The 2021-22 regular season is over for the Spurs, who overperformed expectations and earned the right to play postseason basketball while setting themselves up for a bright future well beyond that. San Antonio finished 34-48 and made the play-in tournament as the 10 seed, and unless they beat the odds and make the playoffs, they'll have the ninth-b…

Host Tom Petrini welcomes Casey Viera for the first time, and vigorous debate about the remainder of San Antonio's season ensues. The best thing about this team is that they refuse to stop fighting. They punch up, play hard, and get better from the learning experiences. Competing is a core value and so is beating the Lakers, who sit just 2.5 games …

The San Antonio Spurs are heading into the All-Star break with Dejounte Murray representing the team in Cleveland, and a series of trade deadline moves that provide maximum flexibility for the future. Host Tom Petrini brings in KENS 5 Sports Director Joe Reinagel and Spurs Reporter Jeff Garcia to talk about Murray's growth, leadership and future, a…

Dejounte Murray has missed five games, and the Spurs have clearly missed him, losing their last four. Host Tom Petrini is joined by Joe Reinagel and Jeff Garcia to talk about the impact of Murray's absence, Keldon Johnson's recent slump, Derrick White's improved play, and Becky Hammon's new job as the head coach of the Las Vegas Aces.…

Jeff Garcia joins host Tom Petrini to break down a big win over the Utah Jazz, and head-scratching losses to shorthanded Hornets and Kings teams. Coach Gregg Popovich and some of the players spoke about the team getting too satisfied after victories, but it goes deeper than that. Plus, the latest on San Antonio's backup center situation as Jock Lan…

The Spurs rattled off their first four-game winning streak in over two seasons, so host Tom Petrini talked to Joe Reinagel and Jeff Garcia about what's driving the turnaround. Jeff dove into the Pacers' trade machine madness, and Joe explained why tanking is antithetical to the Spurs' Way, even though they once lost a bunch of games and drafted Tim…

This young San Antonio Spurs team has made too many mistakes and not enough threes over the course of their 4-12 start to the season, but there are some parts of their play that inspire confidence. Tom Petrini and Jeff Garcia break down the highs and lows, and talk about what this team will need to do to right the ship.…

The first slate of regular season action is in the books for the San Antonio Spurs, and although it's a small sample size, there's still plenty of positives, concerns, and overreaction. The Big Fun Pod dives into the highlights and questions from the young season, including Lonnie Walker's presence with the second unit, the excellent defense, and t…

It's like Christmas Eve -- the Spurs season is just one sleep away. The Big Fun Pod dives into the last roster moves to get the Silver and Black to 15 guaranteed spots, including the surprise cutting of Luka Samanic. Plus, what the lingering restricted free agency means for Lonnie Walker IV and his future with the Spurs. Also, the pod examines the …

KENS 5's Big Fundamental Podcast has discussed many of the Spurs' offseason acquisitions, but for our conversation on Zach Collins, we decided to call in an expert. 10 Tampa Bay Sports Director (and former KENS 5 Sports Anchor/BFP regular) Evan Closky joins the Big Fun Pod to dish on Collins, whom Closky covered during his Gonzaga years. Also, the …

The San Antonio Spurs have a hole in their starting 5 with the departure of DeMar DeRozan, who took his talents to the Chicago Bulls this offseason. Plenty of talent made its way to the Alamo City, and the Silver & Black have a good problem on their hands with a few guys qualified to slide into the rotation. The Big Fun Pod debates which piece make…

Sure, the San Antonio Spurs only won one game during their tenure in Las Vegas this month, but there were still plenty of positives to take away from Summer League. The Big Fun Pod offers their first impressions on rookies Joshua Primo and Joe Wieskamp and breaks down the big steps taken by second-year guys Devin Vassell and Tre Jones. Plus, the mo…

KENS 5's Tom Petrini is in Las Vegas this week reporting on the San Antonio Spurs at NBA Summer League. He sat down to record a mailbag episode of the Big Fundamental Podcast, answering fan questions about San Antonio's progress in the preseason tournament. What are the main strengths and weaknesses of Josh Primo, Joe Wieskamp, Devin Vassell and Tr…

The San Antonio Spurs are picking the in the lottery for a second straight year Thursday night during the 2021 NBA Draft. The Big Fun Pod breaks down the Silver and Black's biggest needs and the best fits to be found at the 12th spot during the draft, as well as discuss the rumors the team could move either up or down the draft order with a draft-d…

