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NBA News / Pounding the Rock / December 18
It’s time for NBA Cup Basketball: Spurs vs Washington Wizards 
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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 18
1 deal Spurs must make with 2025-26 NBA trade season underway
The biggest name on the trade block is Giannis Antetokounmpo. The two-time MVP has been open to a trade away from the Milwaukee Bucks for quite some time now.
San Antonio Spurs News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 18
Kevin Garnett sends Spurs a message about Victor Wembanyama. Are they listening?
Hall of Fame forward Kevin Garnett wants to spend more time with San Antonio Spurs All-Star Victor Wembanyama. Spurs’ All-Star Wembanyama blows away Garnett, and the 2008 champion is asking San Antonio for 1-on-1 sessions with the young phenom.
The 'Youngest 40-point NBA games' quiz
How many of the NBA players to score at least 40 points in a game before turning 21 years old can you name in six minutes?
NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / December 18
Eddie Johnson picks out underrated San Antonio Spurs star who gave Jalen Brunson ‘a hard time…’
Eddie Johnson believes one star on the San Antonio Spurs deserves some praise for the defense he played against Jalen Brunson. The New York Knicks just made history, defeating the San Antonio Spurs in Las Vegas to win the NBA Cup, their first trophy in 53 years.
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 / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 18
The reality Spurs must face after fielding full team for first time in NBA Cup loss to Knicks
It may have not been a coincidence. The San Antonio Spurs’ huge victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Cup Semifinals also marked the first game in which Victor Wemanyama, De’Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper were all able to play.
San Antonio Spurs News / Hardwood Heroics / December 18
Spurs’ Resurgence Highlighted by Draymond Green Praising Stephon Castle: 'One of the Ultimate Winners'
The San Antonio Spurs had a resurgence for the 2025-26 NBA season. Their 18-7 record shows that their young core has begun to discover ways to succeed.
NBA News / Field Level Media / December 17
Spurs can bring momentum from NBA Cup into clash with Wizards
The San Antonio Spurs will look to parlay the momentum from a runner-up finish in the NBA Cup and a healthy roster into continued success when they host the Washington Wizards on Thursday.
San Antonio Spurs News / Pounding the Rock / December 17
Sights and Sounds from the NBA Cup Finals in Las Vegas
The start of some of the best ‘fanboy-like’ 36 hours of my decades of supporting the Spurs started on Monday after a very late lunch, which allowed me to return to my hotel and see a parade of San Antonio’s players and staff retreat to their secluded base.
Dylan Harper News / NBA Draft on SI / December 17
Dylan Harper is Becoming a Major Piece to the Spurs' Championship Hopes
It's rare to see a top NBA Draft pick land in a situation where his team has championship hopes in year one. A top-three selection would normally be the focal point of a franchise in a long rebuilding process.
Victor Wembanyama News / NBA Analysis Network / December 17
Lou Williams suggests Victor Wembanyama to play more ‘unethical basketball’ like Kevin Durant
Victor Wembanyama is arguably already one of the best players in the NBA. While health issues may have cost him some awards, Victor Wembanyama is a legitimate candidate for Defensive Player of the Year, as well as an All-Star and All-NBA selection this season.
Manu Ginobili News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 17
Manu Ginobili celebrates Knicks, Spurs for incredible NBA Cup Championship game
An epic fourth-quarter comeback by the New York Knicks led to their victory over the San Antonio Spurs and their NBA Cup title. In fact, among those watching was former San Antonio Spur Manu Ginobili.
San Antonio Spurs News / HITC / December 17
Kendrick Perkins makes ‘on notice’ point over San Antonio Spurs title hopes after NBA Cup loss
Kendrick Perkins had a lot to say about the San Antonio Spurs and their status as contenders. The San Antonio Spurs lost to the New York Knicks in the NBA Cup final in heartbreaking fashion.
NBA News / The SportsRush / December 17
Victor Wembanyama Caught Ignoring Jalen Brunson’s Handshake Post Spurs’ NBA Cup Loss to the Knicks
The city of New York rejoiced Tuesday night as the Knicks lifted silverware in the NBA for the first time in over 50 years. The mood was overwhelming and festive even though the win wasn’t at the end of a seven-game Finals series.
San Antonio Spurs News / Pounding the Rock / December 17
What We Learned from the Spurs loss to the Knicks
Victor Wembanyama must be human after all, and despite losing in the Emirates Cup Final, the San Antonio Spurs can cope, knowing $212,373 is waiting for them for whatever they have in mind.
Manu Ginobili News / Athlon Sports / December 17
NBA Legend Manu Ginobili Speaks Out on Spurs After Loss to Knicks
On Tuesday, the San Antonio Spurs attempted to realize their ambition of winning the NBA Cup. Unfortunately for the Spurs, the New York Knicks were a more experienced team, and they couldn't overcome them in the final round of the In-Season Tournament.
San Antonio Spurs News / Larry Brown Sports / December 17
Victor Wembanyama shared emotional news after Spurs lost NBA Cup title game
Victor Wembanyama was in tears Tuesday during his postgame press conference, but the reason went beyond the confines of the basketball court. The San Antonio Spurs star was emotional as he addressed reporters following his team’s 124-113 loss to the New York Knicks in the NBA Cup final at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nev.
San Antonio Spurs News / Yardbarker / December 17
NBA Cup history suggests Spurs loss is positive omen
The San Antonio Spurs lost the NBA Cup final Tuesday night. But the limited history of the NBA Cup shows that defeat may lead to big things in the near future.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 17
NBA Cup win announces Knicks as serious title contenders
We're a long way from the playoffs, but the Knicks are showing they've got prime-time players — even deep on their bench.
Jalen Brunson News / Yardbarker / December 17
Examining what Knicks' NBA Cup championship actually means
For as prominent of a franchise as the Knicks are in the NBA, championship success has not always followed them.
San Antonio Spurs News / Last Word On Sports / December 15
NBA Cup Final: Win Or Lose, The Spurs Are Winners
LAS VEGAS — The Spurs and Knicks meet Tuesday night in Las Vegas for the NBA Cup final. The league will crown a first-time champion. That alone gives the game weight.
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