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San Antonio Spurs
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Conference Western
Division Southwest
Founded 1967
History
  • Dallas Chaparrals
  • 1967–1970, 1971–1973 (ABA)
  • Texas Chaparrals
  • 1970–1971 (ABA)
  • San Antonio Spurs
  • 1973–1976 (ABA)
  • 1976–present (NBA)
Arena Frost Bank Center
Location San Antonio, Texas
Team colors Silver, black, white
              
Main sponsor Ledger.com
CEO R. C. Buford
President Gregg Popovich
General manager Brian Wright
Head coach Mitch Johnson
Ownership Spurs Sports & Entertainment (Peter John Holt, Chairman and CEO)
Affiliation(s) Austin Spurs
Championships 5 (1999, 2003, 2005, 2007, 2014)
Conference titles 7 (1999, 2003, 2005, 2007, 2013, 2014, 2026)
Division titles 23 (1978, 1979, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1990, 1991, 1995, 1996, 1999, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2026)
Retired numbers 11 (00, 6, 9, 12, 13, 20, 21, 32, 44, 50, 1390)
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The San Antonio Spurs are an American professional basketball team based in San Antonio, Texas. They play in the famous National Basketball Association, which is called the NBA for short. The Spurs belong to the Southwest Division in the Western Conference. They host their home games inside the loud Frost Bank Center. Before joining the NBA, the team was part of the American Basketball Association, known as the ABA. In 1976, four ABA clubs entered the NBA during the ABA–NBA merger. The other three clubs were the Denver Nuggets, the Indiana Pacers, and the New York Nets. Among these four teams, only the Spurs and the Nuggets have won an NBA championship. In fact, the Spurs are the only former ABA team with multiple NBA titles!

Basketball fans know the Spurs as one of the most successful franchises in sports. They captured five championships in 1999, 2003, 2005, 2007, and 2014. For decades, they held the highest winning percentage across all major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada. Between the 1999–2000 season and the 2016–17 season, they won 50 or more games every single year. That gave them 18 straight seasons with 50 wins, which set an incredible league record. They also reached the playoffs for 22 consecutive seasons to match an all-time NBA mark. Much of this amazing success came under coach Gregg Popovich, alongside legendary stars David Robinson and Tim Duncan. Today, new young stars continue this exciting basketball story for young fans everywhere.

The Spurs in San Antonio

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The team's name comes from a cowboy spur, which is worn on riding boots.

The Spurs share a special friendship with the people of San Antonio. Many former players still live in town and help local children. For example, Hall of Fame center David Robinson helped open the Carver Academy to support education. Legendary scorer George Gervin opened a youth center to help kids learn and stay active. Players frequently visit local schools and run basketball camps across Texas. This strong bond makes the team an important part of daily life in the city.

The Spurs played inside the giant Alamodome from 1993 until 2002. They set massive attendance records there, including the largest crowd for an NBA Finals game in 1999. In 2002, the team moved into the modern Frost Bank Center. Fans still fill every seat for home games to cheer on their favorite players. Every February, the arena hosts the famous San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo. Because cowboys need the building, the basketball players must travel for several weeks. Fans call this long journey the "Rodeo Road Trip." Even while traveling far away, the Spurs usually win most of these tough road games. When the team wins an NBA title, they celebrate with a boat parade along the San Antonio River Walk.

History of the Franchise

1967–1973: Beginnings as the Dallas and Texas Chaparrals

The franchise first started as the Dallas Chaparrals in 1967. They were one of the original 11 teams in the exciting American Basketball Association. A chaparral is another name for a roadrunner bird. Player and coach Cliff Hagan led the group during their opening basketball year. The squad played their home games at the Moody Coliseum and State Fair Coliseum. During their second year, they went 41–37 and lost in the playoffs to the New Orleans Buccaneers. Not enough fans in Dallas bought tickets, so the owners tried new ideas.

For the 1970–71 season, the team changed its name to the Texas Chaparrals. The owners hoped to attract fans across the whole state of Texas. They played games in Fort Worth at the Tarrant County Convention Center. They also traveled to Lubbock to play at the Lubbock Municipal Coliseum. Sadly, families in those other cities did not attend the games regularly. The club returned to Dallas full-time for the 1971–72 season. By the end of the 1972–73 season, the owners were losing money and wanted to sell.

