Spurs Insider
193 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 71 ratingsHosted by sports columnist Mike Finger, Spurs Insider gives you behind-the-scenes access to San Antonio’s favorite team. Count on Spurs writers Jeff McDonald and Tom Orsborn to keep the analysis lively and on point.
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Winning Streak Ends At 5 | Tom Orsborn
January 10, 2019 07:20 - 17 minutes - 14.1 MBSan Antonio Express-News sports writer Tom Orsborn breaks down his thoughts on the Spurs succumbing to the difficulty of today's fast-paced NBA schedule, ending their winning streak at five games with a loss to the Grizzlies. Find more Spurs talk at https://www.expressnews.com/spurs-nation/
Spurs Beat Toronto | Jeff McDonald, Mike Finger
January 04, 2019 15:01 - 26 minutes - 20.9 MBSan Antonio Express-News sports writers Jeff McDonald and Mike Finger break down the big Spurs victory on their home court against Kawhi Leonard and the Toronto Raptors. Find more Spurs talk at https://www.expressnews.com/spurs-nation/
Defense On The Rise | Jeff McDonald
December 28, 2018 06:23 - 19 minutes - 15.2 MBSan Antonio Express-News sports writer Jeff McDonald details how the Spurs defense seems to have, on a dime, gone from one of the worst to one of the best in the NBA. Find more Spurs talk at https://www.expressnews.com/spurs-nation/
Spurs Win 5 During Home Stand | Mike Finger
December 20, 2018 01:17 - 17 minutes - 14.4 MBSan Antonio Express-News sports writer Mike Finger breaks down the improvement in defense that allowed the Spurs to nearly stay perfect at home during the last six games. Find more Spurs talk at https://www.expressnews.com/spurs-nation/
Two Home Wins In A Row | Tom Orsborn
December 11, 2018 02:08 - 18 minutes - 14.8 MBSan Antonio Express-News sports writer Tom Orsborn breaks down the latest Spurs victories against LA and Utah, followed by talk of great play from Jakob Poeltl, Pau Gasol's lingering foot injury and the emergence of Patty Mills as the team's undisputed vocal leader. Find more Spurs talk at https://www.expressnews.com/spurs-nation/
Spurs Beat Portland | Jeff McDonald
December 04, 2018 22:07 - 20 minutes - 16.1 MBSan Antonio Express-News sports writer Jeff McDonald breaks down the most recent San Antonio victory after big losses to Minnesota and Houston, plus his thoughts on Greg Popovich's disdain for three pointers, and an update on Lonnie Walker. Find more Spurs talk at https://www.expressnews.com/spurs-nation/
Destroyed By Minnesota | Tom Orsborn
November 30, 2018 16:17 - 14 minutes - 11.8 MBSan Antonio Express-News sports writer Tom Orsborn breaks down the momentous loss to the Timberwolves, what's coming up in December, news on the recovery of Lonnie Walker, and what the Spurs need from LaMarcus Aldridge in order to make the playoffs. Find more Spurs talk at https://www.expressnews.com/spurs-nation/
Spurs Plagued By Inconsistent Defensive Play | Mike Finger
November 21, 2018 18:22 - 20 minutes - 16.6 MBSan Antonio Express-News sports writer Mike Finger gives his take on the 2-6 Spurs road record so far this season, what coach Greg Popovich is thinking during tough times, and what's in store for the rest of the month. Find more Spurs talk at https://www.expressnews.com/spurs-nation/
Tough November Schedule | Jeff McDonald
November 14, 2018 15:08 - 24 minutes - 19.7 MBSan Antonio Express-News sports writer Jeff McDonald goes over recent losses and the win against Houston as the team overall remains plagued by injuries, though Derrick White is back in the lineup for the remaining tough November games that cover more mileage than the Rodeo Roadtrip. Find more Spurs talk at https://www.expressnews.com/spurs-nation/
Winning Streak Comes To An End | Tom Orsborn
November 08, 2018 05:29 - 18 minutes - 14.8 MBSan Antonio Express-News sports writer Tom Osborn gives his thoughts to the recent loss to Orlando, how Marco Belinelli's uncanny off-balance shots are a sight to see, and the roller coaster that is the San Antonio Spurs defense. Find more Spurs talk at https://www.expressnews.com/spurs-nation/.
