Tom Petrini

Joined: Nov 21, 2025

Tom Petrini has covered Spurs basketball for the last decade, first for Project Spurs and then for KENS 5 in San Antonio. After leaving the newsroom he co-founded the Silver and Black Coffee Hour, a weekly podcast where he catches up on Spurs news with friends Aaron Blackerby and Zach Montana. Tom lives in Austin with his partner Jess and their dogs Dottie and Guppy. His other interests include motorsports and making a nice marinara sauce.

Apr 26, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers assistant coach Tiago Splitter pulls forward Deni Avdija (8) away from San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) during the second half in an altercation during game four of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

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Apr 19, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) warms up before game one of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Portland Trail Blazers at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

Apr 21, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) looks to pass against Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday (5) during the first half of game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

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Apr 19, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) drives to the basket during the first half of game one of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Portland Trail Blazers at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

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Apr 21, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) reacts after falling to the ground during the first half of Game 2 of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Portland Trail Blazers at Frost Bank Center.

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The latest update is that Wemby is progressing well and will travel with the team to Portland, but will he be cleared for Game 3 between the Spurs and Trail Blazers on Friday night?

Apr 21, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) reacts after falling to the ground during the first half of game two of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Portland Trail Blazers at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

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The Spurs say their superstar suffered a concussion in the loss to Portland. How long will he be out?

Apr 19, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (8) goes up to dunk during the second half of game one of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

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Victor Wembanyama led San Antonio to victory in the first matchup, but there are still a few things the Spurs can tighten up.

Mar 8, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) blocks a shot by Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason (17) in the second half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

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The Spurs' superstar is also the youngest player to ever win the award, and reacted after making history and joining some elite company. Highlights and instant reaction:

Apr 19, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) drives to the basket between Portland Trail Blazers forward Toumani Camara (33) and center Donovan Clingan (23) during the first half of game one of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

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Victor Wembanyama scored 35 points in his first postseason appearance, beating a record set by a San Antonio legend who was in attendance.

Oct 17, 2025; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) forward Keldon Johnson (3) bump chests before the game against the Indiana Pacers at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

Wemby is up for MVP and DPOY, while the Spurs' coach and sixth man are also top-three candidates for awards.

Aug 10, 2024; Paris, France; France power forward Victor Wembanyama (32) shoots against United States guard Kevin Durant (7) and shooting guard Stephen Curry (4) in the second half in the men's basketball gold medal game during the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Accor Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

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Victor Wembanyama has already played against the best under the highest pressure possible, and San Antonio is full of leaders to help him navigate his first NBA playoff run.

Dec 23, 2023; Dallas, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich speaks with San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) before the game against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

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Gregg Popovich isn't San Antonio's head coach anymore, but he's always around the team facility sharing wisdom and addressed the team ahead of their first postseason run as a group.

Apr 12, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Dylan Harper (2) lays in a basket ahead of teammate forward Carter Bryant (11) and Denver Nuggets forward David Roddy (45) during the second half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

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SAN ANTONIO - The Spurs lost the regular-season finale to the Nuggets, despite the sense that both organizations understood that it would be in their own best i

Apr 10, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Dylan Harper (2) drives to the basket against the Dallas Mavericks at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

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San Antonio said that the star rookie hurt his left thumb in Sunday night's loss to the Denver Nuggets, and the playoffs are right around the corner.

Apr 4, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) listens to head coach Mitch Johnson in the fourth quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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San Antonio could have secured an easier road to the NBA Finals if they beat the undermanned Nuggets, but after losing game 82 they may have to face Denver even earlier in the playoffs.

Apr 2, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Harrison Barnes (40) drives the ball while under pressure from Los Angeles Clippers guard Jordan Miller (22) during the second half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: William Liang-Imagn Images

San Antonio can be the first team in NBA history with eight players averaging 10 points or more for the season, but they'll need a big game from their unselfish veteran.

Tom Petrini

Joined: Nov 21, 2025

'Just Disrespectful': How Spurs' Stephon Castle Got Under Deni Avdija's Skin in Game 4

Spurs' Victor Wembanyama Cleared to Return From Concussion in Game 4 vs. Trail Blazers

Will Victor Wembanyama Play in Game 3? How to Watch Spurs vs. Trail Blazers

Three Adjustments the Spurs Need to Make Before Game 3 in Portland

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How Long Will Spurs Star Victor Wembanyama Be Out With Concussion?

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Wembanyama Injured After Hard Fall, Leaves Game 2 of Spurs vs. Trail Blazers

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How Can Spurs Be Even Better in Game 2 vs. Trail Blazers? Game Preview, How to Watch

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'Super Proud': Wemby Reacts to Becoming NBA's First Unanimous Defensive Player of the Year

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'A Tremendous Game': Wemby Shines in Playoff Debut, Spurs Beat Blazers in Game 1

Wemby, Keldon, and Mitch Johnson Officially Named Finalists for Regular-Season Awards

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'Ready As You Can Be': Wemby, Spurs Actually Have Lots of Big-Game Experience

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'He Always Gives Advice': What Gregg Popovich Told Spurs Before Playoffs

How Bad Was Spurs' Loss to Denver, Really?

Dylan Harper Available for Playoff Opener After Leaving Regular-Season Finale With Injury

Spurs Playoff Path Gets More Difficult With Disappointing Loss to Denver

How Harrison Barnes Can Help Spurs Make History in Regular-Season Finale