SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs (29-39) will host the Philadelphia 76ers (23-26) tonight at home. This is the two teams’ final meeting this season and the return to San Antonio for former Spur Lonnie Walker IV.
GAME REWIND
The Spurs are coming off a 120-105 home win over the Knicks.
Sandro Mamukelashvili recorded a career-high in scoring with 34 points. Keldon Johnson scored six points, and Chris Paul had 12 points and nine assists. Devin Vassell added 10 points and four rebounds. Stephon Castle finished with 22, and Harrison Barnes recorded 11. Jeremy Sochan added 10 points and six rebounds.
“I did it for my family, everybody who supports me. I just can’t explain how I feel right now. I feel like I’m in a dream,” said Mamukelashvili. “My dad was here, he flew in yesterday, my brother. It’s just a special, special night. And thanks to the guys and coaching staff and video guys who come in and work out with me every day. I just want to get this off – they’re amazing.”
INJURY REPORT
The Spurs have recalled Malaki Branham from the Austin Spurs.
THE UNIFORMS
The Spurs will be in their City Edition jerseys today.
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FIVE THINGS TO WATCH
1. The Sixers are on a two-game road losing skid.
2. The Sixers have been out-rebounded in six straight games.
3. The Sixers are 1-21 on the road when trailing after the third period.
4. The Spurs are 9-13 versus East teams this season.
5. The Spurs recorded more turnovers than the opposition in two straight games.