Tim Duncan won't travel with team for Thursday's game in Phoenix, Jeff McDonald of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

Duncan won't travel with team for Thursday's game in Phoenix, Jeff McDonald of the San Antonio Express-News reports.

Analysis:

The Spurs are leaving about one-third of the team in San Antonio, simply to rest them. Look for Duncan to play in Saturday's preseason game against the Heat, and to be ready for the start of the regular season.