It had been four years since Spurs last won the trophy. Player Of The Weekand at the time, it was DeMar DeRozan. Ironically, it is Harrison Barneswho played a role in bringing DeRozan to the Kings as his successor. While San Antonio remains on three straight victories, including two against the Thunder and the Warriors, Barnes averaged 22.3 points, 8.7 rebounds and 62% shooting.
The only NBA champion on the squad, Barnes is highly appreciated by his teammates for his experience, his calm and his great professionalism. “Harrison is the ultimate professional. Whether it's taking care of his body off the field or what he does on the field, it's all professional and of a high standard“, describes for example Keldon Johnson.
In the East, Franz Wagner had the potential to score a double, but the league preferred him Giannis Antetokounmpo. In his wake, the Bucks signed a perfect week with four victories in as many matches, and the “Greek Freak” blackened the sheet with 32.5 points on average at 61% success, 10.8 rebounds and 7.3 assists.
