San Antonio Spurs
NBA PM: Some Tar Heel Mojo For Warriors?
Harrison Barnes helping change the culture for Golden State ... Spurs already behind the eight ball? ... What the Brooklyn Nets are still missing . . . »Read More

San Antonio Spurs Sign James Anderson
Spurs sign free agent guard James Anderson. via Marc Spears of Yahoo! Sports/Twitter »Read More

Spurs Interested in Mickael Pietrus?
Hearing Spurs do have interest in Mickael Pietrus — natural w/2 other Frenchmen on roster — but Pietrus still seeks more than NBA minimum Spurs currently $1,149,135 below NBA’s luxury-tax line, enough to offer... »Read More

Spurs Not Using Injuries as an Excuse
The Spurs were already down one starting small forward before they even walked into the AT&T Center on Monday night. Eleven minutes and nine seconds into the game against the Los Angeles Clippers, they... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week Three
The L.A. Clippers rise to the top of the rankings, edging out the powerful Memphis Grizzlies. »Read More

Popovich: Kawhi Leonard a ‘Sponge’
It is further evidence of Popovich’s confidence in the young starter’s ability to handle pressure. So when the Knicks bring the league’s only undefeated record into the AT&T Center tonight in the Spurs’ first... »Read More
NBA MVP Watch: November 15th
HOOPSWORLD takes a look at the 2012-13 MVP race after the second week of the NBA season. »Read More

What’s Wrong with Spurs’ Manu Ginobili?
Not to be an alarmist, but that’s yet another injury worry for Manu Ginobili, who was questionable with more back issues. He entered the season raving about how great he felt but has yet... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week Two
The San Antonio Spurs still top the NBA Power Rankings although the N.Y. Knicks are close behind. »Read More

Cousins Upset by Sean Elliott’s Criticism
This was supposed to be a big game for DeMarcus Cousins. He loves playing against the best in the NBA, and he was facing San Antonio Spurs star Tim Duncan. But there wasn’t as much Duncan vs.... »Read More
NBA MVP Watch: November 8th
HOOPSWORLD's takes a look at the 2012-13 MVP race after the first week of the NBA season. »Read More

Spurs Surprised by First 4-0 Start
The San Antonio Spurs have won four NBA championships, made 32 playoff appearances and captured 18 division titles in their 40-year history. Yet for all their success, they had never opened a season with... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week One
The 2012/13 NBA Regular Season is finally underway and the standings are already all over the map. »Read More

Popovich High On Utah’s Dennis Lindsey
On the subject of former Spurs assistant general manager Dennis Lindsey, who left the franchise this summer to become general manager of the Utah Jazz, Popovich almost couldn’t stop talking. “Dennis is a gem,”... »Read More

Preparation Key to Duncan’s Success?
“He’s looked like this the last three or four years,” Spurs coach Gregg Popovich said of Duncan’s work during the Spurs’ 2-0 start. “He’s taken great care of himself in the summer, watched what... »Read More

San Antonio Spurs Focusing On Defense
“I think the last couple years, our focus has kind of been on offense, trying to up our tempo and be more of a scoring team,” said Tim Duncan, the Spurs’ leading scorer after... »Read More
NBA PM: 10 NBA Tricks And Treats
Ten tricks and treats from Halloween night NBA action ... Wesley Johnson's big shot in Phoenix ... Michael Jordan wants the "Hornets" name back and has big plans for his team . . . »Read More

Parker Believes Spurs Still Contenders
Seemingly, the San Antonio Spurs – the best regular-season team in the NBA the last two years – and their trio of stars have become an afterthought. But Tony Parker, All-Star point guard and... »Read More
50 NBA Predictions for 2012-13 (Part 1)
Joel Brigham makes his annual list of 50 predictions for the upcoming NBA season. How will he do for 2012-13? »Read More
Ranking the Western Conference
With the preseason in the books, HOOPSWORLD ranks the NBA's Western Conference teams. »Read More

Anthony Davis the next Tim Duncan?
The long arms are the same, and so is the stoic facade. The most anticipated rookie in the NBA this season combines a superstar’s skill set with a 12th-man’s work ethic, and a capacity... »Read More

Ginobili Out for Spurs Season Opener
@manuginobili won’t travel to New Orleans for opener; back to be reassessed Thursday via Mike Monroe via Twitter »Read More

