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.

Mar 2, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) checks the scoreboard during a timeout in the second quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

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Stephon Castle is a star, San Antonio is shooting well, and the Nuggets still haven't seen Victor Wembanyama this year. Plus, Mitch Johnson tried some interesting strategies.

Mar 12, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) dribbles in front of San Antonio Spurs guards Dylan Harper (2) and Stephon Castle (5) in the first half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

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San Antonio clearly missed Victor Wembanyama as they gave up 81 points in the second half, but they did enough things well that this 134-131 loss will sting.

Jan 4, 2025; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) greets Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) before a game at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

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The Spurs say Wemby is questionable for the marquee matchup. What's the latest update on Wembanyama's injury, and who will guard Jokic?

Dec 8, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) and forward Harrison Barnes (40) in the second half against the New Orleans Pelicansn at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

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The San Antonio Spurs say a sore right ankle could keep star center Victor Wembanyama out of their upcoming game against the Denver Nuggets. How many games can Wemby miss and remain eligible for MVP and DPOY?

Mar 10, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) drives to the basket against Boston Celtics forward Sam Hauser (30) and guard Derrick White (9) in the first half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

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"We know where we’re going… Losing focus would show immaturity,” Victor Wembanyama said after he got popped in the face and scored 39 while Boston's Jaylen Brown got himself tossed arguing a no-call.

Mar 10, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) looks to shoot the ball against the Boston Celtics during the first hald at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

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Mitch Johnson talked about the fascinating coaching duel against Boston's Joe Mazzulla, and praised De'Aaron Fox who put up an efficient 25 points on 14 shots.

Mar 10, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Mason Plumlee (45) beats a large drum at center court after defeating the Boston Celtics at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

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“Once I knew I was free, I reached out myself to a couple people here and just said, ‘Hey, if there's a spot, I'd love to be here,’ and it worked out that way," Plumlee said.

Mar 8, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) looks over at guard Devin Vassell (24) in the second half against the Houston Rockets at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

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Spurs star Victor Wembanyama has been recognized as the best player in the Western Conference since the start of February. Will his stretch run be enough to win MVP?

Mar 8, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Carter Bryant (11) prepares to beat the drum after the game against the Houston Rockets at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

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Victor Wembanyama leads the way for San Antonio, but the Spurs are rolling because they have the deepest and most versatile roster in the NBA.

Mar 8, 2026; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) reacts in the first half against the Houston Rockets at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

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Victor Wembanyama led four Spurs with over 20 points as San Antonio played their best game of the year in terms of shooting and ball movement.

Jan 28, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Rockets guard Amen Thompson (1) passes the ball around San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) during the first quarter at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

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San Antonio has been rolling ever since they switched Victor Wembanyama onto Amen Thompson in January, while Houston has struggled a bit.

Feb 11, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; San Antonio Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson reacts after calling a time out against the Golden State Warriors in first quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard-Imagn Images

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When Mitch Johnson was dropping dimes at Stanford, he didn't think he'd be a coach one day. His late father, NBA champion John Johnson, knew he was a leader in middle school.

Tom Petrini

Joined: Nov 21, 2025

Wembanyama Available for Spurs vs. Clippers, But Will Kawhi Play?

'Not a Big Fan' | Why Wembanyama Tried and Ditched the Ankle Braces

Wembanyama Does It All as Spurs Squash Hornets 115-102 in his Return

Wembanyama Will Play Against Hornets, Harper Out For Spurs

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5 Positives From the Spurs' Loss to the Nuggets

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Castle's 30-Point Triple-Double Not Enough as Spurs Blow Big Lead to Nuggets

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Spurs Nuggets Preview: Wembanyama and Aaron Gordon Ruled Out

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Injury Update: Wembanyama and Gordon Out for Spurs vs. Nuggets, Barnes Will Play

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Wemby's Composure Offers Stark Contrast With Jaylen Brown's Ejection as Spurs Beat Celtics

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Wembanyama Shoots the Lights Out for 39 as Spurs Beat Celtics 125-116

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'I Feel Fortunate': Mason Plumlee Impressed With Spurs, Set for San Antonio Debut

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What a Week for Wemby as he Makes His Case For MVP

Pace and Patience: The Spurs Can Beat You a Million Different Ways

Spurs Play Best Offensive Game of the Season in 145-120 Blowout Over Rockets

How Will the Rockets Adjust Against the Spurs?

'Maestro': How Mitch Johnson Became Perfect Coach for the Spurs