Tony Parker plays 36 minutes vs. Blazers Friday

Despite being a game-time decision Friday due to a bruised shin, Spurs guard Tony Parker played 36 minutes but scored just 12 points on 5 of 12 shooting in his team's 109-100 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Parker has averaged just 31.7 minutes per game, so his usage Friday suggests he was able to shake off the shin issue despite a so-so performance from the field. He added six rebounds and four assists in the loss. Parker has averaged 17.9 points and 6.4 assists over 37 games played.