Spurs Insider
Hosted by sports columnist Mike Finger, Spurs Insider gives you behind-the-scenes access to San Antonio’s favorite team. Count on Spurs writers Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn to keep the analysis lively and on point.
Episodes
May 13, 2025 • 43 mins
Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss the Spurs winning the No. 2 pick in the NBA Draft lottery, and if they should keep the pick and take Dylan Harper or if they should trade it for Giannis Antetokounmpo.
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No Flagg, but Spurs have 'pick of litter' after another lucky NBA Draft lottery
Finger: One last time, Gregg Popovich lives up to the moment
Before helping ...
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May 6, 2025 • 47 mins
Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss the Mitch Johnson officially taking over the Spurs head coaching job from Gregg Popovich and Pop’s retirement.
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Finger: One last time, Gregg Popovich lives up to the moment
New coach Mitch Johnson aims to do the Spurs Way, his way
Popovich's coaching career marked by human connections
Finger: Popovich's presence sure to re...
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April 29, 2025 • 37 mins
With another offseason underway, columnist Mike Finger and beat writer Jeff McDonald discuss what made Stephon Castle the NBA’s rookie of the year, and question why the Spurs would consider making a run at either Giannis Antetokounmpo or Kevin Durant.
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Spurs’ Castle named Rookie of the Year finalist
Finger: Why the Spurs shouldn’t wonder what if about Kawhi Leonard
Who will coach next season, will Wemby be ...
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April 15, 2025 • 40 mins
Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss the Spurs’ topsy-turvy season that saw head coach Gregg Popovich suffer a stroke and both of its star players, Victor Wembanyama and De’Aaron Fox, go down with injuries. Also somehow Chris Paul started all 82 games.
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Chris Paul leaves Spurs rookie Stephon Castle with summer homework
What's next for Spurs' Mitch Johnson?
Finger: ...
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April 8, 2025 • 40 mins
As the Spurs head into their final week, columnist Mike Finger and beat writers Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss Stephon Castle putting the finishing touches on an award-winning season, speculate on Chris Paul becoming a podcast host, and pay tribute to longtime radio voice Bill Schoening.
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Why the Spurs appreciate modest improvement over last season
For Spurs, winning is no slam dunk
Farewell to Philly Bi...
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April 1, 2025 • 32 mins
Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss the Spurs’ lack of effort versus the Warriors, Victor Wembanyama getting surgery and the Grizzlies firing former Austin Toros coach Taylor Jenkins.
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How former Spur Cory Joseph has built a blue-collar NBA career
Castle honored as West rookie of month for second time
Taylor Jenkins' firing raises eyebrows in San Antonio
Johnson l...
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March 26, 2025 • 38 mins
Columnist Mike Finger and beat writers Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss the moments of joy the Spurs have found near the end of a tough season, thanks to Sandro Mamukelashvili, Stephon Castle and Keldon Johnson.
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Flavor of Mamu: Mamukelashvili’s career night the stuff of Spurs legend
Spurs keeping standards high after losing two stars
Spurs win third straight as Vassell scores 25
Catch us everywhere:
Mor...
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March 18, 2025 • 32 mins
Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss De’Aaron Fox opting for surgery, effectively ending the Spurs’ hopes to be more competitive this season and how Stephon Castle is now a lock for rookie of the year.
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Castle's perseverance pays off vs. Doncic, Lakers
Redick a big fan of Wembanyama
Who enjoys a rebuild? In the NBA, misery can be worth the price
Pity parties not pa...
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March 11, 2025 • 33 mins
Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss a week of winnable games ahead, a possible surgery for De'Aaron Fox and how Wemby traveling with the team bodes well for next season.
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Spurs aim to bring more heart to fight with Mavericks
Kidd comfortable being passed by Paul
Spurs' Harrison Barnes 'keeping the lights on' with 3-point shooting
Spurs' De'Aaron Fox could face seas...
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March 4, 2025 • 35 mins
Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss Stephon Castle’s ascension to Rookie of the Year favorite and how De’Aaron Fox is adjusting to playing without Victor Wembanyama.
