The Ringer NBA Show How Far Can the Spurs Go This Season? Plus, the Mighty Trail Blazers, Ja Morant’s Future, and More | Group Chat
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Nov 3, 2025 
J. Kyle Mann, an insightful NBA analyst, joins the discussion to break down Ja Morant's concerning behavior leading to his one-game suspension. They explore the future trajectory of both Morant and the Grizzlies, weighing trade options for him to teams like Milwaukee and Miami. The conversation shifts to the San Antonio Spurs' impressive start and the pitfalls the Pelicans face. Finally, the trio highlights the surprising success of the Portland Trail Blazers, emphasizing their defensive strategies and developing talents.
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Spurs' Reality Check On Wembanyama
- The Spurs' loss to Phoenix was a reality check on how teams can neutralize Victor Wembanyama with tailored doubles and physical wings.
- San Antonio remains defensively elite but must improve spacing and playmaking around Wemby to sustain contention.
Fox Is The Spurs' Pressure Valve
- De'Aaron Fox's return is the primary missing piece to relieve pressure and provide a reliable secondary scorer for the Spurs.
- Without Fox, San Antonio relies on a committee and must plug spacing and size holes to maintain balance.
Pelicans' Organizational Collapse
- The New Orleans Pelicans are historically bad early: 0-6, multiple 30-point losses, awful shooting and defense.
- Front-office mortgage on future picks and roster construction leave Willie Green on the hot seat despite systemic problems.
