With the Spurs playing mediocre at best and last night's loss to the Lakers still fresh on Spurs fans minds, we here at Project Spurs thought we have some fun and lighten the mood.
This year's Spurs team has plenty of good three point shooters. When players such as Keith Bogans, or Mike Finley line up and from the three-point line, chances are great the ball is going in the basket.
However, in this year's NBA Three-Point Shootout in Dallas, no Spur was selected to participate. But don't fret. We here at Project Spurs looked at the current roster and chose five players with the best percentage from the three-point line to participate in the Project Spurs' 2010 All-Spur Three-Point Shootout.
Here are the participants.
Michael Finley
Though only played a few games this season for the Spurs, Finley is a reliable three-point threat for the Spurs. This season he is averaging 37% from behind the arch. He can nail the three from anywhere behind the arch. Just ask the Phoenix Suns.
Money! There is a reason why Roger Mason has this nickname. If he is taking a three, more than likely the ball is finding its way into the basket. In his first season with the Spurs, he made the Clippers, Suns and Lakers pay for leaving him wide open. He also was a contestant in the 2009 NBA Three-Point Shootout and finished with 13 points. This season Mason is averaging 39% from the three-point line.
Hill's game is developing before our eyes and one area he has gotten better at is his three-point shooting. This season he is averaging 38% from the arch and even showed the Lakers he can hit a buzzer-beating three pointer.
Bonner can light it up from beyond the arch. His stroke might look awkward but Spurs fans can rest easy knowing Bonner is setting up for a three-point shot in a game. He is perhaps the most reliable three-point shooter on the team. This season he is shooting 39% from the three-point line.
Known more for his defensive presence on the court, Bogans has shown he can hit the three. Especially from the corners. But will this translate in this three-point shootout? For the season, Bogans is shooting 38% from the arch.
There is the field Spurs fans. The racks are ready, the money ball is ready, and the clock is ready to go. All five guys can hit the shot but only one can be crowned a winner. Who is going to win it? Leave us your thoughts and pick the winner.
Come back tomorrow when we will host the Project Spurs 2010 All-Spur Dunk Contest.
Well not really eight guys for this episode but we still managed to get six guys to join . In this episode we had Rey Moralde from The No Look Pass, Glenn Moore from the Dug Out Sports Show, Jared Wade from 8 Points, 9 Seconds & Both Teams Played Hard, Zach Harper from Cowbell Kingdom & Talk Hoops, John Karalis from Reds Army, and myself.
In this brand spanking new episode, which was co-hosted by myself and John Karalis, we discuss Kevin Garnett's knee and realize John likes to see no evil, hear no evil and speak no evil. We also discuss the All-Star game, who got snubbed, and Glenn Moore takes issue with being called a "typical Cavs fan." I tried my best to cool him down. Also how much of a trooper is Zach? Guy manned up and came on the show even though he lost his voice and could barely speak.
Unfortunately Mike De Leon could not join the show but I did give a state of the Spurs address and propose what they need to trade for before the end of the trade deadline.
"Last night, I was watching the Spurs-Blazers game and about 8 minutes into the 1st quarter, David Aldridge said that the Spurs aren't going to re-sign Manu? If that's so we definetly should trade him. I know that he's definetly a game changer and we wouldn't have won those titles without him, but he's on a decline. We should try and trade him for Bosh or even Granger, and keep RJ because I think he would be more comfortable and we will still have the big 3! But what I'm getting at, did I seriously hear that we aren't going to re-sign Manu? Instead of him going to a possible contender next year like Boston, Cleveland, Nuggets or the feared Lakers, then we should make a trade for him if we are not going to re-sign him." - Samir Patel
Samir,
You heard right, and according to a few of our sources, this is no surprise. I can't help but think this is a mistake though. Sure, Manu's had his share of injuries, but I've said for quite some time that I think the Spurs could work out a deal to keep Manu short-term at a reduced contract.
Manu has said money isn't an issue any more so I don't understand why they couldn't offer him a reduced salary as part of a 2-year extension where the second year is a team option. Currently, Manu is making $10.7 million a year. To stay a Spur, I think Manu would take $6 million a year and I think that is a fair amount to pay him.
If they were so concerned about cutting costs, why would they ever offer Antonio McDyess a guaranteed three-year contract starting at $4.5 million a year.
Manu's stats may be down across the board, but yet he's still averaging more than Richard Jefferson in points, assists and steals in five less minutes a game. Manu also plays hard on both sides of the floor. If that sounds like a shot at Jefferson, it should. Jefferson is set to make $15 million next year, yet the Spurs can't offer $6 million to Manu, one of few Spurs who seems to have some passion and intensity left.
If they can't sign Manu, they should at least attempt to trade him for a young, athletic swingman or center. I'd rather get something instead of nothing. I do know that I'm not ready to see Manu in another jersey, but I also know Bosh and Granger are not realistic. Tyrus Thomas is more on the money of what we could expect in return.
For more on San Antonio without Manu, be sure to check out Lance Fell's article posted last week.
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Don't be an asterisk. No we are not talking about Phil Jackson's snide remark regarding the Spurs 1999 NBA title.
Project Spurs was asked to help promote the "Don't Be An Asterisk" campaign aimed at preventing young men and women from using steroids in sports in conjunction with the upcoming Winter Olympics. Obviously, we were honored we were asked to assist in this campaign.
