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From around the time it became evident that the New Orleans Pelicans’ playoff hopes might come down to the final night of the regular season, there was conjecture from media and fans that the Pelicans might catch a break by facing San Antonio in Game 82. Perhaps more so than any NBA team, the Spurs and longtime head coach Gregg Popovich have subscribed to the theory that resting key players in late-season games is the best way to get ready for the playoffs. It’s helped the Spurs win five NBA titles, all since 1999.
But like so many aspects of this extremely unpredictable Pelicans season, San Antonio won’t be sitting any of its veterans Wednesday, because the Spurs now have a chance to claim the No.