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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.
San Antonio Spurs are one of eight NBA teams to never have a player file for bankruptcy
Read full article: San Antonio Spurs are one of eight NBA teams to never have a player file for bankruptcyNBA players may accumulate vast amounts of wealth over their playing careers but that doesnāt make them immune to poor financial choices.
Spurs mascot The Coyote captures bat with net - to the delight of Wembanyama
Read full article: Spurs mascot The Coyote captures bat with net - to the delight of WembanyamaA bat descended on the court and delayed play after Victor Wembanyama made a 3-pointer two minutes into the San Antonio Spursā 113-112 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday night.
Spurs fans celebrate official opening of Frost Plaza at the Rock
Read full article: Spurs fans celebrate official opening of Frost Plaza at the RockThe San Antonio Spurs and Frost held a ribbon cutting and basketball skills clinic to kick off the official opening of the Frost Plaza outside the Victory Center Performance Center.
Chupacabra or The Coyote? Manu Ginobili posts video of hairless creature in his neighborhood
Read full article: Chupacabra or The Coyote? Manu Ginobili posts video of hairless creature in his neighborhoodRetired Spurs great Manu Ginobili posted a picture and video of a hairless creature that he spotted in his neighborhood.
Hall of Fame presenters announced for Gregg Popovich, Tony Parker, Becky Hammon
Read full article: Hall of Fame presenters announced for Gregg Popovich, Tony Parker, Becky HammonSpurs head coach Gregg Popovich will be presented by David Robinson, Manu Ginobili, Tim Duncan and Tony Parker during the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Ceremony.
Mayor Ron Nirenberg throws first pitch at Missionsā season opener; Nolan Ryan comments on new ownership
Read full article: Mayor Ron Nirenberg throws first pitch at Missionsā season opener; Nolan Ryan comments on new ownershipSan Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg threw out a ceremonial first pitch to San Antonio Spurs great and Hall-of-Famer David Robinson at the San Antonio Missions season opener Tuesday night at Wolff Stadium.
Manu Ginobili autographed memorabilia to be auctioned to support Spurs Youth Basketball League
Read full article: Manu Ginobili autographed memorabilia to be auctioned to support Spurs Youth Basketball LeagueSpurs Give, the nonprofit arm of Spurs Sports & Entertainment, is auctioning off autographed Manu Ginobili memorabilia as a way to help support its youth basketball league, a press release said Monday.
BEST OF 2022: Uvalde football, Manu Ginobili, San Antonio FC headline San Antonioās Top 12 sports stories of the year
Read full article: BEST OF 2022: Uvalde football, Manu Ginobili, San Antonio FC headline San Antonioās Top 12 sports stories of the yearUvalde football's incredible rally, Manu Ginobili's induction into the Hall of Fame and San Antonio FC's historic first title are three of the top 12 sports stories from an unforgettable 2022.
Spursā 50th anniversary season begins Wednesday night at home versus Hornets
Read full article: Spursā 50th anniversary season begins Wednesday night at home versus HornetsThe San Antonio Spursā 50th season will get underway on Wednesday night, when they play at home versus the Charlotte Hornets.
Manu GinĆ³bili āgratefulā to be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
Read full article: Manu GinĆ³bili āgratefulā to be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of FameManu GinĆ³bili speaks on the night before he's set to become the fourth Spurs player inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
Tim Duncan announced as presenter for Manu Ginobiliās Hall of Fame induction
Read full article: Tim Duncan announced as presenter for Manu Ginobiliās Hall of Fame inductionFormer San Antonio Spurs great Tim Duncan has been selected as the Hall of Famer who will introduce teammate Manu Ginobili during the Class of 2022ā²s enshrinement ceremony in September, the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announced on Monday.
Spurs top short-handed Blazers to strengthen play-in hopes
Read full article: Spurs top short-handed Blazers to strengthen play-in hopesKeldon Johnson scored 28 points and the San Antonio Spurs defeated the short-handed Portland Trail Blazers 113-92 on Sunday night to strengthen their bid for a play-in berth.
