Game Thread Spurs (28-13) vs Timberwolves (27-14) (Sat 1/17/26) [7:00 PM CDT]

[bozhemoi]

It's crazy how Devin's absence makes the heart grow fonder. You kinda don't see his impact until he is gone. But I agree with the comment how Dev is an offense release valve where that one tough middy or timely triple from Devin will stave off a run by the opponent sometimes. You tolerate the low efficiency because he hits the kind of shots where even one may be all you need anyway. Love how he has returned to the defensive focus he was touted for coming into the league but never really developed. With other priority scorers on the team now he can save his energy more on offense which enhances his defense.

It turns out hating a player solely because SpursTalk tells you to hate him isn't a great way to go.

 

[heyheymymy]

imho Devin has some valid criticisms. The money needs to better match the production although I'd attribute more of the inconsistencies to health issues out of his control than I think most of the fans do.

 

[ace3g]

https://twitter.com/x/status/2012680690526015561

 

[ace3g]

https://twitter.com/x/status/2012669890285449382

 

[SpursBrazil]

https://twitter.com/x/status/2012674268593561897

 

[Ice009]

Awesome. I want to beat them at full stength.

And great that Steph is going to play.

 

[Strategic]

2nd half of the season starts tonight. Let’s see what the good guys can do. Go Spurs Go!!!!

 

[SpursBrazil]

https://bsky.app/profile/tomorsborn.bsky.social%2Fpost%2F3mcntlqkxms2r

 

[Quentin_Compson]

It turns out hating a player solely because SpursTalk tells you to hate him isn't a great way to go.

It also turns out overhyping any player just because a certain franchise drafts him or trades for him isn't a great way to go.

 

[Correct Crusader]

It's crazy how Devin's absence makes the heart grow fonder. You kinda don't see his impact until he is gone. But I agree with the comment how Dev is an offense release valve where that one tough middy or timely triple from Devin will stave off a run by the opponent sometimes. You tolerate the low efficiency because he hits the kind of shots where even one may be all you need anyway. Love how he has returned to the defensive focus he was touted for coming into the league but never really developed. With other priority scorers on the team now he can save his energy more on offense which enhances his defense.

It's crazy how we're recognizing his value in the regular season. Usually it's the playoffs where players like him become obviously important. Sometimes you need a guy who can hit a shot, no matter how difficult.

 

[SpursBrazil]

https://twitter.com/x/status/2012683917673763255

 

[Itzsoweezee]

https://twitter.com/x/status/2012683917673763255

Honestly might be better for the wolves that Gobert not play

 

[LeBowen]

I would've preferred if he played.
Like this we'll be up against Naz/Randle 3pts and it can easily get out of control in non-Wemby minutes.
Got to attack the paint and get them in foul trouble.

 

[Robz4000]

Yop. Gobert being out helps them in this matchup tbh.

 

[SpursBrazil]

https://twitter.com/x/status/2012682474241864167

 

[ace3g]

https://twitter.com/x/status/2012685188313059814

 

[ace3g]

https://twitter.com/x/status/2012685855429623964

 

[ace3g]

https://twitter.com/x/status/2012686824716517870

 

[Guru of Nothing]

https://twitter.com/x/status/2012685855429623964

Put some knee pads on, Vic.

 

[ace3g]

Put some knee pads on, Vic.

Need to borrow some from Tony Hawk

 

[OK Computer]

So why is Ingram available and DJG isn’t? Are they giving him a last chance?

 

[OK Computer]

https://twitter.com/x/status/2012682474241864167

This quote is very telling. If they move on from DV, they need an the same archetype to replace him. That is, unless Castle shoots better.

 

[LeBowen]

 

[Guru of Nothing]

Go Spurs Go!

 

[OK Computer]

What was Corliss Williamson sniffing on the bench?