Small Market Bias: A San Antonio Spurs Podcast

Matthew Tynan joins Alexander Tassopoulos on a Bleav in Mavs crossover pod to discuss opening night of the season for both teams before diving into the future of each side, as well as the rivalry between them. More specifically, the potential for reignited disdain. Plus, a little bit of Astros-Rangers talk.

Follow Alex on X/Twitter @tasspointoh

Follow Matthew @Matthew_Tynan

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

First, Trevor Zickgraf and Bruno Passos join Matthew Tynan to further preview the upcoming regular season with some interesting player props.

Then, the guys go long on the first-ever Small Market Bias NBA Vibes Draft.

Finally, Bruno has a message for a certain somebody.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

First, Matthew Tynan and Bruno Passos dissect the Spurs' new-look, big lineup featuring Jeremy Sochan at point guard. While the offense gets a lot of attention, the defense is where the biggest changes should take place with this setup.

Then, after the break, they take a longer look at Devin Vassell's outlook after a great game, and wonder where Keldon Johnson is going to slot in going forward.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

First, Matthew and Trevor fawn over the way Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren performed on Monday before attempting to recognize other nice performances from the Spurs' roster (remember, other players still exist).

Then they discuss how how great it is to see San Antonio's preseason slate feature some old rivals, and how it feels like there's already some animosity brewing between the new-age versions of these teams.

And finally, your mailbag questions!

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

First, Matthew Tynan asks Bruno Passos to name the coach most likely to be fired first, per BetOnline, before then moving on to a quick conversation about Passos' interview with Julian Champagnie.

Then the two jump into the ongoing mystery behind the Spurs' starting lineup, going over strategy and perhaps coming to a surprising "conclusion" based the reading of tea leaves.

Finally, a long look at the specifics of Devin Vassell's new contract extension, and which details seem to be the most interesting.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

First, Trevor is taken aback by the utter disrespect and contempt Vegas seems to have for Deandre Ayton, and the shocking realization Phoenix only has one player remaining from its 2021 NBA Finals team.

Then, the guys dive deeper into the Damian Lillard trade and try to figure out what the Trail Blazers and Suns were thinking in the deal.

Finally, the big topic of the day: Reggie Bullock and the back end of the Spurs' rotation. What was San Antonio thinking?!

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

First, Bruno Passos answers your pressing Cam Payne questions before he and Matthew Tynan discuss the NBA's new Player Participation Policy.

Then, the two talk about Victor Wembanyama's statement to L'Equipe that he will be representing France in next summer's Olympics, the Devin Vassell situation, and a few different roster questions as training camp approaches.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matthew Tynan is joined by Bruno Passos of Pounding the Rock to discuss a whole smorgasbord of topics.

First, a quick FIBA discussion before diving into Devin Vassell's case for Most Improved Player. Will he perform well enough to make it to the top of a long list? And if he does, is he public-facing enough to garner the requisite attention?

Then, a conversation about Giannis Antetokounmpo's murky-ish future in Milwaukee, and whether or not the Spurs are in position to go all in on a potential deal if things don't work out with the Bucks.

Finally, a whole variety of mailbag questions are answered!

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

First, Matthew and Trevor attempt to analyze why Vegas has docked the Spurs two wins on the season since the original release of NBA win totals earlier this summer.

After that, they take a look at the recently released schedule and talk about the increase in baseball-style series, the uncharacteristically low number of back-to-backs for San Antonio, and Trevor's hatred for the new In-Season Tournament.

Finally, following the mid-roll break, your wonderful mailbag questions are answered!

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

First, Matthew and Bruno discuss Rookie of the Year odds and whether or not Victor Wembanyama is the rightful favorite to win the award. Then they take a look at the new acquisitions, the freshly re-signed players, and what they all have in common. Finally, they assess Keldon Johnson's recent comments about being willing to come off the bench before finishing with a convo about Devin Vassell's contract situation.

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.