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What channel is Thunder vs. Spurs on tonight?

Here is a complete guide to watching Thunder vs. Spurs, including the start time, TV schedule and live stream information for the Wednesday night NBA game.

Jared Greenspan

Where voters stand in Wemby vs. Chet Rookie of the Year debate

Chet and Wemby are both having incredible rookie years. Who do the various media voters have as the favorite to win the ROTY award at the midpoint of the season?

Stephen Noh

What channel is 76ers vs. Spurs on tonight?

Joel Embiid and the 76ers are looking to extend their winning streak to six games when they host struggling San Antonio on Monday. Here's how to watch.

Todd Karpovich

How Victor Wembanyama escapes pressure of being NBA's next superstar

Victor Wembanyama on his love of Brandon Sanderson's books, and Brandon Sanderson on why that shouldn't be a big deal.

Stephen Noh

What channel is Hawks vs. Spurs on today?

Victor Wembanyama heads to the ATL for his first holiday national TV game, here's everything you need to know about the matchup and how to watch it.

Carlan Gay

What channel is Spurs vs. Hornets on tonight?

Here is everything you need to know about the Spurs vs. Hornets, including television and streaming options.

Ryan Taylor

Why you shouldn't be surprised by Wemby's triple-double

On top of being a great scorer and defender, Victor Wembanyama's passing has taken off since moving to the center position. Here is why he's so effective as a distributor.

Stephen Noh

Antetokounmpo, Wembanyama turn in instant classic in first head-to-head

If the first meeting was any indicator, the sky is the limit for each future head-to-head between these one-of-a-kind talents.

Gilbert McGregor

Victor Wembanyama's DPOY potential in two blocks

Two of the blocks Victor Wembanyama recorded against the Grizzlies tell you everything you need to know about how unique of a defender he is.

Scott Rafferty

What channel is Bucks vs. Spurs on tonight? Time, TV schedule, live stream for Thursday NBA game

Here's everything you need to know about Thursday's Bucks-Spurs game, including television and streaming options.

Ryan Taylor

Victor Wembanyama adds to highlight reel with one-legged 30 footer

Is there anything that Victor Wembanyama can't do?

Gilbert McGregor

This odd decision could cost Wemby the Rookie of the Year award

Victor Wembanyama has been the best rookie in his class when he's been on the court with a real point guard. Here's how much his numbers improve.

Stephen Noh

Explaining the unexpected beef between LeBron James and Jeremy Sochan

Here's how in-game trash talk has led to a beef that's largely consisted of internet trolling between Jeremy Sochan and fans of LeBron James.

Gilbert McGregor

What channel is Lakers vs. Spurs on tonight?

Here is a complete guide to watching Lakers vs. Spurs, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Jared Greenspan

The secret to Victor Wembanyama reaching his full potential

The Spurs have changed things up by moving Victor Wembanyama from power forward to center. The results? San Antonio's rookie looks like even more of a cheat code.

Stephen Noh

The latest on Victor Wembanyama's hip injury

How long will the Spurs be without Victor Wembanyama? Here's everything we know about his injury.

Scott Rafferty

The good, the bad and the ugly from Victor Wembanyama so far

With almost a month of his rookie season in the books, is Victor Wembanyama living up to the hype?

Scott Rafferty

Victor Wembanyama vs. Chet Holmgren can be NBA's next great rivalry

Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren are two of the most exciting young big men in the game. They've already faced off a number of times. Here's the history behind their rivalry.

Stephen Noh

NBA analysts, announcers continue to mispronounce Wembanyama

Less than a month into his first NBA season, a number of announcers have not taken heed to the pronunciation guide, making for some interesting results.

Gilbert McGregor

These photos put Wemby's incredible height into perspective

Here are some of the best photos of Victor Wembanyama making other NBA players look small.

Scott Rafferty

How Victor Wembanyama could stack up with impressive MSG debuts

Ahead of Wembanyama's first game at Madison Square Garden, revisit some of the most impressive MSG debuts from some of the game's most notable stars — and a rising star.

Gilbert McGregor

How to watch Victor Wembanyama today: Spurs vs Knicks time, TV channel, live stream for 2023 NBA game

Here is everything you need to know about Spurs vs Knicks, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Jordan Greer

Kevin Durant offers high praise for Victor Wembanyama: 'He's gonna be a problem'

"He's different, man," Durant said of Wembanyama. "He's long, athletic, mobile. He can shoot it. He's got skills. He's tough."

Jordan Greer

This Victor Wembanyama play is impossible to guard

Let's take a closer look at the play San Antonio ran against Phoenix that set Wembanyama up for success.

Scott Rafferty

Wembanyama joins legendary company with highlight-filled performance vs Suns

In Thursday night's 132-121 win over the Suns, Victor Wembanyama was the star of the show, pouring in 38 points, with no shortage of highlight-reel plays.

Benyam Kidane

What time is Suns vs Spurs tonight?

