History of San Antonio Spurs in Timeline
The San Antonio Spurs are a professional basketball team based in San Antonio, Texas. They compete in the NBA as part of the Southwest Division of the Western Conference. Their home games are played at Frost Bank Center. They are known for their consistent success and team-oriented play.
1970: Poor Attendance in Dallas
In 1970, the team suffered from poor attendance and general disinterest in Dallas.
1972: Financial Difficulties and Potential Sale
In 1972, the Chaparrals faced financial difficulties due to the ownership's refusal to invest in the team and decided to sell the team.
1973: Spurs Uniforms
From 1973 to 1976 the home uniform was always silver.
1973: Renamed as the Spurs
In 1973, the team was renamed the San Antonio Spurs and the team's primary colors were changed from the red, white, and blue of the Chaparrals to the now-familiar black, silver and white motif.
1973: Team Colors Defined
Since becoming the San Antonio Spurs in 1973, the team colors have been black, silver and white.
February 7, 1974: George Gervin's Spurs Debut
On February 7, 1974, George Gervin made his debut with the San Antonio Spurs after a judge ruled in the Spurs' favor, overcoming an attempt by the ABA to halt the deal.
1974: Firing of Tom Nissalke
In 1974, Coach Tom Nissalke was fired as the team's ownership become tired of the Spurs' slow playing style.
June 1976: ABA-NBA Merger
In June 1976, the ABA-NBA merger took place, moving the San Antonio Spurs into the NBA.
1976: NBA Inclusion and Performance
During the 1976-77 season, the San Antonio Spurs proved worthy of NBA inclusion with a record of 44-38, good for a tie for fourth place overall in the Eastern Conference, despite limitations imposed on incoming ABA teams.
1976: ABA-NBA Merger
In 1976, the San Antonio Spurs were one of four American Basketball Association (ABA) teams that remained intact in the NBA after the ABA-NBA merger.
1977: Saddle Striping
From 1977 to 1981 a saddle-like striping was featured on the back of the home shorts.
1977: Gervin Wins Scoring Title
In 1977-78 season, George Gervin won the NBA scoring title, scoring 63 points and setting a single period record with 33 points.
1979: Loss in Conference Finals
In the 1979 Conference Finals, the San Antonio Spurs lost to the Washington Bullets in seven games despite leading the series 3-1.
1980: Successful Season
In the 1980-81 season, the San Antonio Spurs had a record of 52-30.
1981: Saddle Striping
From 1977 to 1981 a saddle-like striping was featured on the back of the home shorts.
1981: Loss to Rockets in Playoffs
In 1981, the San Antonio Spurs lost in the first round of the Western Conference playoffs to the Houston Rockets.
1981: Move to Midwest Division
In the 1980-81 season, the San Antonio Spurs were moved to the Midwest Division of the Western Conference.
1982: Spurs Uniforms
From 1973 to 1982, the road uniform lettering was black with silver trim.
1982: Loss to Lakers in Playoffs
In 1982, the San Antonio Spurs lost to the Los Angeles Lakers in four games in the Western Conference playoffs.
1982: Successful Season
In the 1981-82 season, the San Antonio Spurs had a record of 48-34.
1983: Loss to Lakers in Western Finals
In 1983, the San Antonio Spurs lost to the Los Angeles Lakers in six games in the Western Finals.
1983: The Coyote Introduced
The Coyote has been the Spurs' mascot since 1983.
1984: Gervin Traded to Bulls
After the 1984-85 season, George Gervin was traded to the Chicago Bulls, signaling the end of an era for the San Antonio Spurs.
1985: NBA record for most home wins tied
During the 2015-16 season the Spurs tied the 1985-86 Boston Celtics NBA record for most home wins in a season with 40.
1985: Dark Times in Spurs' History
Starting from 1985-86, the San Antonio Spurs experienced a dark period in their history with losing seasons.
1987: Draft Lottery Win
In 1987, the San Antonio Spurs were awarded the top pick in the NBA draft through the NBA draft lottery and selected David Robinson.
1987: Spurs Draft David Robinson
In 1987, the Spurs selected David Robinson first overall.
