Spurs Insider

San Antonio Express-News

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.

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230 episodes
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Mar 5, 2025 · 35 min
Stephon Castle’s big push for Rookie of the Year | Spurs Insider
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.
Feb 25, 2025 · 37 min
A season in vein for San Antonio | Spurs Insider
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.
Feb 18, 2025 · 30 min
Is San Antonio ready for a post-All-Star run? | Spurs Insider
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.
Feb 11, 2025 · 42 min
San Antonio's changing of the guard | Spurs Insider
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.
Feb 4, 2025 · 37 min
Spurs outfox competition with superstar trade | Spurs Insider
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.
Jan 29, 2025 · 40 min
Wemby the French superstar, and one Fox-y trade | Spurs Insider
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.
Jan 21, 2025 · 40 min
The Spurs will always have Paris | Spurs Insider
Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald and Nick Talbot discuss the team’s upcoming trip to Paris, the recent slump and if Stephon Castle will take the next step in his development.
Jan 14, 2025 · 37 min
Can San Antonio stay in the race? | Spurs Insider
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.
Jan 8, 2025 · 37 min
Getting meaner: Why the Spurs must stop being nice | Spurs Insider
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.
Dec 31, 2024 · 38 min
Wembanyama and road ahead for San Antonio | Spurs Insider
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.
Dec 17, 2024 · 41 min
Wemby, Spurs defying early expectations | Spurs Insider
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.
Dec 11, 2024 · 34 min
San Antonio Spurs point guard Chris Paul's passing prowess | Spurs Insider
Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss Chris Paul jumping Jason Kidd to move into second place on the NBA’s all-time assist list and how he has adapted to playing with Victor Wembanyama.
Dec 3, 2024 · 36 min
It's Wembanyama's alien world | Spurs Insider
Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss Victor Wembanyama’s dominant run of late, how he could tap into his potential even more and why there is no one else like him, not even Brad Sellers.
Nov 26, 2024 · 36 min
On a roll, can Spurs keep it going? | Spurs Insider
Columnist Mike Finger and beat writers Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss Harrison Barnes’ big week, Chris Paul’s impact, Stephon Castle’s emergence, and Victor Wembanyama’s return from injury as the Spurs string together a surprising streak.
Nov 20, 2024 · 32 min
Blue skies ahead for San Antonio? | Spurs Insider
Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss the Spurs’ improvement in close games – even ones they lose – thanks to Chris Paul and the evolving outside-inside game of Victor Wembanyama.
Nov 12, 2024 · 30 min
Can Victor Wembanyama get even better? | Spurs Insider
Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs getting better and how Wemby could still improve on his dominant performances.
Nov 6, 2024 · 33 min
Coach Popovich's health scare | Spurs Insider
Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss Gregg Popovich’s health scare Saturday and what is means going forward for the Spurs and assistant coach Mitch Johnson.
Oct 29, 2024 · 35 min
A decidedly down-to-earth start for Spurs' alien Wemby | Spurs Insider
Columnist Mike Finger and Spurs beat reporters Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss Victor Wembanyama’s “slow start,” Jeremy Sochan becoming the Spurs’ enforcer and make predictions for how the Spurs will fare this week.
Oct 23, 2024 · 42 min
Can Wemby shake off the rust in time for San Antonio's opener? | Spurs Insider
Columnist Mike Finger and beat writers Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss whether limited action in the preseason will affect Victor Wembanyama and the rest of the lineup when the Spurs take the floor at Dallas.
Oct 15, 2024 · 42 min
How big can Chris Paul’s impact be? | Spurs Insider
Columnist Mike Finger and beat writers Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn discuss the ways Chris Paul can influence the Spurs season, and take a look at lineup questions around Victor Wembanyama that could affect Harrison Barnes and Jeremy Sochan.