Manu Ginobili reportedly first-ballot induction into Hall of Fame
Read full article: Manu Ginobili reportedly first-ballot induction into Hall of FameAfter an illustrious career with the San Antonio Spurs that included four NBA championships, Manu Ginobili will join his legendary peers in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, according to multiple reports.
Larry Ramirez: Honoring Coach Popovichās history-making win with some of my favorite Pop stories
Read full article: Larry Ramirez: Honoring Coach Popovichās history-making win with some of my favorite Pop storiesIāve been here for 941 of Gregg Popovichās regular-season wins, including his 1,336th victory to pass Don Nelson for most regular-season wins in NBA history.
Spurs' Manu Ginobili heads Basketball Hall of Fame finalists
Read full article: Spurs' Manu Ginobili heads Basketball Hall of Fame finalistsManu Ginobili, a four-time NBA champion who spent his entire career with the San Antonio Spurs, headlines this yearās group of finalists for induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
BEST OF 2021: Tim Duncan, UTSA football, Kiana Williams headline San Antonioās Top 12 sports stories of the year
Read full article: BEST OF 2021: Tim Duncan, UTSA football, Kiana Williams headline San Antonioās Top 12 sports stories of the yearAfter one of the greatest years in San Antonio sports history, KSAT 12 counts down the 12 best moments and memories from 2021.
Spurs Legend Manu Ginobili, coach Becky Hammon nominated to Basketball Hall of Fame
Read full article: Spurs Legend Manu Ginobili, coach Becky Hammon nominated to Basketball Hall of FameFour-time NBA Champion Manu Ginobili is a first-time nominee for the class of 2022 of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. He is joined by two others with ties to the San Antonio Spurs organization.
Dejounteās All-Star case; Keldon says he almost wasnāt a Spur; Pop speaks out on Rep. Boebertās anti-Muslim slur
Read full article: Dejounteās All-Star case; Keldon says he almost wasnāt a Spur; Pop speaks out on Rep. Boebertās anti-Muslim slurThe Spurs are on their first winning streak of the season, coach Gregg Popovich is getting political again, and Manu Ginobili and Tim Duncan were recently brought up in a conversation with Keldon Johnson. Feels like the good old days in Spurs land! Welcome to this weekās Spurs newsletter.
Spurs media day highlights: Popovich excited with team makeup, jokes Manu returned because āwife needed him goneā; Dejounte Murray talks trade rumors, leadership
Read full article: Spurs media day highlights: Popovich excited with team makeup, jokes Manu returned because āwife needed him goneā; Dejounte Murray talks trade rumors, leadershipThe Spurs held their annual Media Day at the teamās training facility on Monday and while there are many questions surrounding the ceiling of this current team and who will take on more of a leadership role, head coach Gregg Popovich said heās thrilled with the makeup of the roster.
Latest Ben Simmons trade rumors; Portland owner wants Hammon; Austin billionaire joins Spurs investor group
Read full article: Latest Ben Simmons trade rumors; Portland owner wants Hammon; Austin billionaire joins Spurs investor groupItās been a busy week for the Spurs. They have surfaced as possible trade partners for Ben Simmons, Becky Hammon may be headed to the Pacific Northwest and there was a shakeup in the structure of the franchiseās investor group. Welcome to this weekās KSAT.com Spurs newsletter.
āI appreciate and love you allā: Top five moments from Spurs legend Tim Duncanās emotional Hall of Fame speech
Read full article: āI appreciate and love you allā: Top five moments from Spurs legend Tim Duncanās emotional Hall of Fame speechThe spotlight was on Tim Duncan for one final time, as the Spurs legend was officially enshrined in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame on Saturday evening.
McCollum, Trail Blazers escape with 107-106 win over Spurs
Read full article: McCollum, Trail Blazers escape with 107-106 win over SpursCJ McCollum scored 29 points and the Portland Trail Blazers escaped with a 107-106 victory over the San Antonio Spurs, who missed three shots on their final possession.
