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Matt Guzman

Matt Guzman

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

Matt Guzman is a sports journalist and storyteller from Austin, Texas. He serves as a credentialed reporter and site manager for San Antonio Spurs On SI and a staff writer for multiple collegiate sites in the same network. In the world of professional sports, he is a firm believer that athletes are people, too, and intends to tell stories of players and teams’ true, behind-the-scenes character that otherwise would not be seen through strong narrative writing, hooking ledes and passionate words.

Nov 21, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Julian Champagnie (30) looks to pass while saving the ball from going out of bounds in the second half against the Utah Jazz at Frost Bank Center.
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Locked On Spurs: Diving Into Julian Champagnie's Breakout Season

San Antonio Spurs forward Julian Champagnie is averaging the best numbers of his career thus far, playing a solid role in the young team's elevated success this season. Check out the latest episode of Locked On Spurs to dive deeper.

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Dec 15, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Harrison Barnes (40) dribbles past Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (11) in the second half at Frost Bank Center.
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Why Spurs' Anomalous Performance Won't Rob Them 'Pleasure' of Fitting In

The San Antonio Spurs had a woeful outing against the Minnesota Timberwolves, but despite it, they don't feel any less confident about their potential. And the Western Conference standings back them up.

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Nov 26, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) on the court against the Utah Jazz during the first half at the Delta Center.
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With Jared McCain Out, Spurs' Stephon Castle Takes Rookie Driver Seat

San Antonio Spurs rookie Stephon Castle has made an early case to become the 2024-25 NBA Rookie of the Year, but with Philadelphia 76ers rookie Jared McCain sidelined indefinitely, he might be the frontrunner.

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Oct 30, 2024; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich watches his team play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center.
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BREAKING: San Antonio Spurs Coach Gregg Popovich Releases Statement on Health

The San Antonio Spurs have been without Gregg Popovich since Nov. 2, when the coach suffered a mild stroke. Monday afternoon, he broke his silence to express gratitude for the support he's received.

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Dec 15, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Chris Paul (3) in the second half against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Frost Bank Center.
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The San Antonio Minute: A Temp Check After A Not-So-Hot Shooting Night

The San Antonio Spurs shot just 11-for-45 from the 3-point line against the Minnesota Timberwolves nearly two years after a similar figure, but while they might not have been able to reach the ocean, there isn't any reason for concern.

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Dec 15, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) and Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (27) look for a rebound in the first half at Frost Bank Center.
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Spurs Sunk By Abysmal Shooting As Timberwolves Cruise to Road Victory

In Gregg Popovich's words, the San Antonio Spurs couldn't throw it in the ocean Sunday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves as they snapped a two-game win streak at home.

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Dec 5, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) after being fouled during the second half at Frost Bank Center.
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'No Nonsense': Undermanned Spurs Glad to Have 'Tough' Stephon Castle Back in Lineup

The San Antonio Spurs aren't at full strength yet, but adding Stephon Castle back to the rotation is a strong start and a testament to the rookie's toughness.

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Nov 27, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs center Charles Bassey (28) before the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Frost Bank Center.
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No Longer 'Watching From the Sideline,' Spurs' Charles Bassey Earning His Keep

After nearly two years of battling with injuries, Charles Bassey is back healthy for the San Antonio Spurs, and in timely fashion, he's begun to show flashes of potential as a backup center on a young team.

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Dec 13, 2024; Portland, Oregon, USA; San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) warms up before a game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center.
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Spurs Starter, Sunday, December 15, 2024: Spurs Await Injury Fate of Key Players Ahead of Facing Timberwolves

Your daily briefing on what's going on with the San Antonio Spurs, including news, draft and more.

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Dec 13, 2024; Portland, Oregon, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Chris Paul (3) greets teammates before a game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center.
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Is 'Good-Intentioned' Chris Paul Hard to Deal With? San Antonio Spurs Weigh In

The San Antonio Spurs overcame staffing issues Friday evening against the Portland Trail Blazers, partly due to Chris Paul's ejection. Is the 20-year vet "hard to deal with," however? His teammates say no.

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Dec 3, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Chris Paul (3) and forward Keldon Johnson (0) against the Phoenix Suns during an NBA Cup game at Footprint Center.
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Spurs Starter, Saturday, December 14, 2024: Chris Paul Greets Teammates After Ejection vs. Trail Blazers

Your daily briefing on what's going on with the San Antonio Spurs, including news, draft and more.

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Dec 8, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) in the first half against the New Orleans Pelicans at Frost Bank Center.
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Spurs Injury Update: Statuses for Victor Wembanyama, Keldon Johnson and More

The San Antonio Spurs took a few hits last Sunday against the New Orleans Pelicans, and are now looking to get healthy. Here are the statuses of some of the injured Spurs ahead of Friday's road game.

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