Spurs aim for sixth title as Wembanyama leads after Finals loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 14, 2026, 5:57 PM
Last updated Oct 14, 2026
The San Antonio Spurs, with coach Mitch Johnson in his third season, are set to open their NBA season against Oklahoma City on October 20. After finishing last season with a 62-20 record, they lost to the New York Knicks in the Finals. Victor Wembanyama, who averaged 23.8 points and 10.9 rebounds in the playoffs, is a central focus as the Spurs look to recover from their Finals performance. The team added players like Tobias Harris and Tarris Reed Jr., but depth in the backcourt poses strategic challenges.
- •San Antonio had a 62-20 record last season.
- •Spurs lost to the New York Knicks in the Finals.
- •Victor Wembanyama was third in MVP voting last season.
- •New players include Tobias Harris and Tarris Reed Jr.
- •Season opener is set for October 20 against Oklahoma City.
- 5:57 PMYahoo Sports — Wembanyama, Spurs out to rebound from disappointing NBA Finals loss in quest for sixth title
"San Antonio SpursLast season: 62-20, lost to New York in NBA Finals.COACH: Mitch Johnson (3rd season, 159-94).
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