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The San Antonio Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama earned the 2024 NBA Rookie of the Year title, while Chet Holmgren from the Oklahoma City Thunder also delivered an impressive debut season. On the Road Trippin’ podcast, Holmgren was asked if he thought he deserved the Rookie of the Year award over Wembanyama, considering his situation in Oklahoma […]

With the big free agents off the board, the San Antonio Spurs went bargain-bin hunting the last few days. Their search was fruitful, as they brought back Georgian-American forward Sandro Mamukelashvili as well as another veteran reserve. Mamukelashvili is returning to San Antonio on a one-year minimum deal, via ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. “Free agent F […]

With their exhibition play winding down, the French National Team is getting closer to their first official contest of the 2024 Olympic Games and the fulfillment of a dream for San Antonio Spurs generational talent Victor Wembanyama. This Victor Wembanyama stepback off the dribble three was so ridiculous that all the commentator could do was […]

Though he ended up playing in just three games during NBA Summer League competitions, San Antonio Spurs rookie Stephon Castle wrapped up play with a better feeling than when he started competition at the professional level. “I have a lot of confidence in myself in that way and I feel like our team and our […]

San Antonio Spurs legendary coach Gregg Popovich opened up about several of his players – three of them new and one who could be in for an important role – during an ESPN interview for a Spurs Summer League game over the weekend. In talking about Chris Paul, last year’s second round draft pick Sidy […]

Stephon Castle’s 2024 Summer League is over. The organization announced the decision prior to Sunday night’s game versus the Atlanta Hawks. It’s a move that comes with precaution after the San Antonio Spurs’ first-round pick sprained his right wrist on Saturday against the Portland Trail Blazers. It’s believed to be a minor injury, but the […]

San Antonio Spurs Coach Gregg Popovich sat court side with Chris Paul during a Summer League game over the weekend. It reinforces that the two NBA legends are now on the same side after a couple of epic playoff battles in their past. From Shaquille O’Neal and Kobe Bryant, to Steve Nash, to Dirk Nowitzki, […]

The San Antonio Spurs have always been a franchise defined by their strategic moves and a clear vision for the future. As we dive into the 2024 NBA free agency period, the Spurs have already made significant strides, but the journey is far from over. With a promising young core and a few smart acquisitions, […]

Could it be that the San Antonio Spurs greatest strength during NBA Free Agency has also served as a weakness? Hard to follow? Let’s explain. The free agent signing of Chris Paul and a trade for Harrison Barnes that also came with future first round draft picks were widely met with applause, and rightfully so. […]

Stephon Castle’s first two tastes of NBA action didn’t disappoint. The San Antonio Spurs’ first-round pick scored 18 points Tuesday in his team’s first win of NBA Summer League play. He then put in 12 in the squad’s California Classic opener before sitting out for rest the next night. “It felt great, just being out […]

Though he was traded in the heart of the NBA Free Agency period, Harrison Barnes says he had choices. He then added that joining the San Antonio Spurs was a no-brainer. “There was definitely options where that was a factor, whether or not it would be waived,” the 11-year NBA pro revealed about a trade […]

The Golden State Warriors had a few crucial decisions to make prior to the month of July; for one, they had to come up with the assets to try and entice the Los Angeles Clippers in a potential Paul George trade. When that didn’t work, the Warriors decided to waive Chris Paul before his $30 […]

Chris Paul’s opening press conference as a member of the San Antonio Spurs was as honest as it was routine. He’s excited to play for Gregg Popovich and he’s well aware of his elder statesmen status in the NBA, but CP3 let it be known that he’s not planning on spending the twilight of his […]

For a player named Harrison, his first taste of San Antonio Spurs-related life has been “crazy.” Perhaps this applies to noted NBA veteran Harrison Barnes, who arrives in the Alamo City via trade this summer, but right now, we’re talking about the team’s second-round pick out of last month’s draft, Harrison Ingram. And this is […]

Despite freakish superstar rookie Victor Wembanyama leading the way, the San Antonio Spurs were one of the worst teams in the NBA last season. But Wembanyama will presumably only improve, and with their latest offseason moves and all the draft capital they have, ESPN’s Zach Lowe is ready to make a big prediction for the […]

It might be easier to name the NBA coaches who don’t have direct ties to the legendary Gregg Popovich of the San Antonio Spurs. In fact, we’re just a couple of years removed from the Mike Budenholzer-led Milwaukee Bucks knocking off another Pop disciple, Monty Williams, and the Phoenix Suns in the 2021 NBA Finals […]

The San Antonio Spurs have been one of the most proactive teams this offseason. They may not have shot for the stars like many thought they would, but they made a few helpful moves that should help them progress in Year 2 of the Victor Wembanyama era. One of those helpful moves was their acquisition […]

It has been six seasons since that night that the Dallas Mavericks saw Harrison Barnes play despite being traded to the Sacramento Kings. A lot has happened since then. The squad got a coach who made them break their historic postseason appearance drought. De’Aaron Fox has evolved into one of the best guards in the […]

The trade for veteran forward Harrison Barnes continues a San Antonio Spurs trend.  They’re trying to have it both ways. And so far this NBA off-season, the Spurs are doing a pretty good job. In a concerted effort to keep an eye on the future as they build around generational talent Victor Wembanyama, the organization […]

After hiring Kenny Atkinson as their next head coach, drafting Jaylon Tyson and re-signing Donovan Mitchell, it has been a relatively quiet offseason for the Cleveland Cavaliers. While fans have been foaming at the mouth for the Cavs to shake things up and bring new free-agent signings into the mix, Cleveland remaining somewhat inactive in […]