DeMar DeRozan Continues To Impress
November 01, 2018 23:17 - 18 minutes - 15.1 MBSan Antonio Express-News sports writer Jeff McDonald covers the last three Spurs victories, as well as the continued great playmaking by DeMar DeRozan, and what will hopefully be an even better Spurs defense in the coming weeks. Find more Spurs talk at https://www.expressnews.com/spurs-nation/.
Win Against LA, Loss To Indiana
October 25, 2018 20:41 - 18 minutes - 15.1 MBSan Antonio Express-News sports writer Mike Finger breaks down the road win against Lebron James and the Lakers followed by what went wrong against the the Indiana Pacers. Find more Spurs talk at https://www.expressnews.com/spurs-nation/.
Despite Injuries, Spurs Victorious In Season Opener
October 19, 2018 14:20 - 17 minutes - 14.1 MBSan Antonio Express-News sports writer Tom Orsborn gives his thoughts on San Antonio's season opening victory against Minnesota, team injuries, and Kawhi Leonard's debut with Toronto. Find more Spurs talk at https://www.expressnews.com/spurs-nation/.
Multiple Injuries in the Span of a Week
October 12, 2018 21:16 - 20 minutes - 16.2 MBSan Antonio Express-News sports writer Jeff McDonald has updates on this week's injuries of Lonnie Walker, Dejounte Murray and Derrick White. Find more Spurs talk at https://www.expressnews.com/spurs-nation/.
Rebuilding San Antonio's Defense
October 03, 2018 01:40 - 17 minutes - 13.7 MBSan Antonio Express-News sports writers Jeff McDonald and Mike Finger discuss rebuilding San Antonio's defense, how DeMar DeRozan & Lamarcus Aldridge might fit together, and how lesser known players might play a role this season. Find more Spurs talk at https://www.expressnews.com/spurs-nation/.
Spurs Media Day
September 25, 2018 21:41 - 20 minutes - 16.5 MBSan Antonio Express-News sports writers Jeff McDonald and Mike Finger discuss what went down on Monday of this week during media day with the San Antonio Spurs. Find more Spurs talk at https://www.expressnews.com/spurs-nation/.
Manu Ginobili Speaks out Before the Start of Spurs Training Camp
September 20, 2018 05:06 - 16 minutes - 13.2 MBSan Antonio Express-News Spurs Beat writer Jeff McDonald discusses what was said at the recent Manu Ginobili press conference, followed by a breakdown of what to look out for during the upcoming S[urs training camp that will see more than the typical amount of new faces. Find more Spurs talk at https://www.expressnews.com/spurs-nation/.
The Childhood of Spurs Rookie Lonnie Walker
September 14, 2018 22:31 - 22 minutes - 17.8 MBSan Antonio Express-News Spurs Beat writer Jeff McDonald discuses a piece he's working on about the childhood of the 18th pick in the 2018 NBA Draft, Lonnie Walker, and how he came to be a San Antonio Spur. Find more Spurs talk at https://www.expressnews.com/spurs-nation/.
Looking Back on Manu Ginobili With Jeff Mcdonald
September 06, 2018 12:52 - 20 minutes - 16 MBSan Antonio Express-News Spurs Beat writer Jeff McDonald breaks down his thoughts on Manu Ginobili's retirement, and what it's been like covering him for 11 of his 16 years in San Antonio. Find more Spurs talk at https://www.expressnews.com/spurs-nation/. Submit your questions each week to https://www.facebook.com/AllSpursNation/ & https://twitter.com/Spurs_Nation.
