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The official podcast of the Spot Up Shot newsletter with a focus on the San Antonio Spurs and NBA.
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In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* The Spurs defeating the Memphis Grizzlies (00:44) and Atlanta Hawks (02:14) last week, then falling to the Phoenix Suns (05:03). De’Aaron Fox led the Spurs last week, and he ended up being a Western Conference nominee for his play during the week (08:51). * Diving into the Spurs’ struggles during third quarters in the early season (10:13).* A preview of the games ahead this week against the Portland Trail Blazers, Denver Nuggets, and Minnesota Timberwolves. (16:09)Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thespotupshot.substack.com/subscribe
In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* Monday’s news that Victor Wembanyama will be out for a few weeks with a calf strain injury. (00:26) Wemby joins Dylan Harper on the injured list (03:03), as well as Stephon Castle and Jordan McLaughlin (06:00).* How do the Spurs move forward without Victor for a few weeks? Who will be relied upon, and which players will receive more minutes and role increases? (06:33) How will the Spurs fare now against different levels of opponents? (13:18)* A preview of the games ahead this week against the Memphis Grizzlies, Atlanta Hawks, and Phoenix Suns. (18:30)Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thespotupshot.substack.com/subscribe
In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* The Spurs’ last three games, with a loss to the Los Angeles Lakers (00:42), and wins against the Houston Rockets (03:19) and New Orleans Pelicans (07:45). This past week, the Spurs welcomed back De’Aaron Fox, Jeremy Sochan, Lindy Waters III, and Kelly Olynyk from the injured list. * With Fox, Sochan, Olynyk, and Waters III back, could Luke Kornet be on his way back to the court soon? (14:23) Also, how much has the Spurs’ defense struggled when Victor Wembanyama is off the floor? (16:40).* An overview of where the Spurs stand at 7-2 through their first nine games of the season. (19:48)* Previewing the upcoming games for this week against the Chicago Bulls, Golden State Warriors (twice), and Sacramento Kings (22:49). Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thespotupshot.substack.com/subscribe
In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* The Spurs’ last three games, with wins against the Toronto Raptors (00:53) and Miami Heat (02:28), and their first loss of the season, to the Phoenix Suns (04:10).* Dylan Harper joining the injured list with a left calf strain injury (09:07), and how Jeremy Sochan, Kelly Olynyk, and Lindy Waters III may return to the lineup soon (10:39).* The Spurs being 5-1 through six games of the season (13:56), and some brief observations on the players in the rotation (15:48).Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thespotupshot.substack.com/subscribe
In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* A detailed breakdown of the San Antonio Spurs’ Sunday afternoon win over the Brooklyn Nets. Players mentioned include Dylan Harper (02:49), Victor Wembanyama (05:52), Keldon Johnson (08:30), Devin Vassell (08:50), Julian Champagnie (09:04), Stephon Castle (09:27), and some key stats from the game. (10:49)* Revisiting the Spurs’ two wins against the Dallas Mavericks and New Orleans Pelicans in overtime. (13:22)* Team injuries with Luke Kornet joining De’Aaron Fox, Jeremy Sochan, Kelly Olynyk, and Lindy Waters III on the injured list. (17:45) Plus, looking at the question of who will lose minutes once Fox returns to the lineup? (19:10).* Will Wemby be named the Western Conference Player of the Week? (22:53)Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thespotupshot.substack.com/subscribe
In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* The San Antonio Spurs setting their regular-season roster by waiving Adam Flagler, Micah Potter, and Stanley Umude. (00:35)* Looking at who will be out for opening night in Dallas, who is for sure in the rotation, and who might play next Wednesday against the Mavericks? (03:14)* Preseason takeaways on the team (07:38), Victor Wembanyama (10:20), Stephon Castle (11:33), Keldon Johnson (12:23), Julian Champagnie (12:54), Luke Kornet (13:17), Devin Vassell (13:50), Dylan Harper (14:27), Harrison Barnes (15:09), and Carter Bryant (15:31).Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thespotupshot.substack.com/subscribe
The San Antonio Spurs improved to 4-0 in the preseason following a 16-point win over the Indiana Pacers on Monday evening in Indiana.In this video, Paul Garcia provides his observations on:* Stephon Castle playing in his first preseason game of the 2025-26 season. (00:19)* Victor Wembanyama’s double-double against the Pacers. (01:56)* Dylan Harper playing off the bench in his second preseason game. (04:58)* Luke Kornet’s play off the bench. (06:43)* Keldon Johnson scoring efficiently off the bench. (07:37)* Julian Champagnie shooting well from outside as he continues to start. (08:33)* The rotation Head Coach Mitch Johnson used in the game. (09:09)Subscribe to the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thespotupshot.substack.com/subscribe
In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* Observations from the Spurs’ first two preseason games against the Guangzhou Loong-Lions and Miami Heat, focusing on the players in the rotation, how several players have had to run point, and the Victor Wembanyama-Luke Kornet frontcourt lineup. (00:42)* Then, some initial thoughts on Wemby, Keldon Johnson, Julian Champagnie, Kornet, Devin Vassell, Carter Bryant, Adam Flagler, and Lindy Waters III in the preseason games. (06:23)* Reviewing the annual NBA General Managers survey and which Spurs players were mentioned. (17:03)* The clock is ticking for the Spurs and Jeremy Sochan to reach a contract extension. Should Nikola Jovic’s rookie scale extension serve as an example? (21:56)Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thespotupshot.substack.com/subscribe
