The Spurs Will Be Back

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Long-time reader, first time poster...

I’m really thankful to have a team like the Spurs represent our city. We did more with less at difficult times this season than most other teams could do at 100%. I truly believe that that Spurs organization will continue to be owned and operated at the highest standards because the powers that be understand the culture of this city…and it’s not just winning championships, it’s the way we win. We don’t brag or threaten, it’s just business. Pop and Co. understand that the game is getting fiercer while the team gets older, and I believe next season will truly show how far we came this year despite going down in the first round. Remember the Stonecutter’s Creed: “and at the 101st blow the rock will split in two, and I will know it was not that blow that did it, but all that had gone before it.”

Mason, Hill, Ime, and Gooden are all good, hungry players and I hope we can keep those guys in the fold because I really enjoy cheering for them. For the veterans, I have so much respect for the poise they bring to the team, putting their bodies on the line night in and night out to lead by example. Tony Parker is the present and future, a real warrior that doesn’t make excuses and isn’t afraid to carry the weight on his shoulders. He wants to win, and it was exciting to see him run wild on opposing teams this season when they tried to shut him down or disrespect him. Deron William and Chris Paul are touted as the best PGs...but only Parker has the rings and Finals MVP, and he’s only getting better.

I won’t ever forget watching Tim Duncan rally the team after the officials failed to call a goal tend during a game earlier this season. Some Spurs players were distracted and complaining to the officials but Timmy just raised his hand to refocus them on the play and hustled down the court after he made the inbound pass. It was such a small move, not on any highlight reel, but it’s that kind of leadership that is so rare, that’s really deserving of notice. In the age of team’s looking for a superstar, we have a Duncan. Correction, THE Duncan...and at the last game he showed us he’s going to fight for his team, for this city, until the clock hits zero. I really hope he gets a chance to tutor another young player like David mentored him, and go to the big dance and win it one more time. That would be epic.

And someone PLEASE bring back the OLD Spurs theme song, “Get Ready For This.” I know it’s outdated, but man, it’s San Antonio and I can’t imagine Nickelback pumping up a crowd like 2 Unlimited. /end rant

[LEONARD]

Dallas just made jump shots at the right time. They're going home in 5 vs. Denver.

Of course...the lucky jumpshot excuse...

I expect Denver to beat Dallas too, but I'm loving that you picked them too...maybe Dallas has a shot due to the SD jinx?

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Of course...the lucky jumpshot excuse...

I expect Denver to beat Dallas too, but I'm loving that you picked them too...maybe Dallas has a shot due to the SD jinx?

Seriously, why do you even read his posts? Do yourself a favor and ignore him. How long does he have to post idiotic before you notice he's not worth your time?

[tlongII]

They'll be back to the 1st round, but that's about it.

[Ed Helicopter Jones]

The Spurs need to make some personnel moves, for sure, but I agree that they'll be back. I always envisioned Tim with 5 rings and so I know that will happen. This may have been their weakest overall roster in years, yet with a healthy Manu this team would have probably made it to the third round.

Losing in the first round might be a good wakeup call that some real changes need to be made to the roster.

[Borosai]

The Spurs need to make some personnel moves, for sure, but I agree that they'll be back. I always envisioned Tim with 5 rings and so I know that will happen. This may have been their weakest overall roster in years, yet with a healthy Manu this team would have probably made it to the third round.

Losing in the first round might be a good wakeup call that some real changes need to be made to the roster.

Yep.

[rascal]

Long-time reader, first time poster...

I’m really thankful to have a team like the Spurs represent our city. We did more with less at difficult times this season than most other teams could do at 100%. I truly believe that that Spurs organization will continue to be owned and operated at the highest standards because the powers that be understand the culture of this city…and it’s not just winning championships, it’s the way we win. We don’t brag or threaten, it’s just business. Pop and Co. understand that the game is getting fiercer while the team gets older, and I believe next season will truly show how far we came this year despite going down in the first round. Remember the Stonecutter’s Creed: “and at the 101st blow the rock will split in two, and I will know it was not that blow that did it, but all that had gone before it.”

Mason, Hill, Ime, and Gooden are all good, hungry players and I hope we can keep those guys in the fold because I really enjoy cheering for them. For the veterans, I have so much respect for the poise they bring to the team, putting their bodies on the line night in and night out to lead by example. Tony Parker is the present and future, a real warrior that doesn’t make excuses and isn’t afraid to carry the weight on his shoulders. He wants to win, and it was exciting to see him run wild on opposing teams this season when they tried to shut him down or disrespect him. Deron William and Chris Paul are touted as the best PGs...but only Parker has the rings and Finals MVP, and he’s only getting better.

I won’t ever forget watching Tim Duncan rally the team after the officials failed to call a goal tend during a game earlier this season. Some Spurs players were distracted and complaining to the officials but Timmy just raised his hand to refocus them on the play and hustled down the court after he made the inbound pass. It was such a small move, not on any highlight reel, but it’s that kind of leadership that is so rare, that’s really deserving of notice. In the age of team’s looking for a superstar, we have a Duncan. Correction, THE Duncan...and at the last game he showed us he’s going to fight for his team, for this city, until the clock hits zero. I really hope he gets a chance to tutor another young player like David mentored him, and go to the big dance and win it one more time. That would be epic.

And someone PLEASE bring back the OLD Spurs theme song, “Get Ready For This.” I know it’s outdated, but man, it’s San Antonio and I can’t imagine Nickelback pumping up a crowd like 2 Unlimited. /end rant

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