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Wembanyama's 40-point gem fuels Spurs' playoff push vs Mavericks
sports2 hours ago

Wembanyama's 40-point gem fuels Spurs' playoff push vs Mavericks

Victor Wembanyama scored 40 points with 13 rebounds, 5 assists and 2 blocks to power the Spurs past the Mavericks 139-120, silencing doubts about his playoff health and underscoring a strong two-way presence as San Antonio positions itself for a deep postseason run. De’Aaron Fox fueled the third-quarter surge, with Carter Bryant and Cooper Flagg contributing, while seeding implications loom as the Spurs eye potential second-round matchups against the Lakers or Timberwolves and a possible Nuggets test.

via Pounding The Rock|
#dallas-mavericks#defensive-player-of-the-year#nba-playoffs
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Emerges as MVP Front-Runner in Peers Poll
sports9 hours ago

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Emerges as MVP Front-Runner in Peers Poll

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is viewed as the MVP front-runner by NBA peers in a The Athletic poll, with 39% backing him over Nikola Jokic (21.4%) and Victor Wembanyama (5%). He averages 31.1 points on 55.3% shooting with 6.6 assists, helping the Thunder post elite defensive ratings and an .800 winning percentage, while his scoring streaks and consistency bolster support. Betting odds align with the peers’ view, and a title would make him only the 14th MVP in league history.

via Thunderous Intentions|
#nba-mvp#nikola-jokic#okc-thunder
Wembanyama fuels Spurs' 9th straight with 41-point, 16-rebound performance
sports11 days ago

Wembanyama fuels Spurs' 9th straight with 41-point, 16-rebound performance

Victor Wembanyama scored a season-high 41 points with 16 rebounds, recording the fastest double-double in NBA history as the San Antonio Spurs routed the Chicago Bulls 129-114 to extend their winning streak to nine. Tre Jones added 23 points for the Bulls, who dropped their fourth straight after the team waived Jaden Ivey prior to the trip.

via CBS Sports|
#chicago-bulls#fastest-double-double#nba
CBS Call Sparks Social Buzz as UConn Edges Duke; ABS Challenge Debuts Big in MLB Weekend
sports11 days ago

CBS Call Sparks Social Buzz as UConn Edges Duke; ABS Challenge Debuts Big in MLB Weekend

Sports-media roundup: CBS's Ian Eagle, Bill Raftery and Grant Hill delivered a poised, dramatic call for UConn's game-winner over Duke; MLB's new ABS challenge system posted a strong debut weekend; Victor Wembanyama showcased a behind-the-back dish; John Cena announced as WrestleMania host; and SI Media's latest podcasts feature Jason Benetti and SNY analysts, plus classic wrestling clips.

via Sports Illustrated|
#abs-challenge-baseball#cbs-announcers-call#sports
Lakers Finally Demand Serious Consideration as Contenders
sports22 days ago

Lakers Finally Demand Serious Consideration as Contenders

A Defector column argues that the Los Angeles Lakers deserve serious consideration as a legitimate contender this season, despite a narrative dominated by bigger storylines, injuries, and distractions, with LeBron’s status and surrounding drama shaping the conversation while star-level performances elsewhere—like Luka Doncic’s—highlight the Lakers’ ongoing potential.

via Defector|
#lakers#lebron-james#luka-doncic
Knicks Cement Contender Status With Dominant 114-89 Win Over Spurs
sports1 month ago

Knicks Cement Contender Status With Dominant 114-89 Win Over Spurs

The Knicks overwhelmed the Spurs 114-89 at Madison Square Garden, riding Jalen Brunson’s late-first-quarter surge and a strong second-quarter run to pull away, while Mikal Bridges scored 25 and added five steals. New York held Wembanyama in check with Towns/Anunoby switching on him, limited San Antonio to 41.6% shooting and 26.5% from three, and sent a clear message that they can compete with the league’s best.

via New York Post|
#jalen-brunson#knicks#mikal-bridges
Spurs Surpass Expectations Early, Wembanyama Leads the Charge
nba1 month ago

Spurs Surpass Expectations Early, Wembanyama Leads the Charge

San Antonio has ripped off a 10-game win streak behind Victor Wembanyama, whose defense (including a no-look block) has redefined the Spurs’ ceiling, supported by a growing cast led by De’Aaron Fox and complemented by Devin Vassell, Keldon Johnson, Castle, and Harper. They sit two games back of the West’s top spot after beating several contenders, with Wembanyama’s on/off impact driving a standout defensive rating and solid offensive output. The piece stresses that while the roster is not yet championship‑level, the team’s rapid ascent could portend a real title-contender trajectory sooner than expected.

via Defector|
#defense#nba#roster
USA-vs-World All-Star Format Delivers A+ and a Thrilling Weekend
sports1 month ago

USA-vs-World All-Star Format Delivers A+ and a Thrilling Weekend

The 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend adopted a Team USA vs. World format with four one-quarter games, and it earned an A+ as players bought in and delivered competitive, entertaining hoops led by Victor Wembanyama and Anthony Edwards (who claimed the MVP trophy). Lillard capped Saturday with a 3-point contest win, while Keshad Johnson won the Slam Dunk Contest; the championship game ended on a lower note due to fatigue, suggesting the format could work long term with tweaks and sustained player buy-in.

via NBC Sports|
#all-star-weekend#anthony-edwards#nba-all-star-2026