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Spurs Fiesta 5: Ben Simmons Trade Rumors Flying
"It seems clear Ben Simmons would benefit from a fresh start in a low-stakes environment, which makes the stable, rebuilding Spurs the ideal destination for his hypothetical career resuscitation," Bleacher Report writes.
2. WEMBANYAMA LIFTING SPURS TO PLAY-IN?
"Wembanyama is exceptionally talented, but he probably can't do it all himself, and San Antonio might be better off staying somewhat neutral in year one," ESPN writes. "With organic player development and smart signings, the Spurs should certainly improve on 22 wins, but getting into the play-in mix in a crowded West will require them to vault into the 40-win range. It's certainly possible they come close if everything breaks right."
3. KINGS SURVIVE, PUSH WARRIORS TO GAME 7
The Sacramento Kings live to fight another day after beating the Golden State Warriors 118-99 in Game 6 at Chase Center to force a winner-take-all game on Sunday.
4. SUNS VS. NUGGETS
The second round of the NBA playoffs begins as Kevin Durant, Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns travel to Mile High to face Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray and the Denver Nuggets.
Tipoff is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. EST on TNT.
5. NBA DRAFT LOTTERY COUNTDOWN
The Spurs are 17 days away from the NBA Draft Lottery, where it will be revealed if San Antonio will have the opportunity to take Victor Wembanyama with the No. 1 overall pick.
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