Tag: Victor Wembanyama
NBA preseason power rankings: Thunder, Spurs lead all 30 teams
The NBA preseason is underway, which means it’s also time for everybody’s favorite October exercise; Ranking teams before the games actually count.
Here’s the complete...
Ralph Sampson’s advice for Victor Wembanyama: ‘Stay healthy’
Ralph Sampson sees enormous potential in Victor Wembanyama. He also knows how quickly a career can change.
“Stay healthy,” the former No. 1 overall pick...
Victor Wembanyama reportedly passing on U.S. interviews, except for ‘60 Minutes’
Victor Wembanyama may be keeping his U.S. interviews to a minimum. There is, however, one outlet he’s willing to talk to: 60 Minutes.
“He’s locked...
Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama says he won’t ever promote gambling: ‘Absolutely not’
Victor Wembanyama is willing to sell some things, but sports gambling apparently won't be one of them.
The Spurs star was asked whether he would...
Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama on Finals loss: ‘We’re going to face these emotions’
Victor Wembanyama hasn't forgotten how last season ended. Apparently, there were nights when the NBA Finals wouldn't let him.
The Spurs star admitted that losing...
Victor Wembanyama still feels Finals loss, but Spurs are ‘ready’
Victor Wembanyama hasn’t shaken the Spurs’ loss to the Knicks in the NBA Finals. Some nights, it has followed him to bed.
“I’ve had a...
NBA Notes: Lakers, Luka Doncic, Spurs, Victor Wembanyama, 2027 Draft
Lakers
Luka Doncic is making his way back to Los Angeles. Apparently, that includes reminding everyone to remain properly hydrated.
Doncic appeared in a new Gatorade...
NBA Notes: Mavericks, Cooper Flagg, Thunder, Cason Wallace, Spurs
Mavericks
The Mavericks have Cooper Flagg. Apparently, that alone was not enough to convince ESPN that their immediate future belongs among the NBA’s brightest.
ESPN ranked...
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s biggest MVP obstacle may be history
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has the statistics. He has the victories. He has two consecutive MVP awards.
Getting a third may require voters to place him in...
NBA Notes: Spurs, Kelly Olynyk, Mavericks, Dirk Nowitzki, Sixers
Spurs
Kelly Olynyk may not be finished with the Spurs after all.
The free-agent big man has spent time in San Antonio this offseason and worked...
The Ringer ranks Shai Gilgeous-Alexander No. 1 in NBA; Donovan Mitchell 11th
The Ringer has released its latest ranking of the NBA’s top players, and there’s no shortage of material for debate.
Start at the very top.
Shai...
Spurs Offseason Primer: Is Dylan Harper ready to start?
The Spurs reached the NBA Finals last season. Apparently, they're still not done figuring out who should start at point guard.
ESPN's Michael C. Wright...
Lakers, 76ers, Spurs lead NBA in national TV appearances
Want to know which teams the NBA believes people want to watch? The national television schedule is usually a pretty good place to start.
The...
NBA announces Christmas Day, some opening week games
The NBA apparently wasn't going to wait for the full schedule release to start generating some buzz.
And putting LeBron James back in Los Angeles...
Victor Wembanyama agrees with idea that he can score 100 in a game
Victor Wembanyama has already done some things that don't look particularly normal on a basketball court.
Apparently, he believes scoring 100 points in a game...
Spurs remain favorites in Southwest, but Rockets offer betting value
What a difference a year makes.
Last season, the San Antonio Spurs weren't even favored to win the Southwest Division, let alone make a run...
