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Spurs Starter, Sunday, November 24, 2024: Wembanyama Still Looks Up To Curry

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Mathey Gibson

Mar 31, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) looks to pass under the arm of San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) in the first half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images
Mar 31, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) looks to pass under the arm of San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) in the first half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images / Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images
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Happy Sunday, Por Vida fans! Welcome to your morning Spurs Starter.

The San Antonio Spurs triumphed 104-94 over the Warriors on Saturday night.

After the win, Victor Wembanyama shared high praise for one of his idols, Stephen Curry.

"He's unbelievably inspiring. Growing up, I admired every aspect of his game, especially the way he constantly pushes himself on the court—it's incredible. But what stands out to me now is his unwavering will to win. It’s almost as if his drive is immortal."

Now, on to the headlines:

THE NEWS

1. READ: AFTER 2-WAY DEAL, RILEY MINIX HAS 'NOTHING LEFT TO PROVE"

Whether it be Riley the basketball player or Riley the person, Minix has more than earned his shot in the NBA, and playing for the San Antonio Spurs on a two-way deal isn't something he takes lightly.

Read the full story at the link above.

2. READ: STEPHON CASTLE EXACTLY WHAT SPURS NEEDED

On Thursday night against the Utah Jazz, San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle proved why he was worthy of being the No. 4 pick.

Read the full story at the link above.

Nov 21, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) dunks during the second half against the Utah Jazz at Frost Bank Center. / Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

3. WATCH: WHAT WOULD A NEW ERA LOOK LIKE IN SAN ANTONIO?

With reports surfacing this morning of a planned revitalization of downtown San Antonio, how much would the Spurs benefit from a new home, and what might it look like?

Read the full story at the link above.

TODAY'S SCHEDULE

No game scheduled. Next: @ Utah Jazz. 8:00 p.m. CT. Tuesday, Nov. 26.

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

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

"That's family business..."

- Gregg Popovich

THIS DAY IN SPURS HISTORY

November 24, 1948: Bob Hill, the last person to coach the Spurs before Gregg Popovich, was born in Columbus, Ohio.

November 24, 1980: Traded John Shumate to Seattle for cash.

THE CLOSER

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