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On YouTubeSan Antonio Spurs News / Pounding the Rock / January 4
Recent losses highlight new challenges for the Spurs 
The narrative that the Spurs can “only beat the Thunder” doesn’t survive even a small glance at the Western Conference standings. Despite losses in three of their last five games, San Antonio is 25-10 as the calendar turns to 2026, and that record includes beating NBA’s best team by record for most of the season.
San Antonio Spurs News / Pounding the Rock / January 4
What we learned from the Spurs loss to the Blazers
Some days you just don’t have it, you know? Watching the Spurs last night, I was reminded of a fateful interview attempt I made many years ago. It was a perfectly normal morning of an otherwise excellent year, and I was decked out in my best.
Luke Kornet News / Pounding the Rock / January 4
Highlights: Luke Kornet drops season-high 23 points in loss to Trail Blazers
Coming off a victory against the Indiana Pacers, the Spurs returned home on a SEGABABA versus the Portland Trail Blazers. The Spurs once again would be without Victor Wembanyama and Devin Vassell due to their respective injuries.
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
Julian Champagnie News / thePeachBasket / January 4
Spurs Start 2026 Strong: Champagnie Shines & San Antonio Spurs Title Odds Rise
This recap, Spurs Start 2026 Strong: Champagnie Shines & San Antonio Spurs Title Odds Rise, is adapted with permission from the Spurs Bros Podcast video.
The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history
Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.
NBA News / Pounding the Rock / January 3
Slow start dooms Spurs in loss to Trail Blazers
Two short-handed teams on the second night of a back-to-back collided in the Spurs’ home opener of 2026, but unfortunately, the more shorthanded Portland Trail Blazers prevailed.
NBA News / Pounding the Rock / January 3
San Antonio vs. Portland, Final Score: Spurs can’t complete comeback against Trail Blazers, 115-110
The Spurs’ first home game of 2026 was a failure because of an inability to guard the 3-point line and contain the glass. It was the fifth game dropped at Frost Bank Center this season, making their home record the same as on the road (12-5).
Victor Wembanyama News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 3
Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama headed for return after two-game absence
It appears San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama may return to action shortly after suffering an injury on New Year’s Eve. In the usual pregame press conference before the team’s game against the Portland Trail Blazers, Mitch Johnson said his All-Star center is “looking really good” and that “it’s going well” in talking about his rehab.
Dylan Harper News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 3
Spurs’ Dylan Harper’s ‘scary’ admission of San Antonio’s backcourt
San Antonio Spurs rookie Dylan Harper came within two points of tying his NBA career high in a 123-113 victory over the Indiana Pacers. It marked the third time in less than four weeks that the former Rutgers star scored at least 22 points.
NBA News / Pounding the Rock / January 3
It’s time for Basketball: San Antonio Spurs vs Portland Trail Blazers
Welcome to the Game Thread. Veterans of the Game Thread know how we do things around here, but for all you newbies we have a few rules. Our community guidelines apply and basically say be cool, no personal attacks, don’t troll and don’t swear too much.
San Antonio Spurs News / Field Level Media / January 3
Spurs' Victor Wembanyama, Devin Vassell out vs. Trail Blazers
San Antonio Spurs star center Victor Wembanyama and guard Devin Vassell have been ruled out for Saturday's game against the visiting Portland Trail Blazers.
NBA News / Field Level Media / January 3
Spurs look to lean on depth in encounter vs. Trail Blazers
The San Antonio Spurs have built a team that thrives on synergy and balance. They hope to lean on those traits and more when they host the Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday night in the second game of a back-to-back set for both teams.
Mitch Johnson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 3
Why Spurs’ Mitch Johnson isn’t putting much into Coach of the Month award
On the heels of a December to remember for the San Antonio Spurs, Mitch Johnson was named the Western Conference Coach of the Month. The Silver and Black went an NBA-best 11-3 during the final month of 2025, including a run to the Emirates NBA Cup Championship Game and a 6-1 road record in December.
Devin Vassell News / Hoops Rumors / January 2
Devin Vassell To Miss Time With Left Adductor Strain
Spurs wing Devin Vassell recently underwent an MRI which confirmed he has a left adductor strain, the team announced in a press release (Twitter link via Marc J.
NBA News / NBA Draft on SI / January 2
Spurs Grab Two-Way Star in 2026 Mock Draft
The San Antonio Spurs have been one of the biggest success stories this season. After an offseason of hearing about the Nuggets and Rockets as the defending-champion Thunder's biggest threats, the Spurs have quickly flipped the script.
San Antonio Spurs News / Hoops Rumors / December 31
Victor Wembanyama leaves game early with injury, but Spurs can breathe sigh of relief
Victor Wembanyama suffered a hyperextended left knee in the Spurs‘ win.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 29
Cavaliers could be in for a turnaround after win over Spurs
The Cleveland Cavaliers notched their signature win of the 2025-26 season so far on Monday by going on the road and defeating the San Antonio Spurs, 113-101.
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