Small Market Bias: A San Antonio Spurs Podcast

First, Matthew Tynan gives a quick update on Gregg Popovich, who released an official statement Thursday announcing he would not return to the sidelines this season, but hopes to return to coaching. Wishing Pop the best. Then, Matthew and Trevor Zickgraf get into a long discussion about Devin Vassell's tough season, what's gone wrong, and what's led to his struggles. After the break, the guys open...

Matthew Tynan is joined by Isaac Levy-Rubinett of The Ringer to discuss Victor Wembanyama's second season in San Antonio and its much-too-early ending. Where did Vic thrive? Where is improvement needed? Were there any surprises? What about his status as a No. 1 option? Then, after the break, they get into MORE questions moving forward, particularly as it pertains to the team's mindset, its goals,...

Host Matthew Tynan fields mailbag questions from Corporate Knowledge newsletter subscribers. Topics range from trade-deadline inquiries, to buyout-market speculation, to questions about the current rotation, to what Mitch Johnson eats for breakfast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

First, Matthew Tynan and Trevor Zickgraf discuss the Spurs' deadline dealings, as well as teams like Chicago and Atlanta making things even sweeter for San Antonio. Then, after the break, they reflect on De'Aaron Fox's excellent debut for his new team. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

First, Matthew and Trevor discuss what San Antonio can do to hit the reset button in Paris, and remind listeners of the obvious importance of Jeremy Sochan. Then, after the break, they try to figure out the Spurs' thought process as the February trade deadline approaches. Moves are coming in the near future, but will it be sooner rather than later? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm...

Matthew Tynan is joined by Trevor Zickgraf to talk about almost everything under the sun as it pertains to the current state of your San Antonio Spurs. From late-game struggles, to Devin Vassell's shooting, to Mitch Johnson's decisions, to Jeremy Sochan's role, to Victor Wembanyama's rough clutch-time performances -- it's all mostly covered. They'd need another hour to get to every single issue, b...

First, Trevor and Matthew discuss the NBA Cup and San Antonio's loss to Phoenix, including the uncharacteristic lack of poise from a team that's done so well remaining organized this season. Then, after the break, they get into the different possible lineup constructions the Spurs will have on the table once Victor Wembanyama returns from his newest injury and Devin Vassell finally makes his way b...

First, Matthew Tynan reacts live to the Spurs' 110-93 loss to the Mavs on Saturday night, then gets to some mailbag questions from Corporate Knowledge subscribers. Note: Matthew does a live postgame show on the Substack app after most Spurs road games. You can find the Corporate Knowledge newsletter and the link to download the app at matthewtynan.substack.com. Come participate live! Hosted by Sim...

First, Matthew Tynan and Trevor Zickgraf discuss the Spurs taking advantage of the tired Kings, something real teams do to opponents who are playing on the second night of a back-to-back. Then, they take a look at San Antonio's 3-point-heavy approach and whether it's the right strategy to employ for this roster. Finally, after the break, they answer a few mailbag questions. Thanks to all who contr...

First, Matthew Tynan and Trevor Zickgraf offer up a number of observations from the first three games of San Antonio's young season, including positive outlooks on the big performances of Jeremy Sochan and Victor Wembanyama's ramp-up to full playing time. Then, after the break, the guys play a new game called "Thing or no thing?" So clever and original. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz c...

Welcome to the official Small Market Bias Spurs season-preview pod! First, Matthew Tynan and Trevor Zickgraf go back and forth with some predictions for the year ahead, with a good blend of spicy and warm takes to go around. Then, after the break, they answer some great mailbag questions from Corporate Knowledge subscribers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informa...

Welcome to Corporate Knowledge: After Dark, a new postgame show for the Small Market Bias podcast feed! First, Matthew Tynan hits on five topics from Spurs-Heat, including starting-lineup observations, the performances of Keldon Johnson and Jeremy Sochan, and Malaki Branham's bounce-back game. Then, subscriber questions are answered live on the Substack app.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz comp...

First, Matthew Tynan and Trevor Zickgraf assess the ebbs and flows of San Antonio's recently released 2024-25 game schedule. Then, they take a look at some major NBA award predictions made by ESPN staff writers in a recent article, which featured a number of Spurs. Finally, what's the status of Diamond Sports Group's (Bally) bankruptcy situation? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.a...

