With a little more than a week remaining until this season’s Feb. 5 NBA trade deadline, rumors are swirling about how the Chicago Bulls intend to handle their seven expiring contracts — eight if you count Julian Phillips’ team option for 2026-27, which seems unlikely to be picked up. And the Bulls’ intentions before the trade deadline are suddenly mixed.
Weeks ago, word on the street was that Chicago president Arturas Karnisovas was finally going to sell his veterans this year. However, e...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession
| 9 days ago
| 2 reads
New users can claim a Fanatics Sportsbook promo code that scores up to $1,000 in FanCash. Here is how to score this great offer.
Fanatics Sportsbook Promo Code NATION
Use the promo code NATION on Fanatics Sportsbook as a new user. Make up to a $100 wager each day for 10 days. You will receive your wager amount matched in FanCash!
Get the Fanatics Sportsbook app.
Use our promo code NATION.
You have to be 21+.
Allow geolocation to confirm you can bet.
Ma...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession
| 9 days ago
| 3 reads
Tonight’s Spurs vs Rockets I-10 showdown at the Toyota Center is a massive divisional clash with both jockeying for playoff positioning. The Spurs (31-15) arrive as one of the West’s biggest success stories this season, led by the impossible-to-miss Victor Wembanyama and a backcourt fueled by De’Aaron Fox. They’re looking to shake off a recent stumble against the Pelicans and prove they’re ready for a deep playoff run.
Across the court, the Rockets (28-16) have turned their home floor...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession
| 9 days ago
| 1 read
There was a recent Pop sighting in Austin. These days the winningest coach in NBA history does not often make public appearances. This one blew up on social media. Last Sunday, the Spurs hosted the New Orleans. Pelicans interim head coach James Borrego, one of Pop’s former assistants, lit up talking about his time in […]
From Pounding The Rock
| 9 days ago
| 1 read
Player prop betting options for Kevin Durant, Victor Wembanyama and others are available in the Houston Rockets-San Antonio Spurs matchup at Toyota Center on Wednesday (starting at 9:30 p.m. ET).
How to Watch Rockets vs. Spurs
Date: Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Time: 9:30 p.m. ET
How to watch on TV: ESPN and SCHN
Live Stream: Fubo
Location: Houston, Texas
Venue: Toyota Center
NBA Props Today: Houston Rockets
Kevin Durant Props
PTS
REB
AST
3PM
25.5...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession
| 9 days ago
| 0 reads
Jeremy Sochan might not be in San Antonio for much longer. The Spurs have granted his representation permission to talk to teams in the hopes of finding a landing spot for the young forward via trade, according to The SteinLine’s Marc Stein($). “League sources say that Jeremy Sochan and his representation have received permission from […]
From Pounding The Rock
| 9 days ago
| 3 reads
The San Antonio Spurs come into this game off a tough loss in which they took the New Orleans Pelicans lightly (sound familiar?) and despite a furious comeback were unable to get the win at home. They’ve had two days to stew over that loss and get on a plane for a quick trip to […]
From The Dream Shake
| 9 days ago
| 3 reads
Editor’s note: Jeje Gomez here. This is a candid conversation between PtR’s Editor in Chief, J.R. Wilco, and me after the loss to the Pelicans. It has been lightly edited for clarity. Enjoy! J.R. Wilco: My take on the Pels game and the season so far: The first game bringing a guy back into the […]
From Pounding The Rock
| 9 days ago
| 4 reads
After nearly half a decade of watching ping pong balls and waiting for the draft to improve the roster, the San Antonio Spurs finally have a winning team. At 31-15, the Spurs are second in the Western Conference and on the fast track for a playoff spot. The NBA Draft is out of sight and […]
From Pounding The Rock
| 9 days ago
| 0 reads
Per Shams Charania: The San Antonio Spurs have three players on the 2026 NBA Rising Stars roster. Reigning NBA Rookie of the Year Stephon Castle will represent the NBA Sophomores. He’ll play alongside Matas Buzelis (Bulls), Donovan Clingan (Trail Blazers), Kyshawn George (Wizards), Ajay Mitchell (Thunder), Alex Sarr (Wizards), Reed Sheppard (Rockets), Cam Spencer (Grizzlies), […]
From Pounding The Rock
| 10 days ago
| 4 reads
When Zion Williamson is healthy and motivated, there isn’t a player in the world like him, and there’s no one in the world who can stop him. Everyone knows he’s probably going left and going straight to the basket. Knowing it and stopping it are two different things. Williamson’s bizarre combination of mass, power and […]
From Duke Basketball Report
| 10 days ago
| 2 reads
Victor Wembanyama is not the only Spur who has secured an invitation to All-Star Weekend. Guards Stephon Castle, Dylan Harper, and David Jones-Garcia have been selected to participate in the Rising Star game, the league announced. Castle is not only the reigning Rookie of the Year but was also the 2025 Rising Stars game MVP, […]
