Duncan Carries Spurs to Fifth Straight Win

Tim Duncan had the big numbers, but Manu Ginobili hit the key shots as the San Antonio Spurs held on to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 97-88 last night, reports the Associated Press. Duncan had 28 points and 12 rebounds, but when the Clippers took a late lead, Ginobili's 3-pointer sparked a 10-0 clinching run. In other NBA action:

• The Sacramento Kings won their 19th straight home game against the Memphis Grizzlies with a 107-106 overtime win. Kevin Martin hit two free throws in the closing seconds for the win and two of his 36 points.
• Roger Mason scored 22 points, including six 3-pointers, to lift the Washington Wizards to a 104-99 win over the Seattle SuperSonics.