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‘He’s doing good’: Assistant coach Mitch Johnson offers few details on Gregg Popovich’s health
Read full article: ‘He’s doing good’: Assistant coach Mitch Johnson offers few details on Gregg Popovich’s healthSan Antonio Spurs assistant coach Mitch Johnson provided a brief update Thursday on the health of head coach Gregg Popovich.
Green and VanVleet score 21 each as Houston Rockets rout San Antonio Spurs 127-100
Read full article: Green and VanVleet score 21 each as Houston Rockets rout San Antonio Spurs 127-100Jalen Green and Fred VanVleet had 21 points each and the Houston Rockets built a huge lead early and coasted to a 127-100 win over the San Antonio Spurs Wednesday night.
Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan suffers fractured thumb; will have surgery, team says
Read full article: Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan suffers fractured thumb; will have surgery, team saysThe San Antonio Spurs announced forward Jeremy Sochan suffered a fracture in his left thumb, which will require surgery.
Interim Spurs head coach Johnson on Popovich’s health: ‘He’s in good spirits’
Read full article: Interim Spurs head coach Johnson on Popovich’s health: ‘He’s in good spirits’Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich is not with the team in Los Angeles to face the Clippers. Popovich suffered a health issue before Saturday’s home game with the Minnesota Timberwolves and did not travel to California.
What to know about interim Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson
Read full article: What to know about interim Spurs head coach Mitch JohnsonAfter the San Antonio Spurs announced head coach Gregg Popovich’s indefinite hiatus from the team on Monday, citing illness, the public wonders about the team’s interim selection.
Spurs coach Gregg Popovich misses game against Timberwolves because of undisclosed illness
Read full article: Spurs coach Gregg Popovich misses game against Timberwolves because of undisclosed illnessSan Antonio coach Gregg Popovich missed the Spurs’ game Saturday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves because of an undisclosed illness.
Spurs launch ticket subscription plan aimed to provide flexible, affordable way to attend games
Read full article: Spurs launch ticket subscription plan aimed to provide flexible, affordable way to attend gamesIf you’ve been wanting to attend more San Antonio Spurs games but don’t want to bust your budget, the Silver & Black may have a game plan for you.
Wembanyama has 25 points and nine rebounds to lead Spurs to 106-88 win over Jazz
Read full article: Wembanyama has 25 points and nine rebounds to lead Spurs to 106-88 win over JazzVictor Wembanyama had 25 points and nine rebounds to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 106-88 victory over the Utah Jazz on Thursday night.
Dort scores 20 points, Holmgren adds 19 as Thunder roll past Spurs 105-93 to remain unbeaten
Read full article: Dort scores 20 points, Holmgren adds 19 as Thunder roll past Spurs 105-93 to remain unbeatenLu Dort scored 20 points, Chet Holmgren added 19 and the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the San Antonio Spurs 105-93 on Wednesday night to remain the only unbeaten team in the Western Conference.
Wembanyama, Sochan help Spurs fend out hard-charging Rockets to win home opener, 109-106
Read full article: Wembanyama, Sochan help Spurs fend out hard-charging Rockets to win home opener, 109-106Victor Wembanyama scored 29 points, Jeremy Sochan added 17 points and 12 rebounds, and the San Antonio Spurs held on to beat the Houston Rockets 109-106 on Saturday night in their home opener.
New-look San Antonio Spurs set for season opener against Dallas Mavericks
Read full article: New-look San Antonio Spurs set for season opener against Dallas MavericksThe San Antonio Spurs are ready to tip off the 2024-25 season at the Dallas Mavericks with two veterans on the roster, point guard Chris Paul and forward Harrison Barnes, who they didn’t have last season.
Spurs lock in Wembanyama, Sochan, Wesley, Brahnam for 2025-26 season
Read full article: Spurs lock in Wembanyama, Sochan, Wesley, Brahnam for 2025-26 seasonThe Spurs locked in their French-born centerpiece and key role players on Friday by exercising their team option on Victor Wembanyama, Jeremy Sochan, Malaki Branham and Blake Wesley.
Victor Wembanyama sues man for using his name, likeness without permission on clothing, lawsuit says
Read full article: Victor Wembanyama sues man for using his name, likeness without permission on clothing, lawsuit saysSan Antonio Spurs player and reigning NBA rookie of the year Victor Wembanyama is suing a Texas man for using his name and likeness for commercial gain without permission, according to a lawsuit.
Former Spur, NBA champion Danny Green announces retirement
Read full article: Former Spur, NBA champion Danny Green announces retirementDanny Green, the sharpshooting guard who won an NCAA championship at North Carolina before helping three different franchises win NBA championships, announced his retirement as a player on Thursday.
