Spurscast #196: Mass Effect, Kitty Vader and the Fail Count

Written by Michael A. De Leon on .

Michael and Jeff were live to recap Monday night's Spurs-Hornets game.

Just like most post game shows, we broke down each quarter with analysis, and highlighted some positives and negatives throughout the game. We also had Sarah from HornetsHype on to help us recap the game and talk about things from a Hornets point of view.

All things were going according to plan as we went through the show until Mass Effect, the fail count and kitty vader took over and we never seemed to get this train back on the rails. For all of the hilarity, along with the actual Spurs postgame, press play below.

 

 

The Admiral Challenge

Written by Michael A. De Leon on .

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PinkDingo also has options to make recurring donations and a $1 donation every time the Spurs win a game.

To this date, over $12,000 has been donated. Let's see if we can increase that even more. But if you want a chance to sit courtside, get in your donations soon, because the challenge ends tomorrow.

Top 5 Finley Moments

Written by Jeff Garcia on .

By now all of Spurs nation heard the news that Michael Finely has been waived by the team. After coming back from injury, he really couldn't crack the rotation. His minutes were down and in the end, the Spurs honored his request to be released so he can play for a contending team.

However, while he was with the Spurs, he gave Spurs fans some memorable moments. Who would have thought a former Dallas Maverick and Phoenix Sun, signed by the Spurs on September 2, 2005, would have a place in the hearts of Spurs fans.

With that being said, here are the top 5 Michael Finley moments.

5. Finley sends the game into overtime

4. Posterization of Erick Dampier

3. Finley buries the Denver Nuggets

2. Finley's clutch three on the Suns

1. Finley wins first NBA Championship

Thanks Finley for the great memories you gave Spurs fans.

Finley in his own words

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Spurscast Live - Hornets Postgame

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Manu wishes Finley luck

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After the Spurs announced today they have waived Michael Finely, Manu Ginobili said the following about his former teammate.

Class act Manu!

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Spurs Release Finley

Written by Jeff Garcia on .

According to Marc Stein of ESPN, the Spurs have released guard Michael Finley.

Just filed to ESPN.com: Spurs agree to release former All-Star and Stein Line fave Michael Finley so Fin can sign elsewhere before playoffs

With Finley's departure, this opens the door for Malik Hairston to perhaps get more minutes on the court. Plus, Finley has not had much time on the court since coming back from injury. Basically, he fell out of the rotation. Not to mention this move cut more salary off the Spurs book.

Stay with Project Spurs for all the latest on this move by the Spurs.

UPDATE:

The Spurs have officially announced they have waived Finley.

Today, to honor Michael Finley's request to be released from his contract, the San Antonio Spurs waived the veteran guard. This move will allow Finley to sign with another team and be eligible to participate in the 2010 NBA Playoffs.

"Michael Finley was an outstanding professional during his time with the Spurs," said Spurs Head Coach Gregg Popovich. "Both on and off the court he was great example for all to follow."

 

Spurs vs. Suns Recap

Written by Jeff Garcia on .

After losing to the Houston Rockets, the Spurs came back to San Antonio to take on the Phoenix Suns. And in typical Spurs vs. Suns games, it came down to the final minutes.

The Suns came into this game on a 5-game winning streak and brought their high-scoring offense to San Antonio.

Let's fast-forward to the fourth quarter.

It was a close game in the waning moments of the game and the Spurs were up by two points. Then, off a Spurs turnover, the Suns' Jason Richardson had a chance to tie the game.

He had an uncontested dunk when this happened.

Also, Steve Nash passed up a wide open three-point shot opportunity to tie the game but instead, he passed the ball to Suns' Channing Frye as the clock expired.

Suns lose to the Spurs. Final score 113-110, Spurs win.

Spurs fans can add this to the list of Suns failures against the Spurs along with Suns players coming off the bench in the Spurs vs. Suns playoff series when Robert Horry and Steve Nash got tangled up thus gaining suspensions for the next game, leaving Roger Mason wide open for a buzzer-beating three, never understanding defense wins championships, Nash passing up a three-point shot in today's game, and the constant playoff dismissals by the Spurs.

