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Mitch Johnson gets real about Spurs loss to Cavs amid tough streak

The San Antonio Spurs are off to a start that could lead to the franchise’s first playoff berth since 2019. Combine that with recent news surrounding possible

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Highlights: Fox and Vassell combine for 53 points against Cavs

Coming off an exciting win versus the Orlando Magic, the Spurs traveled to Cleveland to take on the Cavaliers. Before the game, the Spurs received the news that Luke Kornet would be out with ankle soreness.

San Antonio Spurs News / Pounding the Rock / December 6

What We Learned from the Spurs loss to the Cavaliers

After a 130-117 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers that saw the San Antonio Spurs blown out 44-19 in the third quarter, Mitch Johnson said the team was experiencing some “mental fatigue.” Johnson mentioned that the Silver and Black lacked focus and physicality on the defensive end.

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.

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NBA News / Pounding the Rock / December 5

Shorthanded Spurs miss their rim protectors in loss to the Cavaliers

The Spurs had been doing well at masking major absences, but couldn’t survive one more in their visit to Cleveland. Luke Kornet joined Victor Wembanyama in the injury report, and the blow to the interior defense was too severe to patch over.

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Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

San Antonio Spurs News / Pounding the Rock / December 5

San Antonio vs Cleveland, Final Score: Cavs gut Spurs, 130-117

The San Antonio Spurs, in their third city in four nights, couldn’t withstand the feisty Cleveland Cavaliers. The teams played evenly for the first half, but the Spurs transition defense was weaker than normal and Cleveland got everything they wanted in the lane en route to a massive third quarter that put the visitors away.

NBA News / Pounding the Rock / December 5

It’s time for Basketball: Spurs at Cleveland Cavaliers

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.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 4

Resilient Spurs' winding travels pit them against Cavaliers

The San Antonio Spurs are getting the job done during their most challenging stretch of the season, a nine-city journey over 18 days. Luke Kornet blocked Franz Wagner as time expired Wednesday to preserve a 114-112 road victory over the Orlando Magic in the sixth stop on the trip.

Victor Wembanyama News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 4

How De’Aaron Fox is saving Spurs amid Victor Wembanyama’s injury absence

De’Aaron Fox has propelled the San Antonio Spurs through one of their most challenging stretches of the season, keeping the team in the upper tier of the Western Conference standings despite the continued absence of Victor Wembanyama.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / December 4

'Just Trying to Lead With My Voice' – San Antonio Spurs’ De’Aaron Fox Was Clutch in the Team’s Narrow Win Vs. Orlando Magic

De’Aaron Fox has been stepping up as the leader for the San Antonio Spurs in the absence of Victor Wembanyama, and he was instrumental in their 114-112 road win over the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night.

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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De'Aaron Fox News / Field Level Media / December 3

De'Aaron Fox nets 31 as Spurs survive late Magic rally

De'Aaron Fox made two foul shots with 1.4 seconds left and finished with 31 points as the visiting San Antonio Spurs withstood a fourth-quarter rally to beat the Orlando Magic 114-112 on Wednesday.

Dylan Harper News / NBA Draft on SI / December 3

Dylan Harper Starting to Return to Form for Spurs

Dylan Harper has had limited opportunities for the San Antonio Spurs this season, but he's taken full advantage of the somewhat sparing minutes he has received.