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. In the world of professional sports, he’s a firm believer that athletes are people, too. He aims to spotlight the true, behind-the-scenes character of players and teams through strong narrative writing and sharp, hooking ledes.
Both San Antonio Spurs rookie Dylan Harper and Oklahoma City Thunder star Jalen Williams left Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals early, and later ruled OUT for the game.
The San Antonio Spurs are grateful Dylan Harper fell into their lap with the No. 2 pick. Now deep in the playoffs, the rookie is equally appreciative of his unique situation.
Here's everything you need to know about Wednesday night's Game 2 between the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference Finals.
Logging his fewest points in over 35 minutes since Christmas Day, Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had his work cut out for him facing the San Antonio Spurs.
Watching Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander receive his MVP trophy motivated Victor Wembanyama's explosive Game 1 Monday night. He admitted to it.
A 40-20 outing from Victor Wembanyama paved the way for the San Antonio Spurs to hand the Oklahoma City Thunder its first postseason loss of the season Monday night.
A game of runs is often decided by small bursts of physicality. The San Antonio Spurs proved it in Game 5 by refusing to led an 18-point lead pass them by.
After an early bout of playoff struggles, San Antonio Spurs forward Keldon Johnson found his rhythm in Game 5 against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night.
The San Antonio Spurs took a commanding 3-2 series lead over the Timberwolves in Game 5 thanks to Victor Wembanyama, who showed several personas in the process.
The San Antonio Spurs enjoyed an all-around offensive effort Tuesday night, securing a 29-point Game 5 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves to take a 3-2 series lead.
The San Antonio Spurs were missing a key piece of their lineup trying to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5. Back home, they hope to get straightened out.
The San Antonio Spurs had a chance to steal Game 4 from the Minnesota Timberwolves after Victor Wembanyama's second-quarter ejection. They won't excuse the loss.
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