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Open Thread: Happy birthday to De’Aaron Fox
In 2023, the Spurs drafted Victor Wembanyama, the most anticipated star since LeBron James. They needed someone who could control steer the ship, bring in leadership, and pair with a generational talent. On February 3rd, the San Antonio Spurs made a big trade — something they are not known for. But this move was special. […]
Spurs dominate depleted Hawks for (technically) their fifth straight win
There was no rest for the weary as the travel-worn Spurs were right back out on the road after a one-game stop at home the night before. This was second time in a little over two weeks that the Spurs traveled from San Antonio to an East Coast game the next night, losing an hour […]
San Antonio at Atlanta Hawks, Final Score: Spurs ground the Hawks 126-98
Tonight was the kind of game that you really want to see from a team that’s becoming a contender. The Spurs took a lead early and kept building on it throughout the game. The Hawks were on the second night of a back-to-back, as were the Spurs, but the home team looked like the more […]
It’s time for Basketball: Spurs at Atlanta Hawks
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. After last night’s game in San Antonio which was moved a […]
Dylan Harper scores career-high in win over Wizards
It was a bit of a slow start for all of the San Antonio Spurs but one. The Silver and Black let the Washington Wizards stick around in the first half and blew them out in the second half to secure a 119-94 victory. It was the rookie, Dylan Harper, who was consistently great throughout […]
Open Thread: De’Aaron Fox named to 2025 Emirates NBA Cup All-Tournament Team
Yesterday, the NBA announced that Spurs guard De’Aaron Fox was named to the 2025 Emirates NBA Cup All-Tournament Team. Fox and the Spurs pulled a 5-2 record in the tournament. Fox led all Spurs in scoring, assists and steals in six Cup games appearances averaging 22.3 points, 7.7 assists and 2.00 steals per game. He […]
Game Preview: San Antonio Spurs at Atlanta Hawks
Nearly 30 games into the season, the Atlanta Hawks find themselves in the thick of things in the Eastern Conference. One of a handful of teams that are bunched together just a game back of the 3rd seed, head coach Quin Snyder’s group has remained competitive even without the services of Trae Young, who made […]
Dylan Harper shines in Spurs blowout win over Wizards
The Spurs returned home and secured their second win by over 20 points this season. A dominant second half that featured great performances by the young core led to a 119-94 victory that allowed Mitch Johnson to keep the regulars’ minutes low, a godsend considering the matchup against the Hawks on Friday. Victor Wembanyama once […]
San Antonio vs. Washington, Final Score: Spurs avoid Wizards’ trap, 119-94
After three straight games in the NBA Cup playoffs, the Spurs returned home to the ultimate trap game. They were in their own arena he first time since December 2, it was a regular season game with nothing immediate on the line, and they were facing the worst team in the league in the 4-20 […]
It’s time for Basketball: Spurs vs Washington Wizards
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. Tonight’s game was previously scheduled to occur on Wednesday, December 17, […]
Open Thread: The Knicks winning the NBA Cup is not redemption for 1999
Kudos to the Knicks for winning the NBA Emirates Cup. As a Spurs fan, I obviously wanted them to win. But as a Spurs fan, I was impressed and honestly slightly astounded they made it to the Cup Finals. It hadn’t dawned on me and in previous years, I had not given the Cup competition […]
Game Preview: San Antonio Spurs vs Washington Wizards
I don’t care what Adam Silver says, it’s weird to be writing about an ongoing win streak after your team loses the NBA Cup Final. The Spurs lost. I saw them lose. They went on a great tournament run, and now it’s over, and I’m supposed to simultaneously pretend that it was important, and also […]
Sights and Sounds from the NBA Cup Finals in Las Vegas
The start of some of the best ‘fanboy-like’ 36 hours of my decades of supporting the Spurs started on Monday after a very late lunch, which allowed me to return to my hotel and see a parade of San Antonio’s players and staff retreat to their secluded base. I briefly interrupted a very busy Mitch […]
