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The Dallas Mavericks are playing the Utah Jazz on Thursday night. Before the game Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd made some intriguing comments about LeBron James’ impact on today’s NBA. Kidd noted that “positions are gone” as superstars like Luka Doncic and Victor Wembanyama can do so many different things on the court. “Yeah, I […]

Kyrie Irving has never been shy about expressing his opinions. Following the Dallas Mavericks’ 113-107 victory in the Alamo City on Tuesday, the eight-time NBA All-Star had plenty to say about San Antonio Spurs super rookie Victor Wembanyama. And a lot of it was glowing. “If you can finish on him, I feel like you […]

Victor Wembanyama is easily the most hyped rookie of the 2023-24 NBA season. After getting selected as the first overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, Wembanyama has immediately made his presence felt. Equipped with skills and his 7-foot-4 frame, Wembanyama has all the tools to become the next face of the NBA. In his […]

With every week, the San Antonio Spurs’ generational talent Victor Wembanyama seems to match that description. As staggeringly impressive as he’s been in his first consistent taste of American basketball, the numbers he’s put up back up the eye test. Whether becoming the first rookie in decades to score at least 30 points and grab […]

It seemed nearly impossible for Victory Wembanyama to live up to expectations entering his rookie season. Not only did the San Antonio Spurs No. 1 pick show Sunday why he was the most hyped prospect since LeBron James, but he proved that he can live up to it. Wembanyama put on a dazzling display of […]

On Friday, an arena record 16,223 people filled the Moody Center. Two nights later, the crowd was so loud that a couple of long time Austin columnists in attendance said they hadn’t heard the two-year-old venue louder. Despite that great support in Austin, Texas for the San Antonio Spurs, coach Gregg Popovich hopes the “I-35” […]

Victor Wembanyama put up another stat line that registers as a once-in-a-season night – for players special enough to produce them. Yet, these sorts of performances are becoming far from rare for the generational talent. Wemby scored 33 points, grabbed 15 rebounds, blocked seven shots and dished out seven assists in a 122-115 overtime victory […]

How good can Victor Wembanyama be? A player’s rookie season should be his worst… and yet the San Antonio Spurs sensation is out here breaking records (and minds) left and right. His most recent exploits saw Wemby record a monster statline: 33 points on over 50% shooting, 15 rebounds, seven assists, and seven (!!!) blocks. […]

Victor Wembanyama being a rare breed is an understatement. Gregg Popovich’s mentee in the San Antonio Spurs system entered the league as a contender for the Defensive Player of the Year award while also racking up big numbers on offense. He once again unleashed the alien inside against the Brooklyn Nets. His outing even notched […]

The San Antonio Spurs and Denver Nuggets set a Moody Center attendance record on Friday. 16,223 fans showed up in Austin, Texas, to watch the NBA’s defending champions face the league’s team from down I-35. Denver took control early and was never truly threatened in the 117-106 outcome. Spurs get warm reception in Austin The […]

The Denver Nuggets put on a clinic in a 117-106 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Friday in Austin, Texas. And while Denver’s best player showed the Silver and Black, including rookie phenom Victor Wembanyama, a thing or two, there is no replicating Nikola Jokic according to Gregg Popovich. “I don’t think anybody can […]

The San Antonio Spurs may be the worst team in the Western Conference, as they took another loss, a 117-106 defeat on Friday night in a tough matchup against the reigning champion Denver Nuggets, but the future remains bright for one of the league’s most storied franchises, thanks in large part to the presence of […]

While there hasn’t been much to like about the San Antonio Spurs this season, 2023-24 may nevertheless be one of the most insane runs for a rookie in NBA history. Victor Wembanyama seemingly has it all: Plays you thought you’d only see in NBA 2K, increasingly insane stat lines and mounting NBA records. Victor Wembanyama’s […]

Although the team hasn’t won many games, San Antonio Spurs fans have had something to cheer about this year in the form of rookie phenom Victor Wembanyama. The 2023 NBA Draft’s number one overall pick, Wembanyama has responded to an increase in minutes with a reign of dominance over the rest of the league in […]

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green is no stranger to hot takes and controversy but this time, he might be on the money. In a segment on ‘The Draymond Green Show,’ the 4x NBA champion shared his candid thoughts about San Antonio Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama, the NBA’s newest rookie sensation. Wembanyama entered the NBA […]

The San Antonio Spurs start their I-35 Series on Friday vs. the defending-champion Denver Nuggets. It marks the second consecutive season that the franchise is playing a pair of home games in Austin, the major city that neighbors them to the north. Though rookie phenom Victor Wembanyama has been to Austin, he’s never been inside […]

Although the majority of the headlines might focus on his offensive prowess, there can be no denial of the elite defensive ability of San Antonio Spurs number one overall pick Victor Wembanyama, who is the clear favorite to win the Rookie of the Year Award when it is announced next month. Wembanyama uses his incredible […]

Most games that end at the free throw line do so with an opportunity that could’ve tied the score. While Tuesday night’s San Antonio Spurs contest ended at the charity stripe, a miss didn’t cost the Silver and Black Instead, it was their only chance. On consecutive possessions down the stretch, the Houston Rockets, up […]

The Houston Rockets bothered Victor Wembanyama into his worst offensive performance since… the last time the Spurs faced the Rockets. Exactly a week after losing to Houston in a game Wemby scored 10 while tweaking his right ankle, the generational prospect scored 13 points on Tuesday in a 103-101 loss. When the two met in […]