1973–1976: Moving to San Antonio

A group of 35 business leaders from San Antonio decided to save the team. This energetic group was led by Angelo Drossos, John Schaefer, and Red McCombs. They made a special rental deal with the Dallas owners for three seasons. The group originally planned to call the team the San Antonio Gunslingers. Instead, they quickly picked the name Spurs before the season began. Some people say the name came from a fan contest. Others say an owner was born in the small town of Spur, Texas. The team changed colors to silver, black, and white.

The Spurs played their first game inside the noisy HemisFair Arena against the San Diego Conquistadors. Fans loved the team immediately, and 6,000 people attended opening night. San Antonio became famous for playing tough defense on the court. Speedy guard James Silas quickly became a favorite among the local fans. The Spurs added center Swen Nater, who won the Rookie of the Year award. In January 1974, they traded with the Virginia Squires for future superstar George Gervin. The Spurs went 45–39 in their first year before losing to the Indiana Pacers in seven games. Seeing the huge crowds, Drossos and his partners bought the team permanently.

Coach Tom Nissalke was let go early during the 1974–75 season because the team played too slowly. New coach Bob Bass encouraged the team to run fast and score quickly like schoolyard players. With Gervin and Silas leading the fast breaks, the Spurs won 51 games. San Antonio soon became one of the top basketball cities in the country. Even though the city was not as huge as New York, its arena was always packed. In June 1976, the ABA joined together with the NBA. Four ABA teams joined the NBA, while others closed down. The owner of the Kentucky Colonels, John Y. Brown, Jr., took cash and sold star Louie Dampier to San Antonio. The owners of the Spirits of St. Louis also received television profits from the surviving clubs.

1976–1985: The George Gervin Era

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George Gervin scored thousands of points for the Spurs between 1976 and 1985.

Some people thought ABA teams would struggle against NBA competition. The Spurs proved them wrong during the 1976–77 season by winning 44 games. They finished tied for fourth place in the Eastern Conference. They also built a fierce rivalry with their Texas neighbors, the Houston Rockets. Gervin became famous for his smooth finger-roll layup, earning the cool nickname "The Iceman."

During the 1977–78 season, Gervin fought with David Thompson of the Denver Nuggets for the scoring crown. On the final day, Thompson scored 73 points against the Detroit Pistons. Gervin needed 58 points that night against the New Orleans Jazz. He scored 20 points in the first quarter and 33 in the second! He finished with 63 points to win the scoring title. San Antonio won the Central Division with a 52–30 record. In the playoffs, they lost a tough series to the Washington Bullets. The next year, the Bullets beat the Spurs again in a close seven-game battle.

The Spurs moved to the Midwest Division of the Western Conference for the 1980–81 season. They won 52 games that year, 48 in the 1981–82 season, and 53 in the 1982–83 season. Despite regular-season wins, they could not get past the Los Angeles Lakers in the 1982 or 1983 playoffs. Great players like Magic Johnson proved too hard to beat in the postseason. After the 1984–85 season, the team traded Gervin to the Chicago Bulls, ending a thrilling chapter of basketball.

1985–1989: Difficult Years for the Team

The next four years were quite difficult for the Spurs. They won only 115 games while losing 213 contests from 1985 to 1989. Fewer fans attended games, and people wondered if the team might move away. However, good fortune arrived through the draft lottery in 1987. The Spurs won the first overall pick in the 1987 NBA draft. They chose college star David Robinson from the United States Naval Academy.

Robinson had to serve two years of active duty with the United States Navy before playing pro basketball. Fans waited patiently while Robinson completed his military service. In the 1988–89 season, the team struggled to a 21–61 record. Businessman Red McCombs bought full ownership of the franchise to keep the club in town. He hired successful coach Larry Brown, who had just won a college championship with the Kansas Jayhawks. Everyone was ready for Robinson to arrive.

1989–1997: The David Robinson Era

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David Robinson won the Most Valuable Player award in 1995.

David Robinson joined the Spurs for the 1989–90 season. Fans nicknamed him "The Admiral" because of his Navy service. Robinson was joined by rookie Sean Elliott from the Arizona Wildcats and veteran Terry Cummings. Together, they achieved the biggest one-season turnaround in NBA history at that time. The Spurs went from 21 wins up to 56 wins! Robinson won the Rookie of the Year award by averaging 24.3 points and 12 rebounds per contest.

During the early 1990s, the Spurs were a regular playoff team. Larry Brown was replaced during the 1991–92 season by Bob Bass. The team then hired Jerry Tarkanian from UNLV, but he lasted only 20 games into the 1992–93 season. Former player John Lucas stepped in as the new head coach. Lucas inspired the players, leading them to 39 wins over their final 61 regular-season games.

