The 5th ring put Kobe in the five-title club—all with one franchise, welding loyalty to success.
The 2005 crown was the visible payoff of years of obsessive, unseen work.
A near-uncopyable skill set let Duncan stay decisive against any defensive scheme.
The 2005 run was the hinge that turned a great career into a lasting dynasty.
Beyond the clutch shots, 2005 showed a complete Duncan who lifted teammates as much as himself.
Duncan's third title cemented a new Spurs era and locked in his place among the all-time greats.
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In the 50-game 1998-99 season, the Spurs beat New York 4-1. Tim Duncan averaged 27.4 points and 14 boards to win his first Finals MVP.