Tim Duncan's performances this year have been nothing short of inspirational to San Antonio Spurs fans. His willingness to not only step back as the main focus of the offense shows his humbleness and his true will to win.
While the Spurs are more team oriented than ever before, Duncan's contributions are more noticeable on the defensive end this year than in previous ones. In fact, these past two games are prime examples of what he's brought to the floor all season.
Duncan has not only contested and protected the rim, but he's totaled 12 blocks the past two games.
After his Spurs defeated the Memphis Grizzlies last night, Duncan gave us the answer to his defensive game as of late.
"Guys are coming at me and I'm doing what I have to do. I don't know why or what it is. I'm not doing anything different defensively. It is what it is."
That answer shouldn't surprise you. Duncan's greatness on the court is similar t...
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