Tim Duncan: An Appreciation

I watched some of his very first game for WFU.  It was in the Great Alaska Shootout, and I don’t think he took a single shot–his offensive game was that raw. It got a lot better, and quickly.

I would guess that I watched 90 to 95 percent of his games since then.  He lost most of his athleticism a long time ago, but he still somehow managed to remain effective, particularly on the defensive end.  He always played hard, and the right way, and with style and grace.  He was always a great teammate.  Finally, he did it all without glorifying himself; it was all about the Spurs, not his ego.

And that is why, in spite of his five rings, his two MVPs, his three Finals MVPs, his All-Star MVP, and all of his All-NBA selections, Donald Trump probably thinks he’s a loser.