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Sonics, Spurs, Pistons And Wolves Ready To Go After Evans

Roger Montgomery, Maurice Evans' agent, said Saturday the Kings have not aggressively attempted to retain his client.

"Based on their recent acquisitions," Montgomery said, "I would have to infer the Kings are not really into re-signing Maurice. They have not been proactive pre-Bonzi Wells and post-Bonzi Wells. So I'm led to infer they have other plans that don't include Maurice."

The Timberwolves, Spurs, Pistons and Sonics all appear interested in Evans.

Via Sacramento Bee


Mad-Dog And McHale Working On Deal

Minnesota Timberwolves vice president Kevin McHale spoke with free-agent forward “Mad-Dog” Mark Madsen during Friday evening's summer league opener pitting the T-Wolves against the Milwaukee Bucks at the Target Center.

"We're on the same page, basically working together trying to get it done," Madsen said. "From day one, Kevin's been great, told me he's interested, and it's been a pleasure going through the process. I'm not trying to push for anything. Basically, I'm just trying to find out where I'll be playing next year. I love it here."

Madsen has heard from San Antonio, Utah, Golden State, Seattle and Atlanta thus far.

Via St. Paul Pioneer Press


Spurs Reach Agreement With Oberto, Scola Might Stay Overseas

With 2002 second round pick Luis Scola unable to reach a buyout agreement with his spanish team, Tau Ceramica, the San Antonio Spurs could not wait any longer and have the signed the Argentina national team's starting center Fabricio Oberto to a three-year deal with $7.5 million.

Oberto, 30, averaged 14.2 points and 7.3 rebounds last season for Pamesa Valencia in Spain's top league. He stands 6-foot-10 and is a good passer and solid low-post scorer whose selflessness, toughness and basketball IQ have long attracted the Spurs.

"He's really wanted this for a long time," said Oberto's agent, Herb Rudoy, who also represents Emanuel Ginobili. "When I told him we had reached agreement, he said, 'I can't talk, I can only tell you same thing Manu said: My body is too small for my heart. I'm so happy; that's how I feel.'"

On the other hand, Scola might not be able to reach the NBA until his contract expires in three years.

His buyout with Tau Ceramica is a whopping $14.5 million.

Because of this, it is also possible the Spurs will trade his rights but the buyout could scare teams away.

Via San Antonio Express-News


Spurs Jul 2005 Archive

  • Tony Parker Unhappy With 2012 Olympics Going To London

    Tony Parker of the San Antonio Spurs told sources that he would like to represent his country in the 2012 games and if they were held in Paris he would consequently retire from international basketball at the conclusion of the games.

  • Shareef Rejects Milwaukee Bucks

    The Nets got good news when Shareef Abdur-Rahim turned down a $47 million pact to join the Milwaukee Bucks, according to his agent.

  • Dallas Offered Horry $9 Million Over Three Seasons

    The Mavs reportedly offered Robert Horry a three-year contract for at least $9 million but Horry decided to return to San Antonio.

  • Shareef Likes Nets But Will Shop Around

    Shareef Abdur-Rahim can see himself joining the New Jersey Nets, but he is also being pursued by the Spurs, Wizards, Heat and Kings and he he would like to hear their offers as well.

  • Horry Agrees To Three-Year Deal With Spurs

    The San Antonio Express-News reported on its Web site Wednesday that Robert Horry will remain with the San Antonio Spurs after agreeing to a three-year deal with the team.

  • Horry Might Spread Championship Virus To Miami

    Robert Horry, one of the stars of the San Antonio Spurs' championship run, is indicating that he might have an interest in joining the Miami Heat.