Tag: San Antonio Spurs

Brunson and Wembanyama set for showdown in NBA Cup MVP race

Jalen Brunson, Victor Wembanyama
December 2025

With the Knicks and Spurs set to meet in the Emirates NBA Cup final, Jalen Brunson and Victor Wembanyama have emerged as the leading contenders for the competition’s inaugural MVP award, with one decisive performance likely to secure both the Cup and individual honours. The latest Cup MVP ladder highlights Brunson’s ruthless efficiency and string of high-scoring displays, plus Wembanyama’s game-changing impact off the bench on his return from injury, noting that Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the only top candidate already eliminated before Tuesday’s showcase in Las Vegas.

Wembanyama returns to spark Spurs upset of powerhouse Thunder in Cup semifina

Victor Wembanyama
December 2025

Victor Wembanyama marked his return from a calf layoff by posting 22 points and nine rebounds in 21 minutes as the Spurs knocked off top seeded Oklahoma City in the Emirates NBA Cup semifinal, handing the Thunder only their second loss in twenty six games. Coming off the bench to warm applause, Wembanyama immediately tipped in a basket, assisted a Dylan Harper three and later protected the rim against Chet Holmgren, with coach Mitch Johnson praising his relentless but rusty effort and stressing every high pressure possession will accelerate San Antonio’s long term growth.

Rookie Queen erupts for first triple double in Pelicans’ narrow loss to Spurs

Derik Queen
December 2025

Pelicans rookie Derik Queen delivered his first NBA triple double with 33 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists in only his 25th game, carrying New Orleans back from a twenty point deficit before missing a late go ahead shot in a tight 135-132 defeat to the Spurs. Drafted thirteenth after New Orleans traded consecutive first rounders to Atlanta, Queen bullied defenders inside, finished tough paint looks and created for team mates, earning praise from Alvarado and interim coach Borrego as a rare bright spot amid the Pelicans’ 3-23 start and heavy external criticism of the trade.

Wembanyama hit by new calf strain as fast-starting Spurs lose their star again

Victor Wembanyama (San Antonio Spurs)
November 2025

Victor Wembanyama will miss time with a left calf strain after a dominant early season in which he averaged huge numbers and drove the Spurs to their best start in a decade, raising fresh concern after last year’s deep vein thrombosis limited him to 46 games. He left the loss to Golden State after a 26-point, 12-rebound performance and then sat out the win over Sacramento while undergoing scans. Expected to miss two to three weeks, he now focuses on recovery while San Antonio try to keep momentum without their shot-blocking, scoring and rebounding focal point.

Voters clear public funding path for new downtown Spurs arena

San Antonio Spurs
November 2025

Bexar County voters approved up to 311 million in venue taxes toward a new multipurpose arena. The Spurs committed at least 500 million plus overruns and rent. The city’s proposed contribution is 489 million, with 1.4 billion in adjacent private development pledged. The package leans on visitor-paid venue taxes rather than property taxes, easing local resistance. Design work is at inception and the Frost Bank Center lease runs to 2032, allowing phased planning and community engagement before ground is broken.

Spurs rookie Dylan Harper exits with calf injury vs Suns

Dylan Harper (San Antonio Spurs)
November 2025

Harper limped off after a left calf injury in the second quarter against Phoenix. The rookie guard had averaged 14.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 4.6 assists in his first five NBA games. Injury occurred during a defensive rotation against Nick Richards. Initial evaluation suggests a strain pending imaging. Spurs’ staff to monitor progression and workload; timeline depends on swelling response. Spurs lost 130–118.

Spurs unveil low-key banner immortalizing Pop

San Antonio Spurs (NBA)
October 2025

True to Popovich’s ethos, San Antonio quietly raised a “Pop 1,390” banner with five stars for five titles and a “Hall of Fame” mark, eschewing ceremony at Pop’s request. Coach Mitch Johnson lauded the franchise’s architect, now president, whose attention to detail and humility shaped a decades-long culture and NBA-record coaching résumé.

Sochan ruled out of Spurs opener with wrist sprain

Jeremy Sochan (San Antonio Spurs)
October 2025

The forward will miss opening night due to a left wrist sprain suffered in practice as he neared return from a calf strain. Expect short absence if stability and pain improve. Note: the source mention of De’Aaron Fox missing time for San Antonio is incorrect. Fox is a Sacramento Kings player.

Wembanyama states face of NBA ambition and showcases expanded role

Victor Wembanyama (San Antonio Spurs)
October 2025

Wembanyama said he can be the league’s future standard bearer and returned in preseason with playmaking emphasis after last season’s shoulder clot. In limited minutes he stuffed the box score while initiating offense.
San Antonio are building around his versatility with rookie guard Dylan Harper, Stephon Castle, and added size to diversify lineups. The plan stresses connectivity and creation gravity over isolation to accelerate a playoff push.

Spurs Eye $35m Move for Lakers Guard Reaves

Austin Reaves (Los Angeles Lakers)
September 2025

Lakers guard Austin Reaves is expected to decline his 2026–27 player option, setting up free agency where he could command $30–35 million annually. The San Antonio Spurs are among the teams reportedly monitoring his situation. Despite declining an extension this summer, Reaves has consistently improved, posting career highs last season. With Luka Dončić and LeBron James alongside him, his role is pivotal this year. If he opts out, the Lakers may face a fight to keep him.

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