Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss Stephon Castle’ 40-point triple double and why the Spurs players will be busy on All-Star Weekend, especially their young guards Castle, Carter Bryant and Dylan Harper.

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Spurs' Harper looking to carry on family lineage at All-Star weekend

How Stephon Castle found his rhythm in a historic 40-point triple-double

The Spurs have one major goal at the start of their rodeo trip

How the Spurs keep promise to flood-ravaged community

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Columnist Mike Finger and  beat reporter Jeff McDonald discuss the Spurs surviving a brutal travel to beat Orlando, Mitch Johson as an All-Star coach and what the Spurs could do at the trade deadline.  

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Spurs' Victor Wembanyama earns another award from the NBA

‘They wanted our heads:’ The Spurs-OKC rivalry is ready for Part 5

Inside the harrowing 25 hours that led to the Spurs' win over Orlando

Warren grad Stanley Umude makes hometown debut for Spurs

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Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald  and Tom Orsborn discuss why the Spurs will need to get a lot more physical if they are going to contend for an NBA Championship. Also, why the Spurs will be well-represented at the All-Star weekend thanks to their Rising Stars.

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Spurs' Dylan Harper set for Rising Stars as reputation for smart play grows

Two more Spurs named Rising Stars

3 Takeaways as Spurs pratfall against Pelicans

Spurs players, coach react to Minneapolis deaths, unrest

Why the Spurs' Mitch Johnson could be a busy man come All-Star weekend

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Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald  and Tom Orsborn discuss why and how Victor Wembanyama was named an All-Star starter and why the 7-foot-4 Frenchman is shooting more 3-pointers. Also, the Gregg Popovich coaching tree was on display against the Jazz and why Carter Bryant doesn’t have to shave his head … yet.

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Victor Wembanyama's reaction to All-Star news was telling

3 Takeaways as Wembanyama flexes All-Star mettle

Why the Spurs bring out the best in Anthony Edwards

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Columnist Mike Finger and beat reporters Jeff McDonald  and Tom Orsborn discuss if the Spurs can knock off the Thunder again and how expectations have changed for the team already this season.

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Can Wembanyama stay healthy enough to win Defensive Player of the Year?

Can the Spurs make it four in a row over the vaunted Thunder?

Why there will be no more Sixth Man of the Year talk for Spurs' Wembanyama

Will Spurs trade Jeremy Sochan? 'It’s impossible not to think about'

3 Takeaways as Spurs fall in Wembanyama's starting return

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Columnist Mike Finger and beat reporters Jeff McDonald  and Tom Orsborn discuss Julian Champagnie’s big game versus the Knicks and why he’s become one of the most integral players this season.

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Spurs' Champagnie reveals secret to drawing jump-shooting fouls

Where does the Spurs' Victor Wembanyama rank in fan All-Star voting?

Why Trae Young, Spurs show that the best trades often are the ones not made

How Spurs coach Mitch Johnson is turning heads across the NBA

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Columnist Mike Finger and beat writers Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss the Spurs' huge breakthroughs of December, the hiccups that accompanied Victor Wembanyama’s move back into the starting lineup, and the challenges of dealing with success.  

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How the Spurs hope to beg forgiveness from the basketball gods

Wemby: Spurs focused on rest of season after toppling Thunder

Spurs determined to protect Wembanyama during ‘long, grueling’ season

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Columnist Mike Finger and beat writer Jeff McDonald discuss Victor Wembanyama’s sixth-man exploits, Jeremy Sochan’s fading role, and the Spurs’ surge heading into two holiday week showdowns with Oklahoma City.

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Spurs determined to protect Victor Wembanyama during 'long, grueling’ season

How Victor Wembanyama makes the simple look absurd

How Dylan Harper is getting a head start on his playoff education

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Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald  and Tom Orsborn discuss the Spurs the return of Victor Wembanyama and the victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Cup and what it means for the Spurs’ ever-growing season prospects.

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How in Wembanyama’s grand return, Spurs turn whispered promise into a roar

In first season as head coach, Mitch Johnson firmly in control of Spurs

Spurs' De'Aaron Fox gives teammates credit for his success

Victor Wembanyama thrived in limited minutes to lead Spurs past Thunder

Spurs' Victor Wembanyama says he 'trusted process' during injury rehab

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Columnist Mike Finger and beat reporter Jeff McDonald discuss the Spurs success even as they have been without Victor Wembanyama and Stephon Castle. Also, should the Spurs trade for Giannis? And could they win the NBA Cup?

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3 Takeaways as Dylan Harper lifts Spurs over Pelicans

To advance to Las Vegas, Spurs must end their Luka Doncic futility

Stephon Castle returns to the Spurs as timeline clears up for Victor Wembanyama

How the Spurs' veterans and rookies are learning from each other

Victor Wembanyama, Stephon Castle back (at practice)

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