Some of the facts on the website about steroids were eye-opening and somber. The effects of steroid use on the body of men and women are devastating. Also there are testimonials from the athletes competing in the upcoming Winter Olympics. Testimonials from Jennifer Rodriguez (Long Track Speed Skating) discussing steroids to Manuel Guerra, Jr. (Sledge Hockey) on his training regiment, the website is something all young athletes must visit.
Please visit the "Don't Be An Asterisk" website by clicking HERE and check out the official facebook page by clicking HERE.
Michael and Jeff went live on Friday night to recap the first two games of the Rodeo Road trip, preview tonight's game against the Clippers and go on a long-winded rant about the current state of the Spurs. You can listen to the full 2-hour show by clicking play below (mp3 file coming soon).
Thanks to News 4 WOAI's Humberto Cervera, Mr. X Sports, Dave and Peter from the No Look Pass, KWAPT and everyone else who called in and chatted with us live.
Our next live show will be on Monday for the Lakers game. We'll go live pregame and postgame and we'll be chatting throughout the game.
The Spurs started their road trip with a win in Sacramento, but Tony Parker's return was not enough to get it done in Portland. They will try to bounce back as they continue their road trek in Los Angeles tonight to face the Clippers.
Now time for some Spurs readings.
KENS 5 - David Flores says that the Spurs have enough time to turn around the season
San Antonio Express News - Mike Monroe tells us that Duncan thinks that this year's Rodeo Road Trip could be the most important one for the Spurs.
48 Minutes of Hell - With the trade deadline looming, Timothy Varner suggested some roster shake up for the Spurs.
ESPN - Seth Landman gave advise to fantasy owners about four NBA All-Stars worth trading including Tim Duncan.
Bleacher Report - Despite their recent struggles, Robert Kleeman still believes in Tim Duncan and the San Antonio Spurs. We share the same sentiment.
Euroleague - Caja Laboral gave reported about Tiago Splitter's recent injury. Thankfully it doesn't sound so serious.
San Antonio Express News - Mike Monroe thinks that the best may have yet to come for McDyess and the Spurs. I hope he's right!
Hoopsworld - Luke Byrnes talked about who's hot in the NBA right now... George Hill made it to the list.
The Sacramento Bee - Sam Amick talked about the frustrations in Sacramento after the Kings' loss to the Spurs.
48 Minutes of Hell - Andrew McNeill thinks that the Spurs should not rock the boat... Too much.
KENS 5 - Dan Oshinsky gave us 8 reasons to be excited about the Spurs' Rodeo Road Trip
San Antonio Express News - Jeff McDonald discussed about the Spurs' shooting slump. The fix? According to the Spurs, shooters just need to keep shooting.
Bleacher Report - Hadarii Jones gave us a list of 10 NBA Players that needs to be returned to their senders. Guess who's on the list?
KENS 5 - Dan Oshinsky takes a closer look at LatinD's own Rodeo Road Trip to the United States. Great read. Best of luck David! Have a safe trip!
Also check out some great articles from us at Project Spurs this past week.
Michael De Leon and Jeff Garcia reviewed the Spurs at midpoint and were joined by special guest Humberto Cervera of San Antonio's News 4 WOAI in their latest Spurscast. A MUST LISTEN for all Spurs fans. Humberto gave the inside info on the Spurs, Coach Pop, and a reason Ian Mahinmi has underachieved.
The Spurs are 1-1 so far on the Rodeo Road Trip. Squeaking out a win against the Kings and losing a close one to the Blazers. Oh and this happened! Guess the Kings scouting crew forgot Manu likes to go left.
For tonight's game against the Portland Trailblazers, I collaborated with Sophia Brugato of another Bloguin blog, Bust a Bucket. We've had Matt from Bust a Bucket on the Spurscast before to preview a game, so it made sense to go back to them for tonight's Q&A. Here are Sophia's answers to my questions:
1. With Oden and Przybilla injured for the year, what will Portland have to do to keep Tim Duncan from taking over the game?
Keep the ball out of his hands. LaMarcus, Batum and to some degree Pendergraph will have to work together to cover him. I assume mostly Batum and Aldridge will have much of the "guard Timmy" assignment.
2. Who is the Blazers' go-to man without Brandon Roy?
Anyone. It literally changes every night. I think tonight , the Blazers will need Bayless to attack inside over and over again and LaMarcus to have a phenominal offensive showing in order to win.
3. The Blazers have beat the Spurs without some of their best players before. What do they have to do to do it again and sweep the season series?
See above :)
4. Andre Miller went off for 52 points but then went 3 of 13 against the Jazz. Which Andre will we see tonight?
Who knows, it all is a matter of matchups. Against the Jazz he had some not-so-favorable matchups (guarded by Williams etc.) The point is, Miller can score, just depends on his teammates, Nates lineups and the opposing guards .
5. What are your thoughts on the Blazers now that we are past midseason. Have they lived up to your expectations?
I have no expectations . That pretty much sums up my feelings as a fan this season.
6. Prediction time. Who wins, by what score and why?
Blazers by 6 because they are tired and will speed up the pace, allowing the Spurs runs that will keep score close but eventually come away with the win.
Make sure to visit Bust a Bucket for my answers to Sophia's questions and for some great Blazers coverage.
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