Here is everything you need to know about Suns vs Spurs, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Jordan Greer

Wembanyama reveals biggest lesson learned from facing KD

Victor Wembanyama learned an important lesson in his first matchup against Kevin Durant.

Scott Rafferty

Wembanyama, Spurs complete epic comeback on the road

Victor Wembanyama and Kevin Durant faced off for the first time on Tuesday as the Spurs overcame a 20-point deficit to secure their second win of the season.

Benyam Kidane

How to watch Victor Wembanyama vs Kevin Durant clash today

Here is everything you need to know about Spurs vs Suns, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Jordan Greer

Victor Wembanyama's mind-bending potential in one play

Wembanyama had his worst game yet in Sunday's loss to the Clippers, but he still put together a number of impressive plays, including one where he put his two-way potential on full display.

Scott Rafferty

Victor Wembanyama provides plenty of highlights in thrilling Spurs vs Rockets game

In Friday night's game between the Spurs and Rockets, Victor Wembanyama provided the San Antonio crowd with more highlights than your typical rookie can deliver over the course of an entire season.

Jordan Greer

Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama struggles with foul trouble in debut game

The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Spurs vs Mavericks. Check out all of the action you may have missed right here.

Jordan Greer

How well did Victor Wembanyama play in his NBA debut?

On Wednesday, all eyes were on the Frost Bank Center for the beginning of the Victor Wembanyama era in San Antonio.

Gilbert McGregor

Victor Wembanyama measurements: Height, wingspan and more

Victor Wembanyama is built like the ultimate create-a-player in "NBA 2K" and often makes his opponents look like high schoolers.

Jordan Greer

How Wembanyama's salary compares to NBA's highest-paid centers

Being the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft comes with a lot of perks, including a contract that exceeds $50 million.

Scott Rafferty

What time is Victor Wembanyama playing tonight?

Here is everything you need to know about Victor Wembanyama's debut, including TV and streaming options.

Scott Rafferty

LaMarcus Aldridge explains blueprint for Wembanyama's success

LaMarcus Aldridge sat down with The Sporting News, discussing his interest in mentoring Victor Wembanyama and what the French phenom needs to do to hit the ground running in his rookie season.

Benyam Kidane

What are reasonable expectations for Victor Wembanyama in his rookie year?

After being taken with the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, Victor Wembanyama is expected to dominate from Day 1. But given how rookies generally perform and how he has looked thus far in other leagues, how realistic are those expectations?

Stephen Noh

Where to watch Victor Wembanyama's next preseason game

Here is everything you need to know about Heat vs Spurs, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Jordan Greer

Best plays, highlights from Holmgren vs. Wembanyama

The two rookies put on a show in their first preseason outing — a taste of what's to come from the next generation of great NBA big men.

Benyam Kidane

How to watch Victor Wembanyama's preseason debut vs. Thunder

After fans got a first look at Victor Wembanyama during Summer League action in Las Vegas, San Antonio's No. 1 overall pick is set to make his preseason debut

Gilbert McGregor

Assessing Victor Wembanyama's unique fantasy value

Victor Wembanyama is the most hyped NBA prospect since LeBron James or Zion Williamson, but what will his immediate impact look like at the next level?

Kyle Irving

Why Victor Wembanyama isn't playing at the 2023 FIBA World Cup

Wembanyama wants to prioritize protecting his body and preparing for his rookie season.

Jordan Greer

Don't sleep on Tony Parker's greatness

Don't sleep on Tony Parker's greatness. The Hall of Fame point guard was one of the toughest and most unconventional point guards of his generation.

Scott Rafferty

Revisiting Tony Parker's history in the NBA Finals

Here's everything you need to know about Parker and the Spurs on the NBA's biggest stage, including the number of times Parker helped lead the team to a championship.

Gilbert McGregor

Victor Wembanyama becomes highest-rated rookie in NBA 2K history

NBA 2K has begun to reveal its ratings for NBA 2K24, and Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama has made history.

Kyle Irving

Why Victor Wembanyama adding a skyhook would be a cheat code

Victor Wembanyama hopes that the skyhook can someday be a "weapon" for him.

Scott Rafferty

Why Wembanyama isn't playing vs. Wizards in Summer League

Wembanyama averaged 18.0 points, 10.0 rebounds and 4.0 blocks over two Summer League games.

Scott Rafferty

Is Victor Wembanyama playing vs. Wizards tonight?

Here's the latest on Victor Wembanyama's status for Tuesday's matchup with the Wizards.

Scott Rafferty

Tracking Victor Wembanyama's performance at Summer League

The Sporting News is tracking all of Victor Wembanyama's Summer League performances.

Scott Rafferty

Victor Wembanyama bounces back strong in second Summer League game

Victor Wembanyama bounced back in a big way after a disappointing Summer League debut, going off for 27 points and 12 rebounds.

Kyle Irving

Wembanyama shows off offensive arsenal vs. Trail Blazers

In his second Summer League game, Victor Wembanyama turned in an impressive performance, going off for 27 points and 12 rebounds.

Benyam Kidane

What channel is Victor Wembanyama on tonight?

