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Dylan Harper explains what’s so ‘great’ about playing for Spurs

After San Antonio Spurs rookie Dylan Harper helped lead his team to an NBA Cup quarterfinal victory against the Los Angeles Lakers, he gushed over being a member of the organization.

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Victor Wembanyama-less Spurs proving they’re a legit contender with Wemby

To win in the modern NBA, you need two things: a transcendent superstar and a roster full of athletic playmakers that can also play good to great defense.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 11

Spurs’ De’Aaron Fox drops truth bomb on ultimate goal after destroying Lakers in NBA Cup

After knocking out the Las Angeles Lakers, the San Antonio Spurs are two wins away from claiming the NBA Cup. It would prove quite the accomplishment given

NBA News / Athlon Sports / December 11

ESPN’s Blockbuster Mock Trade Pairs Anthony Davis with Victor Wembanyama

The San Antonio Spurs’ search for a long-term cornerstone to complement Victor Wembanyama could end with a trade for a former NBA champion from the Dallas Mavericks.

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NBA News / The Predictors / December 11

Spurs move past Lakers to advance to NBA Cup semifinal, 132-119

Stephon Castle delivered a breakout performance, scoring 30 points to lead the San Antonio Spurs past the Los Angeles Lakers 132–119 in Wednesday’s NBA Cup quarterfinal.

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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.

San Antonio Spurs News / The SportsRush / December 11

De’Aaron Fox Gets Real on Luke Kornet Handling Victor Wembanyama’s Absence

The Spurs dominated the Lakers in an NBA Cup quarterfinals game that wasn’t even as close as the 132-119 final score indicated. It was an extremely impressive performance from San Antonio, especially considering that the Lakers were at full strength but the Spurs were playing without Victor Wembanyama.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 11

Spurs’ Stephon Castle gets 12-word LeBron James message on signed Lakers jersey

The San Antonio Spurs have had to play the past few weeks without their star Victor Wembanyama, but it hasn’t been a problem for them, as they’re still winning games.

Stephon Castle News / Pounding the Rock / December 11

Highlights: Stephon Castle does it all in Quarterfinals win over Lakers

Whoever was concerned about the Spurs having “too much guard talent” can rest assured, it’s not a bad problem to have. Much ado was made about the Spurs

Victor Wembanyama News / Last Word On Sports / December 11

Spurs Reveal 2 More 'Untouchable' Players And Victor Wembanyama Could Return Soon

The San Antonio Spurs are off to a strong start to the 2025-26 season as they look to end a six-year playoff drought. More significantly, the Spurs, who have played the long game in their rebuild, are reportedly looking long-term in light of revelations that two of their young guards are “untouchable”.

San Antonio Spurs News / HITC / December 11

San Antonio Spurs star Stephon Castle joins MLS NEXT Pro in a new role

MLS’s popularity is slowly but surely growing in the United States of America and Canada. Evidently, the arrival of the likes of Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez has played a crucial role in the MLS’ growing popularity.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / December 11

Thunder, Spurs advance in NBA Cup; league announces schedule changes

The Thunder and Spurs will meet in the NBA Cup semifinals in Las Vegas on Saturday after winning their respective quarterfinal matchups on Wednesday. The Thunder improved to 24-1 on the season with a blowout home victory over the Suns.

San Antonio Spurs News / Pounding the Rock / December 11

What we learned from the Spurs win over the Lakers

The San Antonio Spurs keep winning high-stakes games without Victor Wembanyama. Each player has doubled their payday to $106,187 if they go no further in Emirates Cup Play, and the two-way contracts get half of that.

Stephon Castle News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 11

Spurs’ Stephon Castle joins Spurs legends with impressive feat vs Lakers in NBA Cup

Move over, Tim Duncan and Victor Wembanayama. Make some room for Stephon Castle. The reigning Rookie of the Year joined the greatest power forward ever and a player who may go down as one of the absolute greats in the San Antonio Spurs’ 132-119 victory vs.

NBA News / Yardbarker / December 11

NBA Cup semifinal is just the first of many big Spurs-Thunder games

If the Spurs' young talent continues to deliver, these teams could be battling for Western Conference supremacy the rest of the decade.

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NBA News / Ball Exclusives / December 11

Spurs stun Lakers to advance to NBA West Cup Semifinals

The San Antonio Spurs walked into Crypto.com Arena on Wednesday night as underdogs and walked out with a ticket to Las Vegas. Behind a relentless defensive effort and timely shot‑making, the Spurs defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 132-119 to advance to the NBA Cup West Semifinals.

Victor Wembanyama News / EssentiallySports / December 11

How Long Is Victor Wembanyama Out For? Spurs Provide Official Update

The San Antonio Spurs have been surprisingly competitive behind De’Aaron Fox, but every fan is looking forward to Victor Wembanyama’s return. The superstar center is currently sidelined with a left calf strain, an injury suffered during a mid-November matchup against the Golden State Warriors.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 11

Spurs take down Lakers, advance to NBA Cup West final

Stephon Castle scored 30 points with 10 rebounds and De'Aaron Fox added 20 points as the San Antonio Spurs advanced to the NBA Cup West final with a 132-119 road victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday.

San Antonio Spurs News / Last Word On Sports / December 9

3 Reasons Trading For Giannis Is A Mistake Spurs Cannot Afford

The San Antonio Spurs rarely chase stars; they build them. Last season, they made a trade for De’Aaron Fox, and that was something that hadn’t happened in a long time.

NBA News / The Predictors / December 9

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.