NBA Parker encourages San Antonio to pursue free agent Jason Kidd

But the Spurs' top priority is signing a big man.
NEW YORK DAILY NEWS
NEW YORK -- Tony Parker has the two things Jason Kidd covets -- an NBA championship and Tim Duncan.
It's the reason why Kidd, the top available unrestricted free agent, is considering joining forces with Duncan in San Antonio next season, possibly at Parker's expense.
But the Spurs' incumbent point guard, who has been shadowed by Kidd's free agency all year, is encouraging his organization to pursue Kidd.
"We can play together," Parker said over the telephone. "People think I would have a problem with that. I don't mind playing with him. Put me at [shooting guard] and we'll be fine."
Kidd is expected to either re-sign with the Nets or sign a long-term deal with San Antonio, which he plans to visit on Sunday. With David Robinson retiring, the Spurs' top priority is to find a big man to play alongside Duncan.
Rasho Nesterovic, Michael Olowokandi and Brad Miller have all been mentioned as possibilities. Power forward Jermaine O'Neal is another option.
There is also thinking that the Spurs will wait until next summer to spend their free agent money on Kevin Garnett or Elton Brand.
"I think we can get Jason and a big man this year," Parker said. "That's what I think is going to happen."
Parker's parade
Although Parker is publicly voicing his support for Kidd, he will not be in San Antonio acting as Kidd's tour guide. Parker is preparing for his summer camp in Paris, where there will be a parade in his honor for winning an NBA championship.
Last weekend, Parker was in Treviso, Italy, serving as a coach for the NBA's third annual Basketball without Borders Camp, which is designed to promote friendship, goodwill and education through sport.
Grizzlies forward Pau Gasol (Spain), Jazz forward Andrei Kirilenko (Russia) and Clippers guard Marko Jaric (Serbia and Montenegro) also participated.
"It's a great opportunity for us to meet kids coming from so many different European countries," Parker said. "I believe that when you become a NBA player, you must give a part of your time for young players like all these kids around us right now.
"I really think that we can help them to become better and make them realize that everything is possible if you work hard and respect the rules."
Parker was the toast of the camp for having helped San Antonio beat New Jersey for the title. The Spurs have recruited well in Europe to strengthen their team, drafting Parker and small forward Manu Ginobili over the last five years.
"There is definitely more respect for international players now," Parker said. "All everybody wants to talk about is the NBA championship."