Reacciones mundo de baloncesto retirada Tim Duncan

Iñaki González | 11 Jul 2016 | 20:00

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La retirada de Tim Duncan ha sido la noticia del día. El ala-pívot ha decidido poner fin a 19 temporadas en la NBA y en los San Antonio Spurs. Se va uno de los más grandes de la historia del baloncesto, y muchos han sido los que le han querido dar las gracias por todo a través de las redes sociales.

Uno de los primeros en hacerlo ha sido su compañero de equipo Manu Ginobili. Un mensaje muy especial, ya que Tim Duncan, el argentino y Tony Parker han formado durante muchos años uno de los mejores Big Three de la historia de la NBA.

Even tho I knew it was coming, I'm still moved by the news. What a HUGE honor to have played with him for 14 seasons! #ThankYouTD
— Manu Ginobili (@manuginobili) 11 de julio de 2016

Otro de los mensajes más especiales ha llegado por parte de Kobe Bryant, otra leyenda de la NBA y del baloncesto, que al igual que Tim Duncan, siempre ha jugado en el mismo equipo y que también se ha retirado esta temporada.

Congrats TD #19yrs #GoSpursGo
— Kobe Bryant (@kobebryant) 11 de julio de 2016

Muchos han sido también los jugadores de la NBA que han mostrado sus respetos a Tim Duncan.

Thank you Timmy D for the great memories. #Legend
— Emmanuel Mudiay (@emmanuelmudiay) 11 de julio de 2016

Salute to the greatest power forward ever! Illustrious career!! Much respect Timmy D.
— Jamal Crawford (@JCrossover) 11 de julio de 2016

Tim Duncan #Legend
— Bradley Beal (@RealDealBeal23) 11 de julio de 2016

Got a chance to play against Duncan for 10years and every time I played against him I was in amazement!! Congrats on a great career!!
— Kyle Lowry (@Klow7) 11 de julio de 2016

Great memories of memorable games, thanks Tim!! Enjoy your life man!! #TD #Legend #HallOfFame #TheBigFundamental pic.twitter.com/awMmWvHHcv
— Leandro Barbosa (@TheBlurBarbosa) 11 de julio de 2016

Greatest PF that ever played the game of basketball and the best teammate i ever had an honor to play with. #ThankYouTD #ThankYouTD
— Beno Udrih (@BenoUdrih1) 11 de julio de 2016

Farewell to Tim Duncan the #BigFundamental, 19 years of excellence! A pleasure watching you play.
— Solomon Hill (@solohill) 11 de julio de 2016

One of the best power forward in the history of the game.
What a Fantastic Career!#Respect #ThankYouTD #Legend pic.twitter.com/TbcO0XPshX
— Enes Kanter (@Enes_Kanter) 11 de julio de 2016

Day 1 Stepping Into The NBA When I Didnt Know Where This Road Was Taking Me Or If I Was Even Capable Of Sustaining This Journey ...You Was There Lifting Me Up Everyday.. The Work Ethic You Showed Everyday In Practice And In The Summer Being The First To The Gym And The Last To Leave Never Went Unnoticed.... Part Of My Drive And Belief Came From Watching You Everyday And Learning From You... Today Is One Of The Saddest Days Of My Career Not Only Because Basketball Is Losing The Best Power Forward To Ever play The Game But Im Losing One Of The Best Role Models And Teammates I Have Ever Been Around..... Old Man Your Love, Leadership, Friendship, Wisdom, Drive And Most Of All You Character Will Always Stick In The Back Of My Head... If I Can Just Be 1/4 The Player You Were That Would Be An Amazing Career... So Thanks For The 19yrs You've Given The NBA But The 9 Yrs I've Had A Big Brother/Grandpa..... Thanks TimmyD

Una foto publicada por @indianageorge3 el 11 de Jul de 2016 a la(s) 8:50 PDT

Thank you big fella! All time greatest! #21islike23 #Untouchable

Una foto publicada por Paul George (@ygtrece) el 11 de Jul de 2016 a la(s) 8:40 PDT

