While the number one pick in any draft brings a certain level of excitement to the winning fanbase, earning the first pick in the 2023 draft lottery could alter national perception of the San Antonio Spurs in a lasting way. Despite winning 5 NBA Championships between 1999 and 2014, and winning no less than 61% of regular season games during that same span, the Tim Duncan era Spurs were largely considered boring. A number of factors contributed to this perception, including market size, Pop’s open disdain for media and fame, and Duncan’s disinterest in being the center of attention.
Spurs fans can finally kiss the “Boring” label goodbye
