That was during the regular season. He also wasn't a net negative for his team, even in the playoffs. But yes, that was the worst season of Duncan's career.
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He couldn't recover

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That just further demonstrates how little impact he had on matters. Even a gimpy, ready-for-the-restroom Kareem, who could only manage a pathetic 5 boards during the playoffs, didn't deter the Lakers from winning.
Duncan, near a similar age, just put up 18 and 11 on 57% against the most athletic frontline in the league
