The Big Fundamental Spurs Podcast

A "podversation" about the NBA and the San Antonio Spurs; things may get "batty," but hey - it's all in the name of Big Fun

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Questions ahead of the season's second half and...
The San Antonio Spurs kick off the second half of their season Wednesday against the Dallas Mavericks, but questions loom before the games get underway. How does Lonnie Walker IV fit into the Spurs rotation with the team nearing a fully healthy roster? I...
57 min
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Keldon Johnson returns, Luka Samanic shines, an...
Spurs forward Keldon Johnson made the Rising Stars squad -- and also made his return to the Silver and Black from COVID-19 protocols. While several other key members of the rotation remain absent, Luka Samanic -- a rising star in his own right -- has shi...
59 min
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How long will the Spurs be shorthanded due to C...
The Spurs are down 5 players amid a COVID outbreak among the team -- so how long will they be shorthanded, and what does that mean for the Silver & Black's playoff chances? Plus, we examine the season's second half schedule, which was released this week.
64 min
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Dejounte's career night, what to do with LaMarc...
San Antonio Spurs guard Dejounte Murray was transcendent in night one versus the Warriors, tallying 27 points, 10 rebounds, and a career-high 8 steals. We talk about Murray's game and his development, as well as what the Spurs should do when LaMarcus Ald...
62 min
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The Big Fun Short: Are we buying or selling the...
We are not financial advisors. But given how "stonks" are a trending topic the Big Fun Pod has some fun discussing which Spurs they are more bullish or bearish on so far this season, and which players' value could rocket in the future. To the moon, baby!
106 min
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Spurs postponed amid COVID-19 contact tracing; ...
The Silver & Black had a handful of players in contact tracing Monday and were without the required number of players to suit up against the Pelicans. We break down what we know about the postponement, and remember Kobe Bryant on the anniversary of his t...
92 min
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The Spurs are 'road warriors' so far this seaso...
The San Antonio Spurs are 6-2 on the road this season, with their most recent win, 125-104 over the Portland Trail Blazers, coming with big performances from the "old guys" on the Silver and Black.
71 min
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Spurs address U.S. Capitol riot, while league a...
The Spurs just wrapped up one of the best stretches of road games in team history, but this week the team's focus off the court turned to the racial and social injustices that were at the forefront of national conversations following the attack at the U....
89 min
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Spurs stop the losing skid, but can they put to...
The San Antonio Spurs were able to walk into Staples Center this week and leave with a win, and that's something that shouldn't be taken for granted -- especially after a 4-game losing skid. But will the injuries to LaMarcus Aldridge and Derrick White co...
71 min
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Becky Hammon makes history, Dejounte Murray tur...
San Antonio Spurs assistant coach Becky Hammon made history last night when she took over the head coaching role following Gregg Popovich's ejection. The Big Fun Pod reacts to the major milestone and breaks down the first week of the 2020-2021 season.
70 min
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Devin Vassell is really good, and we don't care...
The San Antonio Spurs are ready to tip off their regular season Wednesday night in Memphis against the Grizzlies after an 0-3 preseason start, but The Big Fun Pod is less concerned with the record and more concerned about the rotation. Should Rudy Gay be...
60 min
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The Big Fun Preseason Primer Mega-Pod
Brace yourselves: the NBA season is coming! On the precipice of the Spurs taking the court to kick off their preseason, the "young boys" of the Big Fun Pod go deep on all things Silver & Black, from roster additions & subtractions to offseason adjustment...
140 min
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Spurs select Devin Vassell in the first round o...
This episode is an excerpt from the Big Fun Pod's live draft show and our instant reaction to the San Antonio Spurs selection at number 11 -- Devin Vassell, the 3-and-D sophomore from Florida State. 
45 min
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DeMar opts in to the Spurs, and Spurs fans opt ...
DeMar DeRozan is back with the Spurs -- for now. We talk what his opt-in means for a potential trade, and whether it could be another Silver & Black star on the move. And speaking of trades, the NBA is wheeling and dealing ahead of Wednesday's draft -- i...
72 min
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The DeRozan decision looming over the Spurs' of...
San Antonio Spurs star DeMar DeRozan can either opt in for another year with the Silver and Black or walk and become a free agent. We discuss the potential moves for the Spurs depending on whether DeRozan stays or goes. 
89 min
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Looking ahead to the NBA Draft | The Big Fundam...
It's a Big Fun Spurs Pre-Draft Special! Tom and Evan take a look at players whom the Silver and Black should consider with the 11th pick, as well as some players worth considering trading up to snag.
76 min
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The Spurs' historic playoff streak is over | Th...
It was a run that would have to end eventually, and after 22 straight seasons of postseason basketball, the San Antonio Spurs will miss the playoffs. This episode of the Big Fundamental Podcast was recorded live following wins by the Phoenix Suns and Mem...
122 min
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The Bubble Spurs are finding their way | The Bi...
The Spurs are at 2-1, and have already exceeded expectations that many had for them in the NBA's Orlando bubble. They might even actually make the playoffs. Tom Petrini and Evan Closky had some thoughts on the mistake-filled loss against Philly, especial...
58 min
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What the Spurs have to say on race in America (...
When San Antonio will take the court Thursday for the first time since March, the most notable difference might be three words painted across center-court: "Black Lives Matter." The Spurs, along with the rest of the NBA, have embraced the season's restar...
67 min
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On the Spurs' return to NBA basketball in Orlan...
With the NBA reportedly voting to return to play at Disney, Evan Closky and Tom Petrini got together to discuss how it will all work, and how this impacts the Silver and Black. Also, Coach Pop took some time this week to break down the issues of systemic...
65 min
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The Big Inevitable - Tim Duncan is a Hall of Famer
It's something we've seen coming for at least the last decade, but Spurs great Tim Duncan is officially a Hall of Famer. And of course, being a podcast named after the Big Fundamental himself, the Big Fun Pod had to assemble its own big three to wax poet...
43 min
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NBA suspends the season. So what's next?
The National Basketball Association made the shocking decision to suspend the remainder of the 2019-2020 season indefinitely after Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert tested positive for coronavirus. The Big Fun Pod discusses the watershed moment and what's nex...
35 min
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About the 'coaching controversy' in San Antonio...
Head coach Gregg Popovich missed the Spurs' matchup with the Charlotte Hornets and tapped Tim Duncan as his replacement. And that led to some takes on social media. The Big Fun Pod addresses the "coaching controversy," as well as the youth movement in Sa...
58 min
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Spurs Homecoming Spoiled | The Big Fundamental ...
The grueling Rodeo Road Trip has reached its conclusion, but it's not always Home Sweet Home. The Spurs drop their first game back in San Antonio to the Dallas Mavericks. The Big Fun Pod breaks down the game's action, theorizes what the team will do if L...
58 min
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Are the Spurs bad at signing free agents? The B...
The San Antonio Spurs were on a break while All-Star festivities were underway in Chicago, but the free agency made a move most Spurs fans anticipated in buying out DeMarre Carroll. It's fair to say Carroll was a bust signing, but is this a sign of a fai...
57 min