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San Antonio Spurs

Champs in four of the last nine seasons, the methodical, international Spurs are the ultimate closers, with the highest winning percentage in the history of the NBA finals

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March 2008
- Rockets Whipped in Road Trip Opener
  
  newser | Houston Chronicle | Mar 30, 08 6:13 PM CDT
  
  Houston decided to seal off the lane for San Antonio today and did so successfully, denying Tim Duncan opportunities. Unfortunately for the Rockets, opposing guards Tony Parker and Michael Finley shot a combined 19-of-28 and the Spurs had the game won by halftime, finishing at 109-88, writes the Chronicle . Houston's Luis Scola scored 24 points while star Tracy McGrady was held to 13. More »
- Spurs Notch 50th Win, Extend Streak to Six
  
  newser | Associated Press | Mar 29, 08 2:26 AM CDT
  
  It took one inspired Manu Ginobili performance to propel the Spurs from fifth place to second in the Western Conference, the AP reports. Ginobili broke open in the fourth quarter last night, scoring 16 of his 26 points and thwarting a Minnesota comeback. The 99-84 victory marks San Antonio's 50th of the season, and sixth straight. Elsewhere in the NBA: More »
- Duncan Carries Spurs to Fifth Straight Win
  
  newser | Associated Press | Mar 27, 08 2:45 AM CDT
  
  Tim Duncan had the big numbers, but Manu Ginobili hit the key shots as the San Antonio Spurs held on to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 97-88 last night, reports the Associated Press. Duncan had 28 points and 12 rebounds, but when the Clippers took a late lead, Ginobili's 3-pointer sparked a 10-0 clinching run. In other NBA action: More »
- Another Painful Game, Another Spurs Win
  
  newser | Orlando Sentinel | Mar 25, 08 11:32 PM CDT
  
  Magic starters Hedo Turkoglu and Jameer Nelson both sustained first-half injuries that sent them to the bench, and they did not return against the Spurs, who surged in the fourth quarter to win 107-97, reports the Orlando Sentinel . Dwight Howard statistically outperformed the veteran Tim Duncan in an enthralling battle, but Orlando had no answer for Manu Ginobili, who had a game-high 28 points. More »
- Dallas Loses Dirk, Game in Hellish Third Quarter
  
  newser | Dallas Morning News | Mar 23, 08 9:48 PM CDT
  
  In a nightmarish third quarter, the Mavericks allowed a game-changing 19-0 run by their archrivals and saw their star forward, Dirk Nowitzki, sustain a lower leg injury on a nasty spill. The sweet-shooting Bavarian is likely to miss a minimum of 6-7 games, reports the Dallas Morning News, and now Dallas's playoff hopes rest in the balance. More »
- WRAP/Duncan Has 21 in Spurs Win
  
  newser | Sacramento Bee | Mar 22, 08 5:23 AM CDT
  
  Perhaps still bristling from their recent four-game losing streak, the Spurs lashed out at the Kings in a 102-89 victory that saw the defending champions get back on track. Tim Duncan amassed 21 points and 10 rebounds, but it was a balanced team effort that overcame Ron Artest's 23 points for Sacramento, the Sacramento Bee reports. Elsewhere in the NBA: More »
- Parker Helps Spurs Take Bite Out of Bulls
  
  newser | Associated Press | Mar 20, 08 11:50 PM CDT
  
  The San Antonio Spurs put an end to a rare losing streak with a 102-80 win over the Chicago Bulls tonight, reports the Associated Press. Tony Parker led the way with 23 points and Tim Duncan had 22 points and 10 rebounds as the Spurs ended a four-game skid. The Spurs have not lost five in row with Duncan on the team. More »
- Pierce, Celtics Top Spurs 93-91
  
  newser | Associated Press | Mar 17, 08 11:24 PM CDT
  
  The Boston Celtics came from behind and defeated the San Antonio Spurs 93-91 in Texas, despite being without the services of all-star Ray Allen, who missed his second consecutive game with a jammed left ankle. The Celtics other two stars stepped up in his absence; Paul Pierce scored 22 points and Kevin Garnett 21, while both grabbed eight rebounds, reports the Associated Press. More »
- Magic Trip Up Pacers, Clinch Playoff Berth
  
  newser | Orlando Sentinel | Mar 16, 08 7:53 AM CDT
  
  Orlando clinched a postseason spot with a 122-111 victory over Indiana, despite 22 turnovers that led to 25 Pacers points. Hedo Turkoglu shot 13-for-23 for a game-high 27 points, with Rashard Lewis adding 22 and Mo Evans pitching in 19. The Magic now have their sights on keeping their 3-seed, the Orlando Sentinel reports. In other hoops action: More »
- CP3 Bolsters MVP Campaign in Rout of Spurs
  
  newser | Associated Press | Mar 13, 08 4:00 AM CDT
  
  New Orleans shot a remarkable 58.7% against normally stalwart San Antonio, and the result was the Spurs' worst loss of the season. Chris Paul had 26 points and 17 assists; his pick-and-roll buddy David West, returning from an ankle injury, added 29 and 10 boards. The Spurs had just 8 fourth-quarter points in the 100-75 loss. Also in pro hoops: More »
- Spurs Return to Form, Dunk Nuggets 107-103
  
