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The official podcast of the Spot Up Shot newsletter with a focus on the San Antonio Spurs and NBA. thespotupshot.substack.com

  1. Ep. 68: The Spurs Through 60 Games

    1D AGO

    Ep. 68: The Spurs Through 60 Games

    In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses: * (00:41) The San Antonio Spurs defeating the Detroit Pistons, the best team by record in the Eastern Conference. * (02:40) The Spurs making a 15-point second-half comeback to defeat the Toronto Raptors in crunch time. With the win, the Spurs are now 6-9 this season when trailing by 15 points. * (04:10) The Spurs taking care of business and comfortably defeating the Brooklyn Nets on the second night of a back-to-back. * (05:04) The Spurs falling to the New York Knicks by 25 points on Sunday, and why the Knicks haven’t been a good matchup for the Spurs this season. Plus, how De’Aaron Fox has been struggling on offense against top-level teams, like the Knicks. * (12:05) The Spurs being 14-8 this season against teams with .600 and above records. * (12:17) Breaking down the Spurs’ strengths and weaknesses on offense (12:43) and defense (14:33) through 60 games this season. Which areas are still worth monitoring come playoff time? * (16:54) Analyzing the math game for the Spurs in how much they’re winning 2-point, 3-point, and free-throw scoring against their opponents. * (17:25) Mason Plumlee signing a contract with the Spurs for the remainder of the season and Plumlee’s projected role once he recovers from injury. * (18:59) Why Mitch Johnson, Victor Wembanyama, and Dylan Harper are strong candidates to win some of the monthly February awards from the NBA. * (20:36) Previewing the Spurs’ next five games against the Philadelphia 76ers, Pistons, Los Angeles Clippers, Houston Rockets, and Boston Celtics. 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

    24 min
  2. Ep. 67: Another 8-Game Win Streak and Reaching a Contender Marker

    FEB 23

    Ep. 67: Another 8-Game Win Streak and Reaching a Contender Marker

    In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses: * The San Antonio Spurs going 2-0 this past week with wins over the Phoenix Suns and Sacramento Kings in Austin (00:41). * The Spurs joining the Thunder and Pistons in the ‘40-20’ championship contender qualification (07:20). * The Spurs taking care of business recently against below .500 teams and teams dealing with injuries (14:07). * Mason Plumlee signing a 10-day contract and the Spurs getting additional national television games (18:32). * Previewing the Spurs’ four games this week against the Detroit Pistons, Toronto Raptors, Brooklyn Nets, and New York Knicks (22:15). 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

    29 min
  3. Ep. 66: Recharging Before the Stretch Run

    FEB 17

    Ep. 66: Recharging Before the Stretch Run

    In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses: * The San Antonio Spurs going 2-0 this past week with road wins over the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors (00:46). * Victor Wembanyama, De’Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle, Dylan Harper, and Carter Bryant participating at All-Star Weekend (05:00). * How the Spurs compare to other top teams at the All-Star Break (11:34). * Jeremy Sochan getting waived, and the Spurs opening a roster spot (20:19). * Carter Bryant’s improved play on both ends of the floor (22:39). * Previewing the Spurs’ two games this week against the Phoenix Suns and Sacramento Kings in Austin (27:31). Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com After launching The Spot Up Pod on August 25, 2024, the podcast has already moved into the Top 10 among Spurs podcasts according to the rankings from MillionPodcasts.com. Thank you so much for taking the time each week to listen to and/or watch each episode! 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

    31 min
  4. Ep. 65: Castle's 40 Point Triple Double and A Quiet Trade Deadline for Spurs

    FEB 10

    Ep. 65: Castle's 40 Point Triple Double and A Quiet Trade Deadline for Spurs

    In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses: * The San Antonio Spurs going 3-0 this past week with a win over the Oklahoma City Thunder and two victories against the Dallas Mavericks (00:46). * Stephon Castle being named the Western Conference Player of the Week after he had a standout performance with a 40-point triple-double against Dallas (04:35). * The Spurs not making a move at the NBA trade deadline as the buyout market begins to take shape (11:28). * Jeremy Sochan not getting moved at the trade deadline (13:27). * Previewing the Spurs’ two upcoming games against the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors before the All-Star break, and which Spurs players will be participating in All-Star Weekend (19:58). 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

