Turnovers can ruin momentum, limit offensive chances and offer opportunities to the opponent, which is why the San Antonio Spurs have always emphasized methodical decision-making with control of the ball. Even though they haven’t been quite up to par this season, old habits die hard and some things remain consistent even in the toughest times.
Though it’s taken them some time to get into the swing of it, this year’s group has been in a good groove lately in terms of protecting the basketball. They’ve facilitated for each other in their last 10 games with five players averaging at least 2.