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The Spot Up Pod

The official podcast of the Spot Up Shot newsletter with a focus on the San Antonio Spurs and NBA. thespotupshot.substack.com

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32:44

Ep. 62: Consecutive Wins and Trade Deadline is 3...

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2026/01/19

In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* How the San Antonio Spurs fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder, but defeated the Milwaukee Bucks and Minnesota Timberwolves in the last week (00:39). * Where the Spurs stand through 42 games this season (09:28). * The Spurs’ improved 3-point shooting in the last four games, after the team had been in a shooting slump for several weeks (10:30).* The upcoming trade deadline is on February 5. The players who might be traded and the

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25:44

Ep. 61: Relying on Defense Through Rough Storm on...

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2026/01/13

In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* The San Antonio Spurs’ one-point loss to the Memphis Grizzlies. (00:44)* The Spurs’ 16-point win over the Los Angeles Lakers. (02:00)* The Spurs defeating the Boston Celtics by five points. (03:48)* The Minnesota Timberwolves coming back from a 19-point deficit to defeat the Spurs in crunch time. (05:50)* Where the Spurs stand through 39 games and how they’re 10-5 against teams that are .600 and above. (09:40)* The Spurs’

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32:01

Ep. 60: What's up with the Spurs' Outside Shooting?

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2026/01/05

In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* The San Antonio Spurs finishing 2-3 in their last five games, with wins over the New York Knicks (03:12) and Indiana Pacers (05:00), and losses to the Utah Jazz (01:05), Cleveland Cavaliers (02:16), and Portland Trail Blazers (06:18).* Diving deep into the Spurs’ struggles shooting the ball from outside in the last five games (09:00). * Looking at the latest injuries for Victor Wembanyama (26:46) and Devin Vassell (28:10), as

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30:56

Ep. 59: The Spurs are Rollin' Through 30 Games

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2025/12/27

In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* The San Antonio Spurs’ 8-game winning streak, where they’ve defeated the New Orleans Pelicans, Los Angeles Lakers, Oklahoma City Thunder three times, Washington Wizards twice, and Atlanta Hawks (00:55).* How the Spurs have taken down the Thunder three times in the last two weeks (7:47).* Looking at the Spurs’ strengths and weaknesses on offense (12:19) and defense (18:14) through 30 games of the season, and where the Spurs are

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30:42

Ep. 58: Help Returns Soon and Trade Rumors on the...

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2025/12/08

In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* The San Antonio Spurs defeating the Memphis Grizzlies (00:34) and the Orlando Magic (01:38). Then the Spurs fell to the Cleveland Cavaliers (04:20), going 2-1 this past week and surpassing expectations (08:44). * Injured players could be returning soon, with Stephon Castle and Luke Kornet being listed as questionable to play Monday in New Orleans. Plus, Wemby and Castle were back at practice on Sunday (09:20). * Trade rumors

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18:55

Ep. 57: Spurs Qualify for NBA Cup Quarterfinals

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2025/12/02

In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* The San Antonio Spurs defeating the Portland Trail Blazers (01:03) and Denver Nuggets (01:41) on the road to qualify for the NBA Cup Quarterfinals. The Spurs will now face the Los Angeles Lakers on December 10 in the Quarterfinals (03:28). From there, reviewing the Spurs’ most recent loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves (04:28). * Analyzing the Spurs on offense (10:53) and defense (12:50) in their first seven games without Victor

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18:39

Ep. 56: Fox Leads Spurs to 2-1 Week, Plus, What's up...

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2025/11/25

In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* The Spurs defeating the Memphis Grizzlies (00:44) and Atlanta Hawks (02:14) last week, then falling to the Phoenix Suns (05:03). De’Aaron Fox led the Spurs last week, and he ended up being a Western Conference nominee for his play during the week (08:51). * Diving into the Spurs’ struggles during third quarters in the early season (10:13).* A preview of the games ahead this week against the Portland Trail Blazers, Denver Nuggets,

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20:40

Ep. 55: Wemby to Miss Time with Calf Strain Injury

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2025/11/18

In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* Monday’s news that Victor Wembanyama will be out for a few weeks with a calf strain injury. (00:26) Wemby joins Dylan Harper on the injured list (03:03), as well as Stephon Castle and Jordan McLaughlin (06:00).* How do the Spurs move forward without Victor for a few weeks? Who will be relied upon, and which players will receive more minutes and role increases? (06:33) How will the Spurs fare now against different levels of

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25:59

Ep. 54: Spurs are back on Winning Track and Injured...

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2025/11/10

In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* The Spurs’ last three games, with a loss to the Los Angeles Lakers (00:42), and wins against the Houston Rockets (03:19) and New Orleans Pelicans (07:45). This past week, the Spurs welcomed back De’Aaron Fox, Jeremy Sochan, Lindy Waters III, and Kelly Olynyk from the injured list. * With Fox, Sochan, Olynyk, and Waters III back, could Luke Kornet be on his way back to the court soon? (14:23) Also, how much has the Spurs’ defense

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23:53

Ep. 53: A 5-1 Start to the Season

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2025/11/05

In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* The Spurs’ last three games, with wins against the Toronto Raptors (00:53) and Miami Heat (02:28), and their first loss of the season, to the Phoenix Suns (04:10).* Dylan Harper joining the injured list with a left calf strain injury (09:07), and how Jeremy Sochan, Kelly Olynyk, and Lindy Waters III may return to the lineup soon (10:39).* The Spurs being 5-1 through six games of the season (13:56), and some brief observations on

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25:25

Ep. 52: 3-0 to Open the Season

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2025/10/27

In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* A detailed breakdown of the San Antonio Spurs’ Sunday afternoon win over the Brooklyn Nets. Players mentioned include Dylan Harper (02:49), Victor Wembanyama (05:52), Keldon Johnson (08:30), Devin Vassell (08:50), Julian Champagnie (09:04), Stephon Castle (09:27), and some key stats from the game. (10:49)* Revisiting the Spurs’ two wins against the Dallas Mavericks and New Orleans Pelicans in overtime. (13:22)* Team injuries with

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18:47

Ep. 51: Roster Set, Opening Night Rotation, and...

