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Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Independent Student Newspaper for the University of Texas at San Antonio

The Paisano

Is Wembanyama more NBA-ready than we thought?

Is Wembanyama more NBA-ready than we thought?

Luke Lawhorn, Sports Editor October 17, 2023

SAN ANTONIO – New employees typically need time to get used to a new job before making a case for being an employee of the month. All the more so when you are the youngest person in said company and...

Spurs host open practice at Frost Bank Center

Spurs host open practice at Frost Bank Center

Luke Lawhorn, Sports Editor October 10, 2023

SAN ANTONIO – The last time the San Antonio Spurs played a home game in San Antonio was on March 29, in what used to be the AT&T Center. Now 192 days later, the Spurs played its inaugural game at...

Spurs’ season schedule released

Spurs’ season schedule released

Misty Olawunmi, Staff September 12, 2023

Last month, the NBA announced the full regular-season schedule for the 2023-24 season. While there is some familiarity, a distinct change in the form of the new in-season tournament will be sure to excite....

Spurs coach Gregg Popovich signs five-year extension

Spurs coach Gregg Popovich signs five-year extension

Logan Martinez, Contributor July 15, 2023

It is safe to say that the “race for seis” is officially on.  As Greg Popovich prepares to sign a five-year contract extension with the San Antonio Spurs, the 74-year-old now finds himself the...

Are Wembanyama’s expectations too high?

Are Wembanyama’s expectations too high?

Rylan Renteria, Contributor June 29, 2023

Most, if not all, top overall picks in a leagues’ draft are typically viewed as a teams savior. Victor Wembanayama, the 7-foot-5 French phenom is no exception, and is actually gaining more attention...

The professional basketball dream is no longer purely American

The professional basketball dream is no longer purely American

Nicholas Kingman, Contributor June 21, 2023

Want to hear an interesting basketball stat?  No, it’s not some far-reaching ESPN-type stat that we all bring to attention on Twitter or Instagram for its outlandish nature.  International talent...

Should the Spurs go after Chris Paul

Should the Spurs go after Chris Paul

Logan Martinez, Contributor June 21, 2023

With the Phoenix Suns waiving veteran point guard Chris Paul, the former all-star will now test his luck in NBA free agency this offseason.  Coming off of the 2023 NBA season averaging 13.9 points,...

What getting swept means for LeBron’s Legacy?

What getting swept means for LeBron’s Legacy?

Logan Martinez, Contributor June 8, 2023

Throughout the history of the NBA, only 10 players have managed to play 20 or more seasons. Though regarded as a notable achievement, players in this stage are often seen getting low minutes and contributing...

Do we take crowds at games for granted?

Do we take crowds at games for granted?

Nicholas Kingman, Contributor June 8, 2023

The crack of the bat, the squeak of shoes on a freshly polished court, the clattering of pads or the banging of sticks on the ice. These mundane moments of athletic feats conjure up memories of the high-class...

Should the Spurs trade up for another top-ten pick in the 2023 NBA Draft?

Should the Spurs trade up for another top-ten pick in the 2023 NBA Draft?

Connor Suehs, Contributor June 4, 2023

It is safe to say that things look on the up for the San Antonio Spurs. The five-time NBA Champions have had a difficult last few seasons, with the likes of DeMar DeRozan, Dejounte Murray, Kawhi Leonard...

Are we witnessing the greatest finals run in NBA history?

Are we witnessing the greatest finals run in NBA history?

Logan Martinez, Contributor May 31, 2023

As the Miami Heat prepare to face off against the Denver Nuggets in the NBA Finals, many experts have been left wondering just how the Miami Heat have reached this point. Touted as an underdog in every...

With the Spurs roster going younger, should San Antonio make a change at head coach?

With the Spurs roster going younger, should San Antonio make a change at head coach?

Luke Lawhorn, Sports Editor May 28, 2023

Over the last quarter century, the San Antonio Spurs have grown accustomed to being one of the only basketball teams to be discussed until the summer months. In the midst of a wild series between Boston...

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