Tribute to Tim Duncan

[basketballfan22]

I thought I would post a link to this video made by Bill Simmons. For those of you who don't know Bill, he is one of the most knowledgable NBA analysts out there. He is the writer of The Book of Basketball: The NBA According to the Sports Guy, which is by far the greatest book I have ever read on the NBA.

Despite all of the praise and publicity that guys like Kobe Bryant and even Kevin Garnett received in their careers, the reality is that Tim Duncan is the greatest player of his generation. Look at the stats, the wins, the accolades, the intangibles; and you will see why Duncan is so great. He doesn't have the egotistical personality that is common with superstars. He never fought with teammates, never cried to the media about unfair treatment, never made threats about leaving the team; but instead, only won basketball games. The Spurs have the greatest win percentage the past 16 years in ALL four major sports. They are the greatest dynasty in all four sports in that time period (yes, better than the Yankees, Patriots, etc.), and the primary reason for this is Mr. Duncan. It is unfortunate that so many people don't appreciate the man; and when he finally decides to retire, those people will regret not appreciating how basketball is supposed to be played.

I thought this would be a perfect time to make this thread with his fifth appearance in the Finals on the horizon. If the Spurs happen to play the Heat, you will be fortunate to witness the greatest players of two generations (Tim and LeBron). Just make sure you notice the former as much as the latter because he will be gone before you know it.

Bill Simmons's Video Tribute to Tim Duncan - The Triangle Blog - Grantland

[zaggahamma]

tim duncan is definitely a hall of famer and an all around good guy

[dude700]

I remember back in '04 where Duncan made a clutch shot against the Lakers with .4 seconds remaining to get a one point lead, only to lose to a buzzer-beater by Derek Fisher.

[basketballfan22]

I remember back in '04 where Duncan made a clutch shot against the Lakers with .4 seconds remaining to get a one point lead, only to lose to a buzzer-beater by Derek Fisher.

NEVER TALK ABOUT THIS AGAIN! I still go into fits of rage about it, lol. By the way, it is impossible to get the ball off in that little amount of time. If the shot clock manager started the time EXACTLY when Derek touched the ball, it would have not counted. Timmy could easily have 6 titles to his name, but there is no use crying over spilt milk.

[dude700]

Don't worry, Spurs will sweep LeBron 4-0 just as they did in 2007 (if the Heat moves on).

[zaggahamma]

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lol...j/k

i just youtubed it

damn

horry and turkulo on the spurs gary payton on the lakers?

[zaggahamma]

Don't worry, Spurs will sweep LeBron 4-0 just as they did in 2007 (if the Heat moves on).

oh i like you

[basketballfan22]

.4 .3 .2 .1 (launch) .................................................. .......................................swishhhhhhh hhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

lol...j/k

i just youtubed it

damn

horry and turkulo on the spurs gary payton on the lakers?

I hate you, lol. The Lakers also had Karl Malone.

[basketballfan22]

Don't worry, Spurs will sweep LeBron 4-0 just as they did in 2007 (if the Heat moves on).

I just hope the Spurs can win it regardless of the amount of games necessary. It will be extremely tough though.

[zaggahamma]

I hate you, lol. The Lakers also had Karl Malone.

sorry...i didnt mean it

forgot about mailman being on that team

[basketballfan22]

sorry...i didnt mean it

forgot about mailman being on that team

Haha, I know. I set myself up for that anyway, lol.

[Sfla80]

Tim Duncan is one of my favs of all time, straight up good basketball. Love those bank shots.

Robison and Duncan probably all time fav duo. One great team back then