Here is everything you need to know about Spurs vs. Trail Blazers, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Jordan Greer

What time is Victor Wembanyama playing tonight?

Here is everything you need to know about Spurs vs. Trail Blazers, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Jordan Greer

Is Victor Wembanyama playing vs. Trail Blazers tonight?

Will Wembanyama be available for Sunday's game? Here's the latest on his status.

Scott Rafferty

Victor Wembanyama shines as defender, passer in Summer League debut

The Sporting News tracked scoring updates and highlights from Wembanyama's Summer League debut.

Gilbert McGregor

Kai Jones posterizes Victor Wembanyama in Summer League debut

Jones' dunk was one of the biggest highlights of Wembanyama's first game with the Spurs.

Jacob Camenker

Breaking down Victor Wembanyama's Summer League debut

Victor Wembanyama's Summer League debut was in front of a sold-out Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, but did the No. 1 overall pick live up to the hype?

Kyle Irving

When do the Spurs play in NBA Summer League 2023?

Here's everything you need to know as the Spurs compete in the 2023 NBA Summer League.

Sam Jarden

Meet San Antonio's second-year guard with major potential

With No. 1 overall pick Victor Wembanyama as the centerpiece, the Spurs are building quite the future.

Gilbert McGregor

Meet Victor Wembanyama's Spurs teammate who has torn up Summer League

When you're tuning in to watch Victor Wembanyama's Spurs debut at Las Vegas Summer League, you may notice his teammate, Julian Champagnie, who tore up the California Class Summer League earlier this week.

Kyle Irving

No charges in Victor Wembanyama-Britney Spears slap incident, police say

Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama told reporters what he knows about the bizarre interaction between his security guard and pop star Britney Spears.

Dan Treacy

Britney Spears slapped by Victor Wembanyama's security, report says

Spears reportedly approached Wembanyama from behind, prompting the Spurs' head of security to "backhand" her in the face.

Zac Al-Khateeb

What channel is Victor Wembanyama playing on tonight?

Here's everything you need to know to tune into Victor Wembanyama's Summer League debut.

Scott Rafferty

What time is Victor Wembanyama playing in Summer League tonight?

The Sporting News has all the information you need to know to watch Victor Wembanyama's Summer League debut.

Scott Rafferty

Five must-see matchups at 2023 NBA Summer League in Las Vegas

The Las Vegas Summer League always gives us our first chance to watch rookies suit up with their new teams. What are the must-see matchups at this year's showcase?

Kyle Irving

Is Victor Wembanyama playing tonight vs. Hornets?

Could Wembanyama make his debut on Friday night against the Hornets? Here are the latest updates on his status.

Jordan Greer

Victor Wembanyama's Summer League debut draws monster ticket prices

Victor Wembanyama is set to make his highly anticipated Summer League debut in Las Vegas on Friday, July 7.

Benyam Kidane

Is Victor Wembanyama playing in NBA Summer League?

How many minutes will the 19-year-old log before San Antonio shuts him down? Here are the latest updates on Wembanyama's status for Summer League.

Jordan Greer

Why Wembanyama isn't playing in California Classic Summer League

Wembanyama will play for the Spurs in Summer League, but he won't be available for all of it.

Scott Rafferty

Full rosters for each team at the 2023 California Classic

The Sporting News has you covered with the full rosters for each of the six teams participating in the 2023 California Classic.

Gilbert McGregor

Teams with best shot at landing both Bronny and LeBron James in 2024

LeBron James has said that he wants to play with his son Bronny, who will likely be drafted somewhere in the 2024 lottery. Here are the teams with the best chance at having a pick in that range.

Stephen Noh

What is the Spurs mascot? The Coyote steals show at San Antonio's NBA Draft watch party

NBA fans were both intrigued and terrified by The Coyote, with its menacing eyes and lack of pants.

Jacob Camenker

Breaking down Victor Wembanyama's injury history

The French phenom has dealt with his fair share of injuries in recent years, but it shouldn't stop him from going No. 1 overall in the draft.

Sam Jarden

Victor Wembanyama faces astronomical expectations with Spurs

Victor Wembanyama is the future in San Antonio, but he faces astronomical expectations set by his predecessors, David Robinson and Tim Duncan.

Kyle Irving

All-time NBA Draft: Would you take Wembanyama over LeBron?

How does 2023 Victor Wembanyama compare to 2003 LeBron James or 1992 Shaquille O'Neal? Where would the French phenom go in an all-time NBA Draft?

Gilbert McGregor

Rookie diary: Jeremy Sochan talks offseason, playoffs, draft & more (Part III)

Fresh off of earning a selection to the NBA’s All-Rookie team, Jeremy Sochan dishes on his offseason plans, what he’s learned from watching the playoffs and how he plans to work on his game.

Jeremy Sochan

Victor Wembanyama set to become latest French star in San Antonio

As the presumptive No. 1 overall pick, Wembanyama will continue a tradition of French stars suiting up for the Spurs.

