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Game Preview: San Antonio Spurs at New Orleans Pelicans

The San Antonio Spurs put the basketball world on notice in a dominant opening night victory over the Dallas Mavericks. All of a sudden, Victor Wembanyama and the team have become appointment viewing for hoops fans. Friday night, we’ll see the Alien face off against a refreshed-looking Zion Williamson in what should be an entertaining […]

3 months ago | 5 reads

What We Learned from the Spurs win over the Mavericks

There’s no other story. No clever side door to sneak through. We can’t frame this as the top two draft picks squaring off in their NBA debuts. We’re not here to talk about the Spurs starting a season without Gregg Popovich patrolling the sidelines for the first time in decades. And if you came looking […]

3 months ago | 2 reads

Open Thread: Victor Wembanyama shines in season opener

What a way to start the season. Victor Wembanyama was excited to play. After eight months without basketball, the 2023 Rookie of the Year went out and dropped forty on the Mavericks on their home court, What was lauded as Cooper Flagg’s career kickoff was soon changed to “Wemby’s World.” Wemby had six dunks, three […]

3 months ago | 3 reads

Touring Spurs demolish the Mavericks on opening night

The San Antonio Spurs dismantled the Dallas Mavericks and claimed initial bragging rights in the season’s first Texas tussle. On a stage featuring two of the NBA’s brightest attractions, Victor Wembanyama was shining brightest and spoiled Cooper Flagg’s pro debut. No De’Aaron Fox, Kelly Olynyk and Jeremy Sochan, no problem. Wembanyama made up for lost […]

3 months ago | 2 reads

It’s time for Basketball: Spurs at Dallas Mavericks

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 finally here! After what seems like years, the Spurs play […]

3 months ago | 10 reads

How Keldon Johnson and Devin Vassell have helped ‘The Spurs Way’ endure

After going undefeated in the preseason for the just the third time in team history — the other two were 1977-78, when George Gervin finished 2nd in MVP voting and first in scoring, and 1997-98: Tim Duncan’s rookie year when they made an NBA-record 36-win improvement — the San Antonio Spurs look primed to make […]

3 months ago | 2 reads

The Spurs have released special promotional offers

The Spurs 2025–26 Promotional Schedule is here.  This year, the Spurs have stepped up their theme nights and swag availability. All throughout the season, you can get special add-ons with your ticket purchase. From returning theme night favorites to brand-new, exclusive packages and offers, they’re bringing unforgettable experiences to every fan.  In addition to shirts and hats there are […]

3 months ago | 3 reads

Open Thread: Spurs and Frost Bank offer co-branded debit card

Per a Spurs press announcement made at the Official Tipoff Party at Frost Plaza at the Rock at La Cantera,: Frost Bank (Frost) and the San Antonio Spurs announced the launch and design for their new co-branded debit card, combining two iconic Texas brands. The Spurs x Frost Debit Card, available now, unlocks exclusive benefits […]

3 months ago | 3 reads

Game Preview: San Antonio Spurs at Dallas Mavericks

Since the end of the NBA season, it feels like the NBA world has had the San Antonio Spurs on the brain. First, they lucked into the second pick in the draft, selecting Dylan Harper, which raised questions about their roster construction. They then had a fruitful free agency period, acquiring big man depth with […]

3 months ago | 2 reads

Predicting the Spurs win total this season

The San Antonio Spurs’ season kicks off on Wednesday, and with it comes the weight of expectation. The Spurs have gone from an up-and-coming young team to an expected contender for playoff positioning in the Western Conference. Experts, players, and coaches have all pegged this team as at least a play-in team. We’ll see if […]

3 months ago | 2 reads

San Antonio Spurs Season Preview: Moving forward on the road back to relevance

Finally, expectations return to San Antonio. After a few years of comfortable mediocrity came a rebuilding process, with its absence of pressure. Now entering the third year of the Victor Wembanyama era, the time to look at the silver linings of playoff-less seasons is over. The Spurs need to return to the postseason. Anything else […]

