San Antonio Spurs

PHILADELPHIA, PA - JANUARY 3: LaMarcus Aldridge #12 of the San Antonio Spurs shoots over Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on January 3, 2018 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

NBA Trade Rumors: If Spurs trade Kawhi Leonard, is LaMarcus Aldridge next?

NBA Rumors: Does Kawhi Leonard really want to stay with the Spurs?

NBA Rumors: San Antonio Spurs seeking ‘grand-slam’ offers for Kawhi Leonard

NBA Rumors: Spurs concerned Kawhi’s camp is pushing for a trade

SACRAMENTO, CA - OCTOBER 27: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the San Antonio Spurs looks on from the bench against the Sacramento Kings during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game at Golden 1 Center on October 27, 2016 in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

NBA Rumors: Spurs, Kawhi need to sort things out before extension

OAKLAND, CA - APRIL 14: Head coach Gregg Popovich of the San Antonio Spurs talks with his player Tony Parker

NBA Rumors: Tony Parker wants to play in 2018-19; Will Spurs re-sign him?

OAKLAND, CA - MAY 14: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the San Antonio Spurs stands on the court during Game One of the NBA Western Conference Finals against the Golden State Warriors at ORACLE Arena on May 14, 2017 in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

2018 NBA Playoffs: Last time the Warriors-Spurs met in the postseason

SACRAMENTO, CA - OCTOBER 27: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the San Antonio Spurs looks on from the bench against the Sacramento Kings during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game at Golden 1 Center on October 27, 2016 in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Kawhi Leonard: How the money and the injury will determine his future

San Antonio Spurs Gregg Popovich (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

San Antonio Spurs: The 2017-18 NBA season has been a nightmare

OAKLAND, CA - MAY 14: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the San Antonio Spurs stands on the court during Game One of the NBA Western Conference Finals against the Golden State Warriors at ORACLE Arena on May 14, 2017 in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

NBA Rumors: There’s hope Spurs’ Kawhi Leonard returns in March

OAKLAND, CA - MAY 14: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the San Antonio Spurs stands on the court during Game One of the NBA Western Conference Finals against the Golden State Warriors at ORACLE Arena on May 14, 2017 in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

NBA Rumors: Spurs’ Kawhi Leonard not expected to return this season

DENVER, CO - JANUARY 05: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the San Antonio Spurs inches towards the basket while being guarded by Will Barton #5 of the Denver Nuggets at the Pepsi Center on January 5, 2017 in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that , by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)

NBA Rumors: Is there a rift between the San Antonio Spurs, Kawhi Leonard?

OAKLAND, CA - MAY 14: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the San Antonio Spurs stands on the court during Game One of the NBA Western Conference Finals against the Golden State Warriors at ORACLE Arena on May 14, 2017 in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

San Antonio Spurs: With Kawhi Leonard out, what’s next for the Spurs?

OAKLAND, CA - MAY 14: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the San Antonio Spurs stands on the court during Game One of the NBA Western Conference Finals against the Golden State Warriors at ORACLE Arena on May 14, 2017 in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

San Antonio Spurs: Kawhi Leonard’s return creates a new threat out West

OAKLAND, CA - MAY 14: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the San Antonio Spurs stands on the court during Game One of the NBA Western Conference Finals against the Golden State Warriors at ORACLE Arena on May 14, 2017 in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

San Antonio Spurs: Kawhi Leonard to return ‘sooner rather than later’

HOUSTON, TX - DECEMBER 25: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the San Antonio Spurs and James Harden #13 of the Houston Rockets battle for position during their game at the Toyota Center on December 25, 2015 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Scott Halleran/Getty Images)

Kawhi Leonard: A strong NBA MVP candidate in 2017-18

May 20, 2017; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) reacts after scoring during the third quarter against the Golden State Warriors in game three of the Western conference finals of the NBA Playoffs at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

San Antonio Spurs: LaMarcus Aldridge failed Gregg Popovich

Mar 5, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving (2) works against Boston Celtics guard Avery Bradley (0) during the third quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. The Cavs won 120-103. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

How will we remember the Celtics and the Spurs after the 2017 playoffs?

May 14, 2017; Oakland, CA, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Kawhi Leonard (2) shoots the basketball against Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) during the first quarter in game one of the Western conference finals of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Why the Spurs are the biggest threat to the Warriors.

May 11, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Jonathon Simmons (17) dunks the ball during the third quarter against the Houston Rockets in game six of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Did we count out the Spurs?

Nov 11, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30, left) shoots the ball against San Antonio Spurs guard Manu Ginobili (20) during the first quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Last time they met in the playoffs: Warriors vs. Spurs

May 11, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Jonathon Simmons (17) dunks the ball during the third quarter against the Houston Rockets in game six of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Jonathon Simmons is the Spurs’ dark horse

May 9, 2017; San Antonio, TX, USA; Houston Rockets shooting guard James Harden (13) dribbles the ball as San Antonio Spurs shooting guard Danny Green (14) defends during the second half in game five of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Houston Rockets run out of gas at a vital time in Game 5 vs Spurs

Apr 4, 2017; San Antonio, TX, USA; Memphis Grizzlies center Marc Gasol (33) shoots the ball over San Antonio Spurs power forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) during the second half at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

San Antonio Spurs: In defense of LaMarcus Aldridge

May 7, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) celebrates after making a three point basket during the third quarter against the San Antonio Spurs in game four of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

The Houston Rockets are a real life sports movie underdog

May 5, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Mike D'Antoni argues a call against the San Antonio Spurs during the second half in game three of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. San Antonio won 103-92. Mandatory Credit: Thomas B. Shea-USA TODAY Sports

The Houston Rockets fail to handle the moment in game 3

May 3, 2017; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs point guard Tony Parker (9) is helped off the court after being injured against the Houston Rockets during the second half in game two of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Tony Parker’s injury is a blessing in disguise for the Spurs

May 3, 2017; San Antonio, TX, USA; Houston Rockets shooting guard James Harden (13) dribbles the ball as San Antonio Spurs small forward Kawhi Leonard (2) defends during the second half in game two of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Takeaways from the Spurs’ huge Game 2 victory vs Houston