With the Suns leading San Antonio by 33 near the end of a preseason points parade, Suns Managing Partner Robert Sarver apologized to the few faithful fans remaining for a depleted version of the visitors.
The Spurs left Coach Gregg Popovich, said to be ailing, and five players at home for the preseason game. Tim Duncan and Manu Ginobili did not travel to Phoenix so they could rest while Kawhi Leonard, Patty Mills and Tiago Splitter were out for health reasons.
"Hey, everybody, I want to thank you for coming out tonight," Sarver said. "This is not the game you paid your hard-earned money to watch. I apologize for it. And I want you to send me your tickets if you came tonight with a return envelope and I've got a gift for you on behalf of the Suns for showing up tonight. Thank you."