Aldridge powers Spurs over Timberwolves in NBA clash

With their three veteran stars sidelined and coach Gregg Popovich absent, the San Antonio Spurs had a dominating effort from LaMarcus Aldridge in a 116-91 victory at Minnesota. Aldridge on Tuesday scored 29 points on 11-of-13 shooting, grabbed seven rebounds, blocked four shots and passed out four assists as the Spurs, 54-10, won for the ninth time in 10 games. "I thought guys were focused," Aldridge said.