Already a classic game in the Western Conference with two teams that always want to reach the Finals, Los Angeles (29-9), is defending champion and the best team in the league right now, but San Antonio (25-13) showed signs of having what it takes to go for it this season. Spurs took the victory at home 105-85. Manu Ginobili contributed 9 points from the bench.

Emanuel Ginobili was injured last night at an unexpected San Antonio Spurs defeat at home against the Oklahoma City Thunder by 101 – 98.

Sacramento Kings, with a good performance from Andres Nocioni, achieved a great victory last night against Golden State Warriors by 120 – 107 at the NBA.

The Argentinian of the Spurs was surgically operated in Austin by an Italian specialist. Next week he will begin a cardiovascular stimulation program and in one month he might start the training.