1988: Relocation Candidate
By 1988-89, the losing seasons and dwindling attendance often caused the San Antonio Spurs to be mentioned as a potential candidate for relocation to another city.
1988: Larry Brown Hired as Head Coach
In 1988-89 season, Larry Brown was hired as the San Antonio Spurs head coach after winning the NCAA National Championship with Kansas in 1988.
1988: Spurs Uniforms
Until the 1988–89 NBA season, the road uniform had "San Antonio" on the front while the home uniform featured the team nickname adopted from the Spurs logo.
1989: David Robinson's Tenure Begins
In 1989, David Robinson began his playing career with the San Antonio Spurs, which lasted until 2003.
1989: Robinson Decides to Join Spurs
In 1989, David Robinson decided to join the San Antonio Spurs for the 1989-90 season after speculation that he might choose to become a free agent.
1989: Biggest One-Season Turnaround in NBA History
In 1989, led by David Robinson, the San Antonio Spurs achieved the biggest one-season turnaround in NBA history, finishing with a record of 56-26. Robinson was named Rookie of the Year.
1989: Introduction of Fiesta Colors
In 1989, the Spurs logo incorporated 'Fiesta colors' of pink, orange and turquoise, which were used until 2002.
1989: Record-Breaking Improvement
In 1989, the Spurs set a record which they broke again during the 1997–98 season for the biggest single-season improvement for wins.
1989: Worst Record in Franchise History
In the 1988-89 season, the San Antonio Spurs had a record of 21-61, the worst in franchise history at the time.
1989: McCombs Takes Full Ownership
In the 1989-90 season, Red McCombs took full ownership of the San Antonio Spurs, solidifying local ownership for the team.
1989: Spurs Uniforms
Since the 1989–90 NBA season the Spurs uniform has remained practically the same, with the road uniform now using the team nickname from their logo.
1989: Fiesta Era Uniform Influence
The Spurs' 2020-21 "City" uniforms were influenced by the team's 1989-2002 "Fiesta" era.
1990: Record-Breaking Improvement
In 1990, the Spurs set a record which they broke again during the 1997–98 season for the biggest single-season improvement for wins.
1991: Brown Fired and Bass Replaces
Midway through the 1991-92 season, Red McCombs fired Larry Brown and replaced him with Bob Bass for the remainder of the season. The Spurs were later swept out of the first round of the playoffs.
1992: Hiring and Firing of Jerry Tarkanian
In the summer of 1992, Red McCombs hired Jerry Tarkanian as head coach, but Tarkanian was fired 20 games into the 1992-93 season. John Lucas was then named head coach, leading the team to the Western Conference semi-finals.
1993: Peter Holt Purchases the Spurs
In 1993, local businessman Peter M. Holt and a group of investors purchased the San Antonio Spurs from Red McCombs for $75 million.
1993: Barkley's Game-Winning Shot
In the 1993 playoffs, Charles Barkley made a game-winning jump shot in the final game at the HemisFair Arena, contributing to the Spurs-Suns rivalry.
1994: Bob Hill Replaces Lucas as Head Coach
In 1994, Bob Hill replaced Lucas as head coach. In their first game of the season, the Spurs were defeated by the Golden State Warriors despite David Robinson's strong performance.
1995: Spurs and Rockets in Western Conference Finals
The 2017 match-up between the Spurs and Rockets was the first between the two teams in the playoffs since the 1995 Western Conference Finals.
1995: Conference Finals Appearance
The San Antonio Spurs did not make the conference finals until 1995.
1996: Rodman's Trade to the Bulls
In 1996, Dennis Rodman was traded to the Chicago Bulls after friction with Spurs teammates, Rodman would go on to help the Bulls win three titles from 1996 to 1998.
1996: Spurs Secure Top Draft Pick
In 1996, despite a disastrous season, the Spurs won the NBA draft lottery, earning them the top pick in the 1997 draft.
1996: Spurs Sign Dominique Wilkins
In 1996, the San Antonio Spurs signed Dominique Wilkins. David Robinson missed the first month of the season due to a back injury.
1996: New "Statement" Uniform and All-Star Uniform Homage
In 2022, the Spurs introduced a new black "Statement" uniform and wore a turquoise "City" uniform with elements based on the uniforms worn in the 1996 NBA All-Star Game.