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The Alamodome was home to the Spurs from 1993 to 2002.

In 1993, businessman Peter M. Holt and other local investors bought the team for $75 million. The Spurs moved into the huge Alamodome for the 1993–94 season. The team traded Sean Elliott to the Detroit Pistons for top rebounder Dennis Rodman. Lucas coached the team to 55 wins, but an early playoff loss led to his departure. Coach Bob Hill took over for the 1994–95 season, and Elliott returned to San Antonio. In their first game that season, they lost to the Golden State Warriors despite Robinson grabbing 16 rebounds. But the team quickly found its rhythm against the New Jersey Nets.

San Antonio had the league's best record in 1994–95 with 62 wins. David Robinson won the prestigious NBA MVP award. The Spurs reached the conference finals but lost to the Houston Rockets. After the season, Rodman was traded to the Chicago Bulls. The Spurs won 59 games the next year, but major trouble arrived during the 1996–97 season. Robinson hurt his back and broke his foot, playing only six games. Elliott and forward Chuck Person also missed long stretches of time. Scoring veteran Dominique Wilkins did his best, but the team won only 20 games. Coach Hill was replaced by general manager Gregg Popovich. This difficult season had a silver lining: the Spurs won the 1997 NBA draft lottery!

1997–2016: The Tim Duncan Era

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Drafting Tim Duncan in 1997 changed the team forever.

With the number one pick in the 1997 NBA draft, the Spurs chose star forward Tim Duncan from the Wake Forest Demon Deacons. Duncan was smart, calm, and fundamentally sound on both offense and defense. Robinson was seven feet and one inch tall, while Duncan stood six feet and eleven inches tall. Fans called them the "Twin Towers." Together, they formed an unbeatable defensive wall near the basket. Duncan won Rookie of the Year in 1998 after averaging 21.1 points and 11.9 rebounds per game.

1997–2003: The Twin Towers Win Championships

Before the 1998–99 season, the league stopped operations during a labor disagreement between owners and the National Basketball Players Association. Commissioner David Stern announced the start of a shortened 50-game season in early 1999. The Spurs added experienced playoff players Mario Elie and Jerome Kersey. After a slow start, San Antonio finished with the league's best record at 37–13. They crushed opponents in the playoffs with an 11–1 record in the West. In the 1999 Finals, the Spurs defeated the New York Knicks in five games inside Madison Square Garden. Duncan was named Finals MVP, giving San Antonio its very first NBA championship trophy!

The team remained very strong during the 1999–2000 season. Teammates were inspired when Sean Elliott returned to play after having a kidney transplant. Duncan hurt his knee late in the season, and the team fell to the Phoenix Suns in the playoffs. Meanwhile, local voters in Bexar County approved funding to build a brand-new arena beside the Freeman Coliseum. The team won 58 games in each of the next two seasons. However, the powerhouse Los Angeles Lakers eliminated them in both the 2001 and 2002 playoffs.

Kevin Willis Bruce Bowen Malik Rose Head coach, Gregg Popovich Danny Ferry Manu Ginóbili Tim Duncan George W. Bush Asst. coach, P. J. Carlesimo Steve Kerr Owner, Peter Holt Tony Parker The Spurs visit the White House after their championship in 2003.Spurs White House
The Spurs visit the White House after their championship in 2003.

The 2002–03 season was special because Robinson announced he would retire at the end of the year. The team also moved into their new home, then known as the SBC Center. Young French guard Tony Parker took over the starting point guard job. Sharp shooters Stephen Jackson, Danny Ferry, Bruce Bowen, Steve Kerr, and Steve Smith joined the roster. Energetic guard Manu Ginóbili came from Argentina to play his rookie season. Duncan won the league MVP award while leading the Spurs to a 60–22 record. In the 2003 playoffs, the Spurs beat the Suns, Lakers, and Dallas Mavericks. They faced the New Jersey Nets in the 2003 Finals, winning in six games. David Robinson retired happily as a two-time champion, and Duncan earned another Finals MVP trophy.

2003–2011: The Big Three Era

With Robinson retired, Duncan, Parker, and Ginóbili became known as the "Big Three." The front office signed skilled center Rasho Nesterović and forward Hedo Türkoğlu. They also signed clutch shooter Robert Horry, who was famous for hitting big playoff shots. In the 2004 playoffs, the Spurs lost a heartbreaking game to the Lakers when Derek Fisher hit a shot with 0.4 seconds left. The Spurs were determined to bounce back the following year.

