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Nicknamed the “Slash Brothers” by some, Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper will also share the ball during the NBA Rising Stars Challenge on All-Star Weekend. And if Castle has his way, that may not be the only honor they share. “I might, we’ll see. I might let “Dill” have it this time,” the second-year guard […]

In sounding off about the killing of civilian Alex Pretti by federal law enforcement officers over the weekend in Minneapolis, Minnesota, San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama also praised his fellow French countryman Guerschon Yabusele for sharing his thoughts on the matter. “I think it definitely takes some balls.” A day before Wemby’s comments, which […]

Thanks to head coach Gregg Popovich, the San Antonio Spurs have long been at the forefront of speaking out against injustices in the United States and even abroad. With Popovich retiring last season due to health issues, fans have been searching for players with the NBA platform to voice their same concerns, and it appears […]

The San Antonio Spurs are now the only team in the NBA to have multiple selections in each of the last three Rising Stars Challenges. Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper join the announcements of Victor Wembanyama and Castle last year, and Wemby and Jeremy Sochan the year before. It’s the fifth time in franchise history […]

In his return from injury, San Antonio Spurs guard Devin Vassell pointed to an issue that’s been plaguing the team for several weeks now. While the word “soft” hadn’t yet been mentioned directly, allusions to it had. The sixth-year guard didn’t avoid uttering the term following a 104-95 loss at home to the New Orleans […]

On Sunday night, the San Antonio Spurs suffered one of their more inexplicable losses of the season with a 104-95 defeat at the hands of the New Orleans Pelicans. Things fell apart for the Spurs in the second quarter of this game and went downhill from there, with the team now sitting at 31-15 on […]

NBA players have not been shy about speaking out against the violence that has taken place in Minneapolis over the past few weeks. The latest incident occurred over the weekend when officers killed Alex Pretti, an intensive care unit nurse, not too far from the Target Center where the Timberwolves play. The killing comes just […]

Rumor has it that the San Antonio Spurs aren’t going to make a splashy move at the NBA trade deadline. They made a blockbuster at last year’s deadline when they traded for De’Aaron Fox, and the rebuild is already ahead of schedule with the young core of Victor Wembanyama, Stephon Castle, Devin Vassell, and Dylan Harper. […]

The San Antonio Spurs came into their game against the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday looking to start a mini-win streak. They were coming off a win against the Utah Jazz after losing to the Houston Rockets. And Victor Wembanyama seemed to be doing his best to get the Spurs another win, finishing off a […]

As the NBA trade deadline on Feb. 5 nears, the New York Knicks have actively been discussing several options on the trade market involving French forward Guerschon Yabusele, league sources told ClutchPoints. The San Antonio Spurs and New Orleans Pelicans are two teams with which the Knicks have recently held extensive dialogue, among others. Since […]

San Antonio Spurs wing Devin Vassell will play his first game of 2026. The organization’s injury report, released a day ahead of a contest against the New Orleans Pelicans, did not include the Florida State alum. It echoes what Vassell said following the team’s practice earlier in the day. “I’m ready to go. I’m ready […]

Because of all that’s occurred since the San Antonio Spurs traded for De’Aaron Fox, it’s hard to believe he’s been with the Silver and Black for less than a year. But don’t count teammate Keldon Johnson among those who takes the former All-Star player for granted. “Big time players make big time plays, and you […]

Patience should always matter more than temptation. The most dangerous moment for a rising contender is premature confidence. The San Antonio Spurs have arrived ahead of schedule. They have morphed from a patient rebuild into a legitimate title threat almost overnight. That success, however, brings noise. Big names. Bigger rumors. As the 2026 NBA trade […]

The San Antonio Spurs’ recent shooting woes haven’t plagued Julian Champagnie. Coming off a night in which he knocked down 8/16 from three-point range, the third-year Spur has hit at least 40 percent from the field during a recent seven-game stint. The Spurs have lost three of those tilts, including one to the Houston Rockets. […]

Recently, San Antonio Spurs big man Victor Wembanyama was named as a starter for the Western Conference All-Star team. The news came amid a season in which Wembanyama has continued his dominance when on the court, but is also looking to shake off some increasing injury concerns at this early stage of his career. In […]

Victor Wembanyama didn’t hold back following the San Antonio Spurs’ latest loss. A 111-106 setback to the Houston Rockets occurred in much the same way that others have over the last several weeks for the Silver and Black. It’s a harsh reality Wemby acknowledges. “Same as usual. Blowing 15-plus point lead. The good thing is […]

Confidence and long-term ambition framed Carter Bryant’s postgame comments Monday night, as the San Antonio Spurs rookie outlined a defensive goal that places him just behind one teammate in the global hierarchy. Following the San Antonio Spurs’ 123-110 win over the Utah Jazz, Bryant declared his aim to become the second-best defender in the world, […]

During their championship runs, Hall-of-Fame Coach Gregg Popovich would sometimes call out his San Antonio Spurs teams. The word “soft” would come up every once in a while. Current coach Mitch Johnson didn’t use that exact word following the Silver and Black’s 111-106 loss to the Houston Rockets, but he came somewhat close. “There were […]

San Antonio Spurs culture, legacy, and humor collided Tuesday night in a moment that quickly resonated throughout the fan base. During the Spurs’ matchup vs. the Houston Rockets, the broadcast cut to franchise icon Manu Ginobili sitting courtside at Frost Bank Center. As the crowd recognized him on the video board, Ginobili took off his […]

