timvp
04-18-2013, 11:09 AM
Tim Duncan A
He ended his renaissance season on a high note. Other than turnovers, he did quite well. Let's hope he can take this high level of play into the postseason for one last magical run.
Manu Ginobili A
Not bad at all. In his return, he looked relatively sharp. I didn't see him hold back too much and his movements were fluid. He played under control, focused on passing and really helped the offense gain some traction while he was out there. Stay healthy, please.
Tony Parker A
Meh. He looked slightly better than he looked against the Lakers -- but still far, far from 100%. He has no explosion speed-wise, can't jump and his lateral movements on D are slow. Was he holding back to avoid injury and enter the playoffs as healthy as possible? That's what we have to hope at this point.
Kawhi Leonard A
For whatever reasons, he wasn't too into this game. He floated on both ends of the court. He had a couple bursts of liveliness -- but that's about it. Get ready for the playoffs, young man, the Spurs need you to be great.
Danny Green A
He's in a three-point shooting slump entering the playoffs. But maybe this isn't bad news. Considering he runs hot and cold, let us take the glass half full view and say that he's just getting a cold streak out of the way so he can warm up in the postseason.
Matt Bonner A
His three-point stroke looks great right now. His baby hook in the lane continues to be money. Can we get one good playoff run? Please, just one.
DeJuan Blair A
After the knee injury scare against the Warriors, it was relieving to see him move well against the Timberwolves. He played 30 minutes and looked active throughout, so at least he appears healthy going into the playoffs.
Gary Neal A
It's safe to say he has regained his early-season mojo. His ability to score in bunches was impressive against Minnesota. Staying hot for the next couple months would be very much appreciated.
Cory Joseph A
Well, damn, is he the backup point guard entering the playoffs? That's what it looks like if the last game of the regular season is any indication.
Aron Baynes A
He continues to look promising based on the eye-test. He has legit size, legit athleticism and doesn't back down. He's still a project but he has some intriguing tools.
Nando De Colo A
I have no idea what his role is heading into the postseason. Not long ago Pop proclaimed the French freshman was the backup point guard. Is that still the case? I guess we'll find out Sunday.
Patrick MillsA
His play in the last two regular season games has to have been noticed by the coaches. If the Spurs need a burst of energy or can't hit a perimeter shot, they may have a remedy from down under.
Pop A
What do we take from this game? On one hand, it looked like the Timberwolves were legitimately the better team -- no matter who the Spurs had on the court. On the other hand, it was obviously a meaningless tune-up for the Spurs. Pop didn't find any rhythm or confidence for his squad; let's hope it doesn't matter.
He ended his renaissance season on a high note. Other than turnovers, he did quite well. Let's hope he can take this high level of play into the postseason for one last magical run.
Manu Ginobili A
Not bad at all. In his return, he looked relatively sharp. I didn't see him hold back too much and his movements were fluid. He played under control, focused on passing and really helped the offense gain some traction while he was out there. Stay healthy, please.
Tony Parker A
Meh. He looked slightly better than he looked against the Lakers -- but still far, far from 100%. He has no explosion speed-wise, can't jump and his lateral movements on D are slow. Was he holding back to avoid injury and enter the playoffs as healthy as possible? That's what we have to hope at this point.
Kawhi Leonard A
For whatever reasons, he wasn't too into this game. He floated on both ends of the court. He had a couple bursts of liveliness -- but that's about it. Get ready for the playoffs, young man, the Spurs need you to be great.
Danny Green A
He's in a three-point shooting slump entering the playoffs. But maybe this isn't bad news. Considering he runs hot and cold, let us take the glass half full view and say that he's just getting a cold streak out of the way so he can warm up in the postseason.
Matt Bonner A
His three-point stroke looks great right now. His baby hook in the lane continues to be money. Can we get one good playoff run? Please, just one.
DeJuan Blair A
After the knee injury scare against the Warriors, it was relieving to see him move well against the Timberwolves. He played 30 minutes and looked active throughout, so at least he appears healthy going into the playoffs.
Gary Neal A
It's safe to say he has regained his early-season mojo. His ability to score in bunches was impressive against Minnesota. Staying hot for the next couple months would be very much appreciated.
Cory Joseph A
Well, damn, is he the backup point guard entering the playoffs? That's what it looks like if the last game of the regular season is any indication.
Aron Baynes A
He continues to look promising based on the eye-test. He has legit size, legit athleticism and doesn't back down. He's still a project but he has some intriguing tools.
Nando De Colo A
I have no idea what his role is heading into the postseason. Not long ago Pop proclaimed the French freshman was the backup point guard. Is that still the case? I guess we'll find out Sunday.
Patrick MillsA
His play in the last two regular season games has to have been noticed by the coaches. If the Spurs need a burst of energy or can't hit a perimeter shot, they may have a remedy from down under.
Pop A
What do we take from this game? On one hand, it looked like the Timberwolves were legitimately the better team -- no matter who the Spurs had on the court. On the other hand, it was obviously a meaningless tune-up for the Spurs. Pop didn't find any rhythm or confidence for his squad; let's hope it doesn't matter.