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Tim Duncan

Fundamentally speaking: Tim Duncan was the center of attention in Hall of Fame career

May 31, 2020 by Joel Huerto 1 Comment

Tim Duncan was one of the most unique superstars in basketball. He did everything low key. You never heard him publicly complain about his contract. You never heard him say anything bad about a coach or player. And on his final NBA game in 2016, he briefly pointed a finger to the ceiling before walking … [Read more…]

Posted in: Featured, NBA Tagged: Kobe Bryant, Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, Tim Duncan

‘Greatest power forward’ retires after 19 seasons with Spurs

July 12, 2016 by Joel Huerto 1 Comment

When Tim Duncan announced his retirement from basketball, there were no journals in the Players’ Tribune or made-for-TV specials or farewell tours. He revealed his decision in a one-page press release. His final game turned out to be a loss in Game 6 of the 2016 Western Conference semifinals at Oklahoma City. When the final … [Read more…]

Posted in: Featured, NBA Tagged: San Antonio Spurs, Tim Duncan

Parker: Spurs hungry to repeat as champs

April 14, 2015 by Joel Huerto Leave a Comment

For almost two decades, the San Antonio Spurs have accumulated an impressive collection of rings, bronze hardware and gold trophies. Between future Hall-of-Famers Tim Duncan, Manu Ginobili and Tony Parker, and head coach Gregg Popovich, the Spurs have combined for 18 NBA championship rings, three most valuable player awards, three Coach of the Year awards … [Read more…]

Posted in: General, NBA Tagged: Gregg Popovich, Manu Ginobili, San Antonio Spurs, Tim Duncan, Tony Parker

Duncan, LeBron put legacies on the line

June 4, 2014 by Joel Huerto Leave a Comment

Tim Duncan rattled some cages when he told TNT’s David Aldridge that his San Antonio Spurs are excited to face the Miami Heat in the 2014 NBA Finals. “We’re glad that we’re back here. We’re excited about it. We got four more to go. We’ll do it this time,” Duncan said moments after the Spurs … [Read more…]

Posted in: General, NBA Tagged: LeBron James, Miami Heat, NBA Finals, San Antonio Spurs, Tim Duncan

‘Motivated’ Spurs keep on rolling

November 2, 2013 by Joel Huerto Leave a Comment

If Friday night’s game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the visiting San Antonio Spurs was a heavyweight boxing championship fight, the fans would have been clamoring for a refund. Kobe Bryant is still rehabbing from a torn Achilles tendon he sustained last season and Tim Duncan missed the game because of a chest contusion. … [Read more…]

Posted in: General, NBA Tagged: Lakers, Spurs, Tim Duncan, Tony Parker

FINALS: Spurs feel they let title slip away

June 20, 2013 by Joel Huerto Leave a Comment

You can see the disappointment in Tim Duncan’s face. You can hear the frustration in Manu Ginobili’s voice. When members of the 2012-13 San Antonio Spurs look back at this season they will play the “what if” game. What if we made our free throws down the stretch? What if we grabbed two more defensive … [Read more…]

Posted in: General, NBA Tagged: Gregg Popovich, Heat, Manu Ginobili, NBA Finals, Spurs, Tim Duncan, Tony Parker

FINALS: Could this be Ginobili’s last ride?

June 15, 2013 by Joel Huerto Leave a Comment

When Manu Ginobili ever decides to retire from the NBA, he’ll go down in basketball history as one of the greatest to play the game. He’s a first-ballot Hall-of-Famer who belongs on the Mt. Rushmore of international players who changed the NBA landscape, a short list that includes Dirk Nowitzki, Pau Gasol, and Tony Parker. … [Read more…]

Posted in: Euroleague, General, NBA Tagged: Gregg Popovich, Heat, Manu Ginobili, NBA Finals, Spurs, Tim Duncan, Tony Parker

Golden State’s new Warrior mentality

May 10, 2013 by Joel Huerto Leave a Comment

When you have sharpshooters like Steph Curry and Klay Thompson on your roster, it’s hard to identify the Golden State Warriors as a defensive team. But somewhere beneath all the swishes and splashes, the Warriors have become a hard-nosed team that doesn’t mind rolling up its sleeves and getting dirty. The stats won’t show it … [Read more…]

Posted in: General, NBA Tagged: Andrew Bogut, Klay Thompson, Mark Jackson, Spurs, Steph Curry, Tim Duncan, Warriors

San Antonio still team to beat in Southwest

October 29, 2012 by Joel Huerto Leave a Comment

The Southwest Division is one of the tougher divisions in the NBA and it is still led by the San Antonio Spurs, who may be getting older, but that is just a different word for experienced. 1-SAN ANTONIO SPURS — They didn’t go out and sign any flashy free agents, but that isn’t the Spurs … [Read more…]

Posted in: General, NBA Tagged: Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets, Memphis Grizzlies, New Orleans Hornets, San Antonio Spurs, Tim Duncan

Why Spurs can still make one last title run

August 28, 2012 by Joel Huerto Leave a Comment

“The Spurs frustrate teams cuz it’s like playin against your gym teacher and his friends. All fundamentals!” — Comedian Damon Wayans posted on Twitter San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich is normally very reserved whenever he has to address his team’s greatness. But during the 2012 NBA playoffs, after the Spurs outgunned the sports betting … [Read more…]

Posted in: General, NBA Tagged: Gregg Popovich, Kawhi Leonard, Manu Ginobili, Oklahoma City Thunder, San Antonio Spurs, sports betting, Steve Smith, Tim Duncan, Tony Parker
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