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Hey Dusty.
I was very pleased with Kurt Thomas' play last night. He came into the game and made an imediate impact. It takes a tough vet to do that. He just seems to know where to be and already seems to have a feel for the system. I know it's early, but I've got a feeling he's gonna be big for us down the stretch. Sometimes, with some guys you just know it's a great fit from top to bottom. For me, he's definately one of em. Plus he looks damn sexy in a Spurs uni. Yes I do already have a man crush on Kurt.
Any thoughts? BTW as you can see, this is my first post. I recently "left" another leading forum and decided on settling down here. Takes a while to get to know you guys, but so far I like what I see. Things seem a little more liberal over here. Thanks for having me
Hey Dusty.
I agree with you. Kurt is going to pay HUGE dividends to this team during this stretch drive and on into the playoffs. Good understanding of the game. Tough, physical defender and an awesome rebounder. Deosn't have much lateral quickness at this stage of this career, but can always drain that baseline jumper. He's a real pro.
I remember watching him over the years and have long thought he'd be a good fit here. I'm sure he'll prove me right.
Welcome to the forum!
I really liked what I saw from Kurt. Come playoff time he will be properly acclimated to the team and prove to be a real asset. We now have the toughest Bigs in the league.
Welcome.
"A little more liberal" could be the understatement of the day.
You can say spurs report here.
Kurt Thomas definately impressed me last night...But then again, i was expecting him to.
o and welcome.
I think this has been an excellent addition. Dude looks like he was born to be a Spur.
When u realize that in 20 some less minutes than Duncan, he had 1 less rebound and 1 less block, I think he is going to take some of the defensive burden off Tim.
Now if the guy can just manage to put up around 10 or so a game, I think we have a winner.
I was amazed at how well adjusted he looked on the defensive end last night. Obviously covering a guy 1 on 1 in the post is going to be most the same on any team, but he seemed to have a good grasp on the entire defensive system which has flummoxed so many new comers.
Obviously there are much tougher tests for him on this team to come, but he definitely showed that his reputation as a smart player and consumate professional is very well deserved.
bye bye Oberto.
Said this elsewhere, but here's a good place too...
The first pick he set...absolutely rock-solid. It made me realize just how sloppy most of the screens the other Spurs set are. It was immediately noticeable.
Nice post and welcome.
The more the merrier!
Great pick up boys. I have always liked Kurt's game and have lobbied for him to go to the Lakers. He'll definitely help, although a little undersized he plays bigs very well.
Meanwhile, for all his offensive talents, Gasol is soft as charmin on defense and Bynum, even if healthy, is out of position a lot. Lakers for all the media enthusiasm ought to temper their hopes for the post-season.
It's not just the media and their fans.
From what I read here in Southern California the Lakers themselves, and Phil, have heads full of steam. They have no doubt that they are le contenders now and in the foreseeable future.
I was struck by that as well.
He also made a tremendous outlet pass to Parker during the third quarter.
Little things can add up.
Gasol is an excellent finisher, as good as Kobe's had since Shaq, and should continue to flourish since other teams don't have the luxury of throwing multiple bodies at him like they could when he was in Memphis. Any team that can't defend the Lakers straight up is going to have problems. I'm pretty happy with the defensive matchups the Spurs can throw at them.
Thank you. I'd rather not mention_____ here. Kinda makes meWelcome.
"A little more liberal" could be the understatement of the day.
You can say spurs report here.
Everyone seems a lot chiller and more open here. Sometimes things get a bit heated when discussing sports and I for one appreciate an open forum where all are welcome and free to speak their minds regardless of power-tripping "mods" who still haven't quite given up their dreams of s om. That's not a bash at all mods, just certain ones whom I would presume know who they are. Anywho, I hope I can contribute something to these forums and if I happen to say something that some might find offensive, I apologize and I encourage you to call me out on it. I am a passionate person, especially when it comes to our boys so I get heated at times. But I've got love for all. So thank you all for the welcome and here's to what should be an interesting and victorious stretch run in 08
I think you are a bit over confident. There is a reason EVERYONE has the Lakers ranked #1 AND the team to beat.
It's called media hype.
media hype?
Oh no, the dreaded mid-season non-binding NBA media rankings.
uh, try best midseason trade.
Well, you then.Thank you. I'd rather not mention_____ here. Kinda makes me
Everyone seems a lot chiller and more open here. Sometimes things get a bit heated when discussing sports and I for one appreciate an open forum where all are welcome and free to speak their minds regardless of power-tripping "mods" who still haven't quite given up their dreams of s om. That's not a bash at all mods, just certain ones whom I would presume know who they are. Anywho, I hope I can contribute something to these forums and if I happen to say something that some might find offensive, I apologize and I encourage you to call me out on it. I am a passionate person, especially when it comes to our boys so I get heated at times. But I've got love for all. So thank you all for the welcome and here's to what should be an interesting and victorious stretch run in 08
Everyone thinks the icecaps are melting due to cars, too. The NBA's hard-on is for Lakers vs. Lakers, and ESPN/ABC's hard-on is for ratings now that their contract is signed. The only thing all those rankings do is give the Lakers no excuse for failing to get out of the west. As a Spurs fan, I'm all broken up at the lack of media attention commanded by my team.
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