1996: Spurs Failed to Qualify for Postseason
On August 13, 2020, the Spurs failed to qualify for the postseason for the first time since the 1996-97 season, ending their NBA record-tying streak of 22 consecutive playoff appearances.
1996: Worst Season Since 1996-97
The 2022-23 season was San Antonio's worst since the 1996-97 season.
1997: Tim Duncan's Tenure Begins
In 1997, Tim Duncan began his playing career with the San Antonio Spurs, which lasted until 2016.
1997: Duncan's Rookie Season
In 1997, Tim Duncan quickly emerged as a dominant force in the NBA, averaging 21.1 points and 11.9 rebounds per game, earning him Rookie of the Year honors.
1997: Spurs Draft Tim Duncan
In 1997, the San Antonio Spurs selected Tim Duncan as the number one overall pick in the NBA draft. This was due to them winning the NBA draft lottery.
1997: Twin Towers Era Begins
In 1997, the pairing of David Robinson and Tim Duncan, known as the "Twin Towers," began for the San Antonio Spurs.
1997: Spurs Begin Training Camp With Big Three
In 2018, the Spurs began training camp without a member of the Big Three for the first time since the 1997-98 season.
1997: Spurs' NBA record-tying streak of 22 consecutive playoff appearances since 1996-1997 season
On August 13, 2020, the Spurs failed to qualify for the postseason for the first time since the 1996-97 season, ending their NBA record-tying streak of 22 consecutive playoff appearances.
1998: Rodman's Impact on the Bulls
In 1998, Dennis Rodman, who previously played for the Spurs, continued to help the Chicago Bulls win championships.
1998: Spurs Gear Up for New Season
In 1998, with a healthy Robinson and Duncan, along with additions like Mario Elie and Jerome Kersey, the Spurs prepared for the upcoming season.
1998: First time since 1998 that the same two teams faced off in the Finals in consecutive years
In 2014 it was the first time since the 1998 NBA Finals that the same two teams faced off in the Finals in consecutive years.
1998: Tim Duncan's Rookie Season
The 1998 season was Tim Duncan's rookie season. The Mavericks were swept by the Spurs for the first time since the 1998 season.
January 1999: NBA Lockout Resolution
In January 1999, the NBA lockout, which began prior to training camps, was resolved with a new labor agreement, delaying the season for over three months.
1999: Arena Construction Approved
During the 1999-2000 season, Bexar County voters approved tax increases to allow the construction of a new arena for the Spurs.
1999: Spurs-Lakers Rivalry
From 1999, the rivalry between the Spurs and the Los Angeles Lakers was considered the NBA's best.
1999: Ginobili drafted to the Spurs
In 1999, Manu Ginobili was drafted to the Spurs in the second round of the NBA draft.
1999: Spurs Battle for Division Lead
In 1999, coming off their championship win, the Spurs were among the best teams in the West, battling for first place in the Midwest Division.
1999: Attendance Record at Alamodome
In 1999, the San Antonio Spurs set an NBA attendance record at the Alamodome, including the largest crowd ever for an NBA Finals game.
1999: NBA Championship
In 1999, the San Antonio Spurs won an NBA championship.
1999: Drafting Ginóbili
In 1999, the Spurs drafted Manu Ginóbili (57th overall).
1999: Spurs Win First NBA Championship
In 1999, the Twin Towers led the San Antonio Spurs to their first NBA Championship.
2000: Arena Construction Approved
During the 1999-2000 season, Bexar County voters approved tax increases to allow the construction of a new arena for the Spurs.
2000: Consecutive 50-win Seasons Begin
From 1999-2000 to 2016-17, the San Antonio Spurs won 50 games each season, setting a record of 18 consecutive 50-win seasons.
2000: Spurs extended 50+ win seasons to 13
In 2000 the Spurs extended their streak of 50+ win seasons to 13 since the 1999–2000 season, an NBA record.
2000: Elliott's Return and Duncan's Injury
In 2000, Sean Elliott returned after a kidney transplant, but a knee injury to Tim Duncan led to an early playoff exit for the Spurs.
2000: Spurs' record streak of eighteen 50-win seasons stretches back to 2000
On April 3, 2018, a loss to the Los Angeles Clippers ended the Spurs' record streak of eighteen 50-win seasons that had stretched back to 2000.
