Tim Duncan Named Player of the Week

NEW YORK, Dec. 15, 2008 – Tim Duncan today was named the Western Conference Players of the Week for games played Monday, Dec. 8, through Sunday, Dec. 14.

Duncan averaged a double-double with 22.0 points and 12.5 rebounds to lead the Spurs to a 4-0 record. The 11-year veteran tallied 32 points, 14 rebounds and two steals in the Spurs 133-126 double-overtime victory at Dallas on Dec. 9. Since beginning the season at 1-4, the Spurs have posted a record of 14-4 and are currently on six-game winning steak.

Here is a closer look at the week for Tim Duncan:

Dec. 9 @ Dallas:
Recorded 32 points, 14 rebounds, four assists and two steals in a 133-126 double-overtime win over the Mavericks.

Dec. 10 vs. Atlanta:
Scored 19 points to go along with 11 rebounds in a 95-89 win over the Hawks.

Dec. 12 @ Minnesota:
Tallied 17 points, 13 rebounds and five blocks in a 98-86 win over the Timberwolves.

Dec. 14 vs. Oklahoma City:
Scored 20 points, and added 12 rebounds and five assists in a 109-104 win over the Thunder.