For the 2004–05 season, the Spurs signed shooter Brent Barry from the Seattle SuperSonics. They traded Malik Rose to the Knicks for center Nazr Mohammed and signed veteran Glenn Robinson. The Spurs met the tough Detroit Pistons in the 2005 Finals. In game 5, Robert Horry made an unforgettable three-pointer in overtime to win the game. Duncan scored 25 points in game 7 to win San Antonio's third title! Duncan joined legends Shaquille O'Neal and Michael Jordan as a three-time Finals MVP winner.

The Spurs won a franchise-record 63 games during the 2005–06 season with help from newcomer Michael Finley. However, they lost a seven-game battle to Dallas in the second round of the playoffs. The Spurs answered back in the 2006–07 season. After a great late-season run, they defeated the Phoenix Suns and the Utah Jazz in the playoffs. In the 2007 Finals, the Spurs swept the Cleveland Cavaliers in four straight games. Tony Parker was named Finals MVP, becoming the first European-born player to earn the award.

During the next few seasons, the front office worked hard to keep the team young. General manager R. C. Buford traded for Richard Jefferson and drafted college rebounder DeJuan Blair from the Pittsburgh Panthers. They also drafted James Anderson from Oklahoma State and signed big man Antonio McDyess. Although the Spurs won 50 or more games each year, playoff injuries slowed them down. In 2011, an injury to Ginóbili led to an upset loss against the Memphis Grizzlies.

2011–2016: Beautiful Basketball and Kawhi Leonard

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Kawhi Leonard became an incredible two-way star for San Antonio.

On draft night in 2011, the Spurs made a bold move. They traded beloved guard George Hill to the Pacers for rookie forward Kawhi Leonard from the San Diego State Aztecs. The team also drafted guard Cory Joseph from the Texas Longhorns. Coach Popovich built a new system based on fast passing, team ball movement, and sharp shooting. Young players like Danny Green, Gary Neal, and center Tiago Splitter became key contributors.

The Spurs won 50 games during the lockout-shortened 2011–12 season. They signed skilled passing forward Boris Diaw and speedy Australian guard Patrick Mills to strengthen the team. The Spurs won 20 consecutive games between the end of the regular season and the playoffs before losing to the Oklahoma City Thunder. In the 2012–13 season, they won 58 games. They signed scoring legend Tracy McGrady right before the playoffs. San Antonio swept the Lakers and Grizzlies to reach the 2013 Finals against the Miami Heat. Game 6 was a heartbreaker for the Spurs. San Antonio led late, but Ray Allen hit an incredible tying three-pointer for Miami. The Heat won game 6 in overtime and then won game 7 to take the title.

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President Barack Obama welcomes the 2014 NBA champions to the White House.

The Spurs used that heartbreak as motivation for the 2013–14 season. They added shooter Marco Belinelli and big man Jeff Ayres to their roster. San Antonio won an NBA-best 62 games, including 19 straight victories during one amazing stretch! In the playoffs, Duncan passed Karl Malone on the all-time playoff scoring list. The Spurs defeated the Mavericks, Trail Blazers, and Thunder to earn a rematch against Miami in the 2014 Finals. The Spurs played near-perfect basketball, passing the ball quickly to find open teammates. They beat Miami in five games to claim their fifth NBA championship! Kawhi Leonard played marvelous defense against LeBron James and was named Finals MVP. That summer, the Spurs hired former player Becky Hammon as an assistant coach. Hammon made history as the first full-time female coach in major American men's pro sports!

In 2015, the Spurs signed star forward LaMarcus Aldridge and veteran David West. The 2015–16 team set a franchise record with 67 regular-season wins! They also tied an NBA record by winning 40 home games in a single year. Duncan won his 1,000th game with the Spurs, becoming one of only two players in history with 26,000 points, 15,000 rebounds, and 3,000 blocks along with Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. On July 11, 2016, Tim Duncan retired after 19 incredible seasons.

2016–2023: Changing of the Guard

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LaMarcus Aldridge was a top scorer for the Spurs.

Even without Duncan, the Spurs won 61 games in the 2016–17 season. Kawhi Leonard blossomed into a superstar, supported by Aldridge, Pau Gasol, and forward Rudy Gay. San Antonio reached the Western Conference finals against the Golden State Warriors. In game 1, Leonard injured his ankle after landing near Zaza Pachulia and missed the rest of the series. The Warriors went on to sweep the injured Spurs.

