We understand that the 15-year span between Duncan’s first title (1999) and last (2014) ranks as the second longest in league history behind Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (17 years) among players participating in both NBA Finals series, according to Elias Sports Bureau. We already know about the mind-boggling stats, the five titles, the two MVPs and 15 All-Star appearances, not to mention the fact Duncan retired in 2016 ranked second in playoff victories, first in playoff double-doubles and third in postseason rebounds. The truth is, it’s impossible to distill Duncan’s career into words or some lengthy think piece. We still toast him when we have dinner: ‘Thank you, Timmy.’ So, obviously special.” That’s something we’re all very happy about. “Everybody knows the story, but it’s true. “It’s a pretty incredible story,” Spurs coach Gregg Popovich said. Just one more tacked on, adding to two decades’ worth in a 19-season NBA career that provided immeasurable contributions toward birthing the culture of the San Antonio Spurs, culminating in Duncan’s induction Saturday into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. But when Tim Duncan’s over there cleaning up your mess, that’s a hell of a statement.” “Timmy was in the gym that day, just working with Lonnie because he was out of shape after missing all that time he tore his meniscus and missed the first eight weeks of the season. Buford recently recalled from an empty patio at a local Mexican restaurant. “Once they got it cleaned up, Timmy’s like, ‘Lonnie, get your ass back out on the court. Immediately, Duncan rushed over to sop up the mess. No shame in an out-of-shape rookie tossing his cookies after a workout with the retired Tim Duncan. SAN ANTONIO - The contents inside Lonnie Walker IV’s gut churned, retched up and splattered into a puddle on the floor. Look back at Tim Duncan's illustrious 19-year NBA career that was filled with MVPs, Finals accolades, championships and more.
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