Salesian Sisters root for Spurs in 2026 NBA Finals
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 3:32 PM
Last updated Jun 6, 2026
The Salesian Sisters of St. John Bosco, longtime San Antonio Spurs fans, have gained attention during the 2026 NBA Finals. Known as the "Spurs nuns," this group has attended games for decades, wearing Spurs gear and showing support at courtside. Their fandom started in the 2000s, initiated by elder sisters in their convent. The sisters aim to connect with young people through sports, leveraging their love for the game as a conversation starter. They have garnered significant online popularity, with over 70,000 followers on social media, and have been seen interacting with players including Victor Wembanyama. Ahead of Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals, they held a private watch party rather than making the trip to Oklahoma City.
- •Salesian Sisters support Spurs at NBA Finals
- •Nuns have been Spurs fans for over 20 years
- •They aim to connect with youth through sports
- •Group has over 70,000 followers online
- •Held watch party instead of attending Game 7
- 3:32 PMYahoo Sports — The real story behind Spurs’ viral nun superfans, the Salesian Sisters of St. John Bosco
- 9:12 PMYahoo Sports — Meet the Spurs’ most unlikely superfans: The nuns behind their NBA Finals run
- 10:00 AMAssociated Press — The superfans known as the 'Spurs Nuns' aiming to bring divine intervention to the NBA Finals - AP News
- 9:00 AMYahoo Sports — Who are the Spurs nuns? Meet Salesian sisters rooting on Victor Wembanyama's team during NBA Finals
"Victor Wembanyama stepped off the court for a moment before Game 1 of the NBA Finals, accepted greetings from a handful of well-wishers in San Antonio Spurs jerseys, then bowed his head to join them in a quick prayer. They’re the Salesian Sisters of St. John …
"The Spurs’ most unexpected Finals stars are not coming off the bench; they are praying in jerseys over their habits. The Salesian Sisters of St.
"The Salesian Sisters of St. John Bosco in San Antonio have become a hit thanks to their love for the Spurs as NBA Finals continues.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 6, 2026, 3:32 PMThe real story behind Spurs’ viral nun superfans, the Salesian Sisters of St. John Bosco
The Spurs’ most unexpected Finals stars are not coming off the bench; they are praying in jerseys over their habits. The Salesian Sisters of St.
- Yahoo SportsJun 5, 2026, 9:12 PMMeet the Spurs’ most unlikely superfans: The nuns behind their NBA Finals run
The Salesian Sisters of St. John Bosco in San Antonio have become a hit thanks to their love for the Spurs as NBA Finals continues.
- Associated PressJun 5, 2026, 10:00 AMThe superfans known as the 'Spurs Nuns' aiming to bring divine intervention to the NBA Finals - AP News
Victor Wembanyama stepped off the court for a moment before Game 1 of the NBA Finals, accepted greetings from a handful of well-wishers in San Antonio Spurs jerseys, then bowed his head to join them in a quick prayer. They’re the Salesian Sisters of St. John …
- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 9:00 AMWho are the Spurs nuns? Meet Salesian sisters rooting on Victor Wembanyama's team during NBA Finals
A group of nuns who are longtime Spurs fans has caught the attention of NBA fans in the 2026 playoffs.
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