West's Dominance Lifts Hornets to 3-2 Lead

 
David West had career playoff highs of 38 points, 14 rebounds and five blocked shots, lifting New Orleans to a 101-79 victory over the Spurs on Tuesday night and a 3-2 series lead. [link]

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