3 months ago | 2 reads

The Spurs finally have the right players in the right roles

The Spurs had a strong preseason, winning all five of their games. Beyond the results, there were some really encouraging moments from key players who seemed comfortable with their roles and responsibilities. Some, such as those tied to Victor Wembanyama’s outstanding performance, have been widely discussed. Others were less obvious but are nonetheless likely to […]

3 months ago | 2 reads

2025-26 NBA season preview: Eastern Conference tiers

The East has always been the NBA’s maligned conference, and this season might be the most obvious example of that.  It would be shocking if the 2026 champs came from one of these teams, and Giannis is the only top 6-7 player that resides on this side of the bracket.  Still, many revamped teams are […]

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3 months ago | 1 read

2025-26 NBA awards predictions: MVP, DPOY, champion, and more 

It’s my favorite time of the year. The time when I guarantee my predictions and pretend like this article won’t exist in 6 months.  This season, there are a few players who are near locks to win certain awards, so I can at least hang my hat on them— hopefully. And if none of my […]

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3 months ago | 1 read

Open Thread: Spurs launch “Tobey on the Town”

Jacob Tobey has made a splash in San Antonio. He fits right in with the culture and brings youth and energy to a franchise whose players are young and vigorous. While in Indianapolis last week, Tobey visited the legendary restaurant St. Elmo’s Steakhouse. He sat with Spurs great and his cohost Sean Elliott. Elliott, known […]

3 months ago | 1 read

The Spurs’ strong preseason shows they are ready to make a leap in 2025/26

What positives did you see from preseason that you believe will translate to the games that count? Marilyn Dubinski: There were certainly plenty, and just like we have to remind ourselves not to take the preseason too seriously when it doesn’t go well, we still have to do the same when it’s the opposite.  Still, […]

3 months ago | 6 reads

Spurs and Jeremy Sochan fail to come to an extension agreement

The deadline to sign players to a contract extension came and went at 5:00 PM CT today, and one player whose name never came up is Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan, who was eligible to sign his rookie contract extension. Sochan isn’t the only key player from the the 2022 draft class who didn’t sign an […]

3 months ago | 2 reads

2025-26 NBA season preview: Western Conference tiers 

And just like that, another NBA season is upon us.  The offseason wasn’t as busy as expected, which means that the balance of power is still  heavily tilted towards the West.  So, with all but one team trying to win in the loaded conference, how will everything shake out? Let’s find out.  Championship contenders: inner […]

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3 months ago | 1 read

Open Thread: Spurs unveil Red McCombs Community Court

Although the event took place over a month ago, the Spurs shared this video at halftime during Friday’s final preseason game. Enogh cannot be said about the impact Red McCombs made on San Antonio. Known locally for his car dealerships as well as bringing the Spurs to San Antonio, the business magnate invested heavily in […]

3 months ago | 1 read

Spurs waive Adam Flagler, Micah Potter, Stanley Umude

The Spurs did the expected and parted ways with Adam Flagler, Micha Potter, and Stanley Umude. All three were waived on Saturday, the team announced. Flagler, Umude and Potter were on Exhibit 10 contracts, also known as training camp deals, so it’s not a surprise they are gone now that the Spurs’ preseason is over […]

3 months ago | 1 read

Open Thread: Spurs kick off early voting with “Vote Spurs Vote” rally

As mentioned yestersay, the Spurs Organization has been heavily promoting Props A & B, to which early voting begins on Monday. In effort to drum up support adn awareness, they announced a “Vote Spurs Vote” rally. Per a Spurs press release:  On Monday, Oct. 20, San Antonio residents will come together at Legacy Park for […]

3 months ago | 1 read

It’s time for Basketball: Spurs vs Indiana Pacers

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 getting really hard not to be optimistic about the future […]

3 months ago | 2 reads