OKLAHOMA CITY — The first week of the 2026-27 NBA season held no punches, with marquee matchups between Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs and Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets, and Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Chet Holmgren passed the test with flying colors. Holmgren held Wembanyama to 12 points on Opening Night, as […]
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The Spurs debut their new three‑guard starter line‑up in a 110‑106 loss to Oklahoma City, but the shift creates rotation headaches, says Jared Weiss of The Athletic. Dylan Harper replaces Julian Champagnie, bringing energy but limiting Coach Mitch Johnson’s ability to alter game flow. De’Aaron Fox, pulled early, returns with the second unit yet struggles to sync with Champagnie and Keldon Johnson, causing turnovers. In the second half, Harper stays on the floor while Champagnie sub for Devin Vassell after Vassell’s fourth foul, leaving the new substitution pattern unsettled. Meanwhile, Victor Wembanyama misses his first 12 shots, blaming “overthinking,” and Kevin Durant touts efficiency as his next step. Fox and Johnson list as questionable for Friday’s Houston game—Fox with a sprained wrist, Johnson nursing a cheek laceration.
OKLAHOMA CITY — After the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the San Antoino Spurs on Tuesday, head coach Mark Daigneault watched his team overcome a poor shooting performance to top the Denver Nuggets 96-84 in their home opener at the Paycom Center. From limiting one All-Star center in Victor Wembanyama, the Thunder contained Nuggets All-Star center […]
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The NBA injury report for Friday, October 23, lists several notable players as questionable or out, including San Antonio Spurs guard De’Aaron Fox, Chicago Bulls guard Josh Giddey and Houston Rockets guard Reed Sheppard. The report was current as of 10:45 a.m. ET and covers 11 matchups. Chicago Bulls @ Milwaukee Bucks Chicago has several […]
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The Houston Rockets will face an early test as they take on the San Antonio Spurs at Moody Center on Friday. The Rockets handily won their first game against the Dallas Mavericks, 128-110, on Wednesday. Houston looked great versus the Mavericks, showcasing its starting unit of Fred VanVleet, Amen Thompson, Kevin Durant, Jabari Smith Jr., […]
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Victor Wembanyama’s season‑opening 12‑point, 13‑rebound, six‑block effort against the Oklahoma City Thunder sparked sharp criticism from Carmelo Anthony, who said he saw "no developed skill set" in the French star’s 1‑for‑13 shooting night (7.69%). Anthony, speaking on his Brooklyn podcast, urged Wemby to add traditional post moves and interior fundamentals to complement his perimeter attempts. Wembanyama acknowledged overthinking his shots and pledged to be more decisive. The article contrasts this slump with Walker Kessler’s flawless 26‑point debut for the Lakers, highlighting the debate over Wemby’s offensive evolution.
During the Spurs’ season‑opener on Oct. 20, 2026, San Antonio guard De’Aaron Fox committed a flagrant foul on Oklahoma City’s Chet Holmgren, sending him to the floor and prompting a brief on‑court scuffle involving Victor Wembanyama and several Thunder players. Fox later brushed off the aggression, while Holmgren shifted focus to his teammates. The incident sparked a social‑media buzz, including a viral meme likening the scene to the painting “The Abduction of Persephone.” The article also notes other early‑season frustrations, such as a disputed travel call on LaMelo Ball and growing trash talk across the league.
The Spurs head into their second regular‑season game on Oct. 23, 2026, looking to rebound from an opening‑night loss to the Thunder. Houston, 1‑0, leans on veteran Kevin Durant, point‑guard Fred VanVleet’s return (11 assists, 0 turnovers vs. the Mavericks), and rising stars Alperen Şengün, Jabari Smith Jr., and Amen Thompson. San Antonio (0‑1) must shake off Victor Wembanyama’s off night (1‑13 shooting) and their trio’s 5‑of‑14 three‑point performance. Key injuries: Spurs’ De’Aaron Fox (wrist) and Keldon Johnson (laceration) are game‑time decisions; Tobias Harris is out. Line: Spurs –6.5. Watch how Wembanyama and the Spurs’ shooting improve against a Rockets squad eager to prove VanVleet’s impact.
The Dream Shake previews the Houston Rockets‑San Antonio Spurs matchup, arguing the Spurs can’t hide any longer. With Victor Wands Wembanyama, Dylan Harper and Stephon Castle leading the charge, the Spurs are now a +300 (25%) favorite for the NBA title, second only to OKC. The preview notes key injuries—Steven Adams, Reed Sheppard (Rockets) and De’Aaron Fox, Keldon Johnson (Spurs) listed as game‑time decisions, Tobias Harris out—and the betting line at SA -5.5. The game streams on Amazon Prime Video at 8:30 pm CT.
NBC and Peacock smash NBA opening‑night records on Oct. 22, 2026. The Philadelphia 76ers‑New York Knicks game draws a primetime high of 7.71 million average viewers (peaking at 9.1 million), the most‑watched debut ever, while the Oklahoma City Thunder‑San Antonio Spurs doubleheader brings the overall tip‑off night to 6.41 million viewers, surpassing the 5.7 million record set in 2010. The surge is credited to James’s Philadelphia debut and the Knicks’ first championship celebration since 1973, with the afternoon Celtics‑Pistons game adding 2.5 million viewers.
The NBA’s 2026‑27 Opening Night breaks viewership records as the Knicks‑76ers and Thunder‑Spurs doubleheader averages 6.41 million viewers on NBC/Peacock. LeBron James’ debut with Philadelphia becomes the most‑watched primetime opener, pulling 7.71 million viewers and peaking at 9.1 million. The 76ers beat the Knicks 106‑100, while Oklahoma City tops San Antonio 116‑104 in a rematch of the Western Conference Finals. The games also feature new storylines: James’ likely final stop with the Sixers and Jaylen Brown’s first game after his Boston trade, plus Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs squad seeking redemption.