Injuries troubled Leonard during the 2017–18 season, limiting him to only nine games. Aldridge stepped up and made the All-NBA Second Team, while guard Dejounte Murray made the All-Defensive Team. The team's historic streak of 18 consecutive 50-win seasons ended when they finished 47–35. In July 2018, the Spurs traded Leonard and Danny Green to the Toronto Raptors for high-scoring star DeMar DeRozan, center Jakob Pöltl, and a draft pick. Tony Parker signed with the Charlotte Hornets, and Manu Ginóbili retired. For the first time in two decades, none of the Big Three played on the team. Despite the changes, San Antonio made the playoffs again in 2019 to tie the NBA record of 22 straight postseason trips.

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DeMar DeRozan provided great scoring and leadership in San Antonio.

The COVID-19 pandemic interrupted the 2019–20 season in March 2020. The league restarted games inside a secure sports complex in Florida called the 2020 NBA Bubble. San Antonio missed the playoffs that summer, ending their record-tying 22-year playoff streak. Young players like Keldon Johnson and Derrick White earned more playing time. DeRozan was later traded to the Chicago Bulls for draft picks and veterans Thaddeus Young and Al-Farouq Aminu. Sharp shooter Doug McDermott joined the club to help space the floor. Murray made the All-Star team in 2022 before being traded to Atlanta for draft choices. In January 2023, the Spurs set an NBA regular-season attendance record when 68,323 fans filled the Alamodome for a special celebration game.

2023–Present: The Victor Wembanyama Era

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Victor Wembanyama blocking shots and scoring for the Spurs.

In May 2023, the Spurs won the NBA draft lottery for the third time ever. With the first pick in the 2023 NBA draft, they chose French prodigy Victor Wembanyama. Standing over seven feet and three inches tall, Wembanyama could dribble like a guard, shoot three-pointers, and block shots near the rim. He had an unforgettable first year, winning the Rookie of the Year award unanimously while leading the NBA in blocked shots. Teammates Jeremy Sochan, Malaki Branham, and Blake Wesley supported the young group as they gained valuable court experience.

The Spurs added hall-of-fame point guard Chris Paul and veteran champion Harrison Barnes for the 2024–25 season. They also drafted young guard Stephon Castle, who won the 2025 Rookie of the Year award. Coach Gregg Popovich stepped down from the bench due to health considerations, remaining president of basketball operations. Longtime assistant Mitch Johnson became the team's new permanent head coach. San Antonio pulled off a huge trade to bring All-Star point guard De'Aaron Fox to Texas.

The 2025–26 season was a dream year for basketball fans in San Antonio. The Spurs drafted talented rookies Dylan Harper and Carter Bryant to deepen their roster. They started the season with five straight wins and performed brilliantly during the in-season tournament. Both Wembanyama and Fox represented the Spurs in the 2026 NBA All-Star Game. The Spurs won the Southwest Division and finished with a 62–20 record, the second-best record in the entire NBA. In the 2026 playoffs, they beat Portland, Minnesota, and Oklahoma City to capture the Western Conference championship. In the 2026 Finals, they battled bravely against the New York Knicks, proving that San Antonio was back at the top of world basketball.

Team Rivalries

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Spurs and Lakers games were always filled with intense playoff drama.

Over their long history, the Spurs have engaged in exciting rivalries with several top NBA franchises. Playing against close geographic neighbors and conference contenders makes regular-season games feel like intense playoff matches.

Los Angeles Lakers

Between 1999 and 2004, the Spurs and the Los Angeles Lakers had the fiercest rivalry in sports. The two teams met in the playoffs five times in six years. One of these two powerhouse teams played in the NBA Finals every season from 1999 through 2005. The battles between Tim Duncan and Shaquille O'Neal inside the paint were legendary tests of strength and skill.

Dallas Mavericks

The rivalry with the Dallas Mavericks is known as the battle for Texas pride. Both clubs trace their history back to Dallas. For over a decade, both teams won 50 or more games nearly every season. In 2013, the Spurs secured their 16th straight playoff spot when a last-second shot by Dallas legend Vince Carter bounced harmlessly off the rim.

Phoenix Suns

The Spurs and the Phoenix Suns met ten times in the playoffs since 1992. Memorable moments include Charles Barkley hitting a game-winner in 1993, and Tim Duncan draining an unexpected three-pointer in 2008. These games were famous for contrasting San Antonio's defense against Phoenix's high-speed scoring attack.

