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Cowboys struggle as Spurs aim for NBA title after long rebuild

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 2:14 PM

Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Cowboys struggle as Spurs aim for NBA title after long rebuild
Summary

Jerry Jones' Dallas Cowboys have not advanced past the Divisional Round since 1996 and fell to a 7–9–1 record last season, missing the playoffs for a second consecutive year. Meanwhile, the San Antonio Spurs finished a challenging 2022-23 season with a 22-60 record, but rebounded with a 62-20 season in 2025-26. The Spurs are now preparing for the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks, marking a significant turnaround from their earlier struggles.

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By the Numbers
  • •Cowboys have not reached the NFC Championship Game since 1996.
  • •Spurs selected Victor Wembanyama with the top pick in 2023 NBA Draft.
  • •San Antonio's 62-20 record in 2025-26 led to an NBA Finals appearance.
  • •Cowboys 5-13 in postseason over the last 30 years.
  • •Mitch Johnson became the Spurs' head coach after Gregg Popovich retired.
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  • 2:14 PMYahoo Sports — Jerry Jones and Cowboys’ championship drought becomes harder to ignore as Spurs shine again — here’s why
What they're saying
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Jerry Jones’ Dallas Cowboys continue to fall short of advancing beyond the Divisional Round, while the Spurs keep shining.

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