Celebrate the start of the Spurs 2024-25 season with exciting giveaways
Read full article: Celebrate the start of the Spurs 2024-25 season with exciting giveawaysThe San Antonio Spurs are inviting fans to get ready for a new season by participating in a weeklong celebration of fun, food, and a chance to score free tickets to a game.
Coach Popovich prepares for 29th season with Spurs, welcomes NBA veterans to San Antonio
Read full article: Coach Popovich prepares for 29th season with Spurs, welcomes NBA veterans to San AntonioSan Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich was front-and-center at the team’s media day as he prepares to lead the Silver and Black for his 29th straight campaign.
’I’m close to returning’: Devin Vassell reassures he’ll be back in action with the Spurs soon
Read full article: ’I’m close to returning’: Devin Vassell reassures he’ll be back in action with the Spurs soonA few days before the Spurs held their annual media day, the news broke that San Antonio’s sixth-year guard Devin Vassell will miss the start of the upcoming season.
French phenom Victor Wembanyama discusses Spurs’ expectations to win in upcoming season
Read full article: French phenom Victor Wembanyama discusses Spurs’ expectations to win in upcoming seasonWembanyama was excited for the 2024-25 NBA season on Spurs media day, hopes to apply the lessons he learned over his busy offseason.
Chris Paul, Harrison Barnes share excitement to be San Antonio Spurs on media day
Read full article: Chris Paul, Harrison Barnes share excitement to be San Antonio Spurs on media dayThe San Antonio Spurs added more veteran experience over the offseason with the acquisitions of Chris Paul and Harrison Barnes.
Spurs Youth Basketball League celebrates 35 years of helping kids across Texas
Read full article: Spurs Youth Basketball League celebrates 35 years of helping kids across TexasThe Spurs Youth Basketball League, originally formed as the Spurs Drug-Free League, is celebrating 35 years of opening the game up to thousands of Texas kids.
‘At best tepid’: Polling shows ‘limited’ support for downtown San Antonio sports stadiums for Spurs, Missions
Read full article: ‘At best tepid’: Polling shows ‘limited’ support for downtown San Antonio sports stadiums for Spurs, MissionsNBA and minor league baseball stadiums both had below 40% favorability in a September poll conducted by the University of Texas at San Antonio's Center for Public Opinion Research.
Spurs players spotted on sideline at DKR Stadium for UT Austin-UTSA football game
Read full article: Spurs players spotted on sideline at DKR Stadium for UT Austin-UTSA football gameSan Antonio Spurs players traveled to Austin on Saturday to attend the Texas Longhorns vs. UTSA Roadrunners football game.
Spurs’ phenom Victor Wembanyama surprises fans at sports card store on Northwest Side
Read full article: Spurs’ phenom Victor Wembanyama surprises fans at sports card store on Northwest SideSan Antonio Spurs’ superstar Victor Wembanyama made a surprise appearance at Boomtown Sports Cards and Collectibles on the Northwest Side for Topps Hobby Rip Night.
Spurs Culinary Residency Program announces new restaurant lineup for NBA season
Read full article: Spurs Culinary Residency Program announces new restaurant lineup for NBA seasonThe Spurs Sports & Entertainment (SS&E) and Aramark announced the lineup for the fourth season of the Spurs Culinary Residency Program at the Frost Bank Center on Tuesday, according to a press release.
‘Project Marvel’: City emails show early plans for $3-4B sports and entertainment district in downtown San Antonio
Read full article: ‘Project Marvel’: City emails show early plans for $3-4B sports and entertainment district in downtown San AntonioWhat will it cost to build a new Spurs arena and an entertainment district in downtown San Antonio? Emails from the city show an ambitious price tag as the city tries get the Spurs back to their roots at Hemisfair.
Bill Land 1-on-1: Memorable moments as Spurs broadcaster, history behind ‘Oh Mama’ and why he’s retiring
Read full article: Bill Land 1-on-1: Memorable moments as Spurs broadcaster, history behind ‘Oh Mama’ and why he’s retiringAfter more than two decades as the permanent television voice of the Spurs, broadcaster Bill Land is hanging up his boots and heading into retirement. Land sat down with KSAT’s RJ Marquez to discuss his five decades in broadcasting and much more.
‘Oh Mama!’ Long-time Spurs television play-by-play announcer Bill Land announces retirement ahead of 2024-2025 season
Read full article: ‘Oh Mama!’ Long-time Spurs television play-by-play announcer Bill Land announces retirement ahead of 2024-2025 seasonBill Land, the long-time San Antonio Spurs television play-by-play announcer who brought the catchphrase “Oh Mama!” into Spurs sports fans lexicon, is retiring ahead of the 2024-2025 NBA season, the team announced Wednesday.