Spurs Waive Josh Powell
The Spurs will enter the regular season with a 14-man roster after waiving Josh Powell, the team’s last remaining free agent, following Friday’s 100-85 victory over Washington. Powell, a six-year veteran, outlasted five other... »Read More

San Antonio Spurs Waive Two
The San Antonio Spurs today announced that they have waived forwards JaMychal Green and Wesley Witherspoon. Green was signed by the Spurs on Oct. 22. He did not appear in any preseason games. Witherspoon... »Read More

Should Spurs Worry About Kawhi Leonard?
After a summer devoted to developing skills for what the Spurs hope will be a significant increase in his offensive efficiency, Kawhi Leonard is painfully aware he enters tonight’s preseason finale against the Wizards... »Read More

Holt Named Chairman, Board of Governors
NBA Commissioner David Stern today announced that Spurs Sports and Entertainment Chairman and CEO Peter Holt has been elected Chairman of the NBA Board of Governors. Holt replaces Minnesota Timberwolves majority owner Glen Taylor,... »Read More

Josh Powell to Earn Spot With Spurs?
In five preseason appearances, Powell has averaged seven points and 5.2 rebounds, shooting 63.6 percent from the field. He also has proved to be an active defender. Though the team is under no obligation... »Read More

Eddy Curry Waived by Spurs
Spurs waive center Eddy Curry and forward Derrick Brown. via Marc J. Spears via Twitter »Read More

Will the Spurs Keep Curry or Brown?
Ten days before the start of the regular season, there technically remain four candidates to claim the Spurs’ 15th and final roster spot. Before Saturday’s 104-101 loss at Miami, Spurs coach Gregg Popovich winnowed... »Read More

Slimmed Down DeJuan Blair Making Impact
You can see the makings of six-pack abs through the stretchy, skin-tight tank top DeJuan Blair wears under his practice jersey. Some of his teammates insist he’s gotten skinny. “I’ve been getting that a... »Read More
2012-13 Fantasy Cheat Sheet: Top 40 Centers
A comprehensive ranking of the Top 40 forwards in Fantasy basketball available in drafts this season… »Read More

Derrick Brown Working to Earn Spot
“You don’t appreciate things sometimes until you’ve seen something else,” said Brown, a former Charlotte Bobcat. “I love it here. From top to bottom, this organization is run the right way. I’d love to... »Read More
NBA PM: Eddy Curry Nears Unlikely Comeback?
Could Eddy Curry revive his career in the most unlikely of places? ... Philadelphia's secret weapon? ... Can the Mavericks sustain a loss of Dirk Nowitzki? »Read More

‘Mini Manu’ Making an Impact on Spurs
So maybe Stephen Jackson was getting a bit ahead of himself earlier this week when he compared the Spurs’ lone rookie to an All-Star. Then again, Jackson has never been known for his temperance.... »Read More
Which Camp Invitees Can Make an NBA Roster?
Here are several training camp invitees who may be able to make an NBA roster. »Read More
2012-13 Fantasy Cheat Sheet: Top 50 Forwards
A comprehensive ranking of the Top 50 forwards in Fantasy basketball available in drafts this season… »Read More

Teams Interested in Eddy Curry
Even in the event Eddy Curry doesn’t make the Spurs, word is he’s played well enough to have drawn interest from several teams, which are supposedly keeping tabs on him. Then again, Curry no longer... »Read More
NBA Sunday: Hawks Searching For Small Forward
The Hawks traded long time starting small forward Marvin Williams this past summer and are searching for his replacement »Read More

Jackson: Nando De Colo is ‘Another Manu’
In just 14 minutes and 36 seconds of his first preseason game with the Spurs, rookie guard Nando De Colo established himself as a fan favorite Saturday with some of the slickest passing seen... »Read More

Spurs Waive Sherron Collins
The San Antonio Spurs today announced that they have waived guard Sherron Collins, who was signed by the team on Oct. 1. San Antonio’s roster now stands at 19. via NBA.com »Read More

Stephen Jackson Wants Contract Extension
In a good place in both his basketball and music careers, there’s not much that can keep a smile off Stephen Jackson’s face these days. Three days into his first Spurs’ training camp since... »Read More
2012-13 Fantasy Cheat Sheet: Top 50 Guards
A complete ranking of the top 50 guards available in drafts this October…. »Read More
NBA AM: Extending Manu Ginobili?
Don't be surprised if Manu Ginobili gets extended by the Spurs this season... Dwight Howard brushes off Shaq... Matt Barnes' career comes full circle and more! »Read More
NBA AM: The Orlando Magic Plan To Win Now
The Orlando Magic refuse to concede a winning mentality for the sake of rebuilding... James Harden will extend in Oklahoma City... DeJuan Blair wants to stay in San Antonio... Magic rookie Kyle O'Quinn... »Read More
Spurs Fueled By Western Conference Finals Loss
The San Antonio Spurs have yet to get over the way they ended last season and sound as if they will use it for motivation all season long. »Read More

