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Spurs Season Comes to a Close
Spurs Season Comes to a Close, Questions Coming in the Offseason
The Spurs' season ended against the Lakers, in a fairly close, but ultimately losing effort in Game 5. The final score was 100-92, and the Spurs were within striking distance late in the game, but no one could stop Kobe Bryant, who ended the game with 39 points, 17 of which came in the final quarter.
For San Antonio, the script was the same as it had been for the series. Tim Duncan did his usual thing, putting up a triple double with 19 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists, and Tony Parker led the team with 23 points. As a team, the Spurs certainly scored enough to win, as five players scored in double digits. Offense was not the problem, as the team shot 48% from the field, and from behind the arc. Unfortunately, the team’s defense was not up to the task, as the Spurs’ strength turned into a liability against the Lakers.
Manu Ginobili once again had a terrible game, only managing 9 points, and missing several shot late in the game. For Ginobili, perhaps the season being over is a blessing in disguise. The Argentine had been playing with a bad ankle, and the Lakers capitalized as they forced him to go to his off-hand time after time. He had a forgettable playoffs all the way around this season.