Oklahoma City Thunder GM Sam Presti gifted Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander a children’s edition of “The Tortoise and the Hare” early in his career, emphasizing patience and steady growth. The lesson resonated through the Thunder’s rebuild, culminating in SGA’s 2024‑25 MVP, scoring title, Finals MVP and the franchise’s first NBA championship. Presti’s financial commitment— a $172 million, five‑year extension in 2021— and strategic roster moves like adding Alex Caruso and Isaiah Hartenstein helped lift the team from a 22‑50 season to 68 wins. The duo now celebrates their partnership, symbolized by a tortoise statue beside SGA’s trophies.
OKLAHOMA CITY — From defending San Antonio Spurs Defensive Player of the Year Victor Wembanyama on Opening Night to Denver Nuggets three-time MVP Nikola Jokic, Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein faces another challenge in his home opener. The Thunder held Wembanyama to 1-for-13 shooting on Opening Night. However, facing Jokic and the Nuggets is […]
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With the 2026-27 NBA season underway, the Oklahoma City Thunder are hoping for another trip to the NBA Finals after a heartbreaking Western Conference Finals loss to the San Antonio Spurs last year. Although the Spurs are young and hungry and hoping to get back to the Finals themselves, the Thunder still have plenty in […]
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The Spurs stumbled 12-0 in their opening night against the Oklahoma City Thunder, falling to a 0-1 record tied with several other winless teams. Victor Wembanyama recorded only one dunk, while Devin Vassell managed seven points on 25% shooting. The Thunder’s Chet Holmgren outscored Wembanyama 14-12 and blocked his shot, and bench scorer Jared McCain hit 6‑of‑8 from three, accounting for the decisive margin. Oklahoma’s superior three‑point shooting (13‑31) versus San Antonio’s (9‑37) proved the difference, despite the Spurs’ better free‑throw and two‑point percentages. The article breaks down the box score, turnovers and key performances to explain the 12‑point loss.
The Timberwolves’ new Anthony Edwards‑LaMelo Ball pairing instantly upgrades Minnesota into a Western Conference contender. In their season‑opening 131‑106 win over Miami, Edwards erupts for 45 points (nine threes, 10 rebounds) while Ball adds 21 points and six assists in his debut. The trade gives Edwards his first 20‑plus scorer partner and pairs Ball’s offense with a refined defensive effort, complementing veterans Rudy Gobert, Jaden McDaniels and newcomers Jonathan Kuminga. With the Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander and the Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama looming, Minnesota aims to avoid another conference‑final loss and target a deep playoff run in 2026‑27.
After Victor Wembanyama recorded arguably the worst offensive game of his NBA career in the San Antonio Spurs' season-opening loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, a Basketball Hall of Famer is asking what he worked on in the offseason.
During the Lakers’ 127‑105 win over the Warriors, ESPN’s Doris Burke recounted her first on‑court interview with Spurs legend Gregg Popovich, which turned heated when she asked why San Antonio couldn’t stop Shaquille O’Neal after his six‑for‑six third quarter. Popovich’s face turned red and stared at her, prompting the producer to pull the clip. Burke’s story underscores Pop’s famously blunt sideline demeanor and his storied 29‑year tenure that yielded five titles. The piece also notes the Spurs’ new coach Mitch Johnson and their 116‑104 season‑opening loss to Oklahoma City, with the next game against Houston on Friday.
The San Antonio Spurs have every reason to believe they can replicate last year’s success. Led by the next “Face of the League,” Victor Wembanyama, one of the NBA’s youngest teams, and perhaps its most talented, returns every key player from a run to the 2026 NBA Finals. Already loaded with Dylan Harper, Stephon Castle, […]
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The Spurs’ 2026‑27 uniform schedule is now set, detailing when each of the four jersey editions will appear. The black Icon uniforms dominate with 26 games (10 at home), while the white Association jerseys feature in 22 games, including the opening‑night loss to the Thunder. Silver kits show up 19 times – 11 Statement jerseys and eight Classic throwbacks – with five home games at Frost Bank Center. The fan‑favorite Fiesta City jerseys debut after New Year, appearing 13 times, starting in Manchester against the Pelicans and followed by a white look in Paris. Notable matchups include a black‑on‑white Christmas Day game in New York and a colorful Fiesta‑vs‑Memphis Grizzlies clash on Feb. 7.
The Spurs Fan Club launches the "Road to the Cup Flyaway Sweepstakes" offering fans a chance to win two tickets to the Nov. 13 home game vs. Golden State, two tickets to the Nov. 25 away game in Portland, plus round‑trip flights and a two‑night hotel stay. The contest, open to all Fan Club members, closes Nov. 1 at 11:59 p.m. CT. The promotion highlights the Spurs' surprise run to last season's Emirates NBA Cup Finals, where they upset the Nuggets, Lakers (LeBron James, Luka Doncic) and Thunder. Enter now for a shot at following the Spurs on the road.
Many deemed Chet Holmgren an afterthought against the Spurs, but his season opener with the OKC Thunder quickly shut down this idea.
Kennard is injured with left knee tendinopathy from a preseason game against the San Antonio Spurs on Oct. 14.
Victor Wembanyama went 1-for-13 while shooting from the field in the Spurs’ season-opening loss against OKC. In fact, he didn’t score a bucket until the last few seconds of the third quarter. He’s also the same player who may be the MVP favorite, so where is he going wrong? In a recent episode of Run […]
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De'Aaron Fox throws shade on Chet Holmgren after heated altercation during the opening night matchup between the Spurs and the Thunder.