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At home in San Antonio, De'Aaron Fox navigates a tricky Spurs transition
Spurs' Stephon Castle making Rookie of the Year push
For Spurs, it's 'wait until next year' season again
Biyombo grateful for ...
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February 25, 2025 • 37 mins
Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss how Victor Wembanyama’s diagnosis with DVT changes the Spurs’ trajectory this season and what it means for the team going forward.
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Finger: With loss of Wembanyama, surreal season takes another sobering turn
On Victor Wembanyama's long road back, a bright side remains
Spurs big men Bismack Biyombo, Charles Bassey bond over injur...
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February 18, 2025 • 30 mins
After Stephon Castle’s impressive showing at NBA All-Star weekend, columnist Mike Finger and beat writers Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn talk about whether the Spurs are ready to take a step forward as the season resumes in Austin against Phoenix.
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Wembanyama fulfills goal of bringing energy to the All-Star Game
Castle falls short in duel with two-time defending dunk champ McClung
Why is Chris Paul still a Spur?...
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February 11, 2025 • 42 mins
Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss how De’Aaron Fox is already fitting in with the Spurs, how Chris Paul stayed in the lineup and Stephon Castle’s progress and dunk prowess.
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Why is Chris Paul still a Spur? He knows where he's needed.
Chemistry building for Spurs' Fox and Wembanyama
In the battle of Champagnies, the Spurs' version owns bragging rights
Spurs' firs...
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February 4, 2025 • 37 mins
Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald and Nick Talbot discuss the Spurs’ trade for De’Aaron Fox and how they made out even better then expected in getting a second superstar to pair with Victor Wembanyama.
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Spurs praise players shipped off in De'Aaron Fox trade
Spurs aren't shying away from heightened expectations after adding Fox
In landing De'Aaron Fox, Spurs continue a master heist
Spur...
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January 29, 2025 • 40 mins
Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss the Spurs’ trip to Paris, Wembanyama being a French superstar and the possible trade for De’Aaron Fox.
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As Spurs go to France, Wemby living up to his proclamation
Johnson mourns loss of Sonics great, family friend
Spurs focus on business over pleasure in Paris
Back-to-back losses to Grizzlies underscores Spurs' pace problem
Cat...
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January 21, 2025 • 40 mins
Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald and Nick Talbot discuss the Spurs’ upcoming trip to Paris, the Spurs recent slump and if Stephon Castle will take the next step in his development.
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As Spurs go to France, Wemby living up to his proclamation
Johnson mourns loss of Sonics great, family friend
Spurs focus on business over pleasure in Paris
Back-to-back losses to Grizzlies underscores Sp...
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January 14, 2025 • 37 mins
After one of the Spurs’ most impressive victories of the season against the Lakers, columnist Mike Finger and beat writers Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss Stephon Castle’s progress, Chris Paul’s impact, and whether Victor Wembanyama and San Antonio will be able to remain in playoff contention even through a rugged upcoming schedule.
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Under difficult circumstances, Chris Paul continues to lead young Spurs:...
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January 8, 2025 • 37 mins
Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss why the Spurs have struggled the last two games to finish in the fourth quarter, Chris Pauls’ impact on scoring and if De’Aaron Fox would be a fit in San Antonio.
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For Spurs' Chris Paul, points are part of the job too
Wembanyama learns to get mean as Spurs fight human nature
For Spurs' Mitch Johnson, progress is routine
3 Takea...
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December 31, 2024 • 38 mins
Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss the Spurs’ recent East coast road trip, if Stephon Castle is a Rookie of the Year candidate, and how the Spurs will fare over the next week.
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Wembanyama energized a sagging franchise, excited a city
For Spurs' road woes, the devil is in details
Inviting onlookers, Wembanyama embraces spotlight Duncan didn't
Spurs no longer in Ne...
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December 17, 2024 • 41 mins
Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss why the Spurs, despite a .500 record, are defying early expectations this season and might be closer to the top than anyone realizes.
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Spurs' Sochan: 'It’s not like I’m trying to be a (bleep) head. I’m just me.'
Spurs view Gregg Popovich's statement as encouraging sign
Wembanyama, Spurs see signs of optimism at .500
Peerless in ...
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