Small Market Bias: A San Antonio Spurs Podcast

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San Antonio writer and reporter Paul Garcia along with a variety of guests have all your Spurs angles covered. From news, trends and analysis to broader discussions about the big picture, this is a one-stop shop!

  1. 1D AGO

    Spurs Go Up 2-1: The Night Wemby Dominated the Wolves in Game 3

    In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia discussed the following topics: (00:58) Victor Wembanyama led the San Antonio Spurs to a 7-point win in Minnesota to help the Spurs take a 2-1 series lead. Wemby had his best playoff game, with 39 points, 15 rebounds, and 5 blocks. (02:40) Looking at what worked for the Spurs on offense against Minnesota and where they struggled. (09:45) Analyzing the Spurs' defense against Minnesota, where the Spurs made scoring in the paint tough, but also surrendered a lot of second-chance points. (16:54) Looking ahead to Game 4 on Sunday in Minnesota, with adjustments to watch, such as the Spurs' trapping scheme of Anthony Edwards, and the Wolves' shorter rotation. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    18 min

  2. 3D AGO

    Defensive Destruction - Spurs Blow Out Wolves by 38 in Game 2

    In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia is joined by guest Collin Reid, where they discuss the following topics: (00:59) The San Antonio Spurs evened the series with Minnesota 1-1, blowing the Wolves out by 38 points. The Spurs' lead in the second half reached 47 points, as they have continued to respond to losses with wins since January. (05:49) Breaking down the lockdown defense for the Spurs, where they held Minnesota below 20 points in each of the first two quarters and allowed just 95 points in the game overall. (11:40) Victor Wembanyama and De'Aaron Fox bounced back on offense after struggling in Game 1. Stephon Castle and multiple Spurs also finished with double-digit scoring in the blowout. (19:35) Looking ahead to Game 3, where the series will now take place in Minnesota this weekend. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    23 min

  3. 5D AGO

    Block Party and Offensive Woes - Spurs Drop Defensive Nail-Biter to Wolves in Game 1

    In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia discusses the following topics: (01:04) The Minnesota Timberwolves, a 10.5-point underdog, went into San Antonio to defeat the Spurs by 2 points in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals. (04:07) Looking at how Dylan Harper, Stephon Castle, and Julian Champagnie led the Spurs on offense, but against a Top-10 Wolves defense, the Spurs struggled in a number of areas on that end. The Spurs' two All-Stars, Victor Wembanyama and De'Aaron Fox, really struggled on that end of the court. (13:02) A solid night on defense for the Spurs, with Wemby blocking a new NBA playoff record 12 shots, but how the Wolves still scored enough and crashed the glass for the win. (21:52) Looking ahead to Game 2, which tips off on Wednesday in San Antonio. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    23 min

  4. MAY 3

    The Spurs vs Timberwolves Round 2 Playoff Preview

    In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia is joined by guest Collin Reid, where they discuss the following topics: (00:56) How the San Antonio Spurs went 1-2 in the regular season against the Minnesota Timberwolves, where the Spurs usually led early by double digits, but then Minnesota would get the games down to crunch time in the end. (04:16) Predicting who the Wolves will have guard Victor Wembanyama, De'Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle, Devin Vassell, and Dylan Harper, as well as where the Spurs may thrive and struggle on offense against Minnesota's defense. (24:30) The latest regarding Anthony Edwards' injury and his chances of appearing in the series. (28:32) Predicting who the Spurs will have defend Julius Randle, Jaden McDaniels, Ayo Dosunmu, and Naz Reid. Plus, it's going to be a mighty tall task for the Wolves' offense to score enough points against the Spurs' elite defense. (39:36) Providing series predictions for how they think the series will go. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    42 min

  5. APR 29

    Spurs Advance to Second Round After 4-1 Series Win Over Blazers

    In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia is joined by guest Collin Reid, where they discuss how: (01:52) The San Antonio Spurs dominated the Portland Trail Blazers for the first three quarters, but then Portland got within 9 points in the fourth quarter. To end the game, the Spurs relied on Victor Wembanyama on defense and De'Aaron Fox on offense to carry the team to the finish line and win the series. (05:39) The Spurs once again had another lockdown night on defense, holding the Blazers below 100 points for the third time in the series. Wemby blocked six of the Blazers' shot attempts. (11:49) Fox, Julian Champagnie, Wemby, Stephon Castle, and Dylan Harper led the way on offense. (18:42) The Spurs will see either the Minnesota Timberwolves or the Denver Nuggets in the second round. Right now, the Wolves lead their first-round series 3-2. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    27 min

  6. APR 27

    Wemby and Fox Lead Second Half Comeback as Spurs Take 3-1 Series Lead over Blazers

    In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia discusses: (01:03) The San Antonio Spurs making a 19-point comeback in Game 4 to defeat the Portland Trail Blazers by 21 points, and taking a commanding 3-1 series lead. (03:24) The Spurs' defense, led by Victor Wembanyama, putting the clamps on Portland in the second half, where the Blazers finished the final two quarters scoring less than 20 points in both quarters. (11:03) Wemby, De'Aaron Fox, and Stephon Castle leading the way for the Spurs on offense, with the Blazers having a tough time keeping Wemby and Fox out of the paint. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    19 min

  7. APR 25

    Harper and Castle have Breakout Playoff Performances as Spurs Take 2-1 Series Lead in Portland

    In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia discusses: (00:48) The San Antonio Spurs making a 15-point comeback in Game 3 to defeat the Portland Trail Blazers by 12, and taking a 2-1 series lead. The Spurs got this win without Victor Wembanyama, who remains in the concussion protocol. (03:39) Breakout performances from the young guards Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper, as well as other Spurs players like Luke Kornet, De'Aaron Fox, and rookie Carter Bryant. For the Blazers, they were led by Jrue Holiday, Deni Avdija, Robert Williams III, and Scoot Henderson. (17:40) What stood out both positively and negatively for the Spurs on each end of the floor in the win over Portland. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    25 min

  8. APR 22

    Wemby Leaves Game 2 with Concussion and Spurs Fall to Blazers in Crunch Time

    In the latest episode of Small Market Bias, host Paul Garcia is joined by guest Collin Reid to discuss: (00:48) Victor Wembanyama entering the concussion protocol after taking a tough fall with nine minutes left in the second quarter, and being ruled out for the remainder of the game. (08:22) Revisiting what happened to the Spurs in crunch time, where they couldn't generate good shots against the Blazers' defense. (15:21) What worked well for the Spurs on defense and why, even if Wemby doesn't play in Game 3, their defense should be sustainable. (22:07) Some of the Spurs' issues on offense against the Blazers' defense. Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    35 min
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San Antonio writer and reporter Paul Garcia along with a variety of guests have all your Spurs angles covered. From news, trends and analysis to broader discussions about the big picture, this is a one-stop shop!

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