SenorSpur
08-16-2008, 09:30 AM
I know we have a lot of fans who came aboard during this Duncan/Pop dynasty - and what a run it has been. I just wish more fans took the time to study and learn more about the history of this proud franchise. The all-star caliber players that came through here from both the ABA and early NBA days.
From the backcourt brilliance of James Silas, the prolific scoring prowess and feathery touch of Hall-of-Famer, George Gervin, the rebounding and gazelle-like, fast-breaking grace of Larry Kenon, the power and force in the paint, that was Artis Gilmore, the shotblocking tenacity of George Johnson, the guile and grit of the original 6th man, George Karl (yes - that George Karl), and the intense, on-the-ball, defensive tenacity of Alvin Robertson (the Bruce Bowen of his day). Of course, I would be remiss if I didn't give a shout out to the Bruise Brothers (Mark Olberding, Paul Griffin, Dave Corzine, Reggie Johnson, Kevin Restani). http://blogs.mysanantonio.com/weblog...ory_the_1.html
There have been a stream of fantastic players that came through here. Some went on to formidable careers, others were simply role players who made their mark during a brief tenure. It should be known that the Spurs were perennial playoff contenders during the latter seasons of their ABA days. Following the ABA/NBA merger, this success carried over into their early NBA days of the late '70s, when they very nearly, and should have, advanced to the NBA Finals in '79.
If ever watch NBATV, you know that we all get bombarded by constant offseason coverage on the history of franchises like the Celtics, Fakers, Pistons, and Bulls. As if those have been the only successful franchises in NBA history. Don't believe the hype. This franchise has had a very unique and storied history, in it's own right. One that I would rank just behind Celtics and Fakers. There were many, many disappointments along the way, but there was a lot of excitement, as well. Now we there are multiple titles to add to that history.
Everyone should absolutely enjoy and appreciate this era of Spurs basketball. It's been the best and most successful, by far. However, do know that the Spurs history just didn't start with the Duncan/Pop era. Every true Spurs fan would be better served knowing more about it.
If interested, find out more about our franchise history by way of the following:
http://www.nba.com/spurs/history/spurs_history.html
http://www.sportsecyclopedia.com/nba...nio/spurs.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Antonio_Spurs
After all, it's still another 2 1/2 months before the season begins.
From the backcourt brilliance of James Silas, the prolific scoring prowess and feathery touch of Hall-of-Famer, George Gervin, the rebounding and gazelle-like, fast-breaking grace of Larry Kenon, the power and force in the paint, that was Artis Gilmore, the shotblocking tenacity of George Johnson, the guile and grit of the original 6th man, George Karl (yes - that George Karl), and the intense, on-the-ball, defensive tenacity of Alvin Robertson (the Bruce Bowen of his day). Of course, I would be remiss if I didn't give a shout out to the Bruise Brothers (Mark Olberding, Paul Griffin, Dave Corzine, Reggie Johnson, Kevin Restani). http://blogs.mysanantonio.com/weblog...ory_the_1.html
There have been a stream of fantastic players that came through here. Some went on to formidable careers, others were simply role players who made their mark during a brief tenure. It should be known that the Spurs were perennial playoff contenders during the latter seasons of their ABA days. Following the ABA/NBA merger, this success carried over into their early NBA days of the late '70s, when they very nearly, and should have, advanced to the NBA Finals in '79.
If ever watch NBATV, you know that we all get bombarded by constant offseason coverage on the history of franchises like the Celtics, Fakers, Pistons, and Bulls. As if those have been the only successful franchises in NBA history. Don't believe the hype. This franchise has had a very unique and storied history, in it's own right. One that I would rank just behind Celtics and Fakers. There were many, many disappointments along the way, but there was a lot of excitement, as well. Now we there are multiple titles to add to that history.
Everyone should absolutely enjoy and appreciate this era of Spurs basketball. It's been the best and most successful, by far. However, do know that the Spurs history just didn't start with the Duncan/Pop era. Every true Spurs fan would be better served knowing more about it.
If interested, find out more about our franchise history by way of the following:
http://www.nba.com/spurs/history/spurs_history.html
http://www.sportsecyclopedia.com/nba...nio/spurs.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Antonio_Spurs
After all, it's still another 2 1/2 months before the season begins.