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Spurs Starter, Friday, November 8, 2024: A Double-Double for Keldon Johnson

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Mathey Gibson

Nov 7, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Keldon Johnson (0) shoots against Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan (23) in the first half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images
Nov 7, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Keldon Johnson (0) shoots against Portland Trail Blazers center Donovan Clingan (23) in the first half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images / Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images
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Happy Friday, Por Vida fans! Welcome to your morning Spurs Starter.

In a 118-105 win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday night, Keldon Johnson delivered an impressive performance off the bench.

Johnson contributed 17 points on 6-of-13 shooting, including 2-for-5 from beyond the arc. He also grabbed 11 rebounds, dished out three assists, and avoided any turnovers.

This marked Johnson’s fifth consecutive game scoring in double figures.

“[We] got punched in the mouth last night, so the reaction and response were awesome,” said interim coach Mitch Johnson. “I’m proud of those guys. We had a couple of guys out, and it was a complete team effort.”

The Spurs, now 4-5 on the season, will face the Utah Jazz at home tomorrow at 4:00 p.m. CT.

THE NEWS

1. READ: GREGG POPOVICH REPORTEDLY DEALING WITH 'SERIOUS' HEALTH CONCERN

Out since Saturday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich's health concern may be more serious than previously thought.

Read the full story at the link above.

2. READ: GRAD MITCH JOHNSON'S FILL-IN ROLE SO FAR

The San Antonio Spurs never found their offensive touch as they were blown out by the Houston Rockets Wednesday evening, marking their second straight loss.

Read the full story at the link above.

3. READ: THUMB FRACTURE BENCHES JEREMY SOCHAN: WHO WILL FILL SPURS' VOID?

On Tuesday, the San Antonio Spurs received tough news. So, where do they turn now?

Read the full story at the link above.

TODAY'S SCHEDULE

  • No game scheduled.
  • Next game: Nov. 9 vs. Utah Jazz | FanDuel Sports Network, 4 p.m. Central.

MEDIA DAY, TRAINING CAMP

Now that the Media Day is over and the 2024-25 season is set to kick off, you can check out the stories surrounding the team as it gears up for the beginning of the regular season.

- The Ultimate Guide to Spurs Training Camp

- Everything Spurs Coach Gregg Popovich Said at Media Day

- Victor Wembanyama is 'Funnier' as Spurs Prepare for New Season

- Chris Paul and Gregg Popovich, Once Rivals, Now Set to Join Forces

- Wembanyama Adds 25 Pounds Ahead of His Second NBA Season

- Chris Paul Enters San Antonio as Polished Veteran, Mutual Choice

- Keldon Johnson Is Back For Year 6, and Feels Like the Old Man

- Wembanyama 'Working on Fundamentals' Ahead of Sophomore Year

- Victor Wembanyama, Chris Paul Share Comical Moment During Media Day

- Gregg Popovich Looking Forward To Season of Improvemen

- Castle Impresses Spurs Early with Versatility and 'Own Pace'

- Wembanyama Sets Next Big Goal: Elevating His Spurs Teammates

- Alpine F1 Team Announce New Era Clothing Collaboration

- Gregg Popovich Likes New, Improved Victor Wembanyama

- Is Stephon Castle's Jump Shot A Genuine Problem?


- Jeremy Sochan Ready to Thrive at 'Natural' Position

- Will Julian Champagnie Start In Place of Devin Vassell?

- Zach Collins 'Feeling Great' After Shoulder Surgery

- Harrison Barnes Speaks on Young Spurs' Winning Mentality

- Castle Speaks on Spurs' 'Aggressive' Defensive Mindset

- Keldon Johnson Focused on Getting Better, Sticking Around

- Champagnie's Approach to Begin New Season? 'Just Keep Shooting'

- How Can Sandro Mamukelashvili Earn Rotational Minutes?

THE FULL SCHEDULE

The San Antonio Spurs played their first game of the year on Oct. 25, kicking off the second season of Victor Wembanyama's young NBA career. Now that it's through, here's a preview of some upcoming dates and times (all in CST) throughout the season to watch for:

San Antonio Spurs Regular Season Schedule

Nov. 15: Group Play Begins vs. Los Angeles Lakers

Dec. 10: NBA Cup Knockout Rounds Begin
Dec. 25: MSG Christmas at New York Knicks

Dec. 31: New Year's vs. LA Clippers

Jan. 23-25: Paris Games vs. Indiana Pacers

Feb. 3: Rodeo Road Trip Begins at Memphis Grizzlies

Feb. 14-16: All-Star Break

Feb. 20: Spurs Get Moody vs. Phoenix Suns
Feb. 21: Spurs Get Moody vs. Detroit Pistons

March 21: Longest Home Stand Ends vs. Philadelphia 76ers

April 6: Final Road Trip Begins at Portland Trail Blazers
April 13: Final Home Game vs. Toronto Raptors

AROUND THE NBA

Catch up on some of the league-wide headlines below:

Also, be sure to follow along with Spurs On SI's NBA tracker, with more detailed breakdowns of major league news and updates.

QUOTE OF THE DAY

“Standing on the court and holding up that trophy - it's so great you want to keep doing it over and over again."

- Tim Duncan

THIS DAY IN SPURS HISTORY

November 8, 1978: The 163 points scored in regulation against San Diego set a franchise record for most points scored in a non-overtime game.

November 8, 1993: Obtained guard Negele Knight from Phoenix for a second-round pick in 1994.

THE CLOSER

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