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Spurs edge Pelicans, 135-132

Harrison Barnes scored 24 points and rookie Dylan Harper punctuated a 22-point night with a go-ahead floater in the lane with 9 seconds left as the San Antonio Spurs survived a blown 20-point halftime lead to edge the New Orleans Pelicans 135–132 on Monday night.

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Spurs fans all feel the same about Dylan Harper for Giannis Antetokounmpo trade

Rookie guard Dylan Harper played a crucial role during the San Antonio Spurs’ recent win. Even with Victor Wembanyama sidelined due to a calf injury, the San Antonio Spurs refuse to fall in the Western Conference standings.

NBA News / Pounding the Rock / December 9

What We Learned from the Spurs win over the Pelicans

Alright, let’s all take a deep breath. In through the nose, out through the mouth. Because honestly… what even was that? The Spurs escaped New Orleans last night, and I mean escaped in the “shimmying out the bathroom window away from a fight you accidentally started” sense.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / December 9

NBA Notes: Spurs, Victor Wembanyama, Knicks, Josh Hart, Lakers

Victor Wembanyama is getting closer, even if the Spurs still aren’t sure when he’ll actually play again. Head coach Mitch Johnson said the star center will travel to Los Angeles for Wednesday’s NBA Cup quarterfinal against the Lakers, via Jeff McDonald of the San Antonio Express-News.

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Dylan Harper News / Athlon Sports / December 9

NBA Rookie Dylan Harper Sends Message After Spurs' Win Against Pelicans

San Antonio Spurs rookie Dylan Harper had a huge night off the bench on Monday to beat the New Orleans Pelicans. Harper finished with 22 points, three rebounds and six assists on 62.5% shooting.

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / December 9

Spurs Hold Off Pelicans’ Comeback Charge In 135-132 Victory

The San Antonio Spurs secured a 135-132 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Monday night. Although the game should have been a much simpler affair for the fifth-seeded Spurs, the Pelicans gave their opponents a serious run for their money.

Dylan Harper News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 8

Spurs’ Dylan Harper breaks Pelicans’ back with clutch bucket

On Monday night, the San Antonio Spurs found themselves in a closer-than-expected contest against an injury-ravaged New Orleans Pelicans team that was without Zion Williamson and Jordan Poole.

San Antonio Spurs News / Pounding the Rock / December 8

Spurs survive another disastrous third quarter to beat New Orleans

Just two days after giving up 44 third-quarter points to the Cleveland Cavaliers in a loss on Friday, the San Antonio Spurs found themselves in a similar position in New Orleans.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 8

Dylan Harper's late jumper lifts Spurs past Derik Queen, Pelicans

Dylan Harper canned the decisive jumper with 9.1 seconds to play as part of his career-high 22 points and the visiting San Antonio Spurs outlasted the reeling New Orleans Pelicans 135-132 on Monday.

Victor Wembanyama News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 8

Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama update for Lakers game sparks excitement

Victor Wembanyama seems to be making strides in his recovery ahead of the San Antonio Spurs’ NBA Cup matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers. Wembanyama is going through the third season of his young NBA career with the Spurs.

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The 20 biggest 'what if?' careers in NBA history

Most of the time, things in the NBA go as people expect. Here and there, though, some players, for one reason or another, just don't meet expectations, whether it's due to injury or other situational pitfalls.

Devin Vassell News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 8

Why Spurs’ Devin Vassell works on bad shots during practice

Around San Antonio and among Spurs fans, Devin Vassell has developed a reputation for taking difficult shots. And that’s just fine with the second-longest tenured Spur.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / December 8

Are Victor Wembanyama & Giannis Antetokounmpo Out of the 2025–26 NBA MVP Race? Injury Update & Key Eligibility Rules Explained

The 2025–26 NBA MVP race has taken a dramatic turn, with two of its biggest stars, Victor Wembanyama and Giannis Antetokounmpo, seeing their candidacies

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NBA News / Field Level Media / December 7

Spurs, Pelicans desperate to improve defensive prowess

Both the San Antonio Spurs and the host New Orleans Pelicans are eager to improve their defense and overall execution when they battle on Monday night.

San Antonio Spurs News / Hoops Rumors / December 7

Victor Wembanyama, Stephon Castle return to Spurs practice

Star center Victor Wembanyama and 2025 Rookie of the Year Stephon Castle were full participants in the Spurs‘ practice on Sunday, according to Jeff McDonald of The San Antonio Express-News, who reports that backup guard Jordan McLaughlin participated as well.

San Antonio Spurs News / Hoops Wire / December 6

Cavs crush Spurs in paint, ride huge third quarter to victory

That was more like it. For at least one half. Or one quarter. Take your pick. The Cavaliers finally looked like themselves again, even if only for one quarter.

Luke Kornet News / Total Apex Sports / December 4

De’Aaron Fox and Luke Kornet Play Hero Ball as Spurs Scrape Past Magic 114-112

In the chaotic, heart-pounding theatre of NBA crunch time, sometimes the script doesn’t need the leading man. Sometimes, the star of the show is watching from the sidelines in street clothes, nursing a strained calf, while the understudies and the co-stars step into the spotlight to deliver a performance that leaves the audience breathless.

NBA News / Yardbarker / December 4

Two intriguing non-Knicks destinations if Bucks trade Giannis Antetokounmpo

As the conversation about Giannis Antetokounmpo wanting out of Milwaukee heats up, many are once again speculating that he will try to force a trade to New York. But there are other intriguing possibilities.

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