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79S10501 JHS-D

By:  McClendon                                                    H.R. No. 19 



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, The San Antonio Spurs have brought yet another 
basketball championship to the State of Texas, defeating the 
Detroit Pistons in Game 7 of the NBA Finals by a score of 81-74 to 
secure the team's second title in the past three seasons and third 
in the past seven years; and
	WHEREAS, Led by Finals MVP Tim Duncan, the Spurs demonstrated 
grit and determination in their quest to capture the championship 
trophy; a total team effort, the victory was the result of hard 
work, dedication, and a commitment to teamwork and basketball 
fundamentals, including the team's legendary defense; and
	WHEREAS, The Spurs finished the regular season with an 
impressive 59-23 record before knocking off Denver, Seattle, and 
top-seeded Phoenix in the playoffs to advance to the championship 
finals against Detroit; with the two teams tied going into Game 5, 
the Spurs snatched a pivotal victory when veteran Robert Horry 
nailed a three-pointer in the closing seconds of the game to put San 
Antonio ahead in the series 3-2; and
	WHEREAS, The resilient Pistons bounced back in Game 6, 
showing the heart and desire expected of the defending champions, 
but the Spurs' home-court advantage and superior play in the 
deciding Game 7 proved too much to overcome; and
	WHEREAS, One of only five NBA coaches who have won as many as 
three titles, Coach Gregg Popovich worked with Spurs Chairman and 
CEO Peter Holt and general manager R. C. Buford to put together a 
talented team featuring young stars, established veterans, and 
vital role players; moreover, the Spurs represent the changing face 
of professional basketball with a core of international players 
from around the world; and
	WHEREAS, Members of the 2005 NBA Champion San Antonio Spurs 
are Tim Duncan, Manu Ginobili, Tony Parker, Robert Horry, Nazr 
Mohammed, Brent Barry, Bruce Bowen, Glenn Robinson, Beno Udrih, 
Devin Brown, Rasho Nesterovic, and Tony Massenburg; the team's 
top-notch staff includes assistant coaches P. J. Carlesimo, Mike 
Budenholzer, Brett Brown, and Don Newman, strength and conditioning 
coach Mike Brungardt, athletic trainer Will Sevening, and assistant 
trainer Joe Gutzwiller; and
	WHEREAS, Winning a professional sports championship can have 
a powerful and positive effect on a city and its residents, and the 
San Antonio Spurs have made an important contribution to the 
vibrancy and prominence of the Alamo City; through savvy 
decision-making and myriad contributions to the community, the 
Spurs organization exemplifies the characteristics of a model 
sports franchise, and it is a pleasure to join in celebrating the 
team's latest championship title; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby congratulate the players, 
coaches, staff, and owners of the San Antonio Spurs on winning the 
2005 NBA Championship and extend best wishes to all those who shared 
in the thrill of victory and supported the team throughout this 
magical season; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for the team, coaches, staff, and owners as an expression 
of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.