Spurs Clinch Top Seed

This seems like old times. The Spurs are back on top again after beating the Portland Trail Blazers to clinch the #1 seed out West. Superstar Tim Duncan had 18 and 8 as he continues to still be solid for San Antonio. This was the 8th straight win for San Antonio who now has two games remaining. With the games being completely meaningless the Spurs figure to rest the Big Three. The Big Three has not been completely healthy entering the playoffs since 2008 so it is vital for San Antonio to allow that to continue.

Danny Green continues to have a strong season. Last night, Green scored 18 more points and looks like he is the breakout guy this year. The former Tar Heel has become a decent option for the Spurs. Parker had 13 points and 6 assist in a solid, but unspectacular game from him. With 6 guys in double figures though it is going to be tough to beat the Spurs (Gary Neal, James Anderson and Stephen Jackson were the others last night). Manu Ginobili already began his rest last night, only playing 17 minutes.

-Noland