San Antonio Spurs 2012 NBA Preview:
The San Antonio Spurs are at the same time one of the most formidable teams in the NBA, and oldest. However, that doesn’t really matter when you’re dealing with one of the strongest cores in the NBA between future Hall of Famer Tim Duncan and superstars Tony Parker and Manu Ginobli. That is the group that, with hobbled knees, captured the best record in the Western Conference in 2010-11. However there’s a bit of a youth movement afoot in the land of the Alamo, as forwards Tiago Splitter and DeJuan Blair, and guard George Hill use those fill-in minutes to gain experience for when the time comes and it’s them starting in the Alamodome. While there’s no timetable set for that, it’s exciting to watch one of the most compelling mixes of fastbreak and half court offenses the NBA has to offer.
Recommended Spurs Games
Spurs vs. Dallas Mavericks (March 23) – Reigning NBA Champs travel down IH-35 to take on Spurs.
Spurs vs. Oklahoma City Thunder (February 4) – Durant brings one of the best young teams in Western Conference.
Spurs vs. Los Angeles Lakers (April 11 & April 20) – Kobe Bryant & Lakers are always one of the biggest draws of the season.
Spurs vs. Houston Rockets (January 11 & February 1) – A few hours on I-10 is all that separates these Western Conference rivals.
SAN ANTONIO SPURS INFORMATION:
Founded: 1973
Stadium: AT&T Center
City: San Antonio, Texas
Conference: Western Conference
Division: Southwest Division
Rivals: Houston Rockets, Dallas Mavericks
Owners: Peter Holt
Coach: Gregg Popovich
Mascot: The Coyote
Dancers: Silver Dancers
Notable Players: David Robinson, Sean Elliott, Avery Johnson, George Gervin
San Antonio Spurs Championship Titles: 4 (last title in 2007)
San Antonio Spurs Conference Titles: 4 (last title in 2007)
See Also:
San Antonio Spurs Playoff tickets
San Antonio Spurs Season Preview History
SAN ANTONIO SPURS EXPEREINCE:
Before joining the National Basketball Association, the San Antonio Spurs were members of the American Basketball Association prior to the merger of the leagues. Between 1967 and 1973, they were also known as the Dallas Chaparrals and for a short period of time between 1970 and 1971, the team was referred to as the Texas Chaparrals. It wasn't until 1973 that the franchise took on its current name and began calling San Antonio its home.
San Antonio officially debuted in the National Basketball Association in 1973. Although they don't have a legacy as long as many other teams in the league, the Spurs have evolved into one of the most successful franchises in the NBA. Within the first seven years of their existence, the Spurs won five division titles, making them a considerable threat in the Western Conference. However, it would be years before the team won its first Championship title, which occurred right before the turn of the century in 1999.
The 1980s proved to be a tough time for the Spurs as they entered a reconstruction period and attempted to add depth their roster. However, their patience paid off by the late 90s when the team secured its first NBA title, beating the New York Knicks to win the championship. The new millennium brought new faces to the Spurs, and it also brought a winning streak. The team earned a playoff berth every year between 2000 and 2011, making them a force to be dealt with in the Western Conference. The Spurs continued to prove their worth by winning three championship titles at the beginning of the 21st century in 2003, 2005 and 2007.
San Antonio continues to remain one of the most notable franchises in the NBA and its legacy is bound to grow in the future. With an eclectic roster of talented players and a viable number of skills seen on the court, they undoubtedly will be regarded as one of the most formidable opponents in the NBA.
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