The 2004-2005 season was another successful year for Tim Duncan and the San Antonio Spurs. Duncan played in 66 games, averaging 20.3 points, 11.1 rebounds, and 2.6 blocks per game while shooting 48.3% from the field. Despite missing significant time due to injuries, Duncan was named to the All-NBA Second Team and helped lead the Spurs to their third NBA championship in seven years.

 The Spurs finished the regular season with a record of 59-23, earning the second seed in the Western Conference. In the playoffs, they faced the Denver Nuggets in the first round and won the series in five games before facing the Seattle SuperSonics in the second round. The Spurs won the series in six games, with Duncan averaging 21.5 points and 11.8 rebounds per game.

 In the Western Conference Finals, the Spurs faced the Phoenix Suns in a seven-game series that featured a controversial Game 5 in which Robert Horry of the Spurs hip-checked Steve Nash of the Suns, resulting in suspensions for Horry and two other players from both teams. The Spurs won the series in Game 7, with Duncan recording a double-double.

 In the NBA Finals, the Spurs faced the Detroit Pistons in a competitive series that went seven games. Duncan was dominant throughout the series, averaging 20.6 points, 14.1 rebounds, and 2.1 blocks per game and recording double-doubles in six of the seven games. The Spurs won the series in Game 7, with Duncan earning his third Finals MVP award.

 Off the court, Duncan continued his philanthropy work through his foundation, including donating funds to provide aid to Hurricane Katrina victims and supporting youth sports programs in San Antonio.

 In summary, Tim Duncan’s 2005 NBA season was another impressive year for the legendary player, despite missing significant time due to injuries. He earned All-NBA Second Team honors, won his third NBA championship, and won his third Finals MVP award. Duncan remained dedicated to his philanthropy work, using his platform to give back to his community and support various causes.