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Back to EpisodesSpurs start 4-0, but are Wemby's stats sustainable? + NBA Cup preview
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Tom Haberstroh & Dan Devine break down what makes Victor Wembanyama’s 4-0 start with the San Antonio Spurs truly historic, as he does something no other NBA player has EVER done before in a four-game stretch. The episode details how Wemby’s on-court presence reshapes defensive strategy, deters shots at the rim and generates a ripple effect for Spurs teammates. Tom and Dan also dissect the numbers behind San Antonio’s surprising 4-0 start and discuss how the team’s revamped tempo and lineup versatility could sustain a playoff push. Plus, a deep dive into the Emirates NBA Cup—format, contenders, group predictions and what fans can expect as the tournament tips off.
(1:03) The Big Number: Wemby is one of a kind
(19:00) The Little Numbers: Spurs opponent winning percentage
(22:39) The Little Numbers: San Antonio starting 5
(26:45) The Little Numbers: Spurs transition points per play
(30:05) The Little Numbers: Dylan Harper drives to the basket
(36:56) NBA Cup begins Friday
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