NBA News: The San Antonio Spurs Cementing Themselves Amongst the NBA Elite

bob bob by Analyst Written on July 08, 2009
PHILADELPHIA - APRIL 27: Antonio McDyess #24 of the Detroit Pistons reacts to a basket in the third quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers in Game Four of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals during the 2008 NBA Playoffs on April 27, 2008 at the Wachovia Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.  (Photo by Nick Laham/Getty Images) (Photo by Nick Laham/Getty Images)

The most consistent team in the NBA is cementing themselves amongst the NBA elite once again.

The San Antonio Spurs have won 50 or more games each season during this decade. Reaching the 60-win mark a few times along the way.

Winning three championships in this century isn't to shabby either.

Now, with their recent additions of Antonio Mcdyess and Richard Jefferson, the Spurs have the potential to win 60 or more games this up coming season.

I won't be surprised if they reach the Western Conference Finals with the kind of team, coaches, and players alike, the Spurs have in their arsenal.

Getting Mcdyess and Jefferson is so beneficial to the Spurs because these two players know their roles in the team. Meaning ego is not a problem, and they can produce worthy numbers during games.

Antonio Mcdyess averages 13.2 points and 7.8 rebounds a game.

Richard Jefferson is not that bad himself with 17.3 points and 5.3 rebounds a contest.

With these two teaming up with Tim Duncan, arguably the best big men of his era, Tony Parker, a top 10 point guard in the league today, and a hopefully healthy Manu Ginobili—this team has a chance to win their fifth championship of the San Antonio franchise.

Time and time again the Spurs have proved themselves that they are one of the best teams in the NBA. Love them or hate them, it's asinine for us to deny their rightful spot in the race for the Larry O'Brien trophy. 

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