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Open Thread: So old footage of the Spurs triggers nostalgia

BOSTON - 1982: George Gervin #44 of the San Antonio Spurs looks on against the Boston Celtics during a game played in 1982 at the Boston Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1982 NBAE (Photo by Dick Raphael/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Yesterday, we poste...

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  • Primary article: Open Thread: So old footage of the Spurs triggers nostalgia · Pounding the Rock

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    BOSTON - 1982: George Gervin #44 of the San Antonio Spurs looks on against the Boston Celtics during a game played in 1982 at the Boston Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1982 NBAE (Photo by Dick Raphael/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images Yesterday, we poste...

NBA Notes: Mavericks, Cooper Flagg, Thunder, Cason Wallace, Spurs

Mavericks The Mavericks have Cooper Flagg. Apparently, that alone was not enough to convince ESPN that their immediate future belongs among the NBA’s brightest. ESPN ranked Dallas 17th in its projection of each team’s next three seasons, as Austin Veazey of NBA on SI detailed. “The Mavericks rank near the middle of the pack in […] The post NBA Notes: Mavericks, Cooper Flagg, Thunder, Cason Wallace, Spurs appeared first on Hoops Wire.

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  • Primary article: NBA Notes: Mavericks, Cooper Flagg, Thunder, Cason Wallace, Spurs · HoopsWire

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    Mavericks The Mavericks have Cooper Flagg. Apparently, that alone was not enough to convince ESPN that their immediate future belongs among the NBA’s brightest. ESPN ranked Dallas 17th in its projection of each team’s next three seasons, as Austin Veazey of NBA on SI detailed. “The Mavericks rank near the middle of the pack in […] The post NBA Notes: Mavericks, Cooper Flagg, Thunder, Cason Wallace, Spurs appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Sources: Suns add center depth with free agent Duop Reath

The Phoenix Suns, looking for depth in the wake of Mark Williams' injury, are signing center Duop Reath to a deal, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

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  • Primary article: Sources: Suns add center depth with free agent Duop Reath · ESPN NBA

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    The Phoenix Suns, looking for depth in the wake of Mark Williams' injury, are signing center Duop Reath to a deal, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

  • Duop Reath To Sign With Suns · Hoops Rumors

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    The Suns are signing free agent center Duop Reath to a one-year deal, Shams Charania reports for ESPN (via Twitter). The third-year center saw his minutes decrease each year with the Trail Blazers, but proved himself to be a reliable stretch big. With Mark Williams set to miss extended time following shoulder surgery, Reath will […]

  • Phoenix Suns reportedly agree to sign center Duop Reath to one-year deal · Yahoo Sports NBA

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    With Mark Williams out for the first part of the season due to shoulder surgery, Reath adds depth.

  • Suns sign Duop Reath - TalkBasket.net · TalkBasket.net

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    The Phoenix Suns are signing center Duop Reath, according to Shams Charania, adding frontcourt depth after Mark Williams was ruled out for several months with a shoulder injury. Reath spent the past three seasons with the Portland Trail Blazers after beginning his professional career overseas and in the G League. The 30-year-old center appeared in […] The post Suns sign Duop Reath appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

  • Suns sign Duop Reath to one-year deal as Mark Williams recovers · HoopsWire

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    The Suns have added another center while Mark Williams works his way back from shoulder surgery. Phoenix agreed to a one-year contract with free agent Duop Reath, Shams Charania of ESPN reported. John Gambadoro of 98.7 FM Phoenix reported that it is a veteran-minimum deal and that Reath had multiple offers. Reath, 30, spent his […] The post Suns sign Duop Reath to one-year deal as Mark Williams recovers appeared first on Hoops Wire.