Sam Jarden

Why Spurs are ready for speedy rebuild with Victor Wembanyama

The Spurs are positioned to maximize Wembanyama's talent better than any lottery team, and he can bring the franchise back to relevance after a rough stretch.

Jordan Greer

Trail Blazers, Wizards among teams that narrowly missed on Victor Wembanyama sweepstakes

Portland and Washington just needed one more ping-pong ball to fall their way.

Jacob Camenker

Social media reacts as Spurs land top pick of NBA Draft lottery

The general consensus on social media was, "he can't keep getting away with it."

Zac Al-Khateeb

France's Victor Wembanyama excited San Antonio won lottery: 'Whole country wanted Spurs to have first pick'

The Spurs have officially won the 2023 NBA Draft Lottery and Victor Wembanyama sweepstakes.

Kyle Irving

Jeremy Sochan diary: Rookie reflections, March Madness & Polish heritage (Part II)

As part of a four-part series, Spurs rookie standout Jeremy Sochan will check in to share his thoughts and experiences exclusively with The Sporting News.

Jeremy Sochan

In His Own Words: Jeremy Sochan's hair, flair and rookie rise (Part I)

As part of a four-part series, Spurs rookie standout Jeremy Sochan will check in to share his thoughts and experiences exclusively with The Sporting News.

Jeremy Sochan

Four takeaways from Rui Hachimura's debut with Lakers

It's only been one game, but the returns are already looking promising on Hachimura fitting better with the Lakers than he ever did on the Wizards.

Stephen Noh

Is Rui Hachimura playing tonight vs. Spurs?

Here is everything you need to know about Lakers vs. Spurs, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Jordan Greer

Warriors dominate Alamodome game in front of record-breaking crowd

The Sporting News tracked live scoring updates from Warriors vs. Spurs on Friday. Check out all of the action you may have missed right here.

Jordan Greer

Is Stephen Curry playing tonight?

Here is everything you need to know about Warriors vs. Spurs, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Jordan Greer

Jeremy Sochan's one-handed free throw, explained

Jeremy Sochan and the Spurs are playing the long game, and the early returns are encouraging.

Scott Rafferty

Why are Warriors, Spurs playing in Alamodome?

For the first time since the 2002 Western Conference Semifinals, San Antonio will play a game inside of the Alamodome.

Jordan Greer

Warriors vs. Spurs at Alamodome can make NBA history

Take a closer look at San Antonio's pursuit of history as well as a historical look back at some of the most-attended regular season games in NBA history.

Gilbert McGregor

Morant signs jersey and sneakers for Grizzlies fan who had her signed ball stolen

Ja Morant put a smile on young Grizzlies fan Ellie Hughes' face after her autographed basketball was stolen at Monday night's game at FedEx Forum.

Benyam Kidane

Doncic responds to Popovich's pre-game prediction with another scoring outburst

All Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich wanted was to keep Luka Doncic under 50 points.....but the Mavs star had other ideas.

Benyam Kidane

Primo, Spurs reach lawsuit settlement with former team psychologist

The Spurs and former lottery pick Josh Primo have reached a lawsuit settlement with their former team psychologist.

Kyle Irving

Breaking down Kawhi Leonard's injury history

Throughout his career, Kawhi Leonard has missed hundreds of games because of injuries and load management. Here's a complete breakdown of every single game he's ever missed.

Jordan Greer

Joshua Primo's allegations, explained: Former Spurs psychologist provides details, timeline

2021 lottery pick Joshua Primo was unexpectedly waived by the Spurs last week. Here's why.

Kyle Irving

Why did Spurs waive Joshua Primo?

The Spurs selected Primo with the No. 12 pick in the 2021 NBA Draft.

Jordan Greer

Manu Ginobili's Hall of Fame impact in six words or less

In honor of arguably the greatest sixth man of all time being inducted into the Hall of Fame, members of our TSN staff share how they'll remember Manu Ginobili's career.

Scott Rafferty

Manu Ginobili has one-of-a-kind Hall of Fame resume

To understand Manu Ginobili's greatness is to appreciate how unique he was to the sport, both on and off the court.

Stephen Noh

How good was Manu Ginobili?

With the Spurs legend entering the Hall of Fame, we look beyond the box score to examine how Ginobili compares with others from his generation.

Micah Adams

Spurs could help facilitate Kyrie Irving-Russell Westbrook trade

The Spurs have already made a big deal this offseason, trading Dejounte Murray to the Hawks for multiple draft picks.

Scott Rafferty

Which rebuilding team has the best young core?

As rosters begin to shape out for next season, which franchise has the best young core for the future?

Kyle Irving

Trade grades: Hawks look to compete in East with Murray acquisition

The Hawks receive Murray in exchange for Gallinari and picks, according to reports.

Nick Metallinos

Dejounte Murray trade details: Spurs send All-Star guard to Hawks for Danilo Gallinari, picks

The first big trade of the NBA offseason is in the books, and Murray is heading to the Eastern Conference.