Manu Ginobili Retires
August 28, 2018 03:58 - 19 minutes - 15.5 MBSan Antonio Express-News Spurs beat reporter Jabari Young gives his thoughts on the news of Manu Ginobili's retirement, & how the Spurs can move forward. Find more Spurs talk from San Antonio Express-News Spurs Beat Reporter Jabari Young at https://www.expressnews.com/author/jabari-young/. Submit your questions each week to https://www.facebook.com/AllSpursNation/ & https://twitter.com/Spurs_Nation.
Rudy Gay Is Reborn
August 22, 2018 08:48 - 21 minutes - 17.5 MBSan Antonio Express-News sports reporter Tom Orsborn joins the podcast this week to discuss his trip to Baltimore where he spoke with Rudy Gay and his family about his improved health, the upcoming season, and how Gay continues to give back to his hometown. Find more Spurs talk from San Antonio Express-News Spurs Beat Reporter Jabari Young at https://www.expressnews.com/author/jabari-young/. Submit your questions each week to https://www.facebook.com/AllSpursNation/ & https://twitter.com/Spu...
Kawhi Leonard's "Thank You" Letter
August 14, 2018 11:41 - 29 minutes - 23.8 MBSan Antonio Express-News Spurs beat reporter Jabari Young is back to discuss Kawhi Leonard's choice to finally break his silence, as well as talk of the upcoming season's schedule and starting rotation. Find more Spurs talk from San Antonio Express-News Spurs Beat Reporter Jabari Young at https://www.expressnews.com/author/jabari-young/. Submit your questions each week to https://www.facebook.com/AllSpursNation/ & https://twitter.com/Spurs_Nation.
The Spurs According to Jeff McDonald
August 09, 2018 15:43 - 21 minutes - 17.3 MBSan Antonio Express-News Spurs Beat writer Jeff McDonald is in for Jabari Young this week to discuss San Antonio’s Vegas odds, the team’s current roster, and Rudy Gay. Find more Spurs talk from San Antonio Express-News Spurs Beat Reporter Jabari Young at https://www.expressnews.com/author/jabari-young/. Submit your questions each week to https://www.facebook.com/AllSpursNation/ & https://twitter.com/Spurs_Nation.
Don Harris on Kawhi Leonard, DeMar DeRozan & Manu Ginóbili
July 30, 2018 10:24 - 38 minutes - 30.7 MBWOAI's Don Harris joins San Antonio Express-News Spurs beat reporter Jabari Young for a discussion of all things Spurs. Find more Spurs talk from San Antonio Express-News Spurs Beat Reporter Jabari Young at https://www.expressnews.com/author/jabari-young/. Submit your questions each week to https://www.facebook.com/AllSpursNation/ & https://twitter.com/Spurs_Nation.
Guest Co-Host Mike Finger
July 27, 2018 05:20 - 19 minutes - 15.8 MBSan Antonio Express-News columnist Mike Finger fills in for Jabari Young this week to give his take on the Kawhi Leonard trade, how DeMar DeRozan will fit into the San Antonio Spurs, and how coach Gregg Popovich has made his first comeback to the basketball court following the passing of his wife. Find more Spurs talk from San Antonio Express-News Spurs Beat Reporter Jabari Young at https://www.expressnews.com/author/jabari-young/. Submit your questions each week to https://www.facebook.com/...
Kawhi Leonard Traded To Toronto Raptors
July 19, 2018 04:59 - 26 minutes - 21 MBSan Antonio Express-News Spurs beat reporter Jabari Young breaks down today’s news that Kawhi Leonard is no longer a Spur. Find more Spurs talk from San Antonio Express-News Spurs Beat Reporter Jabari Young at https://www.expressnews.com/author/jabari-young/. Submit your questions each week to https://www.facebook.com/AllSpursNation/ & https://twitter.com/Spurs_Nation.
We're Back!