This episode was recorded before Team USA announced Keldon Johnson had been added to the 12-man Olympics roster. Fresh off a weekend of exhibition games, Coach Pop and Team USA are taking heat for their two losses against the Nigerian and Australian teams. The Big Fun Pod examines how much of the criticism is warranted and how much is an overreacti…

WNBA legend and San Antonio Spurs assistant coach Becky Hammon will reportedly interview for head coaching vacancies in both Orlando and Portland. And with more head coaching positions being vacated across the league, it seems more likely than ever that the longest-tenured Spurs assistant coach will get the opportunity to be the first woman hired a…

The San Antonio Spurs missed the playoffs for the second season in a row, and the team is now at a crossroads. The pod examines what went right -- and what went wrong -- this season for the Silver and Black. Plus, how should the team shape their roster during the offseason: should DeMar DeRozan be the priority? Will the Spurs let Rudy Gay and Patty…

The Western Conference half of the NBA's play-in tournament begins Wednesday evening as the Spurs face off against the Grizzlies with a chance to extend the season by at least one more game. San Antonio is in a win-or-go-home game in Memphis, and here's what the Big Fun Pod is watching for in the matchup. Plus, looking back to a memorable night for…

The San Antonio Spurs will finish this season without versatile guard Derrick White, who suffered an ankle injury five games ago. During the stretch without him, the Silver & Black are reeling in the midst of a winless stretch of basketball. They're holding on to a play-in spot, but what can the Spurs do to make up for White's absence during the re…

Not only did the San Antonio Spurs just win their most important game of the season, putting more distance between themselves and the New Orleans Pelicans for a play-in spot, but the team emerged victorious from the most exciting game of the season, a thrilling 146-143 overtime game against the Washington Wizards. The pod looks at how tremendous De…

DeMar DeRozan was clutch once again, hitting the game-winning shot over the Dallas Mavericks that broke the San Antonio Spurs' five-game losing streak. With the Spurs now winners of two straight games, was DeRozan's shot the game changer San Antonio needs for a playoff push? The Big Fun Pod also examines the latest report regarding DeRozan's loomin…

Following a slog in which the San Antonio Spurs (hopefully) hit rock bottom, The Big Fundamental Podcast examines what went wrong. Was this 3-7 stretch a factor of fatigue, injuries, bad luck -- or maybe a combination of several things? Plus, LaMarcus Aldridge's absence and subsequent buyout seemed to signal a pivot for the Silver & Black, yet inst…

While it may not have been the sexiest move at the NBA trade deadline, the Big Fundamental Podcast believes the San Antonio Spurs buying out LaMarcus Aldridge and then acquiring Gorgui Dieng could make this team better immediately. As for Aldridge, he's off to Brooklyn; what can the big man bring to the Nets, who've now accumulated two former All-N…

As rumors crop up surrounding several San Antonio Spurs possibly on the outs, the Silver and Black aren't making a move with less than 24 hours before the trade deadline passes. The Big Fun Pod explains why a buyout for LaMarcus Aldridge is likely the best move, and why it would be foolish for the Spurs to trade DeMar DeRozan whilst in the thick of…

Over the last few games, the San Antonio Spurs have been without DeMar DeRozan, who's been absent to attend his father's funeral, and LaMarcus Aldridge, whose time with the Silver and Black is officially over. Without the two icons, the team has stepped into the future, relying on the core of young talent the Spurs have acquired over the last sever…

The San Antonio Spurs kick off the second half of their season Wednesday against the Dallas Mavericks, but questions loom before the games get underway. How does Lonnie Walker IV fit into the Spurs rotation with the team nearing a fully healthy roster? Is there any smoke to the trade rumors surrounding the Silver and Black and their four veteran pl…

Spurs forward Keldon Johnson made the Rising Stars squad -- and also made his return to the Silver and Black from COVID-19 protocols. While several other key members of the rotation remain absent, Luka Samanic -- a rising star in his own right -- has shined, capping off a solid 3-game stretch with a career night against the Knicks. Here's what his …

The Spurs are down 5 players amid a COVID outbreak among the team -- so how long will they be shorthanded, and what does that mean for the Silver & Black's playoff chances? Plus, we examine the season's second half schedule, which was released this week.By bigfunpod

San Antonio Spurs guard Dejounte Murray was transcendent in night one versus the Warriors, tallying 27 points, 10 rebounds, and a career-high 8 steals. We talk about Murray's game and his development, as well as what the Spurs should do when LaMarcus Aldridge is healthy. Plus, another edition of the BFP mailbag!…

