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The Silver Lining On Parker’s Ankle
In a phrase: increased playing time for George Hill . George Hill has played well this season, but still looks like a player trying to find his game. The Spurs’ next three games are at home, and this would seem an ideal opportunity to find 35 minutes a game for Hill. Parker’s ankle ...
Spurs' Parker expects to be out a week
mysanantonio.com — Tony Parker says the sprained ankle that knocked him from Friday night’s 96-84 loss against the Trail Blazers isn’t as severe as others he’s suffered. Complete Spurs coverage (more) Spurs' Parker expects to be out a week
Is Michael Finley a Starter?
projectspurs.com — The season is still very young but the Spurs have already frustrated some fans by continuing to start Michael Finley and Matt Bonner. We've already discussed the pros and cons of starting Bonner, so it's only appropriate that we take a look at Finley. This is Finley's fifth season with the ... (more) Is Michael Finley a Starter?
Spurs vs. Raptors Recap
Spurs vs. Raptors Recap
projectspurs.com — After losing two games on the road against the Utah Jazz and Portland Trailblazers, the Spurs returned to San Antonio to face the Toronto Raptors. With Tony Parker sidelined for a week, all eyes were on George Hill as he took the reigns of the Spurs. Oh and Duncan was not in action for the ... (more) Spurs vs. Raptors Recap
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The 10-man rotation, starring 'Khlodom' on television
Ball Don't Lie — ... doesn't stink after all? SF: SRI. David Stern says he had no role in the Tim Donaghy book publisher pulling out. SG: The Miami Herald. Michael Beasley(notes) shows up at practice with a big, ABA-style throwback Afro. PG: Silver Screen and Roll. "So this is what Kobe Bryant(notes) in decline looks like?" Yikes. 6th: 48 Minutes Of Hell. The silver lining on TP's ankle: increased playing time for George ...

Implications from the Spurs’ Final Five
48 Minutes of Hell — ... is forcing some dominoes to drop. Increasing his role is the team’s next important step toward surefire contention. Figuring out the minutes behind Richard Jefferson and improving the team’s defense, especially its interior defense, are the still-under-consideration items on the agenda. In this way, the loss to Oklahoma City provided a helpful moment of clarity. Related posts: San Antonio’s Silent Slump The Silver Lining On ...

This Week in San Antonio Spurs Basketball: Not-Quite-Monday Late Edition
Pounding The Rock — ... 48 Minutes of Hell: The Silver Lining On Parker’s Ankle "In a phrase: increased playing time for George Hill." 48 Minutes of Hell: San Antonio’s Silent Slump "An under-reported Spurs story through six games is their three point shooting slump. Have a look." 48 Minutes of Hell: Andrew Bynum is a Game-Changer Bynum scares the beejeezus out of Tim Varner. 48 Minutes of Hell: Implications from the Spurs’ Final Five Tim Varner writes: "Through 8 games, George Hill is unquestionably the Spurs’ 5th ...

The Spurs and Mavs Hit Reset
48 Minutes of Hell — ... toward Spain, yet again. If Tiago Splitter were on the team, the tandem of McDyess-Splitter would be as effective as any defensive scheme in the league at covering Nowitzki. It’s a shame, but I digress. The game is available on ESPN360 for those looking for an internet feed. 48MoH will be representing the Spurs’ faithful as part of ESPN’s Daily Dime Live chat.  The game tips at 9:30 ET. Related posts: Going Small? The Silver Lining ...

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Sprained Ankle To Shelve Spurs’ Parker For Week
slamdunkcentral.com 15 days ago — The Spurs took a sustantial hit of sorts when guard Tony Parker sprained his ankle in the team’s loss to Portland Friday night; the injury, according to Jeff McDonald of the San Antonio Express-News, will sideline Parker approximately a week – which has been confirmed by the star ...
Manu carries Spurs past Raptors
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Spurs' Parker Out A Week
novafantasysports.com 15 days ago — Update:  The San Antonio Express-News is reporting that Tony Parker (PG) could miss a week with a sprained ankle he suffered in the Spurs' loss to the Blazers on Friday night.  Parker has sprained the same ankle before, but says that this one isn't as serious. Fantasy Impact:  ...
Swollen left ankle sidelines Spurs' Duncan
mysanantonio.com 12 days ago — Tim Duncan joins Tony Parker on the sidelines for the Spurs against Toronto. Duncan, like Parker, was out with an ankle injury.
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Tim Duncan has a swollen left ankle that will keep him on the bench with Tony Parker.
Ginobili drops 36 to help Duncan-less Spurs rollSI.com - NBA 12 days ago
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Ginobili's 36 Carries Spurs Without Parker, DuncanNYT > Pro Basketball 12 days ago
SAN ANTONIO (AP) -- Manu Ginobili scored 36 points without Tim Duncan and Tony Parker in the lineup and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Toronto Raptors 131-124 on Monday night.
Ginobili's 36 carries Spurs without Parker, DuncanBoston.com -- Basketball news 12 days ago
Manu Ginobili scored 36 points without Tim Duncan and Tony Parker in the lineup and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Toronto Raptors 131-124 on Monday night.