July 16, 2018 15:32 - 25 minutes - 20.2 MBSan Antonio Express-News Spurs beat reporter Jabari Young gives his take on all the trading & rumors taking place since the podcast went on break. Find more Spurs talk from San Antonio Express-News Spurs Beat Reporter Jabari Young at https://www.expressnews.com/author/jabari-young/. Submit your questions each week to https://www.facebook.com/AllSpursNation/ & https://twitter.com/Spurs_Nation.
For The People: Taking Fan Questions About The Spurs
May 01, 2018 22:55 - 32 minutes - 26 MBSan Antonio Express-News Spurs beat reporter Jabari Young wraps up final thoughts on the 2017-2018 Spurs season followed by multiple fan questions submitted to the podcast from social media. Find more Spurs talk from San Antonio Express-News Spurs Beat Reporter Jabari Young at https://www.expressnews.com/author/jabari-young/. Submit your questions each week to https://www.facebook.com/AllSpursNation/ & https://twitter.com/Spurs_Nation.
There Will Be A Game 5!
April 23, 2018 09:38 - 24 minutes - 19.8 MBBeating the Golden State Warriors 103-90, the Spurs live to fight another day. There will be a Game 5. San Antonio Express News Spurs beat reporter Jabari Young has the details.
Game 3 Postgame Discussion
April 20, 2018 20:05 - 10 minutes - 8.41 MBThis solo episode features Jabari Young going through the unexpected death of Coach Popovich's wife & the ensuring loss to Golden State as the Spurs now face elimination in San Antonio.
Must Win Game 3 For Spurs
April 18, 2018 16:54 - 21 minutes - 16.9 MBSan Antonio Express-News Spurs beat reporter Jabari Young goes through the stats for Golden State's first two victories against the Spurs, and what San Antonio must do to win on Thursday at the AT&T Center. Find more Spurs talk from San Antonio Express-News Spurs Beat Reporter Jabari Young at https://www.expressnews.com/author/jabari-young/. Submit your questions each week to https://www.facebook.com/AllSpursNation/ & https://twitter.com/Spurs_Nation.
Spurs vs Warriors Game 1 Recap
April 15, 2018 11:05 - 4 minutes - 4.93 MBJabari Young & Mike Finger break down what happened in the Spurs 113-92 loss to Golden State.
Playoffs Preview - Special Episode
April 13, 2018 03:58 - 14 minutes - 11.3 MBSan Antonio Express-News Spurs beat reporter Jabari Young breaks down the Spurs chances against the Golden State Warriors. Find more Spurs talk from San Antonio Express-News Spurs Beat Reporter Jabari Young at https://www.expressnews.com/author/jabari-young/. Submit your questions each week to https://www.facebook.com/AllSpursNation/ & https://twitter.com/Spurs_Nation.
Spurs Make The Playoffs
April 11, 2018 06:01 - 28 minutes - 22.6 MBSan Antonio Express-News Spurs beat reporter Jabari Young discusses the victory over the Kings that puts San Antonio into the playoffs for the 21st straight year. Find more Spurs talk from San Antonio Express-News Spurs Beat Reporter Jabari Young at https://www.expressnews.com/author/jabari-young/. Submit your questions each week to https://www.facebook.com/AllSpursNation/ & https://twitter.com/Spurs_Nation.
Strong Victory Over Houston
April 03, 2018 07:32 - 31 minutes - 25.2 MBSan Antonio Express-News Spurs beat reporter Jabari Young discusses the team’s 100-83 victory over Houston, snapping the Rockets’ winning streak while also holding them to their lowest offensive total of the entire season.
Players-Initiated Meeting with Kawhi Leonard… Will He Return?
March 28, 2018 08:05 - 23 minutes - 19.1 MBSan Antonio Express-News Spurs reporter Jabari Young talks the players meeting with Kawhi Leonard that was initiated by Tony Parker, and then takes a look at the team's remaining regular season games, followed by answers to your questions from our Spurs Nation Facebook and Twitter page. Find more Spurs talk from San Antonio Express-News Spurs Beat Reporter Jabari Young at https://www.expressnews.com/author/jabari-young/. Submit your questions each week to https://www.facebook.com/AllSpursN...
