San Antonio Spurs' all-time starting five

Tim Duncan and Kawhi Leonard are sure locks in the franchise all-time starting five
Tim Duncan and Kawhi Leonard are sure locks in the franchise all-time starting five

Small Forward: Kawhi Leonard

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Kawhi Leonard

Yes, a player with just six years under his belt is on the all-time starting five of a franchise but Kawhi Leonard isn't any other player. There are very few small forwards in Spurs' history, who have achieved what he has in his career so far - 2014 Finals MVP and a 2-time Defensive Player of the year.

Also read: Top 5 NBA small forwards of all time

He made his mark in the league by being a lockdown defender but as the years rolled on, with the help of the Spurs' exceptional coaching staff, he worked on his shooting and offense. Now, not only is he the focal point of the team's offense but he's the cornerstone of the franchise following Tim Duncan's retirement in 2016.

Under the guidance of the Pop and with the Spurs' organization behind him, expect big things from this player, nicknamed 'The Klaw'.

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