Trevor Zickgraf joins Matthew Tynan to answer an array of questions from Corporate Knowledge newsletter readers. First, the guys discuss the potential impact of the arrivals of Chris Paul and Harrison Barnes both on and off the court, as well as which players from last season's roster will benefit the most from their presence. Then, they dive into questions about Keldon Johnson expectations and wh...

From overrated to underrated, to sound draft philosophy, to smart swings and players to maybe avoid, this podcast featuring Tyler Rucker of No Ceilings has you covered. We're supposed to provide notes for the pod but Matthew Tynan doesn't know where to start. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

First, Matthew Tynan and Bruno Passos discuss Bruno's NBA Draft flowchart at Pounding the Rock. Who were the most interesting players, and which crossroads were the trickiest to navigate? Then, after the break, a back-and-forth on hierarchies and priorities. What's the most critical element to address right now in San Antonio? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for infor...

First, Matthew Tynan and Trevor Zickgraf discuss the biggest factors that have led to the Celtics' 3-0 lead before talking a little about the Luka Doncic drama. Then, the guys analyze what the Spurs can learn from a roster-building standpoint when watching the NBA Finals. Finally, a lookahead at player combinations for picks Nos. 4 and 8 in the upcoming draft. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz comp...

First, Trevor and Matthew have a discussion about Stephon Castle, Donovan Clingan and Zach Edey -- the three highest-rated NBA prospects left in the NCAA tournament -- and whether they may be on the Spurs' watch list. Then they jump into a conversation about San Antonio's improved play even in the face of season-ending injuries to Devin Vassell and Jeremy Sochan, as well as Victor Wembanyama's ref...

First, Matthew Tynan and former KENS 5 do-it-all Tom Petrini hold a winding conversation about the 'I-35 Series' in Austin, how this year's weekend went, and what the future holds. Then, after the break (43:58), they dive into the Spurs' recent run of play, and discuss why they've looked so solid of late whenever Victor Wembanyama doesn't play. Lastly, a bunch of mailbag questions! This episode sh...

Matthew Tynan is joined by Bruno Passos of Pounding the Rock to discuss Victor Wembanyama's quotes from Thursday's practice regarding San Antonio's upcoming offseason. How involved will he be in roster-building decisions this summer? What's the relationship like between players, coaches and front office? Have the Spurs adjusted their management philosophies now that they have their centerpiece? Wh...

This episode was recorded prior to knowledge of Victor Wembanyama's ankle sprain, but it doesn't affect the conversation much First, Matthew and Bruno get into the Spurs' ugly offensive performance (and the Rockets' excellent defensive performance) Tuesday in Houston, as well as Alperen Sengun's monster game. Then, after the break, they react to comments made on ESPN and the DraftKings Network reg...

First, Trevor Zickgraf and Matthew Tynan take a look back at the Rodeo Road Trip and name a handful of winners and losers from the annual trek around the country. Then, after the break, they answer a couple of mailbag questions with a focus on the offseason ahead -- including a peek at a number of draft prospects, free agents and trade candidates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm....

First, the guys discuss Victor Wembanyama's reaction to the general lack of competitiveness among his peers at All-Star weekend and what the league can do to get its players to buy into the festivities a little more. This went on much longer than intended! Then, they transition to a conversation about the Spurs' upcoming stretch run and what they'd like to see from a team perspective, and whether...

First, Trevor and Matthew discuss the chances Victor Wembanyama could legitimately enter the Defensive Player of the Year conversation, or if the team's record will be too much to overcome. Then, they take a look back at the Spurs' win in Toronto and loss in Dallas, and how the inconsistent performances back to back were a microcosm of the season to date. Finally, amid the way-too-early trade spec...

First, Trevor and Matthew discuss the Spurs' loss to the Timberwolves and dive into the possible decision-making process behind replacing Jeremy Sochan with Cedi Osman in the starting lineup. There was a lot of conversation about the state of things in general for San Antonio. Then, after the break, the guys hop into a couple of important mailbag questions before ending things with a round of triv...