Spurs fans return to AT&T Center tonight; Hereās what to know before heading to the game
Read full article: Spurs fans return to AT&T Center tonight; Hereās what to know before heading to the gameSAN ANTONIO, TX - MARCH 28: Early fan prepares for game where Manu Ginobili, former San Antonio Spur will be honored after the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at AT&T Center on March 28, 2019 in San Antonio, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images)SAN ANTONIO ā Spurs fans will return to the AT&T Center on Friday night after more than a year away due to the COVID-19 pandemic. āWe are thrilled to welcome our fans back to the AT&T Center,ā said RC Buford, Spurs Sports & Entertainment CEO. Since April 2020, SS&E has made numerous changes to policies, procedures and operations within the AT&T Center. The AT&T Center is the first arena in the U.S. to have AT&T Wi-Fi 6 and 5G services.
Spurs to honor, give complimentary tickets to more than 1,000 first responders, teachers at March 4 game
Read full article: Spurs to honor, give complimentary tickets to more than 1,000 first responders, teachers at March 4 gameSAN ANTONIO, TX - MARCH 28: Early fan prepares for game where Manu Ginobili, former San Antonio Spur will be honored after the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at AT&T Center on March 28, 2019 in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that , by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images)SAN ANTONIO ā The Spurs will honor a group of San Antonioās hometown heroes when the team hosts Oklahoma City on March 4 at the AT&T Center. Spurs Sports & Entertainment announced complimentary tickets will be extended to more than 1,000 first responders, medical workers, teachers and frontline service employees. āOne of the heart-warming, unique aspects of our city is that in times of need San Antonio rallies around San Antonio ā friends help friends, neighbors help neighbors,ā said Brian Wright, Spurs general manager.
Tony Parker documentary about life in France and with Spurs now streaming on Netflix
Read full article: Tony Parker documentary about life in France and with Spurs now streaming on Netflix(AP Photo/Eric Gay)SAN ANTONIO ā The story of San Antonio Spurs legend Tony Parker is now officially streaming on Netflix. But there is also footage from Parkerās final season in San Antonio and the injury that almost ended his career in the 2017 playoffs. It was produced by a French film crew and directed by French filmmaker Florent Bodin. āThis film examines the background and career of Tony Parker, whose determination led him to become arguably the greatest French basketball player,ā Netflix said about the documentary. Parker also has an autobiography released in November called āTony Parker: Beyond All of My Dreams.āHe is arguably the greatest French basketball player of all-time ā now, meet the man behind the legacy.
Spurs will continue playing without fans in stands as COVID-19 trends worsen in San Antonio
Read full article: Spurs will continue playing without fans in stands as COVID-19 trends worsen in San AntonioSAN ANTONIO, TX - MARCH 28: Early fan prepares for game where Manu Ginobili, former San Antonio Spur will be honored after the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at AT&T Center on March 28, 2019 in San Antonio, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images)SAN ANTONIO ā As COVID-19 continues to spread at concerning levels, the San Antonio Spurs will hold off on allowing fans at the AT&T Center, the team announced in a news release on Monday. The current COVID-19 trends are similar to the summer surge in San Antonio when reopening phases had to be paused due to the virusā spread across the state of Texas. Despite dealing with a similar surge in Houston, the Rockets are allowing fans into the Toyota Center on a limited basis. The Spurs news release did not reveal when the team planned to starts allowing fans back in the stadium.
Net gains: High hopes in Brooklyn with Durant, Irving ready
Read full article: Net gains: High hopes in Brooklyn with Durant, Irving readyNEW YORK ā Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving sent expectations soaring when they decided to come to Brooklyn. And that includes 7-11, so get to know us,ā Irving said, referring to their uniform numbers. He sat out all last season, while Irving ended up limited to only 20 games because of a shoulder injury. In just 9 1/2 minutes, Durant and Irving outscored the Washington Wizards by themselves, combining for 23 points on 8-of-9 shooting. Durant, Irving and Nash have all downplayed the talk.