Spurs Fans Named NBA’s Most Optimistic Entering 2026-27

A new study has identified San Antonio Spurs supporters as the NBA’s most optimistic fanbase entering the 2026-27 season. Casino.ca surveyed 5,000 fans across all 30 teams, combining their responses into a weighted Hope Index. San Antonio led the league with 98 out of 100, three points ahead of the New York Knicks. That belief […] The post Spurs fans named NBA’s most optimistic entering 2026-27 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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  • Primary article: Spurs Fans Named NBA’s Most Optimistic Entering 2026-27 · ClutchPoints

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    A new study has identified San Antonio Spurs supporters as the NBA’s most optimistic fanbase entering the 2026-27 season. Casino.ca surveyed 5,000 fans across all 30 teams, combining their responses into a weighted Hope Index. San Antonio led the league with 98 out of 100, three points ahead of the New York Knicks. That belief […] The post Spurs fans named NBA’s most optimistic entering 2026-27 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs Villain Tournament: The Final!

The Golden State Warriors' Zaza Pachulia (27) reacts after he was called a foul against him on San Antonio Spurs' Kawhi Leonard in the third quarter of Game 1 of the NBA Western Conference Finals at Oracle Arena in Oakland, Calif., on Sunday, May 14, 2017. (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group) (Photo by RAY CHAVEZ/MediaNews Group/Bay Area News via Getty Images) | MediaNews Group via Getty Images In the strangest Family Feud episode ever, Uncle Dennis has usurped his nephew as the biggest Spurs vil...

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  • Primary article: Spurs Villain Tournament: The Final! · Pounding the Rock

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    The Golden State Warriors' Zaza Pachulia (27) reacts after he was called a foul against him on San Antonio Spurs' Kawhi Leonard in the third quarter of Game 1 of the NBA Western Conference Finals at Oracle Arena in Oakland, Calif., on Sunday, May 14, 2017. (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group) (Photo by RAY CHAVEZ/MediaNews Group/Bay Area News via Getty Images) | MediaNews Group via Getty Images In the strangest Family Feud episode ever, Uncle Dennis has usurped his nephew as the biggest Spurs vil...

  • Spurs Villain Tournament: The Final! · Yahoo Sports NBA

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    Which Kawhi-related villain will take the crown?

Lakers ranked 13th in ESPN’s three-year NBA outlook - TalkBasket.net

The Los Angeles Lakers did not make ESPN’s top 10 teams with the best futures over the next three seasons, ranking 13th in the outlet’s 2026-27 outlook. The Lakers were placed behind the Oklahoma City Thunder, San Antonio Spurs, Boston Celtics, Houston Rockets, New York Knicks, Detroit Pistons, Charlotte Hornets, Philadelphia 76ers, Atlanta Hawks and […] The post Lakers ranked 13th in ESPN’s three-year NBA outlook appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

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  • Primary article: Lakers ranked 13th in ESPN’s three-year NBA outlook - TalkBasket.net · TalkBasket.net

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    The Los Angeles Lakers did not make ESPN’s top 10 teams with the best futures over the next three seasons, ranking 13th in the outlet’s 2026-27 outlook. The Lakers were placed behind the Oklahoma City Thunder, San Antonio Spurs, Boston Celtics, Houston Rockets, New York Knicks, Detroit Pistons, Charlotte Hornets, Philadelphia 76ers, Atlanta Hawks and […] The post Lakers ranked 13th in ESPN’s three-year NBA outlook appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

Toppling the Spurs is the hurdle the Thunder must clear to win a championship

After the San Antonio Spurs owned them all season long, the Oklahoma City Thunder must slay the beast to win a championship.

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Raptors' Darko Rajakovic reveals forgotten Kawhi Leonard NBA origin story

After the Toronto Raptors finalized their trade for Kawhi Leonard, head coach Darko Rajakovic revealed a story that the seven-time All-Star had never heard before. Upon Leonard’s arrival, Rajakovic caught up with Kawhi in Toronto, where the two reconnected from their days with the San Antonio Spurs. Rajakovic, who was an NBA scout ahead of […] The post Raptors’ Darko Rajakovic reveals forgotten Kawhi Leonard NBA origin story appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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  • Primary article: Raptors' Darko Rajakovic reveals forgotten Kawhi Leonard NBA origin story · ClutchPoints

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    After the Toronto Raptors finalized their trade for Kawhi Leonard, head coach Darko Rajakovic revealed a story that the seven-time All-Star had never heard before. Upon Leonard’s arrival, Rajakovic caught up with Kawhi in Toronto, where the two reconnected from their days with the San Antonio Spurs. Rajakovic, who was an NBA scout ahead of […] The post Raptors’ Darko Rajakovic reveals forgotten Kawhi Leonard NBA origin story appeared first on ClutchPoints.

