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Thunder notebook: Wayman Tisdale honored
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Published: April 8, 2009
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Duncan takes over
Tim Duncan averaged 20 points and 12.7 rebounds in four games against the Thunder this season, but he turned in his best performance Tuesday night (25 points, 15 rebounds). Oklahoma City led much of the first three quarters before Duncan scored three baskets early in the fourth period to give the Spurs an 87-78 lead.
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