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Tony Parker erupted for 55 points on Wednesday night to save the Spurs from an 0-4 start in a spectacular double-overtime showing against Minnesota.  In adding 10 assists, he also became just the 3rd player in NBA history to drop a 55/10, joining very elite company in Michael Jordan and Oscar Robertson.

With Manu Ginobili sidelined until at least December and Tim Duncan starting to slow a little with age, the load is now on Parker’s shoulders to carry the offensive load.  He has shown himself to be one of the league’s premier slashers, featuring an explosive first step and an ability to score driving to the basket.  Through the Spurs’ first 4 games, Parker is averaging 33.3 PPG, nearly double his career high.  While he’s certainly not going to continue at that level, Parker is making it clear that he’s ready to take the big step forward that’s been looming for him the last few years.

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