Duncan contributed seven points (3-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), nine rebounds, five assists, and one block in 29 minutes during the Spurs' 95-87 win versus the Celtics on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Duncan has only averaged 30 minutes per game during the regular season once in the last five years, so the fact that he's averaging only 28 minutes per game thus far is hardly surprising. Further, the Spurs have never had this much depth down low. With Duncan, LaMarcus Aldridge, Boris Diaw, and David West, the Spurs barely have enough minutes to go around, and coach Gregg Popovich will likely play it safe with his longtime meal ticket throughout the year. Those who drafted Duncan likely didn't expect him to log a lot of minutes or post eye-popping stats this season, but instead are relying on his consistently efficient and well-rounded production, which he'll likely continue to provide so long as he stays healthy.

Duncan scored 14 points while shooting a perfect 7-for-7 from the field in Monday's exhibition loss to the Heat. He also added six rebounds and two assists in 19 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

In his first game playing alongside free-agent import LaMarcus Aldridge, Duncan adapted well to his new teammate, with both players turning in productive performances. The two combined to shoot 14-for-19 from the field, with Aldridge even stretching out to the three-point line to fire off an attempt. The two big men should still have some occasional rough patches as they learn to work off each other, but coach Gregg Popovich and his staff will likely have both players working effectively in concert by the time the postseason rolls around. The acquisition of Aldridge will likely result in Duncan resting more frequently as Popovich aims to preserve the 19th-year pro for the long slog of the regular season.

Duncan, as well as Tony Parker, Manu Ginobili and Boris Diaw, will sit out Thursday's preseason opener, Marc Spears of Yahoo! Sports reports.

EDGE Analysis

Given what we've seen from the Spurs over the years, this comes as no surprise, and coach Gregg Popovich will likely continue to rest his veterans throughout the exhibition season. New addition LaMarcus Aldridge will suit up Thursday in what will be his first action in Spurs uniform.

Duncan and Spurs working to finalize a two-year, $10.4 million deal with a player option for second year, David Aldridge of TNT reports. While reports originally stated that Duncan was inclined to take the veteran minimum to make room for the likes of LaMarcus Aldridge and Kawhi Leonard, this deal is still a massive discount for a player like Duncan. Despite approaching 40 years old, Duncan still plays like an All-NBA talent and will now have some pressure taken off him next season with Aldridge joining him in the frontcourt.

Duncan announced Thursday that he will return to San Antonio next season, FOX Sports reports. As most expected, Duncan will return for his 19th season with the Spurs. The terms of his new deal have not been released, but he's expected to take a significant pay cut, especially if the Spurs end up signing LaMarcus Aldridge to a max deal.

Duncan finished his 18th NBA season posting averages of 13.9 points, 9.1 rebounds, 3.0 assists, 2.0 blocks, and 0.8 steals in 29 minutes per game through 77 games in 2014-15. Entering this offseason as an unrestricted free agent, Duncan will most likely re-sign with the Spurs for his 19th NBA season. The Spurs won 55 games this year, finishing just one game shy of the Rockets, who took the second seed in the Western Conference Playoffs. As a 39-year-old veteran, Duncan's near double-double average defies all signs of regression. Even if Duncan is one of the older players in the NBA, Spurs coach Gregg Popovich likes to rest his veteran players to get the most out of their aging bodies. When Duncan is given three days rest, he averages 18.2 points, 9.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 2.5 blocks, and 1.2 steals in 31 minutes. Should he decide to re-sign with the Spurs, Duncan will likely continue to start and produce at a high level as one of the best big men in the game for at least another season.

Duncan had another 20 and 10 game, his fourth for the series, ending with 27 points (11-16 FG, 5-8 FT) and 11 rebounds in 37 minutes Saturday in Game 7. If this is the last time we see Tim Duncan on an NBA court, he didn't disappoint, but with the sort of play we saw, he could definitely go around again. Duncan shot at over 60 percent in five of the seven games in this series and only once had less than 10 rebounds. If he plays again, Duncan should maintain the same stellar value he's had over the latter portion of his storied career.

Duncan grabbed a double-double and stuffed the stat sheet in Game 5 against the Clippers, posting 21 points, 11 rebounds, four assists, three steals, and one block in 39 minutes of action. Duncan was excellent in the crucial Game 5, which ultimately helped the Spurs take a 3-2 series lead against the Clippers. He'll look to close out the series in Game 6.

Duncan stuffed the stat sheet in Game 4 against the Clippers, posting 22 points, 14 rebounds, three assists, two steals, and three blocks before fouling out in 38 minutes of action. Duncan had a strong performance Sunday, but unfortunately it wasn't enough to help the Spurs rack up a win. With the series tied up at 2-2, expect Duncan to continue to play well for Game 5.

Duncan played a team-high 44 minutes in Wednesday's Game 2 win over the Clippers. He put up 28 points (14-23 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 0-1 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists, two steals, and one block. Duncan was unstoppable for stretches of Wednesday's game, and despite Old Man River Walk turning 39 years old in two days, he's still finding ways to stay fresh. It helps that there are no back-to-backs in the playoffs. giving him adequate rest time, and that rest also makes Duncan a more reliable option in daily games.