Solid take and point taken. The Spurs had their glory years and it was fun while it lasted. Most of us are hoping to squeeze one more le run before Duncan's wheels fall off. It's frustrating seeing teams like the Yankees, Lakers always getting these elite players while we have to get lucky in the draft to have any hope of competing with the league. Money, endorsements, fame, media hype etc..None of these things come with signing to a small market team. Having said that, I will enjoy the decline for the Lakers, however long it lasts.