Joe Rivera

NBA Draft grades 2022: Ranking all 30 teams on draft night

The 2022 NBA Draft has come and gone. Which franchise had the most successful draft night?

Kyle Irving

Spurs draft picks 2022: When does San Antonio pick?

Where does San Antonio land in the draft order? Here is everything you need to know ahead of the 2022 NBA Draft.

Nick Metallinos

Could Dejounte Murray be headed out of San Antonio in a draft-day trade?

Dejounte Murray's name is being floated around in trade rumors. The Spurs may not trade him but there's a reason why he is rumored to be available.

Jacob Camenker

Where do the Warriors rank among all-time NBA dynasties?

With the Warriors winning their fourth title in eight seasons, they've provided us with a reminder that their dynasty is not over, returning to the mountaintop after two down seasons.

Gilbert McGregor

Spurs' Gregg Popovich makes emotional speech about Uvalde school shooting, pleads with politicians to take action: 'How many will it take?'

Popovich spoke at "Stand with Uvalde," a fundraiser and community gathering organized after last month's shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas.

David Suggs

Gregg Popovich retirement decision headlines Spurs offseason: Free agents, draft picks, roster entering 2022 NBA offseason

As the Spurs continue to usher in a new era, will they have the NBA's all-time winningest coach on the sidelines?

Gilbert McGregor

Spurs vs. Pelicans Play-In Game: New Orleans advances to next Play-In game after defeating San Antonio

The Sporting News is tracking live scoring updates and highlights from Spurs vs. Pelicans on Wednesday. Follow along here for the complete results from the Play-In Tournament game.

Nick Metallinos

What channel is Spurs vs. Pelicans on today? TV schedule, start time for NBA Play-In Tournament game

Here is everything you need to know to watch Spurs vs. Pelicans, including the tipoff time and TV channel for Wednesday's game.

Jordan Greer

Jakob Poeltl shares how to think like a high-level NBA defender

Jakob Poeltl took The Sporting News inside his mind during some of his defensive plays, explaining what he thinks about and how he makes big plays.

Stephen Noh

NBA community reacts to Spurs' Gregg Popovich breaking all-time coaching wins record

From Pau Gasol to Mark Cuban, the NBA community was quick to congratulate Popovich on making history.

Scott Rafferty

Gregg Popovich and NBA all-time wins list: Spurs legend surpasses Don Nelson

Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich has surpassed Don Nelson as the winningest coach in NBA history.

Kyle Irving

Gregg Popovich's coaching tree: Which current NBA coaches have come up under the winningest coach in league history?

Gregg Popovich's coaching roots expand further than any other active head coach, with six of the NBA's head coaches all previously spending time on his staff.

Agustín Aboy

Is Gregg Popovich's all-time coaching wins record unbreakable?

With his 1,336th win in the NBA, Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich became the all-time winningest coach in the league's history. Will that record ever be broken?

Nick Metallinos

Appreciate the greatness in Gregg Popovich's all-time coaching wins record

“Pop”-ulating wins is nothing new to the Spurs’ Gregg Popovich as he now holds the record for most wins as a head coach. What should be the takeaway of this historic milestone?

Sidd Sinha

Lakers' Russell Westbrook addresses harassment, 'Westbrick' taunts from fans

Russell Westbrook spoke at length about the criticism both he and his family have faced this season.

Scott Rafferty

Who are the finalists for Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2022?

The finalists for the 2022 Basketball Hall of Fame were announced on Friday night.

Nick Metallinos

Jazz, Trail Blazers, Spurs NBA trade details: Joe Ingles, Nickeil Alexander-Walker headline three-team deal

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Jazz, Spurs and Trail Blazers have agreed to a three-way deal involving five players and multiple future draft picks.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA All-Star Game 2022: LaMelo Ball, Dejounte Murray named as injury replacements

LaMelo Ball and Dejounte Murray will replace the injured Kevin Durant and Draymond Green respectively at the 2022 NBA All-Star Game in Cleveland.

Carlan Gay

Led by Chris Paul and Devin Booker, Suns setting historic pace with another big win streak

The Phoenix Suns won their 11th straight game, beating the San Antonio Spurs 121-111, and at 41-9 on the season, are on pace for a historic season.

Benyam Kidane

Poole, Kuminga leading Warriors youth movement

Missing four of their five starters, the Golden State Warriors turned to their young players to help extend their win streak to seven games, with an impressive outing in San Antonio.

Benyam Kidane

NBA trade rumors: Pacers' Myles Turner, Pistons' Jerami Grant among top deadline targets for contenders

With each passing day, trade rumors continue to intensify and there are a handful of teams in a position to acquire a player that can escalate them to another tier.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA trade grades: Bol Bol, Bryn Forbes headline three team deal between Celtics, Nuggets, Spurs

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Celtics, Nuggets and Spurs have agreed to a three-team deal that sends Bol Bol to Boston and Bryn Forbes to Denver.