  newser | Denver Post | Mar 11, 08 4:00 AM CDT
  
  San Antonio averted a third straight loss in a nail-biter against Denver, prevailing 107-103 after a tie game at 100 with two minutes remaining. Tim Duncan led six Spurs in double figures with 23 points and 18 rebounds. Allen Iverson had 28 for the Nuggets despite a fractured ring finger on his shooting hand. Also in pro hoops: More »
- Shaq Sparks Suns in Win Over Spurs
  
  newser | Arizona Republic (Phoenix) | Mar 9, 08 10:10 PM CDT
  
  Don’t count Shaquille O’Neal out just yet. The big man put up some all-around big numbers for the Suns today, as they defeated the Spurs, 94-87. Shaq scored 14 points, while also snagging 16 rebounds for Phoenix in their road win. Steve Nash, one of five others to put up double-digit numbers, led the team with 19 points and 14 assists, reports the Arizona Republic . More »
- Triumphant Nuggets Enjoy Battling Spurs
  
  newser | San Antonio Express-News | Mar 8, 08 6:02 AM CST
  
  The Nuggets enjoyed the challenge of facing the reigning NBA champions, putting away the Spurs 109-96 by beating them to boards and stuffing point guard Tony Parker. Manu Ginobili led San Antonio in both points (24) and boos (numerous and resounding), while Allen Iverson swept to 29 points and nine assists, the San Antonio Express-News reports. Elsewhere in professional hoops: More »
- Ginobili Sparks Spurs to 11th Straight Win
  
  newser | Associated Press | Mar 7, 08 3:08 AM CST
  
  The San Antonio Spurs broke open a close game with a 14-4 run to start the second half and went on to beat the Indiana Pacers 108-97 last night, reports the Associated Press. Manu Ginobili led the way with 28 points as the Spurs won their 11th straight and stayed ahead of the Los Angeles Lakers atop the Western Conference. More »
- Spurs Notch Tenth Straight
  
  newser | Associated Press | Mar 5, 08 12:46 AM CST
  
  Tim Duncan carried his team to victory last night, scoring 29 points and grabbing 12 rebounds as the Spurs topped the Nets, 81-70. Not only does this make ten straight wins for the Western Conference leading Spurs, but it also marks San Antonio's second victory over New Jersey in three days, earning a 2-0 season sweep, the AP reports. More »
- Spurs Push Streak to 9 in NJ
  
  newser | New York Times | Mar 2, 08 10:21 PM CST
  
  In the final third of the NBA season, the defending champions are gaining momentum, reports The New York Times . In New Jersey, San Antonio won its ninth straight game to maintain its spot atop the unforgiving West; they were led by. 2007 Finals MVP Tony Parker, who slashed for 25 points against Devin Harris, the heir to the Kidd throne. More »
- Spurs Edge Bucks in 8th Straight Win
  
  newser | Milwaukee Journal Sentinel | Mar 2, 08 7:49 AM CST
  
  Two Michael Redd free throws stood between the Bucks and a tie game with the Spurs, but after missing the first one, Redd had to aim wide on the second and hope his teammates could tip the ball in. But Andrew Bogut's attempt failed, and San Antonio left town with a 96-94 win, reports the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel . In another NBA matchup: More »
February 2008
- Kidd Benched for Finale of Mavs' Loss
  
  newser | Dallas Morning News | Feb 29, 08 3:00 AM CST
  
  Trailing the Spurs by two points with 35 seconds on the clock, the Mavericks benched assister Jason Kidd in favor of shotmaker Jerry Stackhouse, but to no avail. San Antonio went on to win 97-94 after two missed shots by Dirk Nowitzki and one blocked Jason Terry try, the Dallas Morning News reports. In other basketball action: More »
- Spurs Spear Hawks 89-74
  
  newser | Associated Press | Feb 26, 08 5:34 AM CST
  
  The San Antonio Spurs won their sixth straight game on the strength of another solid performance from Tim Duncan. The four-time NBA champion had 23 points, 10 rebounds and three blocks in an 89-74 win over the Atlanta Hawks. Joe Johnson had 17 points to lead the Hawks, who have now lost two games in a row, reports AP. More »
- Spurs Show Hornets Who's Boss
  
  newser | Associated Press | Feb 24, 08 12:04 AM CST
  
  The Stars were out in force last night to lift the San Antonio Spurs to a 98-89 win over the New Orleans Hornets, reports the Associated Press. Manu Ginobili had 30 points and a career-high 12 assists and Tim Duncan added 25 points and 11 rebounds as San Antonio won its fifth straight. More »

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San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan, right, and Bruce Bowen react in the fourth quarter of Game 5 against the Utah Jazz in the NBA Western Conference Final basketball game in San Antonio, Wednesday,... (Associated Press)

San Antonio Spurs forward Tim Duncan (21 )reacts after scoring in the third quarter of Game 1 of the NBA Finals basketball game against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Thursday, June 7, 2007, in San Antonio.... (Associated Press)

T Center in San Antonio, Wednesday, April 25, 2007, during NBA basketball action. The Spurs won the game 97-88. The two teams are tied 1-1 in the best-of-seven games first round playoff series. (AP Photo/Bob... (Associated Press)

Spurs CEO Peter Holt, center, holds up the NBA Championship trophy as he celebrates with the team after Game 4 of the NBA basketball finals Thursday, June 14, 2007, in Cleveland. The Spurs clinched the... (Associated Press)

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