Stephon Castle appears to be hitting a sophomore slump over the past few weeks, but that doesn’t mean he can’t break out of it anytime soon. The talented San Antonio Spurs guard’s penchant for the highlight reel isn’t changing even though defenses are loading up on him even more as his game develops further, and […]

The San Antonio Spurs have been without Devin Vassell over the past few weeks and they continue to be without him on Tuesday night in a rivalry clash against the Houston Rockets. But the Spurs seem to not have missed Vassell’s contributions on the court, not even a little bit, with Julian Champagnie stepping into […]

Two of the NBA’s most feared unicorns faced off anew as Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs visited Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on Tuesday. The Spurs beat the Rockets, 121-100, in the NBA Cup in November, with Wembanyama scoring 22 points. Durant had 24 points to lead the Rockets. […]

The Alien has landed in Houston, and he’s not taking any prisoners. In a  Tuesday night showdown in Houston, San Antonio Spurs phenom Victor Wembanyama provided yet another “how is that possible?” moment that has the NBA world in a frenzy. Midway through the clash with the Rockets, the 7-foot-4 superstar gathered the ball, drove […]

When Luke Kornet signed a four-year, $41 million contract in free agency, it was obvious he would serve a key role on the San Antonio Spurs. Though, with franchise pillar Victor Wembanyama manning the low post, it was unclear just how big of an impact the veteran center would have in The Alamo City. He […]

A game against the Houston Rockets, with yet another one to come eight days later, continues what’s been a tough portion of the schedule for De’Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle, Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs. It’s a stretch Fox says good squads embrace. “When you’re a bad team, you’re looking at it like, ‘Oh, […]

In his first game after being selected as a starter for the NBA All-Star game for the first time in his young career, Victor Wembanyama put up 33 points, 10 rebounds, two blocks, and two steals in less than 27 minutes in a 123-110 San Antonio Spurs victory over the Utah Jazz. Not long after […]

Add another honor to the growing Victor Wembanyama legend as he secures a unique spot within the storied history of the San Antonio Spurs franchise. In being selected as a starter in the 2026 All-Star Game, the recently turned 22-year-old becomes only the fifth Spur ever to start in the annual NBA classic. Not on […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves and San Antonio Spurs went back and forth for a spectacular final period between a pair of the Western Conference’s top teams. Spearheaded by the two of the game’s best players, drama built. Anthony Edwards poured in 26 of his career-high 55 points while Victor Wembanyama countered with 12 in that fourth […]

After Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards admitted that Victor Wembanyama’s rapid ascension among the game’s greats is the reason he saves some of his best for the San Antonio Spurs, ClutchPoints informed the Silver and Black’s generational talent about Anthony’s comments. Though not quite as forthright, Wemby was almost equally as candid. “It’s an honor […]

As good as Minnesota Timberwolves wing Anthony Edwards has been against the San Antonio Spurs, he may have been even better with his comments after his career night for the Minnesota Timberwolves. Following 55 points in a thrilling 126-123 loss in the Alamo City, which came off the heels of Edwards’ game-winner earlier in the […]

Milwaukee Bucks coach Doc Rivers, who has ties to San Antonio, opened up about recent communication with legendary coach Gregg Popovich. It was one of several Spurs related topics, including Victor Wembanayama, about which the veteran coach talked with ClutchPoints. “I had a great chance to go back and forth with Pop over the last […]

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama had a scary knee-to-knee collision with Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo during the Spurs’ game on Thursday, but quickly returned to help San Antonio pull off a 119-101 win. The incident raised some concerns about the young star’s durability during his breakout season. The collision happened in the first […]

Following a dominant victory over the Milwaukee Bucks of 119-101, San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama played an essential role in his team’s victory yesterday. The French basketball player scored five 3-pointers in only six attempts and amassed 22 points and 10 rebounds. Following the match at the press conference, Wembanyama was asked by a […]

Victor Wembanyama enjoyed a huge night in the San Antonio Spurs victory vs. the Milwaukee Bucks. The love he received from Giannis Antetokounmpo right after their first meeting of the year might’ve been more impressive. ClutchPoints asked the two-time NBA Most Valuable Player and 2021 Finals MVP how the young star compared to the version […]

Victor Wembanyama is as locked in as ever, if his new hairdo is any indication. In his first game since shaving his head bald following the San Antonio Spurs’ loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, Wembanyama pulled off an ultra-rare defensive feat in a showing that led to a convincing Spurs win — a 119-101 […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder and the San Antonio Spurs are lording it over in the Western Conference, and it is not a coincidence that they have two of the most talented young big men in the NBA in Chet Holmgren and Victor Wembanyama. Because of their similar age, build, and skill set, it is easy […]

The San Antonio Spurs are ahead of schedule, already making waves in the Western Conference. The unreal emergence of Victor Wembanyama is clearly the biggest reason why. But Spurs fans were likely holding their collective breaths on Thursday night. During a game against the Milwaukee Bucks, Wembanyama suffered what appeared to be a knee injury […]

Victor Wembanyama is sporting a new look, kind of. The San Antonio Spurs superstar showed up for shootaround ahead of a game against the Milwaukee Bucks with a bald head. So did teammate Keldon Johnson – who says their haircuts came courtesy of each other the night before. ClutchPoints asked the longest-tenured Spur about getting […]

The San Antonio Spurs have been a great success so far in the 2025-26 season, currently sitting at 27-13 despite a recent blowout road loss against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Spurs have still beaten Oklahoma City on three separate occasions this season, and are working Victor Wembanyama back toward his normal amount of minutes […]