An unusual visitor made a hilarious re-appearance at the AT&T Center today; probably for redemption against Manu Ginobili. The San Antonio Spurs, currently the last-seeded team, are taking on the the second-seeded Minnesota Timberwolves. The Spurs have faced a challenging stretch, losing 6 of their last 8 games, while the Timberwolves come into the matchup on a high note; winning 6 of their last 8. With a 2-0 lead in the season series and two consecutive road victories, the Timberwolves were poised for success. However, the Spurs, fueled by a newfound reliance on Victor Wembanyama and an increase in his playing time, were determined to reverse their recent struggles.

As the game commenced and Wembanyama nailed a three from beyond the arc, the arena witnessed an unexpected sight. In one of the latest sequels, a bat was spotted hovering near the court. Wembanyama was among the first players to notice as the referees stopped the game. The Spurs’ mascot, Coyote, donning his part-Batman costume, swiftly entered the scene. Adding to the hilarity, Spurs legend Manu Ginobili, renowned for his bat-striking stint, was also present.

Amidst a mix of emotions from the crowd, players, and staff, the mascot engaged in a battle of the nocturnal beings. Soon, despite more efforts than Manu, the mascot emerged victorious. The fans erupted in cheers, and Manu couldn’t help but laugh, reminiscing about his iconic moment. The atmosphere turned festive as the mascot successfully escorted the bat for a safe release.

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Looking back at Manu Ginobili’s iconic bat incident

Nearly over fourteen years ago, during the Halloween season of 2009, the San Antonio Spurs encountered an unexpected disruption when a bat swooped into the arena, coincidentally during the first quarter. The game came to a halt, leaving players unsure of how to proceed. Amid the confusion, Manu Ginobili spotted the bat. Taking matters into his own hands, he swiftly swung at the bat, successfully knocking it down. But the story didn’t end there—Manu went on to pick up the bat and handed it over to a staff member.

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Regrettably, subsequent reports indicated that the bat had succumbed to injuries after the incident. The animal rights organization PETA also voiced criticism regarding the handling of the situation.

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However, despite the controversy, the incident became an instant sensation among NBA fans, thanks to Manu’s heroism. However, he later addressed the fans, expressing his reluctance to replicate such an act. Highlighting the ecological importance of bats and the risk of rabies, Manu shared that he had to undergo multiple vaccinations to ensure his health following the incident.