Sometimes it is what the opponents say that means the most. The Kings kept it close Monday, earning the respect of playoff-bound San Antonio, but were unable to seal the win in the final home game of the season.
Watch a slideshow of the Kings-Spurs game
Tonight's game: Kings at Lakers
John Salmons and the Kings gave the fans a thriller in the team's Arco Arena finale but fell short against the Spurs.
Spencer Hawes, left, shoots over the Spurs' Tim Duncan on his way to a 17-point night.
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Watch a slideshow of the Kings-Spurs game
Tonight's game: Kings at Lakers
John Salmons and the Kings gave the fans a thriller in the team's Arco Arena finale but fell short against the Spurs.
Spencer Hawes, left, shoots over the Spurs' Tim Duncan on his way to a 17-point night.
More...