  • Raptors HC Reveals His Role In Spurs Acquiring Kawhi Leonard On Draft Night · Fadeaway World

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    Although Kawhi Leonard was famously traded to the Spurs on draft night, Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic revealed being part of this landmark deal.

Wemby Reveals How Much Weight He's Gained Since Being Picked By Spurs No. 1 in 2023 NBA Draft

Victor Wembanyama has a naturally slim frame, but he's been bulking up as a professional basketball player.

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Stephen A. Smith declares Victor Wembanyama has dethroned LeBron James as face of NBA

Going into this season, Victor Wembanyama is looking to take things further. He comes off winning NBA Defensive Player of the Year and leading the San Antonio Spurs to the NBA Finals. Beyond that, he received an honor from the ever-talkative Stephen A. Smith. Smith said to VT Gen Z that Wembanyama is poised to […] The post Stephen A. Smith declares Victor Wembanyama has dethroned LeBron James as face of NBA appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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  • Primary article: Stephen A. Smith declares Victor Wembanyama has dethroned LeBron James as face of NBA · ClutchPoints

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    Going into this season, Victor Wembanyama is looking to take things further. He comes off winning NBA Defensive Player of the Year and leading the San Antonio Spurs to the NBA Finals. Beyond that, he received an honor from the ever-talkative Stephen A. Smith. Smith said to VT Gen Z that Wembanyama is poised to […] The post Stephen A. Smith declares Victor Wembanyama has dethroned LeBron James as face of NBA appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Running Down Deni Avdija’s Scary Contract Situation with the Blazers

PORTLAND, OREGON - APRIL 24: Deni Avdija #8 of the Portland Trail Blazers reacts during the first half of Game Three of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs against the San Antonio Spurs at Moda Center on April 24, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. 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 Soobum Im/Getty Images) | Getty Images Blazer fan...

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    PORTLAND, OREGON - APRIL 24: Deni Avdija #8 of the Portland Trail Blazers reacts during the first half of Game Three of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs against the San Antonio Spurs at Moda Center on April 24, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. 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 Soobum Im/Getty Images) | Getty Images Blazer fan...

Kawhi Leonard's Return To Raptors Considered 'Legacy Play'

Kawhi Leonard chose the Toronto Raptors for his trade out of the Los Angeles Clippers with his eye on building the legacy of his career back where he previously won a championship in 2019. Leonard also reportedly had interest in the San Antonio Spurs, which would have similarly been a return engagement. Leonard also received trade interest from the Detroit Pistons and Minnesota Timberwolves, but he directed his efforts to the Raptors. "This is a complete legacy play for Kawhi," said Shams Cha...

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  • Primary article: Kawhi Leonard's Return To Raptors Considered 'Legacy Play' · RealGM

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    Kawhi Leonard chose the Toronto Raptors for his trade out of the Los Angeles Clippers with his eye on building the legacy of his career back where he previously won a championship in 2019. Leonard also reportedly had interest in the San Antonio Spurs, which would have similarly been a return engagement. Leonard also received trade interest from the Detroit Pistons and Minnesota Timberwolves, but he directed his efforts to the Raptors. "This is a complete legacy play for Kawhi," said Shams Cha...

  • Kawhi Leonard chose Raptors despite multiple offers - TalkBasket.net · TalkBasket.net

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    Kawhi Leonard reportedly had opportunities to continue his career with other teams before deciding that a return to Toronto was the right move for him. According to Shams Charania, the Detroit Pistons and Minnesota Timberwolves were among the teams interested in acquiring Leonard. Both were also prepared to discuss a contract extension with the veteran […] The post Kawhi Leonard chose Raptors despite multiple offers appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

  • NBA rumors: Kawhi Leonard spurned Timberwolves, Pistons’ trade advances before Raptors blockbuster · ClutchPoints

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    Kawhi Leonard is back in a familiar place as he will enter his second stint with the Toronto Raptors. Leonard wants to put all the summer brouhaha behind him and focus on giving the Raptors their second title. Leonard’s return to Toronto will be made official in the coming days. His move hit a major […] The post NBA rumors: Kawhi Leonard spurned Timberwolves, Pistons’ trade advances before Raptors blockbuster appeared first on ClutchPoints.

