Spurs lose to Portland after Wemby leaves in second quarter; series tied up at 1-1

Victor Wembanyama was being evaluated for a concussion after hitting the court hard early in the second quarter. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs fought hard but couldn’t muster a 2-0 series lead against the Portland Trail Blazers after Victor Wembanyama left early in Tuesday’s matchup at the Frost Bank Center. The Trail Blazers … Read more

Wembanyama placed into concussion protocol after leaving in first half of Game 2 against Portland

The Spurs All-Star will miss the rest of Tuesday’s game. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs face a tougher playoff test after All-Star Victor Wembanyama was placed into concussion protocol upon leaving in the first half, according to the team.  Wembanyama’s head slammed hard onto the floor with 8:57 remaining in the second quarter. … Read more

Married couple experiences road trips, playoffs and decades of loyalty to the Spurs

A local married couple has turned their Spurs fandom into a lifetime tradition. SAN ANTONIO — Adrian Vallejo and Sylvia Urias-Vallejo rarely miss a game, traveling across the country, from Las Vegas to New Orleans, to watch their team play. Their shared passion for the Spurs has been a constant throughout their 22-year marriage. “We’ve … Read more

Victor Wembanyama unanimously wins Defensive Player of the Year, becomes NBA honor’s youngest-ever awardee

The accolade, announced Monday night, represents Wemby’s first major NBA end-of-year honor as the Spurs embark on their new playoff run SAN ANTONIO — As they await tipoff of Game 2 in the first round of playoff action, the Spurs can now celebrate a major reason they find themselves in the position of title contenders this … Read more

You could receive a limited-edition Spurs playoff cap by donating blood. Here’s what to know.

Appointments are available online or by phone. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonians can earn a limited-edition Spurs playoff cap this week thanks to South Texas Blood & Tissue.  Residents wishing to donate blood can stop by Rolling Oaks Mall on Tuesday, April 21 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and receive a Spurs playoff Fiesta … Read more