‘Best day of the year’: Mireles Elementary principal talks about back-to-school excitement
Read full article: ‘Best day of the year’: Mireles Elementary principal talks about back-to-school excitementMireles Elementary principal Laura Hernandez spoke with GMSA anchors RJ Marquez and Japhanie Gray about the excitement of back-to-school, calling it the “best day of the year.”
Teens going back to school after earning, learning from local restaurant owner
Read full article: Teens going back to school after earning, learning from local restaurant ownerHubert Brown acted as a mentor to 26 young people who worked in his East side restaurant this summer. Even during the year, he hires youth from the community to run the barbecue business.
Keldon Johnson, Ramon Richards, others hold 3rd Annual Back to School Backpack Drive
Read full article: Keldon Johnson, Ramon Richards, others hold 3rd Annual Back to School Backpack DriveThere were free school supplies and free haircuts for kids who attended an event at Countdown City Cuts barbershop.
3-point barrage carries Team USA onto gold medal stand in victory over Victor Wembanyama, France
Read full article: 3-point barrage carries Team USA onto gold medal stand in victory over Victor Wembanyama, FranceAt least one NBA player will return to the United States with a gold medal in their hands. It just won’t be San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama.
The Rock at La Cantera to host watch party for Team USA-France men’s basketball gold medal game
Read full article: The Rock at La Cantera to host watch party for Team USA-France men’s basketball gold medal gameThe most high-profile Olympic basketball game involving a San Antonio Spur in 20 years will get The Rock at La Cantera Watch Party treatment.
Victor Wembanyama, Spurs will reportedly make return to NBA Christmas Day schedule
Read full article: Victor Wembanyama, Spurs will reportedly make return to NBA Christmas Day scheduleIf a Thursday report from a reliable NBA reporter is to be believed, the Spurs will play during the NBA's premier regular-season showcase.
‘Something totally unexpected’: Sean Elliott undergoes heart procedure after Apple Watch detects irregular heartbeat
Read full article: ‘Something totally unexpected’: Sean Elliott undergoes heart procedure after Apple Watch detects irregular heartbeatSpurs legend and broadcaster says he’s doing great after procedure for Atrial Fibrillation.
Germany’s second-quarter haymakers too much for Wembanyama, France to overcome
Read full article: Germany’s second-quarter haymakers too much for Wembanyama, France to overcomeFrance had no answer for German point guard Dennis Schröder or power forward Franz Wagner on Friday. Both players combined for 52 points in Germany’s 85-71 win over France.
Sean Elliott’s Apple Watch detects irregular heartbeat, his wife says
Read full article: Sean Elliott’s Apple Watch detects irregular heartbeat, his wife saysFormer San Antonio Spur Sean Elliott is breathing a sigh of relief after his Apple Watch detected an irregular heartbeat, according to an Instagram post by his wife.
Victor Wembanyama stands tall in France’s opening Olympics match win over Brazil
Read full article: Victor Wembanyama stands tall in France’s opening Olympics match win over BrazilThe world’s biggest stage, and the pressure of playing Olympic basketball in his home country, didn’t seem to bother Victor Wembanyama much.
France’s Wembanyama and Gobert embracing ‘seclusion’ of starting basketball tourney outside of Paris
Read full article: France’s Wembanyama and Gobert embracing ‘seclusion’ of starting basketball tourney outside of ParisFrance’s hopes of leaving the Paris Olympics with a men’s basketball gold medal primarily rest on the shoulders of its tallest players.
Spurs’ Wembanyama returns home for Olympics. The basketball star will be one of Paris’ biggest attractions
Read full article: Spurs’ Wembanyama returns home for Olympics. The basketball star will be one of Paris’ biggest attractionsAthletes have a hard time standing out in a Paris cultural sphere driven largely by food, fashion and the arts.
Spurs Culinary Residency Program to feature 12 local restaurants this upcoming NBA season
Read full article: Spurs Culinary Residency Program to feature 12 local restaurants this upcoming NBA seasonSpurs Sports & Entertainment (SS&E) and Aramark are inviting local restaurants to apply for the Spurs Culinary Residence program.
Spurs rookie Stephon Castle out for remainder of NBA Summer League with wrist injury
Read full article: Spurs rookie Stephon Castle out for remainder of NBA Summer League with wrist injurySan Antonio Spurs rookie guard Stephon Castle is out for the remainder of the NBA 2K25 Summer League in Las Vegas due to a sprained wrist, according to reports.
Stephon Castle scores 22 points as Spurs defeat Trailblazers in NBA 2K25 Summer League opener
Read full article: Stephon Castle scores 22 points as Spurs defeat Trailblazers in NBA 2K25 Summer League openerThe San Antonio Spurs defeated the Portland Trailblazers 83-77 to open the NBA 2K25 Summer League.