    25 min
  5. Ep. 64: It's Trade Deadline Week

    FEB 4

    Ep. 64: It's Trade Deadline Week

    In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses: * The latest trade rumors involving the San Antonio Spurs that include Jeremy Sochan, Guerschon Yabusele, Jose Alvarado, and whether Trey Murphy III might be available for trade at the deadline. (01:15). * How the Spurs went 2-1 this past week with wins over the Houston Rockets and Orlando Magic, and lost on the road to the Charlotte Hornets (19:37). * Victor Wembanyama was named the January Western Conference Defensive Player of the Month, as well as some All-Star updates (25:00). * Previewing the three upcoming games this week against the Oklahoma City Thunder, and two straight games against the Dallas Mavericks (27:00). 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

    29 min
  6. Ep. 63: Full Rotation Finally Together & Trade Deadline Draws Closer

    JAN 27

    Ep. 63: Full Rotation Finally Together & Trade Deadline Draws Closer

    In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses: * The San Antonio Spurs going 2-2 in their last four games, with wins over the Utah Jazz and losses to the Houston Rockets and New Orleans Pelicans (00:34). * The 9-man rotation returning to full health, and whether Julian Champagnie should start in place of Harrison Barnes? (08:20). * The NBA trade deadline being less than two weeks away, and a report that the Spurs may have interest in New York Knicks forward Guerschon Yabusele (15:11). * Victor Wembanyama being named an All-Star starter, and teammates Stephon Castle, Dylan Harper, and David Jones Garcia joining him at All-Star weekend in the Rising Stars game (20:40). * Previewing the three upcoming games this week against the Rockets, Charlotte Hornets, and Orlando Magic (22:00). 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

    24 min
  7. Ep. 62: Consecutive Wins and Trade Deadline is 3 Weeks Away

    JAN 19

    Ep. 62: Consecutive Wins and Trade Deadline is 3 Weeks Away

    In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses: * How the San Antonio Spurs fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder, but defeated the Milwaukee Bucks and Minnesota Timberwolves in the last week (00:39). * Where the Spurs stand through 42 games this season (09:28). * The Spurs’ improved 3-point shooting in the last four games, after the team had been in a shooting slump for several weeks (10:30). * The upcoming trade deadline is on February 5. The players who might be traded and the draft picks the Spurs have to trade (13:23). * Then, looking at players who would fit via trade as shooters off the bench or starting forwards (17:00). * Previewing the four upcoming games this week against the Utah Jazz, Houston Rockets, Jazz again, and the New Orleans Pelicans (30:24). 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

    33 min
  8. Ep. 61: Relying on Defense Through Rough Storm on Offense

    JAN 13

    Ep. 61: Relying on Defense Through Rough Storm on Offense

    In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses: * The San Antonio Spurs’ one-point loss to the Memphis Grizzlies. (00:44) * The Spurs’ 16-point win over the Los Angeles Lakers. (02:00) * The Spurs defeating the Boston Celtics by five points. (03:48) * The Minnesota Timberwolves coming back from a 19-point deficit to defeat the Spurs in crunch time. (05:50) * Where the Spurs stand through 39 games and how they’re 10-5 against teams that are .600 and above. (09:40) * The Spurs’ struggles on offense in the last eight games. (10:58) * How the Spurs’ defense has improved in the last eight games and has kept the team afloat. (15:57) * Bismack Biyombo and Lindy Waters III’s contracts fully guaranteeing and where the roster stands with the trade deadline approaching in February. (18:13) * Jeremy Sochan getting back into the rotation lately, and whether he may be a trade candidate. (20:21) * Trey Murphy III and Herb Jones reportedly are not being made available for trade. (21:30) * Previewing the Spurs’ upcoming games this week against the Oklahoma City Thunder (22:58), Milwaukee Bucks (24:17), and the Timberwolves (24:43). 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

    26 min
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The official podcast of the Spot Up Shot newsletter with a focus on the San Antonio Spurs and NBA. thespotupshot.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Paul Garcia
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    70
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Paul Garcia
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