Spurs Winning Streak & New Drive to Make Playoffs
March 21, 2018 04:30 - 27 minutes - 22 MBSan Antonio Express-News Spurs Reporter Jabari Young talks Spurs comeback, how it happened & who needs to stay on fire for the team to make the playoffs. Find more Spurs talk from San Antonio Express-News Spurs Beat Reporter Jabari Young at https://www.expressnews.com/author/jabari-young/. Submit your questions each week to https://www.facebook.com/AllSpursNation/ & https://twitter.com/Spurs_Nation.
No Playoffs After Recent Losses?
March 13, 2018 10:36 - 27 minutes - 22.4 MBSan Antonio Express-News Spurs Reporter Jabari Young discusses recent losses that put the Spurs in jeopardy of missing the postseason for the first time since the 1996-97 season, possibility of Kawhi Leonard return and a discussion of how sleep, or a lack of it, affects NBA players. Find more Spurs talk from San Antonio Express-News Spurs Beat Reporter Jabari Young at https://www.expressnews.com/author/jabari-young/. Submit your questions each week to https://www.facebook.com/AllSpursNatio...
Spurs 4th Quarter Woes
March 06, 2018 06:55 - 32 minutes - 25.8 MBSan Antonio Express-News Spurs Reporter Jabari Young discusses how the Spurs have fallen in the rankings due to tough 4th quarter losses & how Kawhi Leonard might still return… followed by answers to your questions from our Spurs Nation Facebook and Twitter page. Find more Spurs talk from San Antonio Express-News Spurs Beat Reporter Jabari Young at https://www.expressnews.com/author/jabari-young/. Submit your questions each week to https://www.facebook.com/AllSpursNation/ & https://twitter...
Worst Rodeo Road Trip Record Ever, Kawhi Leonard Back In March?
February 27, 2018 06:17 - 26 minutes - 21.5 MBSan Antonio Express-News Spurs Reporter Jabari Young breaks down how the Spurs went 2-4 in their worst Rodeo Road Trip ever followed by Jabari's prediction that we could see Kawhi Leonard back in a Spurs jersey in March. Jabari then answers your questions from our Spurs Nation Facebook and Twitter page. Find more Spurs talk from San Antonio Express-News Spurs Beat Reporter Jabari Young at https://www.expressnews.com/author/jabari-young/. Submit your questions each week to https://www.faceb...
Spurs Predictions For After The All-Star Break
February 20, 2018 10:05 - 26 minutes - 21.3 MBSan Antonio Express-News Spurs Reporter Jabari Young has 3 crazy predictions for the Spurs after the All-Star break followed by answers to your questions from our Spurs Nation Facebook and Twitter page. Find more Spurs talk from San Antonio Express-News Spurs Beat Reporter Jabari Young at https://www.expressnews.com/author/jabari-young/. Submit your questions each week to https://www.facebook.com/AllSpursNation/ & https://twitter.com/Spurs_Nation.
Warriors, Trade Deadline, Grading the Spurs So Far & Social Media Questions
February 13, 2018 08:56 - 25 minutes - 20.6 MBSan Antonio Express-News Spurs Reporter Jabari Young grades the Spurs season so far, discusses takeaways from the 112-105 loss to the Warriors, praises the team's decision for no trades & grades the best & worst of the Spurs so far this season… all before taking your questions from our Spurs Nation Facebook and Twitter page. Find more Spurs talk from San Antonio Express-News Spurs Beat Reporter Jabari Young at https://www.expressnews.com/author/jabari-young/. Submit your questions each...
Rodeo Road Trip, Tips Against Warriors, Trade Deadline & Your Questions From Social Media
February 06, 2018 12:10 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBSan Antonio Express-News Spurs Reporter Jabari Young breaks down several topics of concern for the Spurs followed by discussion of the Super Bowl.