I'm so blessed to be able to have the honor of play and win a Championship with the greatest power forward of all time. His durability, consistency and work ethic will be missed. It's actually a sad day in basketball in my eyes. A humble superstar, great teammate, consummate professional and Winner!!!! #TimDuncan #Retirement #NBA --

Una foto publicada por Nazr Mohammed (@nazrmohammed) el 11 de Jul de 2016 a la(s) 8:51 PDT

A legend that I looked up to so much! Learned a lot by watching you and honored to have had a chance to play against you! #ThankYouTD
— Nikola Vucevic (@NikolaVucevic) 11 de julio de 2016

Congrats to the best power forward to ever play the game. It was truly an honor. Winner above all else. #thankyouTD pic.twitter.com/cXAxvKk8z4
— Blake Griffin (@blakegriffin32) 11 de julio de 2016

Congrats Tim Duncan on an amazing career!! Quiet and humble, but a killer and a champion on the court! #TheBigFundamental
— Jeremy Lin (@JLin7) 11 de julio de 2016

Timmie D! Congrats on an Unbelievable career! Thanks for inspiring us all with just your PLAY! #GreatestPowerforwardtoeverplaythisgame
— DWade (@DwyaneWade) 11 de julio de 2016

Salute to the greatest power forward to ever play the game of basketball. #TimDuncan #Legend
— Paul Millsap (@Paulmillsap4) 11 de julio de 2016

Congrats to a great competitor and champion. Incredible career. Pure class and the GOAT!! #ThankYouTD
— Mike Conley (@mconley11) 11 de julio de 2016

-- to one of the greatest that ever played #TimDuncan!!! ------#JYD2Point0 #TeamCarroll #StayPositive pic.twitter.com/NrnW3ffgrE
— DeMarre Carroll (@DeMarreCarroll1) 11 de julio de 2016

También algunos ex jugadores de la NBA se han sumado a estos mensajes a modo de homenaje.

Sometimes all you NEED to say is THANK YOU........To the BEST EXAMPLE of a Leader, Brother, Friend. Looking forward to the Phase Homie!
— Bruce Bowen (@Bowen12) 11 de julio de 2016

Congrats TD - you epitomized heart, humility & class. Will never be another. The Spurs, NBA & the game will never be the same. #ThankYouTD
— Sean Elliott (@seanelliott_32) 11 de julio de 2016

Congrats to Tim Duncan, fellow #WFU alum on his #NBA retirement! You really put in work big fella pic.twitter.com/US1FUxSxdg
— Tyrone Muggsy Bogues (@MuggsyBogues) 11 de julio de 2016

Y por supuesto, casi todos los equipos de la NBA le han dedicado un mensaje de agradecimiento a Tim Duncan. Estos son los más destacados.

19 seasons. 2x #NBA MVP, 15x All-Star & 5x #NBA Champion. Congrats, Tim Duncan, on an incredible career! #ThankYouTD pic.twitter.com/hkrlyAtIsX
— GoldenStateWarriors (@warriors) 11 de julio de 2016

A young All-Star and an all-time legend. #ThankYouTD pic.twitter.com/Dk0nFhyk8f
— Washington Wizards (@WashWizards) 11 de julio de 2016

It has been fun to watch you (but not defend you --) through the years.

Congrats on a brilliant career! #ThankYouTD pic.twitter.com/TDgIq7ZrkV
— Denver Nuggets (@nuggets) 11 de julio de 2016

Congratulations on amazing 19-year career, Tim Duncan! pic.twitter.com/RRsV4cm3kL
— Miami HEAT (@MiamiHEAT) 11 de julio de 2016

Congrats on your incredible career, Tim Duncan.

We thank you for all that you've done for the game. #ThankYouTD pic.twitter.com/aQDxAPWvgt
— Orlando Magic (@OrlandoMagic) 11 de julio de 2016