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Celtics add Spurs' Garrett Jackson to coaching staff
SAN ANTONIO - The Boston Celtics coaching staff is starting to become a collection of former San Antonio Spurs products. With the hiring of former Spurs player and assistant Ime Udoka as its head coach, the Celtics have continued to dig into the Spurs staff to build out its bench. Last month, Boston hired longtime Spurs assistant Will Hardy to the same position. Now, the Celtics have announced… → Read More
Popovich was a big reason Blazers' Lillard committed to playing for Team USA
As the NBA season is approaching its end, several stars across the league have started committing to play in the 2021 Olympics in Tokyo. Among those players is Portland Trailblazers guard Damian Lillard. He recently explained why he decided to suit up for Team USA this summer, with his main factor being San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich. “Pop being the coach of the national team played… → Read More
Early coaching days of Spurs' Popovich saw lots of expletives and trash cans
Gregg Popovich has a long history of establishing winning cultures at essentially every stop in his coaching journey. Currently within reach of becoming the all-time wins leader in NBA history, Popovich’s determination to be the best isn’t something that started once he got his first gig in the NBA. Chris Ballard of the Los Angeles Times dives into Popovich’s early career and how it nearly… → Read More
Early coaching days of Spurs' Popovich saw lots of expletives and trash cans
Gregg Popovich has a long history of establishing winning cultures at essentially every stop in his coaching journey. Currently within reach of becoming the all-time wins leader in NBA history, Popovich’s determination to be the best isn’t something that started once he got his first gig in the NBA. Chris Ballard of the Los Angeles Times dives into Popovich’s early career and how it nearly… → Read More
Kenny Smith says Dennis Rodman made the 1995 Spurs the best team in the West
SAN ANTONIO - In a sit down with Open Court, former Houston Rockets guard Kenny Smith shared how he believes the 1995 San Antonio Spurs were the best team in the 90s to not win a championship. His reason: Dennis Rodman. When he wasn't being distraction, Rodman was a main factor for Spurs’ success during his time in San Antonio. In just two seasons, he'd average 17. 1 rebounds per game (a… → Read More
Celtics' Stevens compares Jazz to Spurs 2014 title team
SAN ANTONIO - One of the biggest storylines in the NBA this season is the Utah Jazz. Currently, the Jazz have the best record in the entire league. For the first time in a while, many around the NBA believe Utah is a legitimate contender once the postseason rolls around. In fact, the team is drawing comparisons to one of the best teams in recent memory, the 2014 San Antonio Spurs. Of course,… → Read More
Spurs aiming for late February to reopen AT&T Center for fans
SAN ANTONIO - The AT&T Center is inching closer to reopening for San Antonio Spurs fans to attend games. According to the Associated Press, a move to having fans in attendance is slated to take place sooner rather than later. The report states the Spurs are aiming for fans to come back either this month or in March. → Read More
Raptors' Lowry jokes DeMar DeRozan was a 'gunner' in Toronto
Although he is now a member of the San Antonio Spurs, DeMar DeRozan will always be remembered best for his with with the Toronto Raptors. Before being traded to the Spurs, DeRozan scored a franchise best 13,296 points for the Raptors. He is one of three players in franchise history to score at least 10,000 points. The newest member of this club is DeRozan’s best friend, Kyle Lowry. Lowry reached… → Read More
Popovich calls Spurs rookie Vassell a 'natural basketball player'
SAN ANTONIO - San Antonio Spurs rookie Devin Vassell has shown flashes of how great he can be in the future. His athleticism, defensive prowess and basketball IQ have already been displayed in his young NBA career. His ability to impact the game in several ways has earned him some praise from Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich. “Devin is just a natural basketball player. He always seems to know… → Read More
Spurs' Hammon gives NYC teens great words of advice
SAN ANTONIO - MSG Networks and the Garden of Dreams Foundation have partnered to create “MSG Networks Classroom”, which serves as an outlet for students to learn about the sports industry. As part of the series, San Antonio Spurs assistant coach Becky Hammon spoke to students attending Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School in the Bronx about her experiences leading to where she is now in her… → Read More