Houston Rockets

The Houston Rockets are another Texas rival located just down the highway. In the 2017 playoffs, the two clubs met in a thrilling second-round series. In game 5, veteran Manu Ginóbili made an incredible block on superstar James Harden in the final seconds to preserve an overtime victory for the Spurs.

Oklahoma City Thunder

During the 2010s, the Spurs battled Oklahoma City in classic playoff showdowns. This rivalry blossomed once again in the mid-2020s. Basketball fans love watching Victor Wembanyama compete against Oklahoma City's young, fast roster in high-scoring contests.

Uniforms and Team Colors

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The classic black and silver uniform lettering worn by Willie Anderson.

The Spurs have worn silver, black, and white ever since they moved to San Antonio in 1973. The wordmark features a clever cowboy spur as the letter "U." Between 1989 and 2002, the club used bright "Fiesta colors"—teal, orange, and pink—on its logo and court designs.

Spurs uniforms are famous for their clean, timeless appearance. On special nights, the team wears jerseys featuring "Los Spurs" across the chest. This honors the city's rich Hispanic heritage and their many Spanish-speaking supporters. The Spurs also wear special "City Edition" uniforms that celebrate local culture, including the 1968 world's fair known as Hemisfair '68. In 2022, they wore uniforms influenced by Mexican serape designs and colorful saddle blankets.

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The Coyote entertains the crowd during a game timeout.

The Coyote Mascot

The Spurs mascot is named The Coyote. He was created in 1983 by a performer named Tim Derk. The Coyote is famous for performing hilarious slapstick comedy routines, wearing silly green glasses, and interacting with fans in the stands. He is a proud member of the Mascot Hall of Fame and brings joy to thousands of children at every home game.

Arena History

  • Moody Coliseum and State Fair Coliseum (1967–1973)
  • HemisFair Arena (1973–1993)
  • Alamodome (1993–2002, special game in 2023)
  • Frost Bank Center (2002–present)

Retired Jersey Numbers

When a player does extraordinary things for a basketball team, the club honors them by retiring their uniform number. This means no future player may wear that number for the team. The Spurs have hung 11 special banners high in the arena rafters.

Number Player or Coach Position Years with Spurs Date Retired
00 Johnny Moore Guard 1980–1987, 1989–1990 March 20, 1998
6 Avery Johnson Guard 1991, 1992–1993, 1994–2001 December 22, 2007
9 Tony Parker Guard 2001–2018 November 11, 2019
12 Bruce Bowen Forward 2001–2009 March 21, 2012
13 James Silas Guard 1972–1981 February 28, 1984
20 Manu Ginóbili Guard 2002–2018 March 28, 2019
21 Tim Duncan Forward / Center 1997–2016 December 18, 2016
32 Sean Elliott Forward 1989–1993, 1994–2001 March 6, 2005
44 George Gervin Guard 1974–1985 December 5, 1987
50 David Robinson Center 1989–2003 November 10, 2003
1390 Gregg Popovich Coach 1996–2025 October 26, 2025

Coach Gregg Popovich was honored with a special banner marking his 1,390 regular-season coaching victories, the most in NBA history!

Basketball Hall of Fame Members

Many great players and coaches who spent time in San Antonio are enshrined in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

Name Role Years with Team Year Inducted
Cliff Hagan Player / Coach 1967–1969 1978
George Gervin Player 1974–1985 1996
Moses Malone Player 1994–1995 2001
Larry Brown Coach 1988–1992 2002
Dominique Wilkins Player 1996–1997 2006
David Robinson Player 1989–2003 2009
Dennis Rodman Player 1993–1995 2011
Artis Gilmore Player 1982–1987 2011
Jerry Tarkanian Coach 1992 2013
Louie Dampier Player 1976–1979 2015
Tracy McGrady Player 2013 2017
Maurice Cheeks Player 1989–1990 2018
Tim Duncan Player 1997–2016 2020
Cotton Fitzsimmons Coach 1984–1986 2021
Manu Ginóbili Player 2002–2018 2022
George Karl Player / Coach 1973–1980 2022
Gregg Popovich Coach 1988–1992, 1996–2025 2023
Tony Parker Player 2001–2018 2023
Pau Gasol Player 2016–2019 2023

All-Time Franchise Stat Leaders

Here are the all-time statistical leaders in regular-season play for the San Antonio Spurs:

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