Spurs link arms after National Anthem before season opener

Before the Spurs kicked of their season opener against the Minnesota Timberwolves, they linked arms after the National Anthem.

A message also appeared on the scoreboard at the AT&T Center that read "It is our hope that we can, as a community, inspire and evoke real change. We ask that you join with us in your daily lives in the pursuit of equality."

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Spurs's head coach Gregg Popovich has been known for his outspoken nature in the past and fans wondered if he would kneel for the anthem.

Spurs' greats Tim Duncan and David Robinson were in attendance and joined the players on the court.

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