On Top of the World

Two nights ago, the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 83-82, and earned the NBA World Championship for the fourth time in nine years. Led by finals MVP Tony Parker, the Spurs had too many offensive weapons to contains. The Spurs retained composure, despite numerous runs by the Cavaliers.


Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili celebrate victoriously.

The Cavaliers opened the 4th quarter with an 11-0 run, and took the lead, 63-60. Ginobili quickly responded with a bucket and a foul, which missed, albeit was tipped in by Tim Duncan. Lebron James then missed a 3 point shot, which enabled Ginobili to drop his first 3 pointer of the game. Spurs lead, 66-63, just like that.


Michael Finley holds the ball after the game. This is his first championship after 14 NBA seasons.

The rest of the game mimicked this flow, where Cleveland would squander open look after open look. In fact, San Antonio managed to maintain the ball for nearly 2 minutes with 2:29 remaining in the 4th quarter. The Cavaliers need to do some serious soul searching in terms of time and clock management. Despite the rookie mistakes, the Cavaliers squad is very talented and fortunate to be in the finals, as these games will serve as a solid foundation for future Cavalier championships.

All in all, the Cavaliers were no match for the Spurs. Ironically, the road to the NBA finals was more perilous than any year prior for the Spurs, yet they played with more confidence and finesse than ever before. This victory is truly the culmination of NBA Playoff heartache and mistakes past, coupled with the relentless desire to be the best. The Spurs are not flashy, and don't walk with a stereotypical NBA swagger. In fact, most consider this fundamental, team-first squad to be rather dull and boring. Call them what you will, however don't forget to include 'champions'. They are living proof that following crowd doesn't necessary lead to victory.


Tim Duncan is the heart and soul of this Spurs squad.

LETS GO SPURS!!!!!!!