  • Kawhi Leonard Rejected Pistons And Timberwolves To Rejoin Raptors · Fadeaway World

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    Raptors and Timberwolves tried to land Kawhi Leonard this summer, but he rejected both in favor of the Raptors.

The Spurs’ biggest weakness was their half-court offense. How can they improve it?

What do you think the Spurs think is their biggest weakness to overcome and put behind them? I don’t think they care or have decided who gets minutes and who starts or doesn’t, but they must have something they looked at from last year and said, “This is our main goal. We must be better here.” What is that? Why? — Dylan M. I think the Spurs’ roster decisions and points of emphasis this summer serve the bigger goal of improving as a half-court offense. The droughts they went through in the las...

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  • Primary article: The Spurs’ biggest weakness was their half-court offense. How can they improve it? · Reddit r/NBASpurs

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    What do you think the Spurs think is their biggest weakness to overcome and put behind them? I don’t think they care or have decided who gets minutes and who starts or doesn’t, but they must have something they looked at from last year and said, “This is our main goal. We must be better here.” What is that? Why? — Dylan M. I think the Spurs’ roster decisions and points of emphasis this summer serve the bigger goal of improving as a half-court offense. The droughts they went through in the las...

NBA Future Power Rankings: Three-year outlooks for all 30 teams

How does your team look in 2026-27? What about in 2029? NBA insiders unveil the latest rankings, based on five key metrics.

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J. Cole Makes Bold Victor Wembanyama, Spurs Dynasty Prediction

J. Cole gave San Antonio fans more than a sold-out concert Sunday night. He also delivered a memorable salute to the city, its championship basketball history, and the superstar positioned to lead the Spurs into their next era, per MYSA. The artist brought his global Fall-Off tour to Frost Bank Center, packing the approximately 19,000-seat […] The post J. Cole makes bold Victor Wembanyama, Spurs dynasty prediction appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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  • Primary article: J. Cole Makes Bold Victor Wembanyama, Spurs Dynasty Prediction · ClutchPoints

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    J. Cole gave San Antonio fans more than a sold-out concert Sunday night. He also delivered a memorable salute to the city, its championship basketball history, and the superstar positioned to lead the Spurs into their next era, per MYSA. The artist brought his global Fall-Off tour to Frost Bank Center, packing the approximately 19,000-seat […] The post J. Cole makes bold Victor Wembanyama, Spurs dynasty prediction appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Predicting the impact of San Antonio’s rookies

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 15: Tarris Reed Jr. #10 of the San Antonio Spurs blocks the shot of Matt Cleveland #99 of the Utah Jazz during the game on July 15, 2026 at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Mike Kirschbaum/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via...

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  • Primary article: Predicting the impact of San Antonio’s rookies · Pounding the Rock

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    LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 15: Tarris Reed Jr. #10 of the San Antonio Spurs blocks the shot of Matt Cleveland #99 of the Utah Jazz during the game on July 15, 2026 at the Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Mike Kirschbaum/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via...

How Close is Toumani Camara to His Ceiling?

SAN ANTONIO, TX - APRIL 28: Toumani Camara #33 of the Portland Trail Blazers handles the ball during the game against the San Antonio Spurs during Round One Game Five of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 28, 2026 at the Frost Bank Center 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (...

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  • Primary article: How Close is Toumani Camara to His Ceiling? · Blazers Edge

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    SAN ANTONIO, TX - APRIL 28: Toumani Camara #33 of the Portland Trail Blazers handles the ball during the game against the San Antonio Spurs during Round One Game Five of the 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 28, 2026 at the Frost Bank Center 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (...