Woj: Spurs "Intrigued" by A'mare Stoudamire

[Ditty]

When was the last time a free agent said they would like to sign with SAS?

Its always "They seem like a good team" then they go find a hookers and coke team.

Diaw chose us over Boston, and Mills chose us over Houston. Also Corey Brewer said if Dallas didn't offer a third year he would of signed with the Spurs the next day back in 2011.

[Malik Hairston]

I thought were were past this myth already. The Spurs plug and play new players whenever it makes sense. Sure, new guys don't always get big minutes, but that's more a function of the team already having a strong rotation rather than their system requiring a long time to learn. Whenever there's a hole in the rotation, new players fill them rather quickly. Neal played stable playoff minutes his first season. Green was a starter during the 2012 run his first full season. Kawhi, obviously, and Diaw even more.

I disagree with Harlem that STAT wouldn't be able to fit with the Spurs. I think the bench could totally use a strong post scorer. The Spurs need some reliable points from their bigs, and only Tim seems able to provide them this season. Even with the defensive issues, it seems clear to me that Amar'e would have a ready-made role on the team, and that's more critical to his sucess than play knowledge.

Meh, depends what you mean..

As I said earlier, he does have some left in the tank, unlike scrubs like Granger and Caron Butler, and in theory, yes, the Spurs could use a strong post scorer that can create shots for himself..however, I think it's another case of a player wanting a bigger role than the Spurs can give him..Stoudemire is one of the most ISO-centric players in the NBA, statistically..that's partly due to the Knicks not having playmakers or a real system, sure, but I'm not sure if you can erase a player's habits in such a short time frame IMO..

He certainly has the skill-set to fit in, if he wants to, but I think his habits are too engrained to accept a peripheral role on a team that promotes ball-movement off the bench..Stoudemire still has a huge ego, based on all the comments he has made the past 2 years, and based on his style of play..

He's better suited for the Mavs, considering their bench is absolutely horrendous, tbh..

I wouldn't be upset with Stoudemire, since if Pop wants to acquire him, he's probably confident that he will fit, but I'm not convinced that the Spurs are even strongly interested..

The only potential post-trade buy-out(or however he could be acquired) big I would take is Brandon Bass..he's primarily a spot-up shooting big that has began to shoot 3s(albeit inefficiently) and specializes in the 16-20 foot range, but he can create for himself when it's required, too..he's been a ty defender the past season or 2, but maybe he'll be rejuvenated with a change of scenery..

Celtics have made it evident that they're shopping him, too..

[SupremeGuy]

And heeeeeeeeeeeere comes the "I don't care" and the "I never wanted him" posts that usually follow a tweet of his interest elsewhere.

Have you read the thread? The majority of people are saying they don't want him. The are you talking about?

[mavsfan1000]

Have you read the thread? The majority of people are saying they don't want him. The are you talking about?

They knew he wasn't coming.

[KL2]

Scared me for a sec. do not want at all. Terrible on both sides of the ball, one of the worst centers in the league, hasn't played a full season these past 3 years or so. This dude wants to go out West, good luck lmao. A Parker, Belli, Diaw, Stoudemire lineup would be the worst in the league by far defensively.

Spurs should be able to pick up something better, they need a backup SF.

[wildbill2u]

If he's not good enough this year for NY to keep him on their pathetic team, why would we want him?

[EVAY]

He is arriving on the same plane as the Oakland Raiders

[G-Dawgg]

His skill set is perfect match for us. He is probably the best pick and roll big man to ever play with Steve Nash. Also his mid range jumper, and size/athleticism would easily be a nice fit.

[Chomag]

How can you say his skill set is not a match for us when he is probably the best pick and roll big man to ever play with Steve Nash on Phoenix. Also his mid range jumper, and size/athleticism would easily be a perfit fit. Dude, did you just start watching basketball in the last year or two? Lol

Is? Dude, have you watched basketball in the last year or two? Lol

[ElNono]

[RD2191]

[Chomag]

Oh dear god cant breath!!! Thx Elnono!

[Russo21]

He can actually catch a basketball and put it in the basket unlike Splitter, Ayres

[moisaenz]

Is this the spam thread

[Russo21]

Most likely headed to Dallas

[SpurPadre]

Dallas bound and Spur fan will start a thread asking if we should be worried about the Stoudemire signing.

Nah, his defense makes Bonner's D look all world. He's just another old and still reeks of Sun's blood. him.

[outmap]

anyone know what amare has left?

Better than Ayres but not Baynes. Think McDyess when he was with the Spurs but with less defense.
If the Spurs sign him and cut Ayres, I'd be a happy man.

[ginobilized]

CIA Pop reverse intrigue so that Dallas goes harder after him
No athleticism left and low BB IQ

[TheGreatYacht]

[Biggems]

amare ing sucks. his basketball IQ is complete .

now, if we are going to add a big, I say we go after Larry Sanders, a defensive specialist, once the Bucks buy him out.

[DMC]

Not a Spurs type player. I could see him with the Clippers. These guys love to move to teams where they can hide in the roster and blame others for the outcome.

[DMC]

amare ing sucks. his basketball IQ is complete .

now, if we are going to add a big, I say we go after Larry Sanders, a defensive specialist, once the Bucks buy him out.

lol

Sanders is a joke. Defensive specialist.. lol

[benefactor]

amare ing sucks. his basketball IQ is complete .

now, if we are going to add a big, I say we go after Larry Sanders, a defensive specialist, once the Bucks buy him out.

...and a multiple time drug policy offender. How long have you followed the Spurs?

[Biggems]

...and a multiple time drug policy offender. How long have you followed the Spurs?

my entire life......Cadillac Anderson, Alvin Robertson, George Gervin, John Lucas.......just to name a few

I know Sanders has a history of drug abuse. That is why we sign him to a contract that doesn't hurt us if he screws up again. I honestly feel that it could be a win/win for both parties. We get a big who does have legit skills, when sober, and Sanders gets a fresh start and a chance to clean up his act and name before free agency hits this summer.

[Agloco]

I just like stirring the pot tbh

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