The Spurs had no answer on how to stop Dirk Nowitzki who dropped 36 points on them in this game and they were outrebounded 45-37 which helps explain the loss. Tim Duncan led the way for the Spurs in this game with 27 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists. Manu Ginobili also had a outstanding game finishing up with 26 points, 4 rebounds, 6 assists and 3 steals. Tony Parker pitched in with 18 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists. Antonio McDyess gave the Spurs some muscle in this game with 10 points, 8 rebounds, 2 assists and 1 steal in only 23 minutes on the court. The Spurs are down 1-0 in this series.