A tribute to the incomparable David Robinson

Rob Kinnan-USA TODAY SportsIf "The Admiral" turning 50 doesn't make you feel old, then you missed out.

There's been a narrative going around that LaMarcus Aldridge, the second he steps on the floor in a Spurs jersey for a meaningful game, will instantly be the best teammate that Tim Duncan's ever played with. The pragmatic among us will reserve judgment, pledging to wait a year or two before comparing him to peak Manu Ginobili or Tony Parker, or the ever ascendant Kawhi Leonard.

Of course, all of this is folly. The best teammate Tim ever had and ever will have is David Maurice Robinson, and it's not close.

I bring this up because Robinson, whom Avery Johnson always liked to address as…