Spurs leading race to sign McDyess...

[lurker23]

I think the Spurs is the best offer. If he doesn't accept is because he really doesn't want San Antonio

My thoughts exactly. It's highly doubtful that anyone will match this offer, much less exceed it.

[tomtom]

I'll believe it when I see it, MLE seems a bit expensive for him but he could be a decent trade asset the season after

[Mr. Body]

Wish I knew who the 260 guests watching this thread were....

McDyess's extended family?

[anonoftheinternets]

if this doesnt work, it really has nothing to do with spurs FO. I hope dice is not blinded by his loyalty. Cmon Dice, u can win a 'ship as a starter and contribute actively here. sign HERE _______________

[crc21209]

Spurs out in front for McDyess
By Jeff McDonald on Jul 7, 09 05:14 PM | Permalink | Comments (0) Save & Share Yahoo! BuzzYahoo! Newsvine del.icio.us Facebook Google Reddit Fark
The Spurs have emerged as the frontrunner in the chase to land free-agent forward Antonio McDyess.

According to a league executive with knowledge of the negotiations, the Spurs have offered McDyess a three-year deal starting at the full mid-level exception, with the third year partially guaranteed.
It has been widely speculated that McDyess, 34, will play only two more years. If the Spurs' rumored bid is true, the Spurs have essentially sweetened their best offer by guaranteeing McDyess a bit of money for retirement in 2011-12.

The 6-foot-9 McDyess emerged as the Spurs' top target after Rasheed Wallace -- McDyess' former teammate in Detroit -- agreed to terms with Boston earlier this week. He is also being pursued by Cleveland and Orlando.

http://blogs.mysanantonio.com/weblog...out-in-fr.html

Alright 3 year deal I bet sounds pretty good to Dice right about now, now just agree to it damn it!

[rayray2k8]

if this doesnt work, it really has nothing to do with spurs FO. I hope dice is not blinded by his loyalty. Cmon Dice, u can win a 'ship as a starter and contribute actively here. sign HERE _______________

someone just posted that Dice might not go back to Detroit.

[EricB]

McDyess's extended family?

Members of the media. Fo person. Ya never know

[vednam]

I'm worried that if McDyess does come, he'll turn out to be Kurt Thomas 2.0


I still wish Rasheed were available. McDyess doesn't have Sheed's length or his ability to stretch the floor.

[EricB]

Mcdyess is a great jumpshooter and can spread the floor. WTF?!??

[DPG21920]

I'm worried that if McDyess does come, he'll turn out to be Kurt Thomas 2.0


I still wish Rasheed were available. McDyess doesn't have Sheed's length or his ability to stretch the floor.

I agree my friend, but the Sheed is gone. There is nothing you can do about that now if you are the FO. You have to play the cards you are dealt. Dice is the best available, so you must target him.

[crc21209]

I'm worried that if McDyess does come, he'll turn out to be Kurt Thomas 2.0


I still wish Rasheed were available. McDyess doesn't have Sheed's length or his ability to stretch the floor.

Dice is more athletic for his age, mobile, can rebound better, score more, and possibly defend better or the same as Kurt Thomas.

[Sense]

McDyess is solid....

I'm sure he will not dissappoint like others have.

[rayray2k8]

Ask Maggette.

Blessing in disguise.. Who know Mason would have been the better fit??

[Marcus Bryant]

Spurs out in front for McDyess
By Jeff McDonald on Jul 7, 09 05:14 PM | Permalink | Comments (0) Save & Share Yahoo! BuzzYahoo! Newsvine del.icio.us Facebook Google Reddit Fark
The Spurs have emerged as the frontrunner in the chase to land free-agent forward Antonio McDyess.

According to a league executive with knowledge of the negotiations, the Spurs have offered McDyess a three-year deal starting at the full mid-level exception, with the third year partially guaranteed.
It has been widely speculated that McDyess, 34, will play only two more years. If the Spurs' rumored bid is true, the Spurs have essentially sweetened their best offer by guaranteeing McDyess a bit of money for retirement in 2011-12.

The 6-foot-9 McDyess emerged as the Spurs' top target after Rasheed Wallace -- McDyess' former teammate in Detroit -- agreed to terms with Boston earlier this week. He is also being pursued by Cleveland and Orlando.

http://blogs.mysanantonio.com/weblog...out-in-fr.html

Makes sense, just like Bowen's (IIRC), other than being for the full MLE. They could conceivably find another deal like the Jefferson deal using a partially guaranteed contract(s).

[DPG21920]

KT was a much better defender than McDyess. Not on the perimeter, but down low for sure.

[lefty]

Why do the Spurs need to sweeten the deal? What part of 'joining a championship contender' needs sweetening???

Because today's NBA players have an ego

[vednam]

I agree my friend, but the Sheed is gone. There is nothing you can do about that now if you are the FO. You have to play the cards you are dealt. Dice is the best available, so you must target him.

I hear you, but my comments are made with the thought that the FO didn't push real hard for Sheed (as some have speculated, though they could be wrong). If they could sweeten the deal for Dice, why not for Sheed?


Anyway, I just hope MyDyess doesn't get old in a hurry. The addition of Blair gives me more hope for the overall depth.

[Sense]

Mcdyess is a great jumpshooter and can spread the floor. WTF?!??

Yeah?

[DPG21920]

Makes sense, just like Bowen's (IIRC), other than being for the full MLE. They could conceivably find another deal like the Jefferson deal using a partially guaranteed contract(s).

Do you think that is likely? Another 3 for 1? Then will they fill up with minimum contracts for the youth group?

[jacobdrj]

if this doesnt work, it really has nothing to do with spurs FO. I hope dice is not blinded by his loyalty. Cmon Dice, u can win a 'ship as a starter and contribute actively here. sign HERE _______________

That could be a problem. He wants to win a a bench guy.
He prefers coming off the bench.

[lefty]

Can we sigh Dice and keep Gooden at the same time ??????????

[jacobdrj]

KT was a much better defender than McDyess. Not on the perimeter, but down low for sure.

KT was a better defender, no doubt. But McD is no slouch. His offensive production should make up for it.

[Mugen]

I'm worried that if McDyess does come, he'll turn out to be Kurt Thomas 2.0


I still wish Rasheed were available. McDyess doesn't have Sheed's length or his ability to stretch the floor.

KT was real solid for us while he was here and Dice would still be an upgrade over him.

no wonder you're a laker fan.

[Marcus Bryant]

Do you think that is likely? Another 3 for 1? Then will they fill up with minimum contracts for the youth group?

Could be. If he doesn't want to play 3 more years, then he'd get a little $ for retirement and another team would get some cap relief, just like the Bucks did.

I do think the Spurs are trying to set themselves to win a championship(s) in the final three seasons of Duncan's career and transition to life after him. In the case of McDyess, both goals might be met.

[loveforthegame]

I hear you, but my comments are made with the thought that the FO didn't push real hard for Sheed (as some have speculated, though they could be wrong). If they could sweeten the deal for Dice, why not for Sheed?

Maybe the Spurs offered Wallace the same deal and was still declined?