Hats off..

to Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili. They knew that last night’s game was a must-win and stepped up to the challenge. The backcourt duo combined for 62 points and 17 assists in the series’ third. At the other end, San Antonio quieted Stojakovic; after putting up 47 between the first and second games, Peja only scored 8. Paul and Parker answered each other off the bounce on numerous back-to-back possessions, finishing with 35 and 9, 31 and 11, respectively. After their 110-99 loss, the Hornets will regroup and win a close one Sunday, as the series continues.