The Spurs beat the Phoenix Suns, 119-98, at AT&T Center on Wednesday. Here are five takeaways from that win.
1. LaMarcus Aldridge is playing out of this world
Aldridge had a near-perfect game, scoring 27 points on 10-for-12 and grabbing eight rebounds in 32 minutes of play. Aldridge, who is averaging 17 points this season, said he’s been making a point of playing more aggressively on the offensive end lately. Against Chicago on Christmas, he had a game-high 33 points, scoring 20 points on nine-for-nine shooting in the first quarter. Said Aldridge of his recent incredible play: “Good rhythm, just playing confident, my shots are going in.