Spurs Prospect Watch: Thompson Twins Amen and Ausar are elite wings, but not entirely identical

Explosive athletes with tons of skill and potential, the twins have similar strengths and weaknesses but some key differences in their games. SAN ANTONIO — Identical twins Amen and Ausar Thompson have taken an unorthodox path to the forthcoming NBA Draft, but nonetheless positioned themselves as potential top-five picks thanks to their explosive athleticism and … Read more

Popovich, Johnson reflect on former Spurs owner Red McCombs

“Red McCombs was the anchor for San Antonio and the Spurs because his faith was so anchored,” Avery Johnson said. SAN ANTONIO — A memorial service held Monday for Red McCombs, a San Antonio business icon and former owner of the San Antonio Spurs, reflected his deep involvement in the San Antonio community and particularly … Read more

Houston, Alabama top AP Top 25; Marquette climbing, Pitt in

While the top of the pack remained above the rest, many of the NCAA’s top 25 teams shifted tanks in the past week. WASHINGTON D.C., DC — The top five spots in The Associated Press men’s college basketball poll remained the same. The rest of the AP Top 25 was a big jumble. Houston was No. … Read more

Blazers’ Lillard has 71 pts and 13 3s, then gets drug tested

Lillard’s 13 3-pointers were one shy of the NBA record set by Golden State’s Klay Thompson in 2018. PORTLAND, Ore. — The celebration surrounding Damian Lillard’s record-breaking performance was short-lived. Lillard set franchise and career marks with 71 points — tied for the most in the NBA this season — and 13 3-pointers in the … Read more