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Spurs trade idea sees San Antonio complete 'Luka Doncic-like heist' involving De'Aaron Fox originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The San Antonio Spurs are making noise in the Western Conference.
The Oklahoma City Thunder lost to the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Cup semifinal on Saturday night. Could this be replicated by the Spurs moving forward?
Spurs center Victor Wembanyama played limited minutes during the semifinal victory over the Thunder. Now, head coach Mitch Johnson has expressed that the team is considering employing a similar strategy in the NBA Cup final.
San Antonio acquires the G-League rights to a former top-10 pick originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. Ahead of their NBA Cup Finals matchup against the New York Knicks on Tuesday, the San Antonio Spurs G-League affiliate, the Austin Spurs made a significant roster move.
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Victor Wembanyama not yet ready to say Thunder-Spurs rivalry is back
Meanwhile, Victor Wembanyama returned from a 12-game absence dealing with a calf strain. He made it back in time for the NBA Cup semifinals. It was a good experience for the Spurs as they will likely punch their ticket to the playoffs for the first time with their young group this year.
New York hosts the San Antonio Spurs after Jalen Brunson scored 40 points in the New York Knicks' 132-120 win against the Orlando Magic.
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"If Wemby's healthy, the Spurs could win it all" – Chris Broussard says Wembanyama's injury unlocked San Antonio's full potential
Last night's NBA Cup semifinal between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the San Antonio Spurs lived up to its billing. Mitch Johnson's team played in a game with true playoff intensity and earned a 111–109 win against the reigning champions.