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Manu Ginobili Will Carry Argentine Flag at Olympics (Argentina's Travel Blog)

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 13:00:01 GMT

Manu Ginobili, basketball star of the San Antonio Spurs, has been chosen to carry Argentina’s flag in the opening ceremonies of this year’s Olympics in Beijing. This decision comes in the midst of controversy about whether or not Ginobili will be well enough to play. His ankle, which he injured in the NBA playoffs, is [...]

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Fears emerge as Manu may miss Olympics with bad ankle (Beijing Olympics 2008 Live)

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 03:37:53 GMT

It has emerged that an ankle injury could prevent Manu Ginobili from helping Argentina defend their Olympic title. Ginobili, the MVP of the last beijing2008.cn/en.shtml' target=_blank> Olympics and the superstar guard of the San Antonio Spurs, was hurt in the NBA p 3 Vote(s)

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ARG – Ginobili chosen as Argentina flag bearer (FIBA)

rss-editor@fiba.com — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 10:16:28 GMT

BUENOS AIRES (FIBA) - South America basketball icon Manu Ginobili has been selected as the flag bearer for Argentina at the Opening Ceremonies of the Beijing Games. The veteran San Antonio Spurs guard was the most valuable player of the Olympics four years ago after leading Argentina to the gold medal. Ginobili was to fly to San Antonio on Wednesday ...

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Lakewood's Osteen fills San Antonio Spurs' home arena (Houston Chronicle)

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 11:19:00 GMT

Spurs championship banners hung overhead, but Joel Osteen's traveling worship team turned the AT&T Center into a different kind of home court Sunday. The message of hope from the popular pastor of Lakewood Church in Houston packed the Alamo City arena with fans who began lining up more than two hours in advance.

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Thoughts on the Draft (Daily Basketball)

Sat, 28 Jun 2008 11:01:27 GMT

By Jarrad Todd San Antonio Spurs What do the Spurs have against promising young power forwards? First, they trade away Luis Scola, and then pass on Kansas forward Darrell Arthur in the draft. It’s not as if they are stacked at power forward. In fact, I believe it’s their weakest position, with Matt Bonner, Fabricio Oberto and [...]

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Horry is not retiring (San Diego Union)

Sat, 28 Jun 2008 10:12:01 GMT

San Antonio Spurs forward Robert Horry has decided against retirement and wants to return to the NBA for a 17th season, a Houston television station reported yesterday.

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Former UA star wants one more year (The Anniston Star Online)

Sat, 28 Jun 2008 05:06:49 GMT

HOUSTON — San Antonio Spurs forward Robert Horry has decided against retirement and wants to return to the NBA for a 17th season, a Houston television station reported Friday. Horry is set to become a free agent July 1.

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Horry wants to play another year (Arizona Republic)

Sat, 28 Jun 2008 03:28:14 GMT

San Antonio Spurs forward Robert Horry has decided against retirement and wants to return to the NBA for a 17th season, a Houston television station reported Friday.

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Spurs F Horry wants to play 17th season in NBA (CBS SportsLine.com)

Sat, 28 Jun 2008 00:40:47 GMT

San Antonio Spurs forward Robert Horry has decided against retirement and wants to return to the NBA for a 17th season, a Houston television station reported Friday.

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Horry not ready to retire after 'crazy' year (MSNBC.com)

Sat, 28 Jun 2008 00:07:00 GMT

San Antonio Spurs forward Robert Horry has decided against retirement and wants to return to the NBA for a 17th season, a Houston television station reported Friday.

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Horry wants to return with either Spurs or Rockets (ESPN)

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 23:59:36 GMT

San Antonio Spurs forward Robert Horry says he wants to return to the NBA for a 17th season.

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Derrick Rose & the NBA Draft: The Next Tim Duncan? (iVoryTowerz)

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 11:48:00 GMT

by Hayden Alfano Tim Duncan and Derrick Rose are very different basketball players, but before all is said and done, they may well end up inextricably linked. Duncan, the San Antonio Spurs' veteran power forward, is an 11-year veteran, a ten-time All-Star, and has twice been named the National Basketball Association’s (NBA) Most Valuable Player. Rose is barely 19 years old, the newly-minted...

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Gist taken by Spurs in second round (Baltimore Sun)

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 11:00:00 GMT

Maryland forward selected by San Antonio with 57th overall pick The San Antonio Spurs selected Maryland forward James Gist in the second round of the NBA draft with the 57th overall pick.

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Spurs acquire draft rights to Hairston (kansascity.com)

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 05:55:00 GMT

The San Antonio Spurs acquired the draft rights to forward Malik Hairston, Golden State's 2009 second-round pick and cash considerations from the Phoenix Suns in exchange for the draft rights to guard Goran Dragic.

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IUPUI's Hill picked 26th by San Antonio (Indy Star)

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 02:33:16 GMT

George Hill worked out with the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday.

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Success One Swing at a Time (Never eat alone blog)

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 23:00:02 GMT

A great quote, paraphrased from San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich, via the blog of the guy behind Pursue the Passion: "A sculptor had a large stone that he wanted split down the middle. He took a big swing with...

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Today’s (Draft) picks (European Prospects)

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 20:52:46 GMT

Here are the latest rumors concerning the NBA Draft that will start tonight at 1h30 CET. After the period of Nicolas Batum’s heart problems, the medical bulletin has not been released by his agents. The only teams that have it right now are the San Antonio Spurs (26th) and the Cleveland Cavaliers (19th). After the hype on [...]

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Tony Parker Named NBA Live 09 Cover Star (Voodoo Extreme)

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 21:12:00 GMT

Bounces into stores this October: Electronic Arts Inc. announced today that San Antonio Spurs...

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Tony Parker is NBA Live 09 Cover Athlete (1UP)

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:54:00 GMT

San Antonio Spurs point guard no longer relegated to French cover.

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Tony Parker is Announced as NBA Live '09 Cover Athlete (Planet Xbox 360)

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:31:00 GMT

EA Sports announced today that San Antonio Spurs point guard Tony Parker will be the cover athlete and spokesman for NBA Live 09. In his seven NBA seasons, the 26 year old is a two-time NBA All-Star and has 3 championships.

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