Gilbert McGregor

Hidden Gems: Jakob Poeltl is the best center nobody's talking about

He’s the guy who had the lowest billing in the Kawhi Leonard-to-the-Raptors trade. He’s the owner of the worst nickname in the league. He’s a 7-1 giant hiding in plain sight to the 28 fan bases that haven’t experienced him playing for their team, and maybe the most Googled player in the arena when they catch him for the first time.

Stephen Noh

TSN Archives: Tim Duncan, 2003 TSN Player of the Year

In 2003, the Spurs' Tim Duncan was voted The Sporting News Player of the Year by NBA team executives for the second year in a row.

Stan McNeal

TSN Archives: Tim Duncan, '99 Finals MVP

Tim Duncan and the Spurs' first-ever NBA title in 1999 led The Sporting News to ask: Would it turn out to be the beginning of — don’t say it too loudly — a dynasty?

Jeff Ryan

Exit Iceman: Spurs trade George Gervin

The Spurs traded George Gervin to the Bulls in 1985, the start of a rebuild and the end of the Iceman Era in San Antonio, The Sporting News wrote.

Jan Hubbard

George Gervin, 'Iceberg Slim'

Before George Gervin became 'the Iceman' in San Antonio, he had another nickname with the Virginia Squires of the ABA, The Sporting News wrote in February 1974.

Jim O'Brien

Ranking the best Xmas Day sneakers: Nothing beats the Kobe 6 'Grinch'

Ever since Christmas Day became a showcase event for sneakers we've seen many players break out some heat, or debut a new signature model colorway, but the Kobe 6 Grinch still remains the greatest Christmas sneaker ever.

Nick Metallinos

Lakers pay tribute to STAPLES Center

With the Lakers playing their final home game at STAPLES Center before the Crypto.com Arena era gets underway on Christmas Day, let's take a look back at some of the most iconic moments in the arena's history.

Benyam Kidane

Simmons to Spurs? 76ers' star 'would welcome opportunity'

According to NBA correspondent Marc Stein, "Ben Simmons would welcome the opportunity to play for [Gregg] Popovich if the Spurs found a way to acquire him." The rumor itself brings about intriguing possibilities.

Gilbert McGregor

Jason Kidd and late game free-throw scenarios are a rollercoaster ride

The Mavericks escaped with a 109-108 win over the San Antonio Spurs. It wasn't without late game drama however, with Jalen Brunson instructed to miss a free-throw in a tactic that didn't go to plan. It's not the first time Jason Kidd has instructed a player to miss a free-throw late in a game.

Kane Pitman

Lakers take 'marathon' approach with LeBron's injured ankle

LeBron James missed the Lakers OT win over the Spurs on Tuesday with right ankle soreness. James injured his ankle against Memphis two days prior, but managed to play out the game.

Kane Pitman

NBA season preview: Southwest Division win projections, playoff picks, players to watch

Luka Doncic and the Mavericks headline the playoff contenders from the Southwest Division, but you don't have to look far to find some of the best young talent in the league.

Benyam Kidane

NBA Power Ranking: Best-case scenarios for every team

With training camp in full swing, we're taking stock of the league with a glass-half full approach.

Micah Adams

Ginobili returning to Spurs

The four-time NBA champion and two-time All-Star played his entire career with the Spurs.

Jake Aferiat

Heat looking to reunite Kyle Lowry, DeMar DeRozan

Kyle Lowry and DeMar DeRozan had six good years together with the Raptors. Now, the Heat are looking to potentially reunite them.

Jacob Camenker

What channel is Spurs vs. Grizzlies on today? TV schedule, start time for NBA play-in tournament

Here is everything you need to know to watch Spurs vs. Grizzlies, including the tipoff time and TV channel for Wednesday's game.

Jordan Greer

How to watch Basketball Hall of Fame enshrinement ceremony

Kobe Bryant will be enshrined in the Basketball Hall of Fame on Saturday with Kevin Garnett, Tim Duncan and a handful of other basketball legends. Here's how to watch the enshrinement ceremony for the 2020 Hall of Fame class.

Jacob Camenker

Nets injury updates: Will James Harden, Kyrie Irving play vs. Spurs?

Kevin Durant, James Harden and Kyrie Irving have only played in seven games together since Harden joined the Nets in January.

Jordan Greer

Celtics' Jayson Tatum ties Larry Bird with 60-point game; key plays, reactions

Boston's current star joined a legend in team history.

Tom Gatto

NBA players react to Nets' LaMarcus Aldridge announcing retirement: 'Congratulations on an amazing career'

Aldridge stunned the NBA community on Thursday morning when he announced his retirement, but the Nets' center has a very good reason to walk away from the league after 15 years.

Jordan Greer

LaMarcus Aldridge trade rumors: Spurs bench big man as they work to deal him

Coach Gregg Popovich announced that Aldridge won't be playing for San Antonio going forward.

Tom Gatto

Warriors' Draymond Green on wild late-game shot vs. Spurs: 'Smartest dumb play in history'

Uh, why did Green take that shot?

