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Spurs vs. Hornets start time moved up to 11 a.m. CT due to weather conditions
The Spurs’ Saturday game against the Hornets will start earlier than originally scheduled, the league announced. Due to the weather conditions in Charlotte, the league has moved up the tip-off time from 2 p.m. CT to 11 a.m. CT. The National Weather Service has placed a winter storm warning affecting Charlotte, with heavy snow expected […]
Open Thread: Carter Bryant to participate in NBA Slam Dunk Contest
First Victor Wembanyama is named the to the NBA All-Star starting five, the first French player in history to garner the honors. Then the three young guards — Stephon Castle, Dylan Harper, and David Jones Garcia — were named to the NBA Rising Star competition. And now Spurs rookie Carter Bryant has signed on to […]
Highlights: Victor Wembanyama leads defensive lockdown in second half versus Rockets
Coming off a disappointing loss to the New Orleans Pelicans, the Spurs took two days off before traveling to Houston to take on the Rockets. What followed was a tale of two halves. The first half consisted of the Rockets shooting the lights out and the Spurs bricking their shots with a side of turnovers. […]
What we learned from the Spurs win over the Rockets
I was tired before this game even started. I had just spent two straight days in 10 hours of meetings, and I was mentally done. It was my department’s annual meeting at work, and usually it’s a “destination” event. Sometimes it’s in San Antonio — yes to that! It’s my hometown, an easy drive from […]
Open Thread: Spurs partner with Wanderlust Wine Co.
On Wednesday, the San Antonio Spurs announced a partnership with Austin-based Wanderlust Wine Co. Coincidence or not, the announcement came on the birthday of Gregg Popovich, a noted wine connoisseur. The San Antonio Spurs announced a new partnership with Wanderlust Wine Co., making it the official wine of the organization. Wanderlust will also become an official partner […]
Spurs Rally Past Rockets, 111-99, With Defense and Discipline
The San Antonio Spurs spent much of Wednesday night searching for their footing, trailing early and struggling to slow Houston’s tempo. By the final buzzer, they had imposed their will, turning a shaky start into a dominant 111–99 road victory over the Rockets at Toyota Center. San Antonio overcame a double-digit first-half deficit by tightening […]
San Antonio vs. Houston, Final Score: Spurs will their way back to a tough 111-99 win
San Antonio Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson called a timeout with his team down double digits in the third quarter. The team had just given up a couple of easy baskets due to poor transition defense. Whatever he said in the huddle worked. The Spurs came out of that timeout looking like a different team. […]
It’s time for Basketball: San Antonio Spurs at Houston Rockets
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 Spurs face the Rockets for the third time this season, […]
Open Thread: Happy birthday to Gregg Popovich
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 […]
Game Preview: San Antonio Spurs at Houston Rockets
The San Antonio Spurs had a slight speed bump on Sunday at home against the New Orleans Pelicans and are now on tour against their in-state rivals in Houston. The Spurs are hardly separated from the fifth seed (2.5), making it critical to take care of business so they don’t lose their precious home-court advantage […]
Report: Spurs’ Jeremy Sochan to look for a new home via trade
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 […]
What is (and isn’t) worth worrying about with these Spurs?
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 […]
Spurs Prospect Profile: Mid season update
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 […]
Around the NBA: timeline of the Giannis saga and why the draft could determine everything
Whoever thinks that grown men are above high-school level drama don’t follow the NBA. This season, we’ve already seen a superstar get punched (reportedly) for making fun of an opponent’s contract blunder, and a very mid player demand(!!!) a trade out of what he believes to be a “hostage” situation. Somehow, neither of those stories […]
Open Thread: Three Spurs guards are heading to Tinseltown for All-Star Weekend
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), […]
Spurs’ Stephon Castle, Dylan Harper, and David Jones-Garcia will participate in Rising Stars game
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, […]
Week in Review: Complacency keeps Spurs in January doldrums
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 […]
Spurs comeback run not enough to beat Pelicans
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 […]
Open Thread: James Borrego compares Herb Jones to Tim Duncan
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 […]
Complacent Spurs outhustled by Pelicans, lose in Devin Vassell’s return
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 […]
San Antonio vs. New Orleans, Final Score: Spurs stunned by late Pelicans run, 95-104
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 […]
It’s time for Basketball: San Antonio Spurs vs New Orleans Pelicans
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 […]
Devin Vassell’s absence revealed how important he is to the Spurs
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 […]
Open Thread: Spurs rate their wardrobe choices
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 […]
Game Preview: San Antonio Spurs vs. New Orleans Pelicans
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. […]
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