The idea of a mentor is generally viewed positively.
For the new ones San Antonio Spurs Veteran Harrison Barnes, that’s the case. He doesn’t like that it makes him look “old.” Still, he’s excited to join the Silver & Black and find a way to make his teammates better.
Barnes is now one of the oldest members of Spurs, yes, but while many veterans faced with an age gap tend to fade into the background, the fullback still has plenty to give on the pitch for Spurs as well. That’s part of what makes his addition so valuable.
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If all goes according to plan, the veteran could be able to help improve the Spurs in several ways, making the Spurs’ involvement in the DeMar DeRozan trade a worthwhile one.
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