The Spurs entered the playoffs as the best team in the league with 60 wins, dismantling the Phoenix Suns, Los Angeles Lakers, Dallas Mavericks and New Jersey Nets on their way to winning their second title in five years. Not everything was smooth sailing, however, as Stephen Jackson pointed out in his recent appearance on Showtime’s “Ticket & The Truth.” “Tony Parker was cooked by every Ranger that year,” Jackson said via Showtime. Speedy Claxton saved us. I don’t know why they don’t talk about Speedy Claxton and give him his props bro. Tony Parker was near the bench every fourth quarter because Steve [Stephon Marbury] He was frying him. Jason Kidd was frying him.” -Trans Sports Illustrated / April 21, 2023