Spurs Youth Squad is Looking Promising

Gary Neal was impressive.

I have to admit, I really didn't know much about the guy prior to tonight's game against those horrible Clippers.

Here is more interesting stuff on why the guy probably was not well known.

Whatever. I am sure he was vetted. The guy had 16 points, 6 boards, 2 assists in 20 or so minutes. What I liked most about those points, was that he really shows no hesitation. He isn't scared and ohmygoodness do we need that kind of attitude. I have no doubt that it helps that he has done the whole Euro route (even playing at Barca). Guys that do that usually come in the Association with guns blazing, unaffected by the stage.

Also impressive: James Anderson. Dude had a nice block early in the game and showed some flashes attacking the basket. He is another guy that shows no glitch in his moves. Straight ballin'. Me likes this.

Ah, and of course Tiago Splitter. He had a nice lil' dunk off a Manu assist. In limited minutes he showed his passing ability and toughness. I have to see more -- and against a better team -- before I can get an idea of his game.

Overall it was a nicely played game. The Spurs showed a much better defensive game than against Indy and won. That of course is the ultimate measure. I didn't like how they dropped one to Nawlins -- who have Paul and a bunch o' scrubs. Then again, those Hornets are surprising people. Eh. I'll chalk it up to early season cobwebs or some such.

There was great ball movement throughout the game. Quick, beautiful passes to cutters and to shooters. That new Run and Gun is looking pretty sweet, too.

Again, I know the Clips' suck. That is why I am glad we put a nice win on 'em. Spurs looked in control the whole game and that is what you want to do with a inferior team.

Go Spurs Go.