Harrison Barnes urges teammates not to take playoffs for granted

Harrison Barnes of the San Antonio Spurs emphasized the importance of valuing the NBA Finals experience amidst uncertainty about future seasons. The 14th-year player highlighted the unpredictable nature of the league and the necessity of maintaining a strong mentality. He advised younger teammates to not assume they will have more opportunities, as health and other factors play a crucial role in reaching the Finals again. Barnes mentioned that every year is a new journey, which adds significance to their current playoff run.

• 8:26 PMYahoo Sports — "So, I don't think it's necessarily a mentality where …