2001: Parker drafted to the Spurs
In 2001, Tony Parker was drafted by the Spurs in the first round of the NBA draft.
2001: Drafting Parker
In 2001, the Spurs drafted Tony Parker (28th overall).
2001: Playoff Ouster by Lakers
In 2001, the Spurs finished with a 58-24 record but were swept in the Conference Finals by the eventual NBA Champion Los Angeles Lakers.
November 1, 2002: Spurs Christen SBC Center with Win
On November 1, 2002, the San Antonio Spurs christened the SBC Center with a 91-72 victory over the Toronto Raptors.
2002: Robinson's Retirement Announcement and New Arena
Entering the 2002 season, David Robinson announced his retirement, and the Spurs prepared to begin play at their new arena, the SBC Center.
2002: Another Playoff Loss to Lakers
In 2002, the Spurs again lost to the Los Angeles Lakers in the playoffs, this time in five games during the second round.
2002: Logo Alignment Change
In 2002, the alignment of the Spurs logo changed from straight to arched.
2002: Spurs Uniforms
In the 2002–03 season a minor change included the addition of another black (road) and white (home) trim to the already silver-trimmed block numbers
2002: Fiesta Era Uniform Influence
The Spurs' 2020-21 "City" uniforms were influenced by the team's 1989-2002 "Fiesta" era.
2003: Stephen Jackson was a member of the Spurs' championship team
In 2003 Stephen Jackson was a member of the San Antonio Spurs' championship team, before returning to the team via trade in 2011
2003: NBA Championship
In 2003, the San Antonio Spurs won an NBA championship.
2003: Second Championship with Twin Towers
In 2003, the Twin Towers of David Robinson and Tim Duncan helped lead the San Antonio Spurs to another NBA Championship.
2003: Spurs Uniforms
In 2003–04, they wore silver throwback jerseys to honor their late 1970s team.
2003: Marbury's Buzzer-Beating Three-Pointer
In Game 1 of the first round of the 2003 playoffs, Stephon Marbury made a buzzer-beating three-pointer, adding to the Spurs-Suns rivalry.
2003: Inauguration of the Rodeo Road Trip
Since 2003, the San Antonio Spurs have been forced into an extended road trip for much of February due to the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo, known as the "Rodeo Road Trip", posting winning road records, including an NBA-record longest single road-trip winning streak (eight games out of nine).
2004: Spurs-Lakers Rivalry
Until 2004, the rivalry between the Spurs and the Los Angeles Lakers was considered the NBA's best.
2005: NBA Championship
In 2005, the San Antonio Spurs won an NBA championship.
2005: Spurs Acquire Finley and Van Exel
In 2005, the Spurs acquired Michael Finley and Nick Van Exel and won the Southwest Division with a franchise-best record of 63-19.
2005: Spurs-Lakers Rivalry
Until 2005, the Spurs or the Lakers advanced to the NBA Finals every year since 1999.
2006: Spurs became first team since 2006-07 Mavericks to finish with 67 wins and be eliminated before conference finals
During the 2015-16 season the Spurs became first team since the 2006-07 Dallas Mavericks to finish with 67 wins and be eliminated before the conference finals.
2006: Spurs Win 13 Straight Games
In 2006, despite struggling in the first half of the season, the Spurs won 13 games in a row during February and March.
2006: Spurs Uniforms
In 2006–07, they wore silver throwback jerseys to honor their late 1970s team.
2006: "Noches Latinas" Launched
In the 2006-07 NBA season, the Spurs launched "Noches Latinas", part of a Hispanic marketing campaign known as "éne-bé-a".
2007: Coyote Inducted into Mascot Hall of Fame
In 2007, the Coyote was inducted into the Mascot Hall of Fame.
2007: NBA Championship
In 2007, the San Antonio Spurs won an NBA championship.
2007: Horry's Hip Check on Nash
In Game 4 of the 2007 playoffs, Robert Horry hip-checked Steve Nash, marking a notable moment in the Spurs-Suns rivalry.
2007: Spurs Finish Third in Western Conference
In the 2007 season, the Spurs went 56-26 and finished third in the Western Conference.
