Last Updated on June 20, 2025 by Mat Diekhake
Here is a detailed table of Tim Duncan’s NBA Finals opponents, showing year, opponent, result, and notes:
| Year | Opponent | Result | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | New York Knicks | Spurs won 4–1 | Duncan’s first title; Finals MVP; dominant vs. undermanned Knicks |
| 2003 | New Jersey Nets | Spurs won 4–2 | Duncan had near quadruple-double in Game 6; Finals MVP |
| 2005 | Detroit Pistons | Spurs won 4–3 | Tight defensive series; Duncan led Game 7 win; third Finals MVP |
| 2007 | Cleveland Cavaliers | Spurs won 4–0 | Swept LeBron’s young Cavs; Duncan supported by Parker & Ginóbili |
| 2013 | Miami Heat | Heat won 4–3 | Heartbreaking loss; Ray Allen hit clutch 3 in Game 6; lost in Game 7 |
| 2014 | Miami Heat | Spurs won 4–1 | Redemption series; Spurs dominated with beautiful team basketball |
Summary:
- Finals appearances: 6
- Championships won: 5 (1999, 2003, 2005, 2007, 2014)
- Finals record: 5–1
- Finals MVPs: 3 (1999, 2003, 2005)
- Team: San Antonio Spurs (entire career)
- Only loss: 2013, in 7 games vs. Miami Heat