Boris Diaw anybody?

[vnzla81]

Ok so it looks like the Bobcats are going to buy Boris Diaw out, at this moment we need a big in the second unit that could pass the ball, get some rebounds and score a bit, I think we need a guy like Diaw, a guy that can facilitate the offense in the second unit and who knows? Maybe he can play in West place when West feels like not showing up to play like yesterday.

what do you guys think?

[BRushWithDeath]

Re: Boris Diaw anybody?

No.

[Kstat]

I don't see any reason why not. He brings a passing dimension Indiana lacks.

[BRushWithDeath]

Re: Boris Diaw anybody?

I don't see any reason why not. He brings a passing dimension Indiana lacks.

He's 350 pounds.

[vnzla81]

Re: Boris Diaw anybody?

He's 350 pounds.

More like 270/280, he was 240 in Phoenix.

[vnzla81]

Re: Boris Diaw anybody?

Here are his numbers for those that want to know:

7.4 ppg. 5.3apg and 4.3rpg, he averages as many APG as our starting point guard.

[rexnom]

Re: Boris Diaw anybody?

Perfect. Would he sign with us? Any way to know his preferences?

[vnzla81]

Re: Boris Diaw anybody?

Here is a good article about Diaw:

http://blog.mysanantonio.com/spursnation/2012/03/13/tp-would-like-to-see-boris-diaw-possibly-join-the-spurs/

Spurs guard Tony Parker wants his French national teammate Boris Diaw to join the Spurs if Diaw accepts a buyout from his current team, the Charlotte Bobcats. (Photo by GUILLAUME BONNAUD/AFP/Getty Images)
There’s been a lot of speculation about Boris Diaw being cut by Charlotte in a roster move around the trade*deadline.

If the Bobcats decide to purge themselves of the versatile French forward, Tony Parker would love to see him join the Spurs.

Parker said on his weekly French radio show (Hat tip: Project Spurs.com) that he would like to see Diaw choose the Spurs if he is let go by the Bobcats.

Diaw has been blasted for soaring high above listed playing weight of 215 pounds during a four-season stint with the Bobcats. I know, it must have been the ready availability of Bojangles Fried Chicken in the Charlotte area that led to Diaw’s soaring weight as a Bobcat in a completely new kind of “Bo time.”

But Parker vowed on his show to do what he could to keep Diaw in shape if he was to join the Spurs. Parker also mentioned New York as another possible location if Diaw is bought out at the trade deadline.

‘He’s in shape,” Parker said. “I’m the first to make fun of him when he gains too much weight but right now it’s not the case. We’re very interested to get him but New York is interested too. We’ll see.’”

Obviously, Diaw would be a welcome addition to the Spurs because of his versatility. He could play any of five positions for them — everything from power forward and center (like he did in Phoenix) to maybe even filling some of T.J. Ford’s minutes as a backup point guard in an extreme pinch.

Diaw’s agent, Doug Neustadt, has inquired to the Charlotte’s management about asking for a buyout, according to the Charlotte Observer.

Under a buyout, Diaw would have to agree to reduce his remaining guarantee with the Bobcats by an agreed number, and in return for the Bobcats would waive him in time to sign elsewhere and be playoff-eligible on a new roster. Diaw would have to be waived by March 23 for that to happen.

Diaw is the Bobcats’ second-highest paid player at $9 million, and his contract expires after this season. He hasn’t had much impact this season and briefly lost his starting spot at power forward for the Bobcats, who might be interested in playing younger players like Tyrus Thomas and D.J. White as they finish what to this point has been an extremely disappointing 6-34 record.

Diaw, a*6-foot-8 forward is in his ninth season in the NBA. He will turn 30 next month, but could help the Spurs in a variety of positions. He is averaging 7.6 points, 5.4 rebounds and 4.3 assists per game.

Whether he would accept significantly less money to be a part of a Spurs team likely headed for the playoffs remains debatable.

But having Parker here with the Spurs to help in their sales pitch to his close friend assuredly won’t hurt their chances.

[BKK]

Re: Boris Diaw anybody?

I think he'll end up in SA

[BlueNGold]

Re: Boris Diaw anybody?

I've always like Diaw. I say yes.

[Jrod Jones]

Re: Boris Diaw anybody?

I think Diaw could be a great addition. He is a great passer, and would add some much needed depth to the front court

[BringJackBack]

Re: Boris Diaw anybody?

Although I wouldn't be against getting Diaw, I would prefer Ronny Turiaf who is also a free agent.

[Pingu]

Re: Boris Diaw anybody?

I'm afraid if we got Diaw some would want to start him over Darren at point guard.

[odeez]

Re: Boris Diaw anybody?

Sure , why not, a second unit guy that can pass and score a bit. It would most likely be just for the remainder of the season. Though he isn't the defender or rebounder we need for the front court. That seems like a more important need now.

[Shade]

Re: Boris Diaw anybody?

Yes.