This raises an interesting point. It’s far better for the Spurs to trade Bowen and Oberto than to simply waive them. That goes without saying, but there, I’ve said it.

I really think the Spurs should do whatever they can to get Mr. Tiago Splitter in 2010. I have been watching all the games he’s played that I can on NBA TV and the internet, and I think he’s the real deal. I would be peeved if the Spurs did anything this summer that would make it hard for them to sign Splitter in 2010.

I know about putting all of one’s eggs in one basket, but he seems like the only person who could step in and help THIS Spurs team win a 5th title.

Just my 2-cents.

~jeff

The Spurs will be under the cap next year. Theoretically your scenario could work, but most players are not keen on being dumped after a year–they want a big contract, and they want it for as long as possible.

Tim

From what I’ve read, people expect things to go the other direction. The Jazz will let Boozer go and try to resign Milsap.

You’re correct, Finley continues to be paid by Mark Cuban. He’s made a couple hundred million in his career. So he’s not hurting for cash.

I think Finley stays. And his knowledge of the system would make him more or less as helpful as someone who is green behind the system ears. Obviously, what Fin has in knowledge he’s lost in athleticism. So it’s a lose-lose trade off.

If we made a deal with Charlotte, I see the Spurs asking for more. For example, I can see them giving up a pile of expiring deals for Gerald Wallace, Ray Felton and Ajinca–Ajinca, fwiw, is a player that I really like too, at least as someone to run in Austin.

Remember, the Spurs have other expiring contracts they could package with Oberto and Bowen. It’s just that those are fully guaranteed and the Oberto and Bowen are not.

In that scenario the Spurs would, as you suggest, be taking on a huge deal, like Vince Carter’s contract. A contract someone else really wants out from under. And, yes, that would blow up their 2010 plan. In addition to Carter, Richard Jefferson is a possibility. Rip Hamilton or Tayshaun Prince might be available. And it’s possible the Spurs could land a promising young player as a sweetener to take on a ugly deal. So, for example, the Knicks would likely include Lee is someone took Eddy Curry as part of the deal.

The Spurs draft at 37, 51 and 53.

Tim