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Amid a report that the San Antonio Spurs are not pursuing any trades regarding the second overall pick because they’re zeroing in on Dylan Harper, it may be worth looking into what Mitch Johnson said on NBA Draft Lottery night. “It’s someone that has high upside and a high floor which you think would be […]

The San Antonio Spurs have a plethora of options at their disposal after landing the No. 2 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. With Cooper Flagg going No. 1, will they use their pick and select Dylan Harper? Will they pursue a blockbuster trade scenario for Giannis Antetokounmpo? According to ESPN’s Draft expert, San Antonio […]

Former San Antonio Spurs guard Danny Green voiced confidence this week that Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo could eventually find his way to San Antonio. Speaking Tuesday on ESPN’s NBA Today, Green cited both tax implications and team assets as key reasons why the Spurs could be a realistic destination for the two-time MVP. “He […]

The San Antonio Spurs had an up-and-down 2024-25 season. While they failed to meet the Play-In expectations, the future is still bright in San Antonio. They finished with a poor 34-48 record, and 2024 NBA Rookie of the Year Victor Wembanyama went down with deep vein thrombosis, sidelining him for the rest of the season. […]

The San Antonio Spurs were always going to be one of the most fascinating teams of the 2025 NBA offseason. After a roller-coaster season that saw flashes of brilliance, the Spurs find themselves holding the No. 2 overall pick in the upcoming NBA Draft. It’s a rare opportunity for a franchise that already has a […]

On Monday night, the NBA Draft Lottery took place with representatives from 14 different teams in attendance. Shockingly, the Dallas Mavericks earned the No. 1 overall pick and had just 1.8% odds to actually win. This means the Mavs will select former Duke star Cooper Flagg. Flagg joins the conversation as one of the most […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future with the Milwaukee Bucks is seemingly up in the air with the former MVP and NBA champion reportedly open-minded about leaving Milwaukee for the first time. And if he chooses to do so, the San Antonio Spurs may be in a better position to acquire Antetokounmpo than any other team. While it’s […]

Just as Cooper Flagg is the consensus top pick of the 2025 NBA Draft, Dylan Harper is widely considered the second-best prospect in the class. All things being equal, he’d almost certainly be the San Antonio Spurs’ pick after the Dallas Mavericks beat them out for the number one selection on lottery night. And, barring […]

You can’t blame San Antonio Spurs fans for all but expecting to see the Dallas Mavericks card to come up when NBA Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatum unveiled who would get the second pick of the draft. Two years after winning the right to pick Victor Wembanyama and among the final two in the lottery for […]

Who will be drafting Cooper Flagg in the 2025 NBA Draft? This is the question scouts, executives, and NBA fans have been wondering for quite some time. That answer has finally been given, as the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery delivered the first overall pick to the Dallas Mavericks. After we saw the Atlanta Hawks claim […]

Despite the fact that Giannis Antetokounmpo has not demanded a trade, the rumor mill is running rampant with speculation that the Milwaukee Bucks may deal the superstar forward. Those rumors heated up on Monday, as the Houston Rockets and San Antonio Spurs were pegged as two teams who check all of the boxes as potential […]

The day has finally arrived. You watched hours upon hours of Duke basketball, sat through an abysmal NBA regular season and said your prayers to the basketball gods, and now will come the time to see if it was all worth it. Following Monday night’s Draft Lottery, a lucky fan base will celebrate the forthcoming […]

The Milwaukee Bucks may soon face the end of a historic era with franchise cornerstone Giannis Antetokounmpo potentially considering a future outside of Wisconsin. On Monday, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that Antetokounmpo is “open-minded about exploring whether his best long-term fit is remaining in Milwaukee or playing elsewhere.” The 30-year-old forward is expected to meet […]

The San Antonio Spurs have a less than seven percent chance of winning the NBA Draft Lottery and the prize that would come with it – Cooper Flagg. On the surface, nothing to get too excited about. For the Silver and Black, though, they might have the odds right where they want them. Asked Cooper […]

The San Antonio Spurs aren’t back just yet. However, the groundwork is undeniably being laid. After years in the NBA’s rebuilding cellar, the Spurs flashed something real in 2024-25. We saw the development of Victor Wembanyama into a legitimate star and the midseason acquisition of De’Aaron Fox. Additionally, the rookie emergence of Stephon Castle gives […]

MIAMI – As the Miami Heat enter a critical offseason led by team president Pat Riley, he would take time Friday during his end-of-season press conference to send a message to now former San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich. The Spurs would announce that Popovich will step down as head coach after health scares […]

As legendary San Antonio Spurs former head coach Gregg Popovich continues to rehabilitate from a mild stroke that ended his career, he does so with two of the franchise’s legends, Tim Duncan and Manu Ginobili, by his side. The press conference intended to introduce Mitch Johnson as the Spurs’ head man was as much about […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James shared powerful reflections on Gregg Popovich’s legacy following the longtime San Antonio Spurs coach’s decision to step down from the bench and assume a full-time role as President of Basketball Operations. Speaking on the Mind the Game Podcast with Steve Nash, James opened the episode by acknowledging Popovich’s influence […]

Robert Horry explained why San Antonio Spurs legend Tim Duncan isn’t on his Mt. Rushmore of all-time teammates. “Big Shot Rob” has never been shy about any bold takes on his decorated career. The seven-time champion was a part of several dynasties, including helping the San Antonio Spurs win titles in 2005 and 2007. Ultimately, […]

The San Antonio Spurs are ushering in a new era of Spurs basketball with the retirement of Gregg Popovich. Earlier this week, the legendary Spurs coach announced his leaving coaching and transitioning to the President of Basketball Operations position. While the news was still fresh, Thierry Henry wanted to pay tribute to the head coach. […]