2008: Duncan's Game-Tying Three-Pointer
In Game 1 of the first round of the 2008 playoffs, Tim Duncan made a game-tying three-pointer, contributing to the Spurs-Suns rivalry.
2008: Spurs Lose to Lakers in Conference Finals
In the 2008 season, the Spurs made it to the Western Conference Finals but lost to the Los Angeles Lakers in five games.
July 10, 2009: Spurs Sign Antonio McDyess
On July 10, 2009, the San Antonio Spurs signed power forward Antonio McDyess to a three-year deal worth approximately $15 million.
2009: Spurs Avenge Loss to Mavericks
In 2009, after struggling with injuries, the Spurs defeated the Dallas Mavericks in the first round of the playoffs, avenging their 2009 defeat, but were then swept by the Phoenix Suns.
2009: Spurs Acquire Richard Jefferson
In 2009, the San Antonio Spurs acquired Richard Jefferson from the Milwaukee Bucks to address the team's age and health concerns.
2010: Dragić's 23-Point Outburst
In Game 3 of the 2010 West semifinals, Goran Dragić had a 23-point outburst in the fourth quarter, marking a notable moment in the Spurs-Suns rivalry.
2010: Spurs Draft James Anderson
In the 2010 NBA draft, the Spurs selected James Anderson from Oklahoma State with the 20th overall pick, marking their highest draft pick since the Tim Duncan selection a decade prior. Anderson's 2010 season was hampered by injuries.
2010: Spurs Uniforms
When the NBA moved to the Adidas Revolution 30 technology for the 2010–11 season, the Spurs changed to V-neck jerseys and eliminated striping on the shorts' beltline.
2011: Spurs Sign T.J. Ford, Trade Richard Jefferson
During the 2011-12 season, the Spurs signed T.J. Ford, who later retired due to injury. Before the trade deadline in 2011, Richard Jefferson was traded to the Golden State Warriors for Stephen Jackson.
2011: Spurs Trade George Hill for Kawhi Leonard
In 2011, the Spurs traded guard George Hill to the Indiana Pacers for Kawhi Leonard, a forward selected 15th overall in the 2011 NBA draft. This move signaled a shift towards younger, more athletic talent.
2011: San Antonio Spurs became first defending champions to be eliminated in the first round since 2011-12 Dallas Mavericks
In 2014-15 San Antonio Spurs became first defending champions to be eliminated in the first round of the NBA playoffs since the 2011-12 Dallas Mavericks.
2011: Spurs' record streak of eighteen 50-win seasons stretches back to 2011
On April 3, 2018, a loss to the Los Angeles Clippers ended the Spurs' record streak of eighteen 50-win seasons which includes the 2011–12 season, which was shortened by a lockout.
September 19, 2012: Silver Alternate Uniform Unveiled
On September 19, 2012, the Spurs unveiled a silver alternate uniform, featuring only the stylized spur logo.
2012: Spurs Re-sign Danny Green and Tim Duncan
In the 2012 off-season, the Spurs re-signed Danny Green and Tim Duncan, both for three years, ensuring their continued presence on the team.
2012: Mavericks Swept by Spurs
In the 2012-13 season, the Mavericks were swept by the Spurs for the first time since the 1998 season.
2013: Spurs Sign Tracy McGrady for Playoffs and Reach NBA Finals
In 2013, the Spurs signed Tracy McGrady to bolster their playoff roster. They swept the Lakers and Grizzlies in the first two rounds, beat the Warriors in the second round and reached the NBA Finals, ultimately losing to the Miami Heat.
2013: Military Camouflage Uniforms
In the 2013-14 season, the Spurs used a variation of their silver alternate uniform featuring military camouflage patterns for two games.
2014: Spurs Hire Becky Hammon as Assistant Coach
During the 2014 off-season, the Spurs hired Becky Hammon as an assistant coach, making her the first full-time female coach in any of the four major U.S. professional leagues.
2014: Spurs Finish Regular Season Strong
During the 2014-15 NBA season, the Spurs finished the regular season strong and qualified for the playoffs.