From Pounding The Rock
| 10 days ago
| 2 reads
Miami Heat center Kel’el Ware will be a part of the 2026 All-Star Weekend in Inglewood, Calif.! The second-year big man was named to the NBA Sophomores team for the Rising Stars Game on Feb. 13, the league announced. Among his teammates will be Spurs’ reigning Rookie of the Year Stephon Castle, Houston’s Reed Sheppard, […]
The post Heat’s Kel’el Ware to be in 2026 Rising Stars Game appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
From Hot Hot Hoops
| 10 days ago
| 5 reads
Welcome to Week in Review: a Monday feature that looks back at the week that was for the San Antonio Spurs, takes a look at the week ahead, and more. Enjoy! Week 13: After hitting rock bottom of their post-Christmas slump with an embarrassing second-half blowout loss in Oklahoma City, the Spurs finally appeared to turn […]
From Pounding The Rock
| 11 days ago
| 0 reads
For about 12 minutes, it looked like the San Antonio Spurs were going to pull off a big comeback against the New Orleans Pelicans. After going down 20 points in the third quarter, the Spurs came all the way back to take a 5-point lead with 5 minutes to go in the game. San Antonio […]
From Pounding The Rock
| 11 days ago
| 1 read
On Sunday night, the Spurs hosted the New Orleans Pelicans. Before the game, interim head coach James Borrego spoke with the media. If his name sounds familiar it is because he served as assistant coach to Gregg Popovich twice. The first time was from 2003-2010 where he started as assistant video coordinator before working his […]
From Pounding The Rock
| 11 days ago
| 1 read
The Spurs suffered one of their worst losses of the season. Their thrilling comeback attempt shouldn’t eclipse the fact that they once again seemed to underestimate a less talented team that was a lot hungrier than they were. The Pelicans played with physicality, and their reward was a 104-95 gutsy road win that should have […]
From Pounding The Rock
| 11 days ago
| 2 reads
Despite a comeback attempt that spanned much of the fourth quarter, San Antonio was ultimately waylaid by one of its worst shooting efforts of the new year. The Pelicans also showcased superior mettle and execution to go ahead by as much as 20 before holding on for the road win. Despite getting 17 early free […]
From Pounding The Rock
| 11 days ago
| 2 reads
Welcome to the Game Thread. Veterans of the Game Thread know how we do things around here, but for all you newbies we have a few rules. Our community guidelines apply and basically say be cool, no personal attacks, don’t troll and don’t swear too much. The conventional wisdom is that the Spurs should have an easy […]
From Pounding The Rock
| 11 days ago
| 1 read
The Spurs have gone 8-5 without Devin Vassell. Is Vassell’s absence the main reason for their recent (relative) struggles, or are there other important factors that have been overlooked? Marilyn Dubinski: I wouldn’t say he is THE reason, but it was certainly a contributing factor. A big problem for a while was all three guards […]
From Pounding The Rock
| 12 days ago
| 3 reads
I found this on Instagram: The video is called “Flex Check.” In it Devin Vassell, Keldon Johnson, and Harrison Barnes rate some of their game day outfits they wore on their way to the arena. Vassell, one of the most stylish members of the Spurs, saw himself in some a hoodie, beanie, andTimberlands heading in […]
From Pounding The Rock
| 12 days ago
| 0 reads
After recovering from a disappointing loss to the Houston Rockets by beating the Utah Jazz on the road, the Spurs are headed back home to face a New Orleans Pelicans squad that has the worst record in the West but has still managed to make things difficult for the Spurs in their previous three match-ups. […]
From Pounding The Rock
| 12 days ago
| 3 reads
The San Antonio Spurs (31-14) host the New Orleans Pelicans (11-36) after winning four straight home games. The Spurs are double-digit favorites by 12.5 points in the contest, which begins at 7 p.m. ET on Sunday, January 25, 2026. The matchup has an over/under of 237.5.
Our computer predictions in this article will help you pick what are the best bets available for Sunday’s game.
How to Bet on Spurs vs. Pelicans
Pick the Spurs (-12.5) to Cover
In the Spurs’ 45 games this year, they...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession
| 12 days ago
| 2 reads
Around the quarter-season mark, we took a look at the numbers that explained the Spurs’ then-surprising success. The goal was to look at stats that showed what the Silver and Black were doing well early, but some readers suggested a follow-up article near the halfway mark of the season to see if the trends held. […]
From Pounding The Rock
| 12 days ago
| 2 reads
Although the injury report for tomorrow’s game against the New Orleans Pelicans isn’t due for a few more hours, Spurs wing Devin Vassell confirmed to the media at practice today that will return from his 13-game absence, albeit on a minutes restriction. Regardless, in his own words, he’s just happy to be back. Vassell has […]
From Pounding The Rock
| 13 days ago
| 0 reads