In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* Offseason injuries for De’Aaron Fox, Dylan Harper, Jeremy Sochan, and Kelly Olynyk. How will each player’s injury impact the rotation during the preseason? (00:58)* Head Coach Mitch Johnson and numerous players mentioned how defense will be the focal point of the team this season. (07:27)* Can the Spurs’ offense work with multiple lead guards? (10:50)* What expectations have some of the players set for the team this upcoming season? (13:33)Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thespotupshot.substack.com/subscribe
In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* Bismack Biyombo re-signing with the San Antonio Spurs and a breakdown of the Spurs’ current training camp roster. (00:44)* Key questions for training camp include who will fill the backup point guard role with Dylan Harper injured, whether anyone can take the backup wing spot from Julian Champagnie, where Kelly Olynyk fits into the rotation, and if one of the training camp invites will earn a standard roster spot. (05:31)Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thespotupshot.substack.com/subscribe
In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* Dylan Harper injured his left thumb, which may force him to miss training camp and the preseason. (00:38)* Looking at whether or not the San Antonio Spurs should extend Jeremy Sochan’s contract with an October 20 deadline approaching. (05:45)* The Spurs signing Stanley Umude to a training camp contract(15:41)Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thespotupshot.substack.com/subscribe
In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* The San Antonio Spurs reportedly registering interest in Trey Murphy III of the New Orleans Pelicans. (00:52).* Breaking down each month of the Spurs’ 2025-26 regular season schedule. (07:34).* Features on Kelly Olynyk and a new section in The Spot Up Shot newsletter. (15:06).* The latest staff additions and promotions the Spurs made for their team (18:00).Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thespotupshot.substack.com/subscribe
In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* Jeremy Sochan’s calf injury that will keep him from playing in Eurobasket with Poland. (00:48).* Breaking down De’Aaron Fox’s contract extension with the Spurs and looking at the Spurs’ cap sheet during the four years of Fox’s extension (02:25).* Going over the free agent signings the Spurs made this past week of signing Riley Minix and Harrison Ingram to two-way contracts, and adding Micah Potter and Adam Flagler to training camp deals (12:16).* The Spurs once again playing on Christmas Day this upcoming season and potentially opening the regular season in Dallas. (18:32)Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thespotupshot.substack.com/subscribe
In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* The options between De’Aaron Fox and the San Antonio Spurs on a potential contract extension that Fox is eligible to sign on August 3 (00:30).* Looking at the projected roles for David Jones Garcia and Lindy Waters III, who were recently signed by the Spurs (08:15).* Going over the state of the Spurs’ roster and previewing the preseason schedule (13:14). Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thespotupshot.substack.com/subscribe
In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* Final takeaways from Summer League for Dylan Harper (00:50), Carter Bryant (03:35), David Jones Garcia (06:26), Riley Minix (11:45), and Harrison Ingram (13:17).* A preview of the offseason calendar for the Spurs that might include extensions for De’Aaron Fox and Jeremy Sochan (15:41). Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thespotupshot.substack.com/subscribe
In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* The open roster spots for the San Antonio Spurs and which free agents would fit well on the team (00:32). Free agents discussed are David Jones Garcia (04:29), Garrison Matthews (04:54), Johnny Juzang (05:19), Amir Coffey (05:43), Caleb Houstan (06:10), Riley Minix (06:32), and Bismack Biyombo (07:10). * Checking in on the play of Dylan Harper (08:56), Carter Bryant (12:48), Jones Garcia (17:30), Minix (21:00), and Harrison Ingram (22:18) at the Summer League. (08:39)Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thespotupshot.substack.com/subscribe
In this emergency pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* The Spurs agreeing to acquire Kelly Olynyk from the Washington Wizards. (00:24)* Where the Spurs’ roster will stand once they acquire Olynyk (01:11)* Olynyk’s projected role on the Spurs (03:15)Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thespotupshot.substack.com/subscribe
In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* The San Antonio Spurs agreeing to a free agent deal with Luke Kornet, where the roster stands, and which free agents the Spurs should still add. (00:40)* Reviewing the NBA Draft for the Spurs, plus an in-depth scouting report on rookie Carter Bryant. (16:19)* Head coach Mitch Johnson is getting some wins and losses on his coaching record, and Dylan Harper and Riley Minix are missing the California Classic Summer League due to injuries. (28:00)Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thespotupshot.substack.com/subscribe
In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* The latest trade rumors regarding the San Antonio Spurs going into the NBA draft. (00:30)* The Spurs reportedly having interest in Guerschon Yabusele in free agency, and looking at more upcoming free agents that fit with the Spurs. (05:54)* If the Spurs select someone with the 14th pick, should they select Thomas Sorber, Cedric Coward, or Joan Beringer? (13:09)Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thespotupshot.substack.com/subscribe
In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* The latest trade rumors about Kevin Durant indicate that the San Antonio Spurs are one of his top three preferred destinations. (00:30)* Trade rumors about the second and 14th picks in the 2025 NBA Draft. (09:55)* Looking at some players who fit with the Spurs via free agency or trade. (12:24)Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thespotupshot.substack.com/subscribe
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