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San Antonio Spurs power forward LaMarcus Aldridge is the first Spur since David Robinson to score 48-plus points twice in a season, per Basketball Reference. Aldridge put up 48 points on Sunday against the Boston Celtics in the Spurs’ 115-96 win. The seven-time All-Star scored 56 points back on Jan. 10 versus the Oklahoma City […]

When you think of the best star duos in the NBA, who comes to mind? Probably Kevin Durant and Stephen Curry, James Harden and Chris Paul, Russell Westbrook and Paul George, and Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons. Did the San Antonio Spurs’ duo of DeMar DeRozan and LaMarcus Aldridge pop in your head? Probably not, […]

In their embarrassing loss to the San Antonio Spurs, Boston Celtics star guard Kyrie Irving claimed that his team’s ‘energy just wasn’t right.’ Per Tim Bontemps of ESPN, Irving blamed their 115-96 loss to the Spurs on his team’s lack of energy. “Our energy wasn’t right. Simple as that. We’ve just got to move forward […]

This past summer, the Toronto Raptors decided to take a big risk by acquiring superstar Kawhi Leonard in a blockbuster trade with the San Antonio Spurs. The market was actually fairly limited for Leonard, as he had just one year left on his deal and was refusing to commit to any team that dealt for […]

The San Antonio Spurs are reportedly adding Donatas Motiejunas to the roster. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reports that the team is nearing a deal for the veteran forward/center. He has spent the last two years in China with the Shandong Golden Stars – posting averages of 27.4 points and 13.8 rebounds. Motiejunas, 28, hasn’t played in the NBA […]

On Friday night, Houston Rockets All-Star guard James Harden matched his career high in scoring as he torched the San Antonio Spurs with an astounding 61-point performance. Following yet another outstanding outing for the 29-year-old, veteran teammate Chris Paul gave his thoughts on Harden’s chances at defending his MVP title this season: “I mean, what […]

Toronto Raptors superstar Kawhi Leonard has never been one to say much, and when he does say something, it’s usually a one-word answer without any juice behind it. But, his breakup with the San Antonio Spurs has apparently left him bitter enough to finally say something headline-worthy. When asked about his good relationship with the […]

Yes, James Harden embellished the contact on this turnaround jumper by DeMar DeRozan. Yes, the officials fell for the Houston Rockets superstar snapping his head back and falling to the floor as if he was performing some type of urgent limbo. And yes, Harden’s reputation as one of the league’s preeminent floppers precedes him. Still, […]

More than a year ago, James Harden committed one of the most disrespectful moves in NBA history and easily the year’s best as he shook Wesley Johnson of the Los Angeles Clippers so hard, the Houston Rockets guard had plenty of time to taunt the fallen defensive ace before calmly sinking the wide-open three. Tonight, The […]

James Harden is one of the best offensive players the NBA has ever seen, and the Houston Rockets star proved that once again as he led the way in their victory over the San Antonio Spurs. Harden scored more than half of his team’s points in their 111-105 win against the Spurs, dropping 61 points […]

The Boston Celtics are absolutely in that “every game means everything” part of the season. They’re currently fifth in the Eastern Conference, 0.5 games back from the Indiana Pacers for fourth. Therefore, it’s great news that Aron Baynes hasn’t been ruled out for Sunday’s match-up with the San Antonio Spurs. Stevens said Aron Baynes MRI […]

It was a memorable evening for a 103-year-old U.S. Army veteran as he was honored by the San Antonio Spurs in front of a capacity crowd on Wednesday night. Liban Brillantes, a Filipino-American and an avid San Antonio supporter, was awarded with his very own custom-made Spurs jersey as his achievements and contributions for the […]

In the topsy-turvy world of NBA basketball, sometimes not working actually pays off. Because the Oklahoma City Thunder did not play tonight and the three teams that had been ahead of them in the Western Conference standings did, OKC was able to leap up from 8th in the West to 5th – all because they […]

In his final season in the NBA, Miami Heat legend Dwyane Wade continues to make headlines. During his farewell tour, Wade has provided joyful occasion for fans. He has also been given numerous going-away gifts from many teams — including a wrapped gift of signed Tim Duncan, Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili jerseys from San […]

As Miami heat star Dwyane Wade plays out his farewell tour, everyone in the NBA continues to show adoration and praise for him. Before Wednesday’s game against the San Antonio Spurs, the longtime Heat shooting guard was presented with a boxed gift topped with a bow — in Spurs black and silver no less– from […]

San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich has had his fair share of great battles with Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade. Prior to their last duel on Wednesday, Popovich shared what exactly made Wade an iconic player. For Popovich, who entered the NBA as an assistant coach in 1988, what made Wade an iconic player […]

No major professional sports league in the country has embraced globalism with arms spread wider than the NBA. As the league continues to extend its reach across the world going forward, Charlotte Hornets guard Tony Parker envisions a future in which the NBA has teams playing in Europe, whether as part of the current league […]

Chicago Bulls head coach Jim Boylen is a big fan of new 6-foot-8 wing Otto Porter Jr. Speaking to Michael Lee of The Athletic, the 52-year-old coach explained why he considers Porter to be one of the most valuable players on his team, even going as far as comparing him to San Antonio Spurs legend Tim […]

Since the turn of the century, the San Antonio Spurs have been one of the league’s most consistent teams. The team has made the playoffs in 21 consecutive seasons, and are on track to extend that streak this year. During that span, the franchise took home five championships. Those numbers already paint a picture of […]