For all his thank yous as he stepped down as San Antonio Spurs head coach, Gregg Popovich looked forward as much as he reflected. Attending the press conference for new head coach Mitch Johnson, Pop praised his successor. But he also noted the young talent that Johnson will continue to work with. “They’ve got some […]

Two-time Executive of the Year R.C. Buford walked out. As did franchise icon Sean Elliott. Phenom Victor Wembanyama and newly minted Rookie of the Year Stephon Castle appeared as well. Hall-of-Fame players David Robinson, Tim Duncan, and Manu Ginobili walked alongside. The most prominent figures in San Antonio Spurs history gathered. It was Gregg Popovich’s […]

In an emotional and historic moment for the San Antonio Spurs, former NBA All-Star Dejounte Murray surprised the media by appearing at a press conference honoring longtime head coach Gregg Popovich. The event also marked the official introduction of Mitch Johnson as the team’s new head coach—a passing of the torch moment that emphasized the […]

Although Gregg Popovich is remaining with the organization he helped become a model of consistency for two decades, a new era of San Antonio Spurs basketball is officially underway. The man who worked the sidelines for 29 years and guided the franchise to five NBA championships stepped down as head coach last week amid ongoing […]

Shortly after David Robinson, Tim Duncan, and Victor Wembanyama surprised just about everyone attending, including Stephon Castle, at a press conference that resembled more of a celebration, Castle was asked about joining them as the San Antonio Spurs’ latest Rookie of the Year winner. “Just seeing them walk out was definitely crazy. Me, being humble, […]

Call it sneaky. Call it prophetic. Either way, you can now call it true. At his end-of-the-year media availability, Victor Wembanyama insinuated that acting head coach Mitch Johnson would take over if Gregg Popovich did not return as San Antonio Spurs head coach, a reality that was confirmed this week. It went a bit unnoticed. […]

Gregg Popovich’s decision to permanently step away from being a head coach stunned the NBA world. It also garnered him recognition from current and former San Antonio Spurs players. Case in point: Kawhi Leonard. Starting his NBA career in 2011, Leonard first played for Popovich. Leonard developed into a star for the Spurs, winning NBA […]

Gregg Popovich’s decision to retire from being head coach of the San Antonio Spurs after 29 years made waves in the NBA community. It even drew emotional statements from legends Shaq and Charles Barkley. Ahead of Saturday’s Game 7 matchup between the Los Angeles Clippers and Denver Nuggets, O’Neal, Barkley and the NBA on TNT […]

In the wake of Gregg Popovich’s decision to step down as head coach of the San Antonio Spurs, tributes have poured in from across the basketball world. One of the most notable came from former Spurs guard Danny Green, who played under Popovich for over seven seasons and won an NBA championship with San Antonio […]

After nearly three decades on the sidelines, Gregg Popovich has stepped down as head coach of the San Antonio Spurs, marking the end of one of the most storied tenures in NBA history. According to a report from ESPN’s Shams Charania, Popovich’s decision was primarily driven by health concerns and the physical toll of the […]

Following the Golden State Warriors Game 6 loss to the Houston Rockets, Draymond Green opened up an emotional postgame moment about the retirement of Gregg Popovich as head coach of the San Antonio Spurs. Though Popovich will move into a front-office role, Green’s reaction highlighted the weight of the moment across the league. "It sucks […]

The San Antonio Spurs have built a core around Victor Wembanyama and could be active in the 2025 NBA offseason. The Spurs missed the playoffs in the 2024 season, finishing 13th in the Western Conference at 34-48. San Antonio has already made a big change this offseason as longtime head coach Gregg Popovich has stepped […]

Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr was one of many people around the NBA world who expressed their gratitude towards Gregg Popovich on Friday. The legendary San Antonio Spurs coach announced that he is retiring from his head coaching position and will take up a role in the Spurs’ front office. Kerr and Steph […]

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama publicly reflected on Gregg Popovich’s departure from coaching on Friday, after the franchise announced the longtime head coach would step down and transition full-time into his role as Team President. Wembanyama, the 7-foot-4 French phenom and centerpiece of the Spurs’ rebuild, shared his gratitude for Popovich on X, formerly […]

The San Antonio Spurs as we know them don’t exist without coach Gregg Popovich. Tim Duncan is their greatest player. George Gervin was their first superstar. David Robinson saved the franchise. Manu Ginobili and Tony Parker helped define one of the greatest runs sports has ever seen. Victor Wembanyama is their face now. Save for […]

It’s been four days since San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich announced his retirement after 29 seasons as head coach. Today, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver released an official statement celebrating Popovich’s legacy, per the NBA.  “Gregg Popovich’s sustained success as head coach of the San Antonio Spurs is incomparable,” he said. “In addition to his […]

As the NBA world reacts to San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich’s retirement, Oklahoma City Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault shares his view on the revered coach. He has plenty to say about Popovich’s influence on the association as Mark Daigneault and the Thunder prepare for round 2. Oklahoma City will find out which […]

After nearly 30 years as the San Antonio Spurs’ head coach, Gregg Popovich is stepping down, which has prompted numerous fans, media members, and players to respond, including current Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan. Sochan, who has played for Popovich and the Spurs since being drafted in 2022, showed his appreciation for his former coach with […]

With the news of San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich stepping down from the role, many were theorizing who would be his successor, though those would be shot down due to the team announcing Mitch Johnson as the replacement. While the NBA world reacts to the news of the Spurs legend, there was one […]