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2025/10/19

In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* The San Antonio Spurs setting their regular-season roster by waiving Adam Flagler, Micah Potter, and Stanley Umude. (00:35)* Looking at who will be out for opening night in Dallas, who is for sure in the rotation, and who might play next Wednesday against the Mavericks? (03:14)* Preseason takeaways on the team (07:38), Victor Wembanyama (10:20), Stephon Castle (11:33), Keldon Johnson (12:23), Julian Champagnie (12:54), Luke

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10:13

Preseason Observations: Spurs defeat Pacers in Indiana

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2025/10/14

The San Antonio Spurs improved to 4-0 in the preseason following a 16-point win over the Indiana Pacers on Monday evening in Indiana.In this video, Paul Garcia provides his observations on:* Stephon Castle playing in his first preseason game of the 2025-26 season. (00:19)* Victor Wembanyama’s double-double against the Pacers. (01:56)* Dylan Harper playing off the bench in his second preseason game. (04:58)* Luke Kornet’s play off the bench. (06:43)* Keldon Johnson scoring efficiently off the bench

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24:38

Ep. 50: Through Two Preseason Games

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2025/10/10

In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* Observations from the Spurs’ first two preseason games against the Guangzhou Loong-Lions and Miami Heat, focusing on the players in the rotation, how several players have had to run point, and the Victor Wembanyama-Luke Kornet frontcourt lineup. (00:42)* Then, some initial thoughts on Wemby, Keldon Johnson, Julian Champagnie, Kornet, Devin Vassell, Carter Bryant, Adam Flagler, and Lindy Waters III in the preseason games. (06:23)*

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16:03

Ep. 49: Preseason Injuries and Focus on Defense

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2025/10/02

In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* Offseason injuries for De’Aaron Fox, Dylan Harper, Jeremy Sochan, and Kelly Olynyk. How will each player’s injury impact the rotation during the preseason? (00:58)* Head Coach Mitch Johnson and numerous players mentioned how defense will be the focal point of the team this season. (07:27)* Can the Spurs’ offense work with multiple lead guards? (10:50)* What expectations have some of the players set for the team this upcoming

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17:07

Ep. 48: Training Camp Approaches

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2025/09/21

In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* Bismack Biyombo re-signing with the San Antonio Spurs and a breakdown of the Spurs’ current training camp roster. (00:44)* Key questions for training camp include who will fill the backup point guard role with Dylan Harper injured, whether anyone can take the backup wing spot from Julian Champagnie, where Kelly Olynyk fits into the rotation, and if one of the training camp invites will earn a standard roster spot. (05:31)Sign up

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19:32

Ep. 47: Dylan Harper Injury & Should the Spurs Extend...

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2025/09/08

In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* Dylan Harper injured his left thumb, which may force him to miss training camp and the preseason. (00:38)* Looking at whether or not the San Antonio Spurs should extend Jeremy Sochan’s contract with an October 20 deadline approaching. (05:45)* The Spurs signing Stanley Umude to a training camp contract(15:41)Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other

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22:15

Ep. 46: Trey Murphy III Rumor, Schedule Release, and...

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2025/08/24

In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* The San Antonio Spurs reportedly registering interest in Trey Murphy III of the New Orleans Pelicans. (00:52).* Breaking down each month of the Spurs’ 2025-26 regular season schedule. (07:34).* Features on Kelly Olynyk and a new section in The Spot Up Shot newsletter. (15:06).* The latest staff additions and promotions the Spurs made for their team (18:00).Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com This is a public episode

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20:22

Ep. 45: Sochan Injury, Fox Extension, and More Free...

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2025/08/10

In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* Jeremy Sochan’s calf injury that will keep him from playing in Eurobasket with Poland. (00:48).* Breaking down De’Aaron Fox’s contract extension with the Spurs and looking at the Spurs’ cap sheet during the four years of Fox’s extension (02:25).* Going over the free agent signings the Spurs made this past week of signing Riley Minix and Harrison Ingram to two-way contracts, and adding Micah Potter and Adam Flagler to training

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17:43

Ep. 44: Potential De'Aaron Fox Extension, David Jones...

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2025/08/01

In the latest episode of The Spot Up Pod, host Paul Garcia discusses:* The options between De’Aaron Fox and the San Antonio Spurs on a potential contract extension that Fox is eligible to sign on August 3 (00:30).* Looking at the projected roles for David Jones Garcia and Lindy Waters III, who were recently signed by the Spurs (08:15).* Going over the state of the Spurs’ roster and previewing the preseason schedule (13:14). Sign up for the newsletter at TheSpotUpShot.com This is a public episode. If

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