Highlights: Seven players score in double figures in Emirates NBA Cup Final vs. Knicks
Coming off a dramatic Emirates NBA Cup semifinal versus the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Spurs took on the New York Knicks in the Emirates NBA Cup Championship game. What ensued was an intense back-and-forth track meet. While the game was close, the Spurs managed to be in control, especially in the third quarter. They even […]
What We Learned from the Spurs loss to the Knicks
Victor Wembanyama must be human after all, and despite losing in the Emirates Cup Final, the San Antonio Spurs can cope, knowing $212,373 is waiting for them for whatever they have in mind. The two-way players get half of the pot, too, but more than the money, the ride is what coach Mitch Johnson thinks […]
Open Thread: Spurs legend David Robinson is suing his partner
Saw this on social media: Spurs great David Robinson is seeking $34M in damages to funds diverted from Admiral Capital Group. Robinson played the entirety of his NBA career with the Spurs. From 1989 to 2003, Robinson earned NBA Rookie of the Year, MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, and two NBA championships. Additionally, the […]
Spurs’ fourth quarter meltdown vs. Knicks ends Cup title hopes
After perhaps their most satisfying victory in years — a win over the defending champion Thunder to get to the NBA Cup Finals — the Spurs had one more hurdle in their way of some hardware: the New York Knicks. The two teams have put out a couple of entertaining match-ups over the last couple […]
San Antonio at New York Knicks, Final Score: Knicks out-tough the Spurs 124-113
The Spurs kept the game close for three quarters, but were outworked by a tough Knicks team in the fourth, as they got to every rebound and every loose ball. The Knicks overcame a 92-81 point lead from the Spurs late in the third quarter and outscored them the rest of the way 43-21 to […]
It’s time for NBA Cup Basketball: Spurs at New York Knicks
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. It’s tempting to think that the Spurs won the cup on […]
Why the NBA Cup matters to Victor Wembanyama
When ESPN’s NBA crew previewed Tuesday’s NBA Cup Championship between the Knicks and Spurs, they highlighted the obvious carrot: a $500,000 check for each player and coach on the winning side. For max-contract superstars, it’s pocket change. For two-way players grinding to stay in the league, it’s life-changing money. Victor Wembanyama doesn’t need the cash. […]
Game Preview: San Antonio Spurs vs. New York Knicks
30 teams entered, four faced off in Las Vegas, and now two remain in the battle for the NBA Cup. One, an underdog of sorts that fought tooth and nail to make it here. Another, the favorites in the Eastern Conference, who have plenty of playoff experience. Yet, it seems like it could be anyone’s […]
Open Thread: Statistical visualization of how Wemby’s size alters the game of basketball
Watch this: Now watch it again. There is so much data in here it is hard to digest in one sitting. One thing is clear, there has never been another player like Victor Wembayama. That is not news, but exactly how he impacts every aspect of the game is now quantifiable. We’ve seen how Wemby […]
Spurs links: Brutal schedule continues, a new two-way signing and everybody loves Dylan Harper
The Spurs are in the middle of a fantastic stretch. They have not only won 10 of their last 13 games, but also gotten Stephon Castle and Victor Wembanyama back, and defeated the Thunder to reach the Emirates NBA Cup championship game against the Knicks. With so many big things happening, some smaller but far […]
Week in Review: Fully healthy Spurs shock the league, make NBA Cup Finals
Welcome to the 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 7: The travel-weary Spurs got a couple more clutch wins — one at home against the Grizzlies on the back of Harrison Barnes’ […]
Open Thread: Determining what constitutes taunting in the NBA
Last week, the Spurs vanquished the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA Emirates Cup Quarterfinals. En route to the victory, the Boys from Tinseltown made a push. At one point, LeBron James does what he has always done best —taking over and making highlights. In this next video, LeBron posterized Luke Kornet. Through my Spurs […]
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