Missing NBA playoffs for the first time is fueling Spurs' Patty Mills
SAN ANTONIO - San Antonio Spurs veteran guard Patty Mills has vowed to be “Boomers Patty” this season, a far cry from the type of role he’s been in throughout his time in San Antonio. As a member of the Australian National team, Mills is a focal point for the offense. His scoring ability with the Boomers is explosive to say the least, and the way he gets his points is also different from his… → Read More
Spurs' Lonnie Walker IV talks Popovich and being a 'Dog Dad'
SAN ANTONIO - San Antonio Spurs guard Lonnie Walker IV is an exciting young player oozing potential on the court. However, some fans may not know he is actually a full-time dog dad off the court. Walker sat down with Whistle in a new edition of “Meet the Pets” to discuss life with his two dogs - Zola and Bishop - as well as his experiences in the NBA Bubble and with Spurs head coach Gregg… → Read More
Spurs' Lonnie Walker IV talks Popovich and being a 'Dog Dad'
SAN ANTONIO - San Antonio Spurs guard Lonnie Walker IV is an exciting young player oozing potential on the court. However, some fans may not know he is actually a full-time dog dad off the court. Walker sat down with Whistle in a new edition of “Meet the Pets” to discuss life with his two dogs - Zola and Bishop - as well as his experiences in the NBA Bubble and with Spurs head coach Gregg… → Read More
DeRozan, Ujiri make amends at the NBA bubble
SAN ANTONIO - Although the 2020 NBA season concluded a little over a month ago, many stories of life in the bubble are beginning to come out. One of the more feel good stories involves San Antonio Spurs wing DeMar DeRozan and Toronto Raptors president of basketball operations Masai Ujiri. Following the trade from Toronto to San Antonio in 2018, DeRozan was emotionally hurt. He was traded from… → Read More
The case for the Spurs selecting Killian Hayes
Originally born in Florida, Hayes spent a majority of his life in France. Unlike most prospects, he spent time overseas playing professionally. What makes him different is the fact he’s been playing professional basketball since the age of 16. Most recently, he’s been playing for Ratiopham Ulm in Germany. At 6’5, Hayes is a crafty left-handed point guard that excels at creating for his teammates. → Read More
WATCH: Rudy Gay on the NBA bubble, becoming a leader, social justice movement and more
In the newest episode of his YouTube series, San Antonio Spurs forward Rudy Gay showed fans what life was like inside the NBA Bubble in Orlando, FL. The Spurs played several scrimmage games and in their eight games, nearly pulled off making the playoffs. The team played tremendously well, and had some fun along the way with a ping pong tournament and scooters. Throughout the video, he shared his… → Read More
Former NBA guard describes how terrified he was guarding Spurs great George Gervin
Former NBA player Reggie Theus joined the Rejecting the Screen podcast and spoke on his experiences facing former San Antonio Spurs great, George Gervin. “George Gervin was kinda like Michael Jordan in those days,” he said. “The night before you play against Gervin, like Michael (Jordan), you don’t sleep real well. You get to the arena, and your guys are telling you that you’ve got no shot if… → Read More
Spurs VP of basketball operations Barry reportedly on Kings shortlist for new GM
The Sacramento Kings are in the market for a new general manager after Vlade Divac stepped down earlier this month. With the search underway, one of the preliminary targets is San Antonio Spurs vice president of basketball operations Brent Barry. According to Jason Anderson of the Sacramento Bee, the Kings have also included New York Knicks general manager Scott Perry and Toronto Raptors general… → Read More
Spurs' DeRozan discusses being a target of police at a young age
San Antonio Spurs' DeMar DeRozan opened up to People Magazine to discuss his experiences with police brutality while growing up in Compton, CA. DeRozan has been extremely vocal about mental health awareness and shared his own experiences dealing with depression and anxiety. He has also been present during the country’s battle against racism and police brutality by protesting and using his… → Read More
Spurs' Popovich focused on the present and not Olympic games
The Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics were supposed to be underway this week. However, like many events originally scheduled for this year, the Olympics were cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic. San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich is slated to lead Team USA in Tokyo, but the current uncertainty surrounding the pandemic has already raised questions regarding the now rescheduled games.… → Read More