Stephon Castle Named Western Conference Player of the Week After Historic Triple-Double
SAN ANTONIO - Stephon Castle is putting the league on notice, and now he’s got the hardware to prove it.
The Spurs’ rising star has been named the Western Conference Player of the Week, fresh off a dominant stretch that included a 40-point triple-double - a performance that didn’t just turn heads, it etched his name into franchise history.
Over a three-game span, Castle averaged 24 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 7.3 assists, helping San Antonio go a perfect 3-0 during that stretch. It’s the first time Castle has earned Player of the Week honors, but if this run is any indication, it won’t be the last.
The crown jewel of Castle’s week came Saturday night against the Mavericks, when he dropped a 40-point triple-double - a feat matched by just one other Spur in franchise history: Hall of Famer David Robinson. That’s elite company, and it speaks volumes about the kind of impact Castle is making in just his second season.
This isn’t just a hot streak - it’s the continuation of a breakout campaign for the reigning Rookie of the Year. Castle’s game continues to evolve, and what’s striking is how seamlessly he’s blending scoring with playmaking. He’s not just filling the stat sheet - he’s doing it in a way that elevates everyone around him.
Now sitting at 36-16, the Spurs are holding firm as the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference, four games back of the Thunder. They’ll look to keep the momentum rolling Tuesday night when they head to Los Angeles to face the Lakers (32-20) at Crypto.com Arena.
With Castle playing at this level and the Spurs stacking wins, San Antonio is quickly becoming a team no one wants to see come playoff time.