We are not financial advisors. But given how "stonks" are a trending topic the Big Fun Pod has some fun discussing which Spurs they are more bullish or bearish on so far this season, and which players' value could rocket in the future. To the moon, baby!By bigfunpod

The Silver & Black had a handful of players in contact tracing Monday and were without the required number of players to suit up against the Pelicans. We break down what we know about the postponement, and remember Kobe Bryant on the anniversary of his tragic death.By bigfunpod

The San Antonio Spurs are 6-2 on the road this season, with their most recent win, 125-104 over the Portland Trail Blazers, coming with big performances from the "old guys" on the Silver and Black.By bigfunpod

The Spurs just wrapped up one of the best stretches of road games in team history, but this week the team's focus off the court turned to the racial and social injustices that were at the forefront of national conversations following the attack at the U.S. Capitol last week. Meanwhile, the NBA is trying to wrangle with the coronavirus pandemic whic…

The San Antonio Spurs were able to walk into Staples Center this week and leave with a win, and that's something that shouldn't be taken for granted -- especially after a 4-game losing skid. But will the injuries to LaMarcus Aldridge and Derrick White continue to be the road blocks to some consistency for the Silver and Black? Oh, and is Keldon Joh…

San Antonio Spurs assistant coach Becky Hammon made history last night when she took over the head coaching role following Gregg Popovich's ejection. The Big Fun Pod reacts to the major milestone and breaks down the first week of the 2020-2021 season.By bigfunpod

The San Antonio Spurs are ready to tip off their regular season Wednesday night in Memphis against the Grizzlies after an 0-3 preseason start, but The Big Fun Pod is less concerned with the record and more concerned about the rotation. Should Rudy Gay be in the starting lineup, or should DeMar DeRozan be the fixture at the four spot. Also, Devin Va…

Brace yourselves: the NBA season is coming! On the precipice of the Spurs taking the court to kick off their preseason, the "young boys" of the Big Fun Pod go deep on all things Silver & Black, from roster additions & subtractions to offseason adjustments; we also spoke to the players and Coach Pop on how things are shaping up as the 2020-2021 NBA …

This episode is an excerpt from the Big Fun Pod's live draft show and our instant reaction to the San Antonio Spurs selection at number 11 -- Devin Vassell, the 3-and-D sophomore from Florida State.By bigfunpod

DeMar DeRozan is back with the Spurs -- for now. We talk what his opt-in means for a potential trade, and whether it could be another Silver & Black star on the move. And speaking of trades, the NBA is wheeling and dealing ahead of Wednesday's draft -- including, it seems, a Houston Rockets team that failed to launch with its two stars. And the pod…

San Antonio Spurs star DeMar DeRozan can either opt in for another year with the Silver and Black or walk and become a free agent. We discuss the potential moves for the Spurs depending on whether DeRozan stays or goes.By bigfunpod

It's a Big Fun Spurs Pre-Draft Special! Tom and Evan take a look at players whom the Silver and Black should consider with the 11th pick, as well as some players worth considering trading up to snag.By bigfunpod

It was a run that would have to end eventually, and after 22 straight seasons of postseason basketball, the San Antonio Spurs will miss the playoffs. This episode of the Big Fundamental Podcast was recorded live following wins by the Phoenix Suns and Memphis Grizzlies to seal the Silver & Black's fate.…

The Spurs are at 2-1, and have already exceeded expectations that many had for them in the NBA's Orlando bubble. They might even actually make the playoffs. Tom Petrini and Evan Closky had some thoughts on the mistake-filled loss against Philly, especially concerning the play of Jakob Poeltl and Dejounte Murray down the stretch. The guys talked abo…

When San Antonio will take the court Thursday for the first time since March, the most notable difference might be three words painted across center-court: "Black Lives Matter." The Spurs, along with the rest of the NBA, have embraced the season's restart to continue to conversation on racial and social injustice in the United States; we'll listen …

With the NBA reportedly voting to return to play at Disney, Evan Closky and Tom Petrini got together to discuss how it will all work, and how this impacts the Silver and Black. Also, Coach Pop took some time this week to break down the issues of systemic racism and police brutality.By bigfunpod

It's something we've seen coming for at least the last decade, but Spurs great Tim Duncan is officially a Hall of Famer. And of course, being a podcast named after the Big Fundamental himself, the Big Fun Pod had to assemble its own big three to wax poetic about one of the greatest basketball players of all time.…

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