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Victor Wembanyama’s MVP Run in Danger as Spurs Star Suffers Major Injury Blow vs. 76ers

Victor Wembanyama’s MVP Run in Danger as Spurs Star Suffers Major Injury Blow vs. 76ers

Victor Wembanyama meant it when he said he wants to win MVP. Since those comments, the San Antonio Spurs talisman has been in nuclear form. Three dominant double-doubles saw Wemby maintain the lead in the jam-packed MVP race.

Victor Wembanyama News / EssentiallySports / April 7
Victor Wembanyama Makes Two Locker Room Trips vs 76ers as Spurs HC Addresses Injury Concern

Victor Wembanyama Makes Two Locker Room Trips vs 76ers as Spurs HC Addresses Injury Concern

The San Antonio Spurs notched their 60th win of the season, but lost Victor Wembanyama in the process. The injury hit was early in the first half as the French phenom even tried coming back, but that wasn’t successful.

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The 'NBA active two-pointers leaders' quiz

The 'NBA active two-pointers leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players with at least 4,000 two-pointers made in their career can you name in five minutes?

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Stephon Castle News / Field Level Media / April 6
Stephon Castle’s fifth career triple-double helps Spurs beat 76ers

Stephon Castle’s fifth career triple-double helps Spurs beat 76ers

Stephon Castle produced his fifth career triple-double with 19 points, 13 assists and 11 rebounds to lead a balanced San Antonio attack as the host Spurs defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 115-102 on Monday.

NBA News / Pounding the Rock / April 6

San Antonio vs. Philadelphia, Final Score: Spurs lose Wemby but endure over 76ers, 115-102

The Spurs returned home from an OT loss in Denver to close the regular season on a four-game home stand, beginning against a fully healthy Philadelphia 76ers squad.

Victor Wembanyama News / Field Level Media / April 6
Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama (shoulder) won’t return vs. 76ers

Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama (shoulder) won’t return vs. 76ers

San Antonio Spurs star center Victor Wembanyama will not play in the second half of Monday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers after suffering a left rib contusion during a first-half collision with the 76ers' Paul George.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Victor Wembanyama News / Hoops Wire / April 6
Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama exits with rib contusion

Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama exits with rib contusion

The Spurs were without Victor Wembanyama for the second half of Monday’s game vs. the 76ers after the star big man suffered a left rib contusion. The team announced the injury during the game, with Wembanyama exiting after playing 16 minutes in the first half.

San Antonio Spurs News / Hoops Rumors / April 6
Victor Wembanyama Exits Monday’s Game With Rib Contusion

Victor Wembanyama Exits Monday’s Game With Rib Contusion

Spurs star Victor Wembanyama has been ruled out of the second half of Monday’s matchup vs. Philadelphia due to a left rib contusion, the team announced (Twitter link via Jared Weiss of The Athletic).

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NBA News / Pounding the Rock / April 6

It’s time for Basketball: San Antonio Spurs vs Philadelphia 76ers

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 / Pounding the Rock / April 6

Week in Review: Spurs get a taste of playoff ball during big road trip

Welcome to Week in Review: a Monday feature that looks back at the week that was for the San Antonio Spurs, takes a look at the week ahead, and more. Enjoy!

San Antonio Spurs News / HITC / April 6
Why Spurs legend Gregg Popovich deserves the blame for NBA’s 65-game rule, explains Kendrick Perkins

Why Spurs legend Gregg Popovich deserves the blame for NBA’s 65-game rule, explains Kendrick Perkins

Kendrick Perkins has pointed to Gregg Popovich as the original influence behind the NBA’s controversial 65-game rule, linking it directly to the rise of load management.

San Antonio Spurs News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 6
Bill Simmons makes surprising All-NBA case for Spurs’ Stephon Castle

Bill Simmons makes surprising All-NBA case for Spurs’ Stephon Castle

With the regular season winding down, the discussion in the NBA has turned to the individual awards, especially since several players have become ineligible due to the league’s 65-game rule.

NBA News / Field Level Media / April 5
Still plenty on the line as Spurs host 76ers

Still plenty on the line as Spurs host 76ers

The San Antonio Spurs look to rebound from a rare loss and get back on track in their chase for the top seed in the upcoming NBA playoffs when they host the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday.

San Antonio Spurs News / Hardwood Heroics / April 5
‘He Started the Whole’ — Kendrick Perkins Puts Gregg Popovich at Center of 65-Game Rule Debate

‘He Started the Whole’ — Kendrick Perkins Puts Gregg Popovich at Center of 65-Game Rule Debate

The NBA’s load management debate just got a fresh twist, and this time, the finger is pointed straight at a legend. Kendrick Perkins is not holding back, calling out Gregg Popovich as the origin of a trend that reshaped how teams handle their stars.

Julian Champagnie News / Total Pro Sports / April 5
Julian Champagnie Gets Honest About Being Cut by Philadelphia 76ers With Surprising Take 

Julian Champagnie Gets Honest About Being Cut by Philadelphia 76ers With Surprising Take 

Love the team that loves you back, they said, and Julian Champagnie took it to heart, and he’s having a great time at the San Antonio Spurs camp.  However, it was not like this the whole time.

San Antonio Spurs News / EssentiallySports / April 5
Charles Barkley Says Yelling at Players Is Not Bad Coaching, Cites Gregg Popovich, Pat Riley

Charles Barkley Says Yelling at Players Is Not Bad Coaching, Cites Gregg Popovich, Pat Riley

With 5 championships each and 2500+ combined regular-season wins, Pat Riley and Gregg Popovich’s legacy is sealed in the NBA history books. Hall of Famer Charles Barkley believes there is a key reason why the coaches succeed and built a dynasty.

Keldon Johnson News / Athlon Sports / April 3
Spurs' Keldon Johnson Makes Franchise History on Thursday

Spurs' Keldon Johnson Makes Franchise History on Thursday

The San Antonio Spurs have been one of the most entertaining teams to watch in the 2025-26 NBA season. Most of it has to do with Victor Wembanyama, who has emerged as an MVP-like star.

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