
G'it done!

[Indazone]

Luis 2.0

Loren Woods+2nd Round Pick+Cash for the rights to talk with Splitter!
G'it done!

^

lol you just know it's coming.

[AA2120]

im not getting my hopes up...

[Bartleby]

Luis 2.0

Loren Woods+2nd Round Pick+Cash for the rights to talk with Splitter!
G'it done!

hey, the one hit wonder is back. Get some new material, man. It wasn't even clever the first few times.

[SenorSpur]

I wouldn't blame him either if he decides to stay. To me, it would be the next crack in the front office's single-threaded, "all-Euro, all-the-time", drafting philosophy. Scola and Beno being the first two.

[TDMVPDPOY]

man i wonder....the players who have left this organization or still actively playing in the world, we can almost field a 2nd team with them....

javtokas
splitter
scola
beno
a.daniels
claxton
jax

then you have the studds who were at trainin camp over the years, getting there due around the world or on any other teams....

salmon
barnes

[Dex]

Please please please please please don't stick with Tau. I'm gonna be really pissed if this offseason ends up starting with another draft flub.

Splitter needs to see from Manu and Tony that if you deserve to be out on the court, you'll get the time. Even as a rookie.

[Buddy Holly]

If Timothy F Duncan can't score endorsement deals in SA there's no way that Splitter's gonna get anything playing here. I don't think HEB pays all that well.

I hope he'll come but unless someone is going to sign him to a $5M/year "personal services contract" he ain't comin'.

Tim makes 3.5 million in endorsements. That's better than most in the NBA.

People like Paul Pierce, Ray Allen, Antawn Jamison, Amare Stoudemire, Baron Davis, Jermaine O'Neal, Jason Kidd make less than Duncan in endorsements.

[Buddy Holly]

Luis 2.0

Loren Woods+2nd Round Pick+Cash for the rights to talk with Splitter!
G'it done!

Did you just copy and paste this same lame ass post from the other Splitter thread?

[mystargtr34]

^

lol you just know it's coming.

you act like your Front Office drafted Tiago Splitter.... instead you took Aaron Brooks

[Marcus Bryant]

Tim makes 3.5 million in endorsements. That's better than most in the NBA.

People like Paul Pierce, Ray Allen, Antawn Jamison, Amare Stoudemire, Baron Davis, Jermaine O'Neal, Jason Kidd make less than Duncan in endorsements.

Not to mention Splitter would have some possibilities in his homeland...