What happened: A 76-72 win on Sept. 28, 2008, clinched the Western Conference title. It was the franchise’s first conference championship.
Why it matters: The campaign remains the franchise’s most successful season during its 15 years in Texas. San Antonio reached the playoffs seven times during that tenure.
By the numbers: San Antonio finished a league-best 24-10 and went 4-2 through the first two playoff rounds.
What to watch: The anniversary of the Finals falls in early October.