2014: Agreement to End Perpetual Payments
In 2014, 38 years after the completion of the ABA-NBA merger, the owners of the Spirits of St. Louis reached an agreement with the NBA to end the perpetual television profit payments and take a lump sum of $500 million instead.
2014: "Los Spurs" Jerseys Sleeved
In 2014, the "Los Spurs" jerseys, worn in recognition of Latino fans, were sleeved.
2014: NBA Championship
In 2014, the San Antonio Spurs won an NBA championship.
2014: Military Camouflage Uniforms
In the 2013-14 season, the Spurs used a variation of their silver alternate uniform featuring military camouflage patterns for two games. A sleeved version was used in the 2014-15 season.
2015: Spurs Acquire LaMarcus Aldridge and David West
During the 2015 off-season, the Spurs acquired LaMarcus Aldridge and David West, bolstering their roster with experienced players.
2015: Black Variation Uniform
In the 2015-16 season, the Spurs unveiled a black variation of their alternate uniform.
July 11, 2016: Tim Duncan Announces Retirement
On July 11, 2016, Tim Duncan announced his retirement from the NBA after 19 seasons with the Spurs, marking the end of an era for the team.
2016: Consecutive 50-win Seasons End
From 1999-2000 to 2016-17, the San Antonio Spurs won 50 games each season, setting a record of 18 consecutive 50-win seasons.
2016: Spurs Remain Title Contender Despite Duncan Retirement
In the 2016-17 season, despite Tim Duncan's retirement, the Spurs remained a title contender, led by Kawhi Leonard.
2016: Winning Season During Duncan's Tenure
The 2016 season was the only season during Tim Duncan's tenure with the Spurs that the team did not win at least 50 games.
May 2017: Best Winning Percentage
As of May 2017, the San Antonio Spurs had the best winning percentage of any franchise in major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada over the previous three decades.
2017: Injuries Plague Spurs in Western Conference Finals
During the 2017 Western Conference Finals, injuries to Kawhi Leonard and other key players hampered the Spurs, leading to a sweep by the Golden State Warriors.
2017: Spurs-Rockets Renew Rivalry
In 2017, the Spurs and the Houston Rockets renewed their rivalry in the Western Conference Semifinals. During the series, Tony Parker suffered an injury, and Manu Ginóbili blocked James Harden's three-point attempt in Game Five.
2017: Switch to Nike Uniforms
In 2017, the Spurs switched to Nike as their uniform provider, eliminating the "home" and "away" uniform designations.
2017: Kawhi Leonard misses first 27 games of 2017-18 season
Kawhi Leonard missed the first 27 games of the 2017-18 NBA season with a right quadriceps injury.
January 2018: Kawhi Leonard Ruled Out Indefinitely
In January 2018, Kawhi Leonard was ruled out for an indefinite period to continue his rehabilitation process from a right quadriceps injury.
April 3, 2018: Spurs' 50-Win Streak Ends
On April 3, 2018, a loss to the Los Angeles Clippers ended the Spurs' record streak of eighteen 50-win seasons, stretching back to 2000.
June 2018: Reports Surface of Tension Between Leonard and Spurs
In June 2018, reports indicated that Kawhi Leonard had requested a trade due to growing tension between his camp and the Spurs over his injury rehabilitation.
July 6, 2018: Tony Parker Signs with Charlotte Hornets
On July 6, 2018, Tony Parker signed with the Charlotte Hornets, ending his 17-year career with the Spurs.
July 18, 2018: Kawhi Leonard Traded to Toronto Raptors
On July 18, 2018, Kawhi Leonard and Danny Green were traded to the Toronto Raptors in exchange for DeMar DeRozan, Jakob Pöltl, and a 2019 first-round draft pick.
2018: Silver Dancers Replaced
In 2018, the Silver Dancers were replaced after 26 years.
2018: Spurs Begin Training Camp Without Big Three
In 2018, the Spurs began training camp without a member of the Big Three for the first time since the 1997-98 season.
2018: Consecutive Playoff Appearances
In the 2018-19 season, the San Antonio Spurs matched an NBA record for most consecutive playoff appearances with 22.
2019: Aldridge Represents Spurs at All-Star Game
In 2019, Lamarcus Aldridge represented the Spurs at the All-Star Game.