Jordan Greer

Spurs' Gregg Popovich gets wine question from Grant Hill during in-game interview

The San Antonio coach is a wine connoisseur, so he had a ready response — which he mixed with some faux outrage.

Tom Gatto

Spurs legend Tim Duncan explains what he hates about the modern NBA

Duncan doesn't like every aspect of the league's pace-and-space revolution.

Jordan Greer

LeBron: What if it had been my kind storming the Capitol?

LeBron James says the past week has been "very tough" on the Black community and denounced the violence in the United States' capital city.

Stats Perform News

'Future's bright' for Spurs' Hammon

Becky Hammon could be an NBA head coach in future, according to Dejounte Murray, after stepping in for Gregg Popovich on Wednesday.

Stats Perform News

DeRozan chases intruder from family home

The Spurs player confirmed the scary incident; the intruder was reportedly arrested later.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Why Lakers have interest in Spurs' DeMar DeRozan

The Lakers are only a month removed from winning the 2020 NBA championship, but they are already searching for ways to improve their roster ahead of the new season.

Jordan Greer

Explaining the NBA play-in tournament

The play-in tournament concept is new to the NBA, but it's not actually that complicated. Here's what you need to know about Trail Blazers vs. Grizzlies and the format that will decide the Western Conference's 8-seed.

Dan Bernstein

Spurs miss playoffs, but Gregg Popovich is still Gregg Popovich

The longtime Spurs coach let it be known he'll be back in 2020-21, but not before messing with reporters.

Joe Rivera

Breaking down Thursday's NBA playoff scenarios

Here's a complete breakdown of the NBA's clinching scenarios for the Trail Blazers, Grizzlies, Suns and Spurs, including an updated bracket for Thursday, Aug. 13.

Dan Bernstein

Updated NBA playoff standings, odds

Over in the Western Conference, an intense race for the final playoff spot continues to rage on.

Jordan Greer

Spurs' Gregg Popovich on standing for national anthem: 'I reacted the way I wanted to'

San Antonio's coach has been a vocal advocate for racial justice, which has earned him goodwill within the NBA community.

Tom Gatto

NBA games today: Full TV schedule for 2020 season restart on TNT, ESPN & more channels

Here is a complete TV schedule for the first two nights of NBA games during the 2020 season restart, including start times and channels for Thursday and Friday's national broadcasts.

Tadd Haislop

NBA: No positive COVID-19 tests

Of the 344 players tested at the NBA 'bubble' over the past week, not a single one returned a positive COVID-19 result.

Dom Farrell

NBA returns: STATS preview

Using STATS data, we look at the best-performing players ahead of the NBA's return in Orlando, Florida.

Sacha Pisani

Spurs' Patty Mills donating salary

Mills says the money, just over $1 million, will go to three groups in Australia.

Matt Becker

Spurs' DeRozan unhappy with NBA bubble rules

DeMar DeRozan is not happy as the NBA prepares to return on July 30 following the COVID-19 crisis.

Jon Palmieri

Spurs' Gregg Popovich takes aim at Roger Goodell, 'hypocritical' NFL owners

The Spurs head coach has turned his sights on the NFL and its hypocrisy in the wake of the Black Lives Matter protests.

Joe Rivera

Spurs' Lonnie Walker reveals he was 'sexually harassed, raped, abused' by family members as a child

Walker had his hair cut to help free himself of his insecurities.

Tadd Haislop

Gregg Popovich 'embarrassed as a white person' to watch 'lynching' of George Floyd

Popovich called upon white people to lead a change.

Austin Anderson

Gregg Popovich rips 'deranged idiot' Donald Trump, other politicians in takedown of American leadership

It's not the first time Gregg Popovich has let Donald Trump hear it in public, but his latest comments are the most incendiary.

Joe Rivera

NBA taking smallest step toward getting players back on court

The league reportedly is giving teams the go-ahead to open facilities for individual workouts, provided stay-at-home orders are lifted or adjusted.

Tom Gatto

Tim Duncan coaches Spurs with Gregg Popovich away; Twitter called for Becky Hammon

The franchise legend or the trailblazing assistant? Some on Twitter had thoughts on how they would choose.

Tom Gatto

Mike Breen reveals favorite Kobe, Duncan, Garnett memories

ESPN's Mike Breen said Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett were always "three of my favorite players."

Jordan Greer

Spurs, Raptors honor Kobe Bryant with 24-second shot clock violations

The Raptors and Spurs decided a moment of silence simply wasn't enough to honor the basketball legend.

Jordan Greer

Three big questions follow Zion Williamson's dazzling NBA debut with Pelicans

Zion Williamson's spectacular performance brings a few questions about his future to the forefront.

Jordan Greer

Zion Williamson's NBA debut a 'dream come true' in every way except Pelicans' loss

A late show from Zion Williamson could not rescue the Pelicans on Wednesday, leaving their star rookie with some regret.

Ben Spratt

How Zion Williamson's debut compares to LeBron James, Michael Jordan and other NBA greats

We take a look at how LeBron James, Michael Jordan and other NBA stars fared in their debuts after Zion Williamson's eye-catching display.

