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San Antonio’s 2026 Finals run hinged on Devin Vassell and Keldon Johnson embracing new roles after the arrival of Victor Wembanyama; Vassell became a catch-and-shoot threat with lockdown defense, Johnson accepted a bench role to win Sixth Man of the Year, and their unselfish contributions powered the Spurs through the Western Conference Finals, including timely scoring from Vassell and a defining Game 7 from Johnson.
Devin Vassell, a longtime Spur, anchors San Antonio’s playoff turnaround with on-court leadership and off-court community work, as the team embraces unselfish play and eyes a championship alongside rising star Victor Wembanyama.
The San Antonio Spurs will face the Miami Heat in their first NBA preseason game, with key players like Devin Vassell returning and others still questionable due to injuries. The game will showcase Wembanyama and Kornet's effective duo against Miami's size, and Vassell's role in the offense. Rookie Carter Bryant also aims to build on his promising debut. The game is scheduled for October 8th at 6:30 PM CT, broadcast on NBA TV.
The San Antonio Spurs lost to the Sacramento Kings, but showed promise with strong performances from Devin Vassell and Victor Wembanyama. The team's defense and shooting remain areas for improvement, while young players like Jeremy Sochan are starting to show potential. Coach Gregg Popovich praised the team's effort and highlighted the need for more shooting and defensive improvement as they head into the offseason.
Tonight's NBA player prop bets feature Devin Vassell's turnovers over 1.5 against the Charlotte Hornets due to high usage and active defenders, and Tyler Herro's points over 22.5 against the Atlanta Hawks, taking advantage of their defensive vulnerabilities and potential for a Miami Heat win.
Victor Wembanyama shows restraint as Devin Vassell shines, leading the San Antonio Spurs to a 129-115 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers and snapping their franchise-record 18-game losing streak. Wembanyama, considered a revolutionary prospect, took a backseat to teammate Vassell, who scored a career-high 36 points. Wembanyama displayed patience and maturity, taking only 13 shots and embracing the facilitator role with five assists. The Spurs' strong defense and Vassell's performance offer hope for future success.
The San Antonio Spurs ended their historic 18-game losing streak with a 129-115 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers. Devin Vassell led the way with a career-high 36 points, while rookie Victor Wembanyama contributed 13 points, 15 rebounds, 5 assists, 2 blocks, and 2 steals. LeBron James returned for the Lakers but couldn't prevent the loss. The Spurs had a double-digit lead for the first time since their last win on Nov. 2, overcoming a third-quarter hurdle that had plagued them all season.
The San Antonio Spurs secured an exciting overtime win against the Houston Rockets, showcasing highlight-reel plays from players like Devin Vassell, who tied a game-high 25 points, and Victor Wembanyama, who achieved his first career double-double with 21 points and 12 rebounds. Keldon Johnson also contributed with 20 points, while Tre Jones and Zach Collins impressed with 8 assists each. The Spurs' young and talented roster is generating optimism and high expectations for the season ahead.
The San Antonio Spurs secured a 120-104 preseason win against the Miami Heat, with standout performances from Victor Wembanyama and Devin Vassell. Wembanyama impressed with his passing and minutes at center, while Vassell showcased his shooting skills. Jeremy Sochan struggled as the starting point guard, but it's too early to judge. Tre Jones looked solid off the bench, and Charles Bassey and Cedi Osman performed well as replacements. Julian Champagnie struggled with his shooting, and the Spurs still need to make roster cuts. Dominick Barlow showed promise, potentially impacting the fate of other players. The Spurs will face the Houston Rockets in their next preseason game.
San Antonio Spurs guard Devin Vassell has agreed to a five-year, $146 million contract extension, solidifying himself as one of the team's cornerstone young players. Vassell, the 11th overall pick in the 2020 NBA draft, has shown significant improvement in his scoring and catch-and-shoot 3-point shooting over his three seasons in the league. He joins a group of players from his draft class who have also agreed to contract extensions.
The San Antonio Spurs suffered a blowout loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, shooting just 38.7% from the field and hitting only 9-39 from three. However, the return of Jeremy Sochan was a bright spot, as he was efficient on offense with 16 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 assists. Devin Vassell also showed promise as a shot creator, leading a Spurs run in the first half. The Spurs' bench, including newcomers Sandro Mamukelashvili and Julian Champagnie, contributed 20 points. Keita Bates-Diop played hard throughout the game.
The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Orlando Magic with a strong performance from rookies Jeremy Sochan and Zach Collins, who scored 29 and 25 points respectively. Sochan also had a double-double with 22 rebounds, while Collins has been averaging 18 points and 8.4 rebounds per game in March. Devin Vassell also contributed with 10 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists, and 2 blocks. The Spurs shot well beyond the arc at 53.7% and will face the Dallas Mavericks next.