2019: End of Playoff Streak
In 2019, the Spurs missed the playoffs for the first time since 1996-97 season.
2019: DeMar DeRozan, Jakob Pöltl, and a 2019 first-round draft pick traded for Kawhi Leonard and Danny Green
On July 18, 2018, Kawhi Leonard and Danny Green were traded to the Toronto Raptors in exchange for DeMar DeRozan, Jakob Pöltl, and a protected 2019 first-round draft pick.
2019: NBA Season Suspended Due to COVID-19
On March 11, 2020, the NBA suspended the 2019-20 season due to the COVID-19 pandemic after Rudy Gobert tested positive.
March 11, 2020: NBA Season Suspended Due to COVID-19
On March 11, 2020, the NBA suspended the 2019-20 season due to the COVID-19 pandemic after Rudy Gobert tested positive.
August 13, 2020: Spurs Fail to Qualify for Postseason
On August 13, 2020, the Spurs failed to qualify for the postseason for the first time since the 1996-97 season, ending their NBA record-tying streak of 22 consecutive playoff appearances.
December 22, 2020: 2020-2021 NBA Regular Season Begins
On December 22, 2020, the 2020-2021 NBA regular season began, shortened to 72 games due to the continuing COVID-19 pandemic.
2020: Camouflage-Style Uniforms Retired
Prior to the 2020–21 season, the Spurs retired their camouflage-style "City" uniforms in favor of a design influenced by the team's 1989–2002 "Fiesta" era.
2021: LaMarcus Aldridge Leaves Spurs Midway Through Season
During the 2020-2021 NBA season, LaMarcus Aldridge left the Spurs midway through the season after agreeing to a contract buyout.
2021: "Fiesta" Theme Reprised
For the 2021–22 season, the Spurs reprised the "Fiesta" theme, incorporating elements from previous uniforms.
2021: Spurs Miss Playoffs for Second Consecutive Season
In 2021, after participating in the play-in tournament as the tenth seed in the Western Conference, the Spurs were defeated by the Memphis Grizzlies, marking the first time in Spurs history that the team missed the playoffs in two consecutive seasons. Also in 2021, DeRozan was traded to the Chicago Bulls, and Patty Mills left the team in free agency, while Doug McDermott was signed.
2022: Murray and Landale Traded to Hawks
In 2022, Dejounte Murray and Jock Landale were traded to the Atlanta Hawks for Danilo Gallinari and future draft picks. The Spurs also drafted Jeremy Sochan, Malaki Branham and Blake Wesley in the first round.
2022: Bulls Receive Draft Picks
In 2022, the Chicago Bulls received draft picks as part of a sign-and-trade deal with the Spurs involving DeMar DeRozan.
2022: New "Statement" Uniform and All-Star Uniform Homage
In 2022, the Spurs introduced a new black "Statement" uniform and wore a turquoise "City" uniform with elements based on the uniforms worn in the 1996 NBA All-Star Game.
2022: 50th Anniversary
In the 2022-23 season, the San Antonio Spurs celebrated the club's 50th anniversary.
2022: Other Statistics (Regular Season)
Other statistics (regular season) as of the end of the 2022–23 season.
2022: Points Scored (Regular Season)
Points scored (regular season) as of the end of the 2022–23 season.
January 13, 2023: Spurs Set Attendance Record
On January 13, 2023, the Spurs set a regular season single-game attendance record with 68,323 spectators at the Alamodome in a game against the Golden State Warriors.
May 16, 2023: Spurs Win Draft Lottery
On May 16, 2023, the Spurs won the draft lottery, allowing them to receive the first pick in the 2023 NBA draft.
2023: "City" Uniform Inspired by Hemisfair '68
The Spurs' "City" uniform in the 2023–24 season paid homage to Hemisfair '68, featuring a white base, tan and orange stripes.
2024: "City" Uniform Inspired by Hemisfair '68
The Hemisfair-themed design was reused for the 2024–25 "City" uniform in light blue.
February 6, 2025: Last Transaction Date
The date February 6, 2025, is the last transaction date for the Spurs roster.
2025: Bulls Receive Draft Picks
In 2025, the Chicago Bulls received draft picks as part of a sign-and-trade deal with the Spurs involving DeMar DeRozan.
