Dull Spurs Lose to Nuggets
The Spurs have had their fair share of problems over the past few weeks, with a rash of injuries sidelining Duncan, Parker, and now Ginobili for several games. The team has been able to hold on to first place in the division, but the injuries have certainly cost them several games recently.
The Nuggets are in a tie for first in their division, so last night’s matchup between the two was an important one. Not to mention that the Spurs were responsible for bouncing Denver from the playoffs last year.
The Nuggets are a team built around their offensive stars, but it was their defense that earned them the win against their foes who are built around pressuring opponents. Denver’s defense plagued Tim Duncan all night, and although he ended up scoring 20 points, he was only 7/20 from the field, and had four turnovers. Kenyon Martin, who was held to only 4 points in the game, was a master on the defensive end, recording seven blocks in the contest, and causing Micheal Finley to miss a three that would have tied the game as the clock ran out.
Beating the Spurs when they were without Ginobili is not as impressive as beating a fully healthy team, but the Nuggets have to be happy with the revenge win, and to hold onto first place.
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