
The Spurs control their destiny for the postseason, having overcome a season with minimal contributions from their best player, Kawhi Leonard, and a defense anchored by Pau Gasol and LaMarcus Aldridge. Gregg Popovich has weaved another magical tapestry this season, coaxing the best out of Manu Ginobili, Danny Green, and Dejounte Murray, and they’re set to make the playoffs yet again. They don’t have the same threat as they’ve had in years past, but just the fact that they’re here at the end of everything is remarkable.