The 2000-2001 season was another outstanding year for Tim Duncan and the San Antonio Spurs. Duncan played in 82 games, averaging 22.2 points, 12.2 rebounds, and 2.3 blocks per game while shooting 50.8% from the field. Duncan was named NBA MVP for the first time in his career, making him the only player other than Michael Jordan to win an MVP, an NBA championship, and a Finals MVP in the same season.

 The Spurs won the Southwest Division with a record of 58-24, earning the top seed in the Western Conference. In the playoffs, they defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round in four games before facing the defending champion Los Angeles Lakers in the second round. After falling behind 2-0 in the series, the Spurs won the next three games, including a dramatic Game 5 in which Duncan hit a game-winning three-pointer with just seconds remaining. The Lakers won Game 6, but the Spurs closed out the series with a Game 7 win, with Duncan recording a triple-double.

 In the Western Conference Finals, the Spurs faced the Dallas Mavericks and won the series in five games. In the NBA Finals, they faced the New Jersey Nets and won the series in five games, with Duncan being named the Finals MVP after averaging 24.2 points, 17.0 rebounds, and 5.3 assists per game.

 Off the court, Duncan continued his charitable work with his foundation, which donated funds to a variety of causes, including hurricane relief and education.

 In summary, Tim Duncan’s 2001 NBA season was an exceptional year for the superstar. He was named NBA MVP for the first time, won his second NBA championship, and was once again dominant in the playoffs, winning a Finals MVP award. Despite his individual and team success, Duncan remained a humble and charitable player who used his platform to make a positive impact off the court.