The Spurs are definitely enjoying this title! They already were partying the night after winning against the Heat, they already had their parade but they are still going strong. Last night some of the team got together to celebrate some more and wish their own Danny Green a happy birthday. They players were poppin’ bottles and having a blast but also humble enough to take pics with any fans who asked. Hit the jump.
NBA: Jason Terry Suggests Gregg Popovich & Spurs Were Behind A/C Malfunction
There was an electrical failure in the A/C unit at the AT&T Center during game 1 of the NBA Finals. The problem has since been fixed but there were conspiracy theories floating around that the Spurs had been practicing without AC and purposely tried to sabotage the Heat. Most people were joking but Kings veteran guard Jason Terry hinted that Spurs coach Gregg Popovich was indeed responsible.
(Video) NBA: Spurs & Broken Air Conditioning Help Beat Heat In Game One, Lebron Leaves With Cramps
The Miami Heat couldn’t handle the Heat in San Antonio as the Spurs pulled away late for a 10-95 win in game one of the NBA finals. The air conditioning stopped working before the game started and became just as much as part of the story as the game itself did. It was a competitive back & forth game all night until later in the fourth quarter when Lebron started cramping up due to the heat and had to leave the game. That was when the Spurs made their move and put the game out of reach. Hit the jump.
NBA: Mark Cuban Hopes Spurs Win Championship So Tim Duncan Will Retire
The San Antonio Spurs and Dallas Mavericks are inner-state rivals who have battled for years with the former usually getting the best of the latter. That continued this year as the Spurs defeated the Mavericks in seven games during round one of the playoffs. With the Mavericks out, owner Mark Cuban has ironically thrown his support towards the Spurs but he has his own vested reason.
(Video) NBA: Vinsanity!!! Vince Carter Hit Buzzer Beater 3 to Give Mavericks Win Over Spurs
This year’s NBA playoffs has definitely been one for the books and it’s just the first round! Teams like the Hawks, Grizzlies and Wizards have not only shocked their opponents but the fans as well. The Mavericks might be the most shocking of all as they now lead the San Antonio Spurs 2-1 in the series thanks to this amazing shot by Vince Carter.