Liam Blackburn

Zion Williamson puts on show in fourth quarter of NBA debut

Check out the best highlights from Zion Williamson's NBA debut right here.

Jordan Greer

What channel is Zion Williamson's debut on tonight? Time, TV schedule for Pelicans vs. Spurs

Here is everything you need to know about Zion Williamson's return to the Pelicans, including start time and TV channel for the No. 1 overall pick's NBA debut against the Spurs.

Jordan Greer

Five things to watch as Zion Williamson makes long-awaited NBA debut

We take a look at what to keep an eye on when first overall pick Zion Williamson finally takes to the hardwood.

Liam Blackburn

Zion Williamson NBA debut: Pelicans rookie overjoyed to put rehab behind him

Zion Williamson has had to wait half of his first season to play in a competitive game.

John Skilbeck

Carlisle shuts down silly debate about Porzingis post-ups

Mavericks coach Rick Carlisle addressed the chatter surrounding Kristaps Porzingis after Dallas' win over the Spurs, telling reporters a post-up is "a low-value situation."

Jordan Greer

Luka Doncic injury update: Mavericks star set to return against Spurs

Mavericks star Luka Doncic is expected to take the floor on Thursday night against the Spurs after missing Dallas' previous four games.

Jordan Greer

Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan, Kevin Garnett headline Hall of Fame nominees

The eligible candidates for the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame were announced Thursday.

Sacha Pisani

Doncic-less Mavs snap Bucks' 18-game winning streak despite Giannis Antetokounmpo's 48

No Luka Doncic, no worries for the Mavericks, who stopped the red-hot Bucks on Monday.

Sacha Pisani

Here's why NBA denied Rockets' protest despite referees botching call on James Harden's dunk

The NBA announced Monday that it has denied the Rockets' protest of their loss against the Spurs following a full investigation

Jordan Greer

Gregg Popovich, Steve Kerr react to Knicks firing coach David Fizdale

Spurs coach Gregg Popovich said David Fizdale was "thrown under the bus" by the struggling Knicks.

Sacha Pisani

Rockets to file protest of Spurs loss, citing James Harden dunk, per reports

The game's head referee acknowledged after the game that Harden's fourth-quarter dunk should have counted.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

NBA trade rumors: Magic expressing interest in Spurs' DeMar DeRozan

The Spurs shooting guard could be moved ahead of the 2020 trade deadline.

Jordan Greer

Gordon Hayward injury update: Celtics forward suffers broken hand

Boston loses one of its top players after just eight games this season.

Tom Gatto

Celtics' Marcus Smart fined $15,000 for criticizing NBA referees

Marcus Smart said, among other things, that officials treat him differently than other players.

Tom Gatto

NBA wrap: Lakers win fifth straight

LeBron James and Anthony Davis stuffed the stat sheet once again in a 103-96 win over the Spurs as the Lakers won their fifth straight.

Arthur Weinstein

Donald Trump criticizes Steve Kerr, Gregg Popovich for responses to NBA-China controversy

President Donald Trump addressed the growing rift between the NBA and China during a White House event on Wednesday.

Jordan Greer

Gregg Popovich praises Adam Silver

Popovich acknowledged the courage it took for Silver to release a statement that left CCTV “strongly dissatisfied.”

Travis Durkee

Fultz calls Magic debut 'blessing'

“I give all the praise to the man up top, God. That’s all I can say, really," Fultz said.

Ameer Tyree

Popovich unhappy with Morris

Morris reportedly had a deal in place to join the Spurs in free agency, but at the last minute signed with the Knicks on a one-year deal.

Chelsea Howard

Spurs set Parker jersey retirement

In his 18-year career, Parker was one of only five players to record at least 19,000 points and 7,000 assists.

Ameer Tyree

'NBA 2K20' adds six new classic teams, including 'Lob City' Clippers, champion Cavs

Considering most of the truly historic teams have been included in previous versions of "NBA 2K," the latest rosters may stretch the definition of "classic." However, they do have some intriguing players from the not-so-distant past.

Bryan Wiedey

DeRozan getting max deal?

DeMar DeRozan is now considered a key piece of the Spurs' core, and the team is considering offering him what could be a 5-year, $217M deal.

Gabrielle McMillen

Gregg Popovich jokes new Spurs assistant Tim Duncan 'doesn’t know a lick about coaching'

Gregg Popovich won't stop roasting Tim Duncan, even after hiring him as an assistant coach.

Blake Birt

Morris on why he signed with Knicks

“I was under the impression that I didn’t have anything left," Morris said. "I thought at the time that the Spurs deal was all that I had."

E.Jay Zarett

Tim Duncan joins Spurs staff

The San Antonio legend joins Gregg Popovich's staff three years after wrapping up a Hall of Fame career.

Marc Lancaster

Spurs re-sign Rudy Gay

Gay, who'll turn 33 next month, played the past two seasons with the Spurs on one-year deals, averaging 2.7 points and 6.0 rebounds.

Bob Hille

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