The San Antonio Spurs are making noise - and it’s getting harder to ignore. This young squad is playing with a swagger that’s not just for show.
It’s backed by real, tangible growth on both ends of the floor. And right now, their focus is razor-sharp: take down the New York Knicks on Tuesday night and bring home the NBA Cup - the first piece of hardware up for grabs this season.
Fresh off a statement win over the Oklahoma City Thunder in the semifinal, the Spurs are playing like a team that believes it can beat anyone. And honestly, if they keep executing the way they have been - with sharp, connected defense and fast-paced, selfless offense - that belief doesn’t feel misplaced.
One play in the second quarter against OKC summed up exactly what this team is becoming. Victor Wembanyama read an inbounds pass like a seasoned vet, picked it off cleanly, and instantly kicked it ahead to Stephon Castle.
Castle didn’t hesitate - he took it straight to the rim and threw down a thunderous two-handed slam over Jordan Clarkson. It was a moment that had the bench on their feet and the message was clear: the Spurs are here, and they’re not afraid of the spotlight.
This group is young, no doubt. But they’re not playing like a team that’s still learning the ropes. They’re playing like a team that’s ready to win now - and that’s a credit to the chemistry they’ve built and the confidence they’re carrying into every possession.
The Spurs are picking up momentum with Wemby on defense leading to a Stephon Castle jam 👏pic.twitter.com/GFSPJ9VRVs
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Wembanyama, in particular, is stepping into a leadership role with a boldness that’s catching attention - both on the court and off it. His postgame comments after the win over the Thunder stirred up some chatter. Some critics are saying he’s talking a bit too much for a player still early in his NBA journey.
But here’s the thing: Wemby’s not just talking - he’s backing it up. His presence on defense is already game-changing, and his offensive game continues to evolve in real time.
More importantly, his confidence is contagious. The Spurs are feeding off of it.
You can see it in the way they move the ball, in how they rotate defensively, and in the energy they bring to every play.
This isn’t just a team with potential anymore. This is a team that’s starting to realize it - and they’re doing it together. The NBA Cup may be the immediate goal, but if the Spurs keep playing like this, it might just be the first of many milestones for this rising core.