Eddy Curry On Spurs Training Camp Roster
I’m not making this up: Eddy Curry, in Spurs camp, looks relatively fit. Claims he dropped another 15 lbs., played all summer at Miami U. via Mike Monroe via Twitter »Read More
NBA Preseason Power Rankings
The Miami HEAT, current NBA reigning champions, stay atop the preseason rankings but repeating will be no easy task. »Read More
HOOPSWORLD’S 2012-2013 Team Previews
A guide to HOOPSWORLD's 2012-2013 team previews! »Read More
Fantasy Rankings: Top 150 Overall for 2012-2013
The first look at the updated Top-150 overall fantasy hoops ranking for the 2012-2013 NBA campaign… »Read More

Spurs Add Four to Camp Roster
The San Antonio Spurs added Derrick Brown, Josh Powell, Tyler Wilkerson & Wesley Witherspoon to training camp roster. San Antonio’s roster now stands at 18. via Marc Spears of Yahoo! Sports/Twitter »Read More
NBA PM: 2013 Draft Obligations
A full 90 percent of the league has some sort of draft obligation in 2013 (coming in or going out), depending on protections. »Read More
2012-2013 San Antonio Spurs Season Preview
With the NBA season just around the corner, HOOPSWORLD takes a look at the 2012-2013 San Antonio Spurs. »Read More
Top Five Western Conference Teams to Watch
The NBA regular season is just a little over a month away from beginning, who should you be keeping an eye on in the Western Conference? »Read More
NBA AM: Spurs’ Championship Window Still Open?
Former Spur Bruce Bowen feels like last year was the team's best shot to win another ring... Knicks pass on Tracy McGrady... Jonas Valanciunas injury update and more! »Read More

Report: Spurs Sign Derrick Brown
The San Antonio Spurs have agreed to sign forward Derrick Brown to a one-year non-guaranteed deal. via Marc Spears of Yahoo! Sports/Twitter »Read More
NBA PM: Team Salaries Averaging $67.1 Million
The average team salary is currently about $67.1 million with eight tax teams and six remaining franchises under the salary cap. »Read More

NBA PM: The 1995 NBA MVP Myth
Picking the NBA contenders is easy, but this prediction is much harder ... The next NBA head coach? ... Dispelling the 1995 NBA MVP Myth ... »Read More
NBA AM: Perkins Offended By Lakers
The Lakers have emerged as an early preseason favorite, leaving the Oklahoma City Thunder feeling a bit disrespected »Read More

Source: Josh Howard, Spurs to Meet
Free agent forward Josh Howard to visit Spurs on Monday, source tells Y! Sports. via Marc J. Spears via Twitter »Read More
NBA PM: Spurs, Knicks Eyeing McGrady
Tracy McGrady remains unsigned, but he has set up workouts with the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks ... Miami Heat considering Hassan Whiteside ... Mickael Pietrus nearing decision? »Read More

McGrady Works Out For Spurs, Knicks
Still searching for an NBA franchise willing to guarantee a contract for next season, seven-time All-Star Tracy McGrady worked out for the San Antonio Spurs this week at the team’s practice facility, league sources... »Read More
NBA PM: West Teams Facing The Most Pressure
A look at five teams in the Western Conference who are facing the most pressure in 2012-13... A look at Tuesday's news and notes from across the league... »Read More

Japeth Aguilar Could Be First Filipino in NBA
The 25-year old Aguilar is a former Philippine Basketball Association No. 1 draft pick and has been working out for some D-League teams this summer but his goal is to make it into the... »Read More

Utah Jazz Statement Regarding Scott Layden
The following statements are regarding Scott Layden, who announced today he is leaving his position as a Utah Jazz assistant coach: “Scott has been a valued member of the Jazz family in a variety... »Read More

San Antonio Spurs Name Layden Asst. GM
The San Antonio Spurs today announced that Scott Layden has been named the team’s assistant general manager. Layden brings over 25 years of experience in the NBA to the Spurs front office. Layden has... »Read More

































