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Well, his "camp" confirms it anyway.
Would be an interesting signing, we would have to trade a guard away to get him the minutes he would need.
http://www.woai.com/spurs/story.aspx...8-17B76ADE41DD
Antonio Daniels Confirms It; Spurs Showing Interest
LAST UPDATE: 7/12/2005 8:03:47 PM
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By Don Harris, News 4 WOAI
Could it be? A.D. back in S.A.? Not likely.
There are now numerous reports floating around that the Spurs are showing interest in Antonio Daniels. That may be true, but it doesn't mean he'll be back.
Daniels played great against the Spurs in the playoffs, and lives here in town. He will command a salary somewhere north of five million bucks a year.
So how could it happen?
We've got the inside scoop. We talked to Antonio's camp today, and confirmed that the Spurs have shown interest.
About the only way A.D. would be back in San Antonio is if somehow Seattle cooperates in a sign and trade deal. Right now, Seattle doesn't look to be cooperating.
Daniels left town Tuesday for Las Vegas where he is scheduled to meet with several teams in the next few days. Daniels told the Seattle Times Friday that the Heat, Lakers and Jazz have expressed interest in signing him. He told the newspaper it's likely he would visit with one of those teams next week.
Daniels, 30, hasn't started more than 32 games in a season since starting 50 as a rookie with Vancouver in 1997-98. He played in 75 games for Seattle last season and averaged career-highs in minutes (27), points (11.2) and rebounds (2.3).
Well, his "camp" confirms it anyway.
Would be an interesting signing, we would have to trade a guard away to get him the minutes he would need.
I think it's part bargaining ploy.
If the Spurs are interested it has to be good!
No way the Spurs are going to spend 5+MM on AD.
I agree. That is a lot of money for a backup PG.
It's what we pay Barry....
He'd probably have to be the one shipped out somewhere -- obviously not Seattle.
Don't see it happening for several reasons.
For Antonio's career, I think his best bets would be Cleveland or LA.
Ya think they want Shaggy back?
Daniels to LA Lakers would give them a big boost--Daniels, Kobe, and Odom. Then again, Daniels, Lebron, and Hughs are a pretty good Big Three also.
no. No way. Absolutely not.
Sure, he had a great series against us. That happens sometimes when players play against old teams.
But think of it this way: Was that Antonio's best playoff series performance ever? Probably. Is that the best he's ever played? Possibly. Is he likely to repeat that performance on a consistant basis: Highly unlikely.
Where does he fit in our rotation? I'd rather have Barry on the floor (passing, IQ), or Devin (defense, aggressiveness), or Beno (entry pass).
Remember that? Remember Antonio trying to lob the entry pass to David? At least Beno can get the ball into the post.
Let's move on, people.
antonio
we need him like we need more tahoes with w stickers
Yeah Barry played much better than Daniels last year.I'd rather have Barry on the floor (passing, IQ), or Devin (defense, aggressiveness), or Beno (entry pass).
Oh yeah, Beno was fantastic too.
in homers.
Are you for or against Barry, T-Park? I assumed for since he is your avatar pic but your post just now confused me.
Yeah, and Daniels is going to have a much better career than Barry.
AD had one good series. And has no upside.
We haven't even scratched the surface of what Brent Barry can do for this team. He had a tough time adjusting in his first year here, no question.
But if you'd rather have Antonio Daniels than Brent Barry, I reverse my stance:
You should be banned for a year.
Did you watch basketball last season? Antonio had an awesome YEAR, not one good series.AD had one good series. And has no upside.
That being said, I don't think it means much that his "camp" confirmed that the Spurs are interested. I'm sure the Spurs have made 100's of calls regarding possible free agents this summer. And Antonio's "camp" said 15-20 teams have expressed interest in him. He's likely to get a starting job and good money from someone.
he had an good year
i wouldnt mind him, but hes gonna want big money and a long contract
if wants to sign for 2 years a couple mil per year pick him up
but theres other priorities we should address
You're right. Antonio did have a good year. Probably the best of his career.
What are the chances he improves on that next year? What are the chances he even matches his success?
Jaren Jackson had a great year in his career, too.
Well, he put up very good numbers the year before as well - actually better shooting percentages than 2004-05. He just didn't plays as many minutes in 2003-04. For the last two seasons, he's also led the NBA (and been 2nd in the NBA) in assist-to-turnover ratio. So I think it's likely that he matches that same success.What are the chances he improves on that next year? What are the chances he even matches his success?
Don't get me wrong, I'm not advocating bringing AD here. I'm just saying that don't knock what the guy has done the past two seasons.
i'm sure it makes TD a happy camper to know that the Spurs are keeping an open mind with regard to his buddy AD. but it's time for AD to get paid. it won't happen here.
Antonio wouldn't be the first player to ever play above his head in a contract year. No thanks.
As for this "report", yeah, like an agent has never leaked that a certain team is interested in his player in order to generate action/higher bidding by other legitimate suitors.
Sounds like Antonio's "camp" is playing the public negotiating game by the book.
T Park doesn't care who the Spurs sign as long as he gets more free stuff from the Spurs for all the money he spends on them.
T-Park is a big cheer stick fan is he? = )
Daniels would be #4 on that team after Big Z. He is an all-star, after all.
Throw Gooden into the mix, and that's a very nice starting 5, though it's pretty soft in the middle.
He also wouldn't be the first point guard who finally figured the game out later in his career.
It's still not going to happen, though.
If the Heat can afford him, Starting next to Wade would be pretty kickass for Antonio, and Miami would really be able to turn up the defensive heat (no pun intended) with their backcourt.
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