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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

Where Steve Nash ranks among all-time great NBA point guards

October 25, 2014 by Joel Huerto Leave a Comment

Steve Nash has been ruled out this season by the Los Angeles Lakers, and his basketball career is likely over. Because of a recurring nerve damage in his back, the 40-year-old point guard may have to call it quits. Nash’s career spanned 19 seasons in the NBA. He was named MVP twice and made the … [Read more…]

Posted in: Featured, NBA Tagged: Bob Cousy, Dennis Johnson, Gary Payton, Isiah Thomas, Jason Kidd, John Stockton, Magic Johnson, Oscar Robertson, Steve Nash, Tony Parker

‘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

LEADING MEN: Best point guards in the NBA

October 21, 2013 by Joel Huerto Leave a Comment

The two hardest positions to find in basketball are center and point guard. The game has evolved so much that the point guard’s role has expanded and the position has become more complex and more valuable than ever. There are five basic skill sets you must own in order to be play the position. First, … [Read more…]

Posted in: Featured, NBA Tagged: Chris Paul, Deron Williams, derrick rose, Kyrie Irving, Mike Conley, Rajon Rondo, Russell Westbrook, Stephen Curry, Tony Parker, Ty Lawson

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

Parker’s shot recalls Allan Houston play

June 7, 2013 by Joel Huerto Leave a Comment

Heading into the 2013 NBA Finals the topic of discussion centered around the ages of the veteran-laden San Antonio Spurs. After Game 1, all the talk was about Tony Parker’s unbelievable shot for the ages. With the Spurs ahead 90-88 with under 30 seconds left, Parker drove to his right and nearly lost the ball … [Read more…]

Posted in: General, NBA Tagged: Allan Houston, Heat, LeBron James, NBA Finals, Spurs, Tony Parker

‘Amazing’ Tony Parker pushes Spurs to Finals

May 28, 2013 by Joel Huerto Leave a Comment

Moments after dismantling the top-ranked defense in the NBA, Tony Parker walked into the interview room wearing a T-shirt that read “Best in the West.” The shirt was a perfect fit for Parker and his Spurs. San Antonio is back in the NBA Finals for the fifth time in franchise history after sweeping the Memphis … [Read more…]

Posted in: Euroleague, General, NBA Tagged: Gregg Popovich, San Antonio Spurs, Tony Parker

Injuries to Parker, Ginobili could alter West playoff picture

April 4, 2013 by Joel Huerto Leave a Comment

The San Antonio Spurs are limping down the stretch, and the 100-88 loss to Oklahoma City Thursday night was just the tip of the iceberg. Parker appeared to have hurt his leg against the Thunder, which explains his 1-for-6 shooting night and finishing with just two points. The Spurs are saying Parker has a shin … [Read more…]

Posted in: Euroleague, General, NBA Tagged: Manu Ginobili, San Antonio Spurs, Tony Parker

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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