25 influential Latinos in San Antonio
Read full article: 25 influential Latinos in San AntonioSAN ANTONIO ā San Antonio, a majority Hispanic city, has the fourth-largest Latino population in the United States. From chefs and political stars to entertainers, athletes and personalities bigger than the North Star Mall boots, hereās a look at 25 influential Latinos in San Antonio, in no particular order. Marina Gonzales: The former CEO of Child Advocates San Antonio is now the new president and CEO of the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Her resume also includes serving as the Chief of Allergy, Immunology and Rheumatology Division at the Childrenās Hospital of San Antonio and now is the 2020 Chairwoman for the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Erika Prosper Nirenberg: Currently the first lady of San Antonio, Nirenberg has blazed her own path here in San Antonio and is influential to many.
AP WAS THERE: 2004 Athens Olympics
Read full article: AP WAS THERE: 2004 Athens OlympicsThis story was transmitted in 2004 from the Athens Olympics. ___Bronze is the best the American mens basketball team can do, and the reason is simple: They were beaten by a better team, Argentina. NBA commissioner David Stern attended the third loss of the Athens Games for the Americans, who entered the tournament with a 109-2 record in prior Olympics. The Americans shot just 36 percent in the first half and didnt hit their first 3-pointer missing their first five until LeBron James made one 30 seconds before halftime. Argentina shot 54 percent overall and 11-for-22 from 3-point range, while the Americans finished just 32-for-77 (42 percent) and 3-for-11 on 3s.
Manu Ginobili returns to world-renowned bat cave just outside San Antonio
Read full article: Manu Ginobili returns to world-renowned bat cave just outside San AntonioSAN ANTONIO Spurs legend Manu Ginobili paid a return visit to Bracken Cave, and he posted about it on Twitter. The cave is home to the worlds largest bat colony and is located just 20 minutes outside the city of San Antonio. Every June, the Mexican free-tailed bats at Bracken Cave give birth to one pup each, bringing the total population up to about 20 million bats. The former-Spur, who retired in 2018, swatted a bat out of mid-air during an NBA game in 2009. We recently visited again Bracken Cave, the largest bat colony in the world, only 20 miles from SA.
Tim, Manu, bats return: 9 best moments from Tony Parker jersey retirement ceremony
Read full article: Tim, Manu, bats return: 9 best moments from Tony Parker jersey retirement ceremonyParkerās jersey was raised to the AT&T Center rafters and placed alongside his longtime teammates and fellow champions, Tim Duncan and Manu Ginobili. Manu Ginobili might be retired, but he's still ready to smack some bats at Tony Parker's jersey retirement š pic.twitter.com/Oh3csArKjJ ā ClutchPoints (@ClutchPointsApp) November 12, 20198. #MerciTony pic.twitter.com/xYummOYYsv ā San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) November 12, 20197. - @theborisdiaw š«š·#MerciTony pic.twitter.com/G6DMgPt3WC ā San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) November 12, 20196. #MerciTony pic.twitter.com/DNqrnZLRew ā San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) November 12, 20191.
Spurs look to stay unbeaten at home against Jazz
Read full article: Spurs look to stay unbeaten at home against JazzSAN ANTONIO ā The San Antonio Spurs will be looking to extend their home winning streak to 13 games when they host the Utah Jazz tonight in the AT&T Center. The Jazz are two games under .500 (10-12), but the Spurs are expecting a tough game, their first meeting with the Jazz this season. "If you say 'Jazz', they are going to play hard it is going to be physical," Ginobili said. "We are going to need to be on our 'A' game tonight, they are obviously very physical, very young," said Patty Mills. If the Spurs can pull off a victory tonight, Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich will pass Rick Adelman for eighth on the all time NBA wins list.