Now for some stats:

  • Richard Jefferson came off the bench for 20 points.  Spurs are 6-0 when RJ scores 20 or more points. Hopefully Spurs fans will see more of this to end the season.
  • Tim Duncan had 21 points and 10 rebounds.
  • Antonio McDyess left the game with an injury scare, hyper-extending his left knee, but did come back into the game finishing with 12 points and nine rebounds.
  • Tony Parker returned after dealing with stomach ailments, scoring 16 points.
  • Spurs bench scored 55 points, led by Manu Ginobili's 21 points and DeJuan Blair with 14 points.
  • Spurs shot 4-14 (28.6%) from the three-point line, 23-28 (82%) from the free-throw line, committed 11 turnovers, and grabbed 41 rebounds.
  • The Spurs beat an above .500 team and move their record to 33-24. They remain seventh in the Western Conference.

Manu Straight To The Point

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Last night the Spurs did not play a full four quarters of basketball and lost to the Houston Rockets. From the tip-off until late in the fourth quarter, the Spurs were just getting out-worked in every facet of the game. Poor shooting, lack of defense, and turnovers doomed the Spurs.

Though they did make a comeback in the fourth, it was too late. Final score from Houston was Rockets 109, Spurs 104.

After the game, Manu Ginobili said this on Twitter. Let's just say he was straight to the point about the Spurs performance. He pretty much summed up most of the Spurs season.

End of the Week Links - 02/27

Written by Robby Lim on .

The Spurs went 1-1 for the week. They started off with a nice win over the Oklahoma City Thunder where Manu reminded us that he's still, well, Manu Ginobili. Then they lost to the Houston Rockets failing to complete a comeback attempt.

Now on to the links.
  • NBA.COM - Spurs.com's Ben Hunt caught up with Spurs General Manager R.C. Buford for an exclusive post-trade deadline interview.
  • 48 Minutes of Hell - Timothy Varner made a nice run down of Manu Ginobili's scoring spurt in the closing minutes of the 4th quarter against the Detroit Pistons.
  • ESPN - Henry Abbott on Manu Ginobili's iron will.
  • San Antonio Express News - Buck Harvey confirmed that Manu Ginobili is not normal. Well, he is actually Batman wearing jersey # 20 and plays for the Spurs.
  • SLAM Online - Adam Fleischer's interview with George Hill is a must read.
  • WOAI - Humberto Cervera talked about Manu Ginobili’s new move and some interesting Spurs rituals.
  • San Antonio Express News - Buck Harvey questioned the Spurs for not making a run at Marcus Camby at the trade deadline.
  • NBA.COM - Ken Rodriguez shares us this great story about Manu's beginnings as a basketball player in Bahia Blanca.
  • Bleacher Report - Robert Kleeman says that Richard Jefferson's wake up call starts with Spurs' trade deadline silence. It's about time you step up big time RJ!
  • San Antonio Express News - Mike Monroe believes that trades in the West means bad news for Spurs.
  • MLive - Patrick Hayes thinks that the San Antonio Spurs are not a good comparison for the Detroit Pistons.
  • San Antonio Express News - Mike Monroe reported on Popovich's plan to play Richard Jefferson as a small forward. That means less small ball lineup for the Spurs. Hooray!
  • NBA.COM - Spurs.com's Ben Hunt recently had the chance to talk with Spurs legend David Robinson about how the Spurs are making a difference in the San Antonio Community and his visions for giving.
  • Bleacher Report -  Chad Smith gave his list of the 5 Most Underrated NBA Point Guards. Find out who is on the list.
  • Greg’s Views On The State of The Nation - Gregory Moore talked about the block that was felt in Spurs land.
  • San Antonio Express News - Jeff McDonald thinks that Manu was possessed in the Spurs' win over the Oklahoma City Thunder.
  • ESPN - Henry Abbott tell us that good players aren't afraid to touch teammates. He even goes on saying that "As a supportive teammate, one of my favorite players has always been Tim Duncan..."
  • Pounding the Rock! - Tim C. taking a poll on the Spurs offseason needs.
In case you missed them, here are some great reads from us here on Project Spurs.
Once again, the Spurs couldn't sustain momentum after a big win. Maybe they'll get it done in the next few games. Winning their upcoming game against the Phoenix Suns would be a nice start!

Enjoy reading and have a great weekend!