The talk all season has been of what’s ailed the Spurs—of woeful quads, ankles, heels, and shoulders. As they continue down this final, onerous stretch of the year, they’re beginning to speak of a more productive affliction: hunger.
In a battle over playoff positioning, the Spurs out-rebounded and often out-hustled the younger Timberwolves en route to a crucial 117-102 win, giving them an equally important 2-1 tie-breaker over an opponent they’re now tied with in the standings.
“We need every win right now,” said LaMarcus Aldridge, who paced San Antonio with 39 points, 10 rebounds and two blocks.