DeMar DeRozan’s free agency journey this summer was a hot topic around the NBA. Initially, there was speculation that DeRozan might have to settle for a $13 million mid-level exception. However, known for his patience and poise on the court, DeRozan saw these qualities pay off in free agency. The six-time All-Star eventually landed the […]

Summer League is underway and San Antonio Spurs rookie Stephon Castle looks forward to the challenge that comes with going from a college star at UConn basketball to the NBA. In his first game in a Silver and Black uniform, Castle tallied 12 points, six reb0unds and three assists in a 97-65 loss to the […]

Many fans believe the San Antonio Spurs are up to something this offseason, and their latest move will only strengthen that notion. The team is trading guard Devonte’ Graham and a second-round draft pick to the Charlotte Hornets, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. In return, the Hornets are paying the former Kansas Jayhawks star the […]

This hasn’t been a routine start to NBA Free Agency for the San Antonio Spurs. Then again, Victor Wembanyama isn’t just another player. On the heels of agreeing to terms with 12-time All-Star Chris Paul, the Spurs have reportedly submitted a trade offer to the Utah Jazz for Lauri Markkanen and were said to be […]

Atlanta Hawks star Trae Young has been in trade rumors since last season where the the team was in the process of splitting the tandem between him and Dejounte Murray. Even with Murray traded to the New Orleans Pelicans, there is still speculation of Young being moved for a rebuild, but his market is in […]

The San Antonio Spurs only won 22 games in the 2023-2024 season, but the future is bright for Gregg Popovich’s squad with the emergence of rookie big man Victor Wembanyama. The Spurs particularly struggled on the perimeter last season, and they’ll look to find a guard or wing as their second star to complement Wembanyama. […]

Amid the buzz that the San Antonio Spurs want to trade for Lauri Markannen, a report indicates they may be interested in bringing back DeMar DeRozan as NBA Free Agency kicks into high gear. When Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald posted that the Miami Heat are exploring ways to add DeRozan, he indicated that […]

The most appealing trade candidate in the NBA is currently Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen. With so many big names gone in the free agency pool, the 27-year-old sharpshooter is perhaps the best potentially available player on either the trade market or in free agency. The Jazz are in a rebuild, adding several young players […]

It is known that DeMar DeRozan has interest in joining the Miami Heat via sign-and-trade with the Chicago Bulls, but with the financial constraints Miami has, there are some other teams in play, like the San Antonio Spurs and Sacramento Kings. “Kings have talked to Bulls about DeRozan sign and trade, per source,” Barry Jackson […]

The Paris Olympics are drawing near, with countries worldwide gearing up their top basketball players for a shot at the gold medal in August. San Antonio Spurs fans may find themselves backing another contender, France, led by their 7-foot-3 star Victor Wembanyama. The French national team recently faced Turkey in an exhibition game on Wednesday […]

When it comes to the San Antonio Spurs, there’s one superlative that describes the team perfectly: potential. Sure, San Antonio signed Chris Paul, who will certainly raise the team’s floor heading into Year 2 of the Victor Wembanyama era, but the “Point God” running the show doesn’t mean the the Spurs are not locks to […]

The Orlando Magic are up next when it comes to title contention. Paolo Banchero is in the middle of all of this and it looks like he’s ready to take the next step. This NBA offseason, the one-time All-Star is training with generational talents who paved the road for him. Who might these people be, […]

Chris Paul’s NBA résumé, which includes four All-NBA First-Team selections, 12 All-Star Game nods, seven appearances on the All-Defensive First Team and four assist crowns, among many other accolades, has long been accepted for Hall of Fame enshrinement at Springfield, Massachusetts. But what really adds to his legacy is his unfailing ability to quickly improve […]

Though some reports indicate any trade involving Lauri Markkanen may not be likely, the San Antonio Spurs have been linked to the Utah Jazz forward. There’s good reason. Actually, there are two good reasons they should be interested in the 27-year-old scorer. Though if a deal is possible, San Antonio appears to have some competition. […]

The Golden State Warriors just got much younger, and Brandin Podziemski may be a centerpiece of their new era sooner rather than later. With Chris Paul and Klay Thompson departing the Bay Area, the team’s young core will have to step up and support Steph Curry. Podziemski sounded off on Paul’s move to the San […]

Utah Jazz power forward Lauri Markkanen continues to generate trade buzz in the offseason. The floor-stretching big man can be perfect on any team mainly because of his size and ability to punish opponents from the perimeter. The Golden State Warriors are said to have their attention on Markkanen as well as the San Antonio […]

After being waived by the Golden State Warriors ahead of the start of free agency on Sunday afternoon, veteran point guard Chris Paul didn’t waste much time deciding where the next stop along his two-decade-long NBA career would be. On a one year deal worth $11 million, Chris Paul will be joining Gregg Popovich, Victor […]

Normally a franchise that stays quiet during NBA Free Agency, the San Antonio Spurs made one of the league’s first splashes — maybe the biggest — to start the period. In reportedly agreeing to terms with Chris Paul, the Spurs not only adds one of the best point guards to play the game, but they […]

On Sunday night, the San Antonio Spurs made one of the shrewdest moves of free agency thus far by signing veteran point guard Chris Paul to a one-year, $11 million deal. Paul spent last season coming mostly off the bench for a Golden State Warriors team that fell way short of expectations, and now, the […]