The San Antonio Spurs may be one of the bottom dwellers in the Western Conference this season, but fans have reason for optimism. There hasn’t been a rookie with as much hype and potential as the Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama, since LeBron James. Wembanyama has so far lived up to his hype and is the overwhelming […]

The Houston Rockets have gotten strong play in recent months from rising star center Alperen Sengun, but the injury bug has become a recent concern for the talented big man. His situation has prompted a strong take from Coach Ime Udoka as the Rockets head down the stretch run of an up-and-down season. Sengun’s injury […]

In looking to beat the Golden State Warriors for a second time in three days – this time with Victor Wembanyama in the lineup – the San Antonio Spurs failed to match the proud Warriors in a couple of key aspects in failing to get the win. “Consistency, as always. But, I think it’s also […]

The only thing rougher than the San Antonio Spurs third quarter performance against the Golden State Warriors on Monday may have been an aspect of the post-game press conference. At one point after the 112-102 loss, Spurs Hall of Fame head coach Gregg Popovich asked the room, “Anybody have any questions that might make some […]

If defensive acumen was molded to become a person, Victor Wembanyama is the output. The San Antonio Spurs star may have just spent a single year with Coach Gregg Popovich but his ability to churn out 5×5 stat sheets is already there. An argument could be made that no high-flyer could get past this Defensive […]

The Golden State Warriors need herculean efforts from everyone on their roster in the coming days as they try to gain a more favorable position in the Western Conference standings without the services of Stephen Curry, who is currently nursing an ankle injury. And on Monday night, during the Dubs’ major bounce-back 112-102 victory over […]

The Rookie of the Year battle between Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs and Chet Holmgren of the Oklahoma City Thunder has the NBA world on the edge of their seat. For Los Angeles Clippers star Paul George, he thinks a ROY decision has already been made. The fiercely contested ROY race was broken […]

Reserve players in all levels of sports often talk about the importance of staying ready and prepared. Spurs reserve big man Dominick Barlow, though, admitted it’s much easier said than done. The 20-year-old forward was asked if gearing up for Saturday night’s Spurs game at the Golden State Warriors proved easier because he sensed he’d […]

When the San Antonio Spurs face the Golden State Warriors on Monday, Gregg Popovich expects Victor Wembanyama to be back in the lineup. “That’s what we’re thinking right now,” the Hall of Fame coach said following Saturday’s 126-113 Spurs victory without Wemby and second-leading scorer Devin Vassell. Victor Wembanyama’s pending injury return The Spurs’ rookie […]

The San Antonio Spurs have quite the bright future ahead of them; the Spurs franchise was the one blessed by the lottery gods with the privilege of drafting Victor Wembanyama, the most unique prospect the NBA has ever seen. And Wembanyama, despite all the sky-high expectations surrounding him, seem to be way ahead of schedule […]

During Tuesday’s loss to the Houston Rockets, San Antonio Spurs rookie phenom Victor Wembanyama appeared to roll his ankle shortly before halftime before returning to play most of the second half. Now, the extent of that injury is getting more clarity, as Wembanyama is being held out of Thursday’s Spurs contest vs the Sacramento Kings, […]

Sports families are always impressive, as it captivates fans when multiple athletes from one family are at the top of the game in a particular sport. For years, basketball fans knew about Victor Wembanyama. The 7-foot-4 Frenchman was in the public eye during his early playing days, and he eventually became one of the greatest […]

Spurs center Victor Wembanyama is regarded as one of the best basketball prospects of all time, and his brother is not far behind. Sixteen-year-old Oscar Wembanyama is making waves in EuroLeague basketball. Moreover, his attributes will have fans and analysts excited for the 2026 NBA Draft. Will Victor Wembanyama’s brother join the Spurs star in […]

Injuries are no joke when it comes to young up-and-coming centers. Their height, which is usually above seven feet, might be their biggest asset and their Achilles heel too. This is why Gregg Popovich and the San Antonio Spurs have been erring on the side of caution when it comes to Victor Wembanyama. They have […]

Rebuilding is not an easy phase to get out of. One may think that the San Antonio Spurs are getting out of draft lottery purgatory after they got Victor Wembanyama. But, development takes time and it was evident in their loss to the Houston Rockets. Coach Gregg Popovich could not get his team to execute […]

San Antonio Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama has been on quite the tear as of late. But Houston Rockets wing Dillon Brooks always makes it a point, nay, his life’s mission to make it difficult for the best players in the association. On Tuesday night, Brooks was his best self on the defensive end of the […]

San Antonio Spurs phenom Victor Wembanyama has been so good that members of the media–and even some star players–have moved on from the Rookie of the Year discussion. Golden State Warriors stalwart, Draymond Green picks Wemby to win that award. He doesn’t think Wemby will win the league’s Defensive Player of the Year, though. “He’s […]

The San Antonio Spurs are just 13-48 on the season, the worst record in the Western Conference. However, they have Victor Wembanyama, who is a generational talent that will change the trajectory of this franchise for many years to come. What Wembanyama has done in such a short amount of time is magical, especially given […]

Just last week, Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren faced off against one another for the third time this season. Holmgren and the Oklahoma City Thunder got the best of Wemby and the San Antonio Spurs the first two times they played. But in this third meeting, it was the first overall pick that cemented himself […]

Victor Wembanyama’s teammates are just as impressed as spectators, fans and journalists are. “It’s f*****g Vic,” is the phrase San Antonio Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan used to describe part of the generational talent’s prowess. Then again, Sochan and his teammates are growing accustomed to what Wembanyama is doing seemingly every night now. “I’m not going […]