On a night deservedly belonging to the retiring of Tim Duncan’s number, there was a play that stopped my vacation and made me grab my computer to write. Coach Popovich called an ATO (After Time Out play) that J.R. Wilco is calling “a candidate for best ATO play ever.” And that might not be an exaggeration, this one is worth a closer look.
The ATO took place with the Spurs leading 85-68 in the third quarter and the Pelicans one play away from having their spirits broken.
Here’s the play:
Here's a candidate for best ATO play ever.