French basketball legend Tony Parker at center of historic retiring of his No. 9 jersey
Read full article: French basketball legend Tony Parker at center of historic retiring of his No. 9 jerseyFollowing Friday’s exhibition between France and Serbia ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics, the French Basketball Federation paid tribute to Tony Parker’s remarkable legacy by retiring his national team jersey.
Chris Paul’s new contract with Spurs reveals winning as a big incentive
Read full article: Chris Paul’s new contract with Spurs reveals winning as a big incentiveVeteran point guard Chris Paul, the Spurs’ biggest signing of the offseason, reportedly signed a one-year, $10.46 million contract with a host of incentives built into the deal.
Records reveal parties involved in potential massive downtown project that could lead to new Spurs arena at Hemisfair
Read full article: Records reveal parties involved in potential massive downtown project that could lead to new Spurs arena at HemisfairThere are still many questions surrounding plans for the Hemisfair Park area and the San Antonio Spurs' involvement with the future of the site, but San Antonio city officials are attempting to keep any and every detail close to the vest.
Spurs get first win of Summer League, defeat Chinese National Team 89-67
Read full article: Spurs get first win of Summer League, defeat Chinese National Team 89-67The San Antonio Spurs got their first win of Summer League, defeating the Chinese National Team 89-67 in the final game of the Sacramento Classic on Tuesday night.
Veteran guard Chris Paul ‘not a coach’, excited to hoop and play for Coach Pop
Read full article: Veteran guard Chris Paul ‘not a coach’, excited to hoop and play for Coach PopThe San Antonio Spurs leveraged the NBA’s free agency period to reel in a pair of veteran guards who are expected to bring a seasoned perspective into a young Spurs locker room.
New Spurs players Chris Paul and Harrison Barnes say they’re excited to play for Coach Pop, connect with teammates
Read full article: New Spurs players Chris Paul and Harrison Barnes say they’re excited to play for Coach Pop, connect with teammatesThe San Antonio Spurs are holding press conference on Tuesday featuring their two most recent acquisitions: veteran point guard Chris Paul and forward Harrison Barnes.
San Antonio student wins 2024 NBA Math Hoops Global Championship
Read full article: San Antonio student wins 2024 NBA Math Hoops Global ChampionshipA fifth-grade student at Bonham Academy in the San Antonio Independent School District came out victorious in the 2024 NBA Math Hoops Global Championship, the San Antonio Spurs announced on Monday.
Spurs fall to Kings 85-59 in Sacramento California Classic
Read full article: Spurs fall to Kings 85-59 in Sacramento California ClassicThe San Antonio Spurs lost their second game in a row to start off the 2024 NBA Suummer League, this time falling to the Sacramento Kings 85-59 on the second night of the Sacramento California Classic.
Spurs video coordinator Kenny Trevino gets break as team’s summer league head coach
Read full article: Spurs video coordinator Kenny Trevino gets break as team’s summer league head coachWhile San Antonio’s new summer league head coach might be new to most fans, Kenny Trevino is far from a newbie within the organization.
Spurs rookie Harrison Ingram on meeting Tim Duncan and acclimating to the NBA
Read full article: Spurs rookie Harrison Ingram on meeting Tim Duncan and acclimating to the NBASan Antonio rookie Harrison Ingram’s first encounter with Spurs legend and NBA Hall of Fame forward Tim Duncan was a moment he won’t soon forget.
KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses possible downtown Spurs arena, SCOTUS ruling on camping ordinances
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Ron Nirenberg discusses possible downtown Spurs arena, SCOTUS ruling on camping ordinancesSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg joined the KSAT Q&A to discuss several points that affect San Antonio.
Spurs’ recent NBA Draft selections highlight summer league roster
Read full article: Spurs’ recent NBA Draft selections highlight summer league rosterA handful of recent NBA Draft selections will play as part of the San Antonio Spurs’ 2024 Summer League team, which is slated to begin play on Saturday, July 6, according to a press release.
KSAT Sports Director Larry Ramirez goes 1-on-1 with Connecticut sportscaster John Pierson
Read full article: KSAT Sports Director Larry Ramirez goes 1-on-1 with Connecticut sportscaster John PiersonWhile in Brooklyn for the NBA Draft, KSAT Sports Director Larry Ramirez had a Q&A with WTNH Sports Director John Pierson, who covered Stephon Castle during his one season with the Connecticut Huskies.
Spurs GM Brian Wright explains decision to trade No. 8 pick, confidence in Stephon Castle in post-draft debrief
Read full article: Spurs GM Brian Wright explains decision to trade No. 8 pick, confidence in Stephon Castle in post-draft debriefSan Antonio’s first draft in the Victor Wembanyama era is officially in the books.