The San Antonio Spurs notched a huge win on Monday night, topping the Golden State Warriors by a score of 111-105 for their ninth straight victory. This recent streak comes on the heels of a miserable stretch where the Spurs went 1-7 on their famed Rodeo Road Trip, a time of the season where San […]

In the first half of a road back-to-back, the Golden State Warriors lost to the San Antonio Spurs on Monday, 111-105. Draymond Green was upset by something else. While the Warriors still lick their wounds from their loss to the Spurs, they have no choice but to travel north to take on the Minnesota Timberwolves […]

Golden State Warriors center Andrew Bogut made his NBA return on Monday against the San Antonio Spurs after a one-year absence from the league. The 34-year-old Australian started for the Warriors and produced relatively well, pitching in seven points and seven rebounds in 19 minutes of action. Bogut’s return was also greeted with a rude […]

The San Antonio Spurs don’t have Tim Duncan, Manu Ginobili, Tony Parker or Kawhi Leonard this season, the first time we have said that in a very long time. Coming into the season, some pundits thought the Spurs would struggle in the rugged Western Conference. What those naysayers forgot to take into consideration is that […]

To beat the first quarter buzzer, Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry threw up a shot from the opponent’s 3-point line. With little time left, Curry had no choice but to throw up a shot from way over the half court. Good thing is he’s Stephen Curry — the greatest shooter of all time. Steph […]

The Golden State Warriors will get star forward Kevin Durant back in the lineup on Monday against the San Antonio Spurs after missing the last two games with an ankle injury, according to ESPN’s Nick Friedell. In light of DeMarcus Cousins’s being listed as out for tonight’s game, new acquisition Andrew Bogut is also expected […]

Coming into the 2018-19 season, skepticism regarding the San Antonio Spurs was mostly about the offseason losses of Kawhi Leonard and Danny Green — generally considered the best pair of wing defenders in basketball. Could San Antonio, replacing two perennial All-Defensive team candidates with DeMar DeRozan and a host of unknowns, really be proficient enough […]

The San Antonio Spurs defeated the New York Knicks for their seventh straight win on Friday night. The Knicks were without point guard Dennis Smith Jr., and this loss represents New York’s eighth straight as they line up all their cards for what will be a monumental offseason for the Knicks. Head Coach David Fizdale […]

The San Antonio Spurs have quietly been on a seven-game winning streak. The Spurs won again on Friday, as they took care of business against the New York Knicks, 109-83. Following the victory, San Antonio head coach Gregg Popovich had some motivational words for his team, while also reiterating how their defense plays a pivotal […]

San Antonio Spurs guard Lonnie Walker IV has opened up about his G League stint — clearing up some bad impressions about it along the way. As part of the rehab process of the meniscus he tore in October 2018, Walker has played a limited number of minutes with the Spurs and more in with its […]

Former teammates LaMarcus Aldridge and Damian Lillard recently had a conversation to patch things up, after their pairing with the Portland Trail Blazers ended prematurely due to several misunderstandings. This immediately sparked speculations about them possibly teaming up anew. In an interview with Jason Quick of The Athletic, Aldridge didn’t seem to close the door […]

Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic has proven himself adept at many facets of the game during his first NBA campaign, and the Mavs rookie showed that once again against the San Antonio Spurs. During the second quarter of the game, Luka fooled the Spurs defenders with an incredible ball fake. Remarkably, the move paved the […]

The San Antonio Spurs are expected to welcome back a key piece of the puzzle in Rudy Gay in the very near future, according to head coach Gregg Popovich. The Spurs veteran will apparently return into the fold ahead of the team’s upcoming back-to-back against the New York Knicks and Portland Trail Blazers this weekend. […]

Dallas Mavericks head coach Rick Carlisle would know better than just about anyone else on the planet when it comes to the greatness of longtime San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich. As a result, Carlisle made a point to praise his Spurs counterpart on Tuesday en route to calling Popovich the greatest coach in NBA history. […]

San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich doesn’t know the full details of what happened with Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook and a Utah Jazz fan, but the outspoken coach gave his two cents on the matter — particularly about fan-player relations. On Monday evening, Westbrook was heckled by a Jazz fan who allegedly […]

Dallas Mavericks head coach Rick Carlisle has had a lot of experience with going up against legendary San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich. With the tandem of NBA head coaches becoming staples of the Western Conference over the years, Carlisle recently had some unsurprising praise for his Spurs counterpart in Popovich. In fact, Carlisle made a point to say […]

Oklahoma City Thunder star Russell Westbrook got into a verbal altercation with a Utah Jazz fan on Monday night, making threats toward both the fan and his wife. The incident has sparked wide debate among NBA media and fans as to whether or not the 2017 MVP was out of line for his actions. Like […]

Dallas Mavericks’ Dirk Nowitzki has been widely recognized as the greatest international player of all-time. His 21 years in the NBA is nothing short of legendary. He has been a cornerstone of the Mavs franchise for more than two decades, and he’s looked up to by a lot of international players who want to make […]

Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki has played 21 years in the NBA, a career that’s nothing but legendary to most of the fans. The sweet-shooting German has accomplished a lot during his run, and now that he’s almost at the finish line, fellow players, especially those who came from outside the United States, can’t help […]

The Mavs have officially listed rookie sensation Luka Doncic as questionable for Tuesday night’s game against the San Antonio Spurs due to a knee strain, according to a report from ESPN’s Tim MacMahon. Mavericks rookie star Luka Doncic is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Spurs due to a left knee strain. He […]