San Antonio Spurs - Power Ranking

Week Rank Rating Team Record Comment

16 1 108 SA 12-2 Nels loves to win. And best of all he is good at it. But more importantly i think he hates to lose. The Spurs were not winning nearly enough, not for their GM. Nels has continued to tinker and move pieces around the all-world superstar Giannis. And it appears they have finally found the right formula, riding a 12 game win streak and counting. The Spurs have come good at the right time of the year. And now the post-season beckons. From where they have already gained two rings. He's back!

15 1 102 SA 11-3 "Lady" by Kenny Rogers "Lady" is a tender ballad that expresses deep appreciation and love for a significant other. The lyrics convey a sense of gratitude and admiration, highlighting the profound impact that a loving partner can have on one's life, and celebrating the beauty of a committed relationship. Said to describe the Nels relationship with their star in San Antonio in Giannis. None to send voice notes to the Greek Freak before he goes to bed, the relationship between GM and star is like no other.

14 13 50 SA 6-7 13. San Antonio Spurs (Spain) The Spurs' 'architectural' style of play reflects Spain's 'rich cultural heritage,' constructing 'masterpieces' on the court with 'artistic precision' and 'strategic planning.' Years of change, and a strength of population, the cultural tapestery is strong - the Spurs have strength with Giannis leading the charge.

13 24 29 SA 4-8 Boomerang- An Australian hunting weapon used to disable and kill fast moving prey. To use effectively the hunter throws the boomerang and awaits it to return through the air in a long circular path. If not used effectively, it can cause great harm to the user and all things around. The Spurs have hit, missed and been hit this season, proving they're not as skilled a hunter as they once were.

12 26 18 SA 3-9 San Antonio Spurs - "Mambo No. 5" – Lou Bega (1999) Fun but repetitive, feels more like a party gimmick than a song; is this the current SA Spurs identity? I don’t think I would have ever thought season 24/25 would have the Spurs down here. They cannot find the mix or the names to make it happen this season - is it Monica? Is it Erica? Is Pamela or Rita? I’m not sure if it’s getting sweeter for the Spurs either, GM Nels is on the war path and is wanting more from his men.

11 21 38 SA 5-7 San Antonio Spurs: The Wyvern 🐉🗡️ Why? The Spurs soar like a Wyvern – a mid-tier predator with sharp claws, venomous strikes, and aerial agility. Though not the most fearsome beast in the bestiary, they ambush foes with calculated ferocity and a stinger of untapped potential. Venomous Stinger (Giannis’ Dominance): Giannis Antetokounmpo is the Wyvern’s lethal tail, lashing out with unstoppable drives and rim-rocking dunks. His 6’11” frame and freakish athleticism mirror the Wyvern’s coiled power. Leathery Wings (Speed & Agility): Jamal Murray fuels the Wyvern’s flight, darting through defenses with slippery handles and clutch shooting. His mid-range game is the creature’s sudden dive from the skies. Scaled Hide (Defensive Claws): Myles Turner acts as the Wyvern’s armored underbelly, swatting shots and anchoring the paint with disciplined rim protection. Ambush Tactics (Role-Player Venom): Kelly Oubre and Jerami Grant strike like poisoned fangs – inconsistent but deadly when they connect. Rookies like Rayan Rupert lurk as hatchlings, waiting to mature into full predators.

10 21 41 SA 5-7 A Pair of Genuine Cowboy Boots at Coachella - Beautifully manufactured with expert craftsmanship. These boots are immaculate. But what on earth are they doing at Coachella!? It might as well be an inappropriate headdress at this rate. This is unknown territory for the San Antonio Spurs. They have been at the top of the game from seasons and this PR find themselves at the bottom below teams that had previously been a balloon vs a hurricane by comparison. The Spurs will want to find the right placement for their prestine footwear. The Grand Ol Opry, the Alamo, even a Luke Combs concert in Melbourne would seem better placement. Time will tell if we see this Spurs team return to the top of the podium.

9 23 41 SA 5-7 Melisandre - The Red Queen, I think the consensus is that we don't like her at the start, we question the whole lord of the light thing, but the longer it goes on the more it shows itself. However she does seem to put her faith in a few dud candidates along the way, but maybe that is the events the lord of light needed to unfold. However towards the end I like where she ended up and where her faith lied.

8 25 16 SA 3-9

7 20 37 SA 5-7 Red Riding Hood - San Antonio Outsmarts the wolf and survives danger with courage and quick thinking. San Antonio may look like a team to be taken advantage of, as they’re down. But, approach with caution - like RRH, the Spurs are just waiting. Try to overpower or enforce on them, and they will have you slaughtered and perched on a wall somewhere. A 15-15 record has them looking different to previous years, however they are moments/games away from making any Big Bad Wolf look like a mere cub. Sweet and innocent sitting at 20 on the Power Rankings, that red cape is hiding weaponry.

6 15 44 SA 6-6 Mr Incredible (The Incredibles) - Is there any physically stronger being than Mr Incredible in the Pixar world, Giannis in the 2k games, and Nels in the NSL world? The connections were easy to make. One of the storied GMs of the league, a two-time champion, Nels has always prided himself on being the tallest, biggest and strongest team in the land. An Incredible! The Spurs have taken down many villains and starred on the cover of newspapers and magazines. However, everyone has a weakness, and just like those superheroes before him, Nels has had to endure his licks. Whether it be injuries, roster gaffs or just the gradual decay of power over time, the Spurs have never been more aged, identifiable and humble than they are right now. It's hard to do it alone, for so long, with every villain plotting your end. As long Giannis and Nels remain a combo, the Spurs will continue to have moments of herculean strength.

5 9 68 SA 8-4 Jigsaw (Saw) - Jigsaw… playing games with you and waiting for you to make the mistake, or have a lapse in judgement. You cannot allow them anything, and their GM Nels has been methodically managing his squad. Playing mind games at times, and silently plotting in the background. The Spurs always have the ability to hurt - especially with Giannis Antetokounmpo. Waiting til playoffs time, even now, “Live or die. Make your choice.”

4 9 66 SA 8-4 Indiana Jones - Indiana Jones. The resume on Indiana Jones is quite impressive. Has seen the holy grail, fought Nazi's and recovered the ark of the covenant, located aliens and their UFO and much more. He obviously had an eye for adventure and the talent for it, but his moral compass always pointed true north when it came to the ancient artifacts and that they "belong in a museum". Safe to say with the Bucks, that Giannis is their Indy and is looking to discover another relic, maybe one in the shape of the championship trophy.

3 11 61 SA 7-5 Limping along without a healthy PG is not ideal for a team that has championship aspirations. Giannis and LaVine are a strong tandem for though, and it should be enough to keep this teams head above water while they wait on a PG.

2 7 45 SA 5-3 “Never Gonna Give You Up” - Rick Astley- From talks I’ve had with Nels every few months I always ask about Giannis and he always says he’s never gonna trade him, so this song goes well with Nels literally saying he’ll never give Giannis up, ever.

1 14 18 SA 2-2 Spurs would not be pleased to be down this low in the rankings with the other mere mortals. Speaking of mortals, Giannis was anything but during week one, posting probably the most incredible week of statistical averages we have ever seen (ever). Wilt Chamberlain himself would be threatened with that stat-line. But... the Spurs sputtered, going just 2-2. Surely just a bump in the road, and a boost for motivation.

	HOU	120
	MIA	122

	NY	112
	PHI	101

	CLE	96
	SA	113

	NO	114
	CHI	117

	TOR	89
	ATL	114

Week	Rank	Rating	Team	Record	Comment
16	1	108	SA	12-2	Nels loves to win. And best of all he is good at it. But more importantly i think he hates to lose. The Spurs were not winning nearly enough, not for their GM. Nels has continued to tinker and move pieces around the all-world superstar Giannis. And it appears they have finally found the right formula, riding a 12 game win streak and counting. The Spurs have come good at the right time of the year. And now the post-season beckons. From where they have already gained two rings. He's back!
15	1	102	SA	11-3	"Lady" by Kenny Rogers "Lady" is a tender ballad that expresses deep appreciation and love for a significant other. The lyrics convey a sense of gratitude and admiration, highlighting the profound impact that a loving partner can have on one's life, and celebrating the beauty of a committed relationship. Said to describe the Nels relationship with their star in San Antonio in Giannis. None to send voice notes to the Greek Freak before he goes to bed, the relationship between GM and star is like no other.
14	13	50	SA	6-7	13. San Antonio Spurs (Spain) The Spurs' 'architectural' style of play reflects Spain's 'rich cultural heritage,' constructing 'masterpieces' on the court with 'artistic precision' and 'strategic planning.' Years of change, and a strength of population, the cultural tapestery is strong - the Spurs have strength with Giannis leading the charge.
13	24	29	SA	4-8	Boomerang- An Australian hunting weapon used to disable and kill fast moving prey. To use effectively the hunter throws the boomerang and awaits it to return through the air in a long circular path. If not used effectively, it can cause great harm to the user and all things around. The Spurs have hit, missed and been hit this season, proving they're not as skilled a hunter as they once were.
12	26	18	SA	3-9	San Antonio Spurs - "Mambo No. 5" – Lou Bega (1999) Fun but repetitive, feels more like a party gimmick than a song; is this the current SA Spurs identity? I don’t think I would have ever thought season 24/25 would have the Spurs down here. They cannot find the mix or the names to make it happen this season - is it Monica? Is it Erica? Is Pamela or Rita? I’m not sure if it’s getting sweeter for the Spurs either, GM Nels is on the war path and is wanting more from his men.
11	21	38	SA	5-7	San Antonio Spurs: The Wyvern 🐉🗡️ Why? The Spurs soar like a Wyvern – a mid-tier predator with sharp claws, venomous strikes, and aerial agility. Though not the most fearsome beast in the bestiary, they ambush foes with calculated ferocity and a stinger of untapped potential. Venomous Stinger (Giannis’ Dominance): Giannis Antetokounmpo is the Wyvern’s lethal tail, lashing out with unstoppable drives and rim-rocking dunks. His 6’11” frame and freakish athleticism mirror the Wyvern’s coiled power. Leathery Wings (Speed & Agility): Jamal Murray fuels the Wyvern’s flight, darting through defenses with slippery handles and clutch shooting. His mid-range game is the creature’s sudden dive from the skies. Scaled Hide (Defensive Claws): Myles Turner acts as the Wyvern’s armored underbelly, swatting shots and anchoring the paint with disciplined rim protection. Ambush Tactics (Role-Player Venom): Kelly Oubre and Jerami Grant strike like poisoned fangs – inconsistent but deadly when they connect. Rookies like Rayan Rupert lurk as hatchlings, waiting to mature into full predators.
10	21	41	SA	5-7	A Pair of Genuine Cowboy Boots at Coachella - Beautifully manufactured with expert craftsmanship. These boots are immaculate. But what on earth are they doing at Coachella!? It might as well be an inappropriate headdress at this rate. This is unknown territory for the San Antonio Spurs. They have been at the top of the game from seasons and this PR find themselves at the bottom below teams that had previously been a balloon vs a hurricane by comparison. The Spurs will want to find the right placement for their prestine footwear. The Grand Ol Opry, the Alamo, even a Luke Combs concert in Melbourne would seem better placement. Time will tell if we see this Spurs team return to the top of the podium.
9	23	41	SA	5-7	Melisandre - The Red Queen, I think the consensus is that we don't like her at the start, we question the whole lord of the light thing, but the longer it goes on the more it shows itself. However she does seem to put her faith in a few dud candidates along the way, but maybe that is the events the lord of light needed to unfold. However towards the end I like where she ended up and where her faith lied.
8	25	16	SA	3-9
7	20	37	SA	5-7	Red Riding Hood - San Antonio Outsmarts the wolf and survives danger with courage and quick thinking. San Antonio may look like a team to be taken advantage of, as they’re down. But, approach with caution - like RRH, the Spurs are just waiting. Try to overpower or enforce on them, and they will have you slaughtered and perched on a wall somewhere. A 15-15 record has them looking different to previous years, however they are moments/games away from making any Big Bad Wolf look like a mere cub. Sweet and innocent sitting at 20 on the Power Rankings, that red cape is hiding weaponry.
6	15	44	SA	6-6	Mr Incredible (The Incredibles) - Is there any physically stronger being than Mr Incredible in the Pixar world, Giannis in the 2k games, and Nels in the NSL world? The connections were easy to make. One of the storied GMs of the league, a two-time champion, Nels has always prided himself on being the tallest, biggest and strongest team in the land. An Incredible! The Spurs have taken down many villains and starred on the cover of newspapers and magazines. However, everyone has a weakness, and just like those superheroes before him, Nels has had to endure his licks. Whether it be injuries, roster gaffs or just the gradual decay of power over time, the Spurs have never been more aged, identifiable and humble than they are right now. It's hard to do it alone, for so long, with every villain plotting your end. As long Giannis and Nels remain a combo, the Spurs will continue to have moments of herculean strength.
5	9	68	SA	8-4	Jigsaw (Saw) - Jigsaw… playing games with you and waiting for you to make the mistake, or have a lapse in judgement. You cannot allow them anything, and their GM Nels has been methodically managing his squad. Playing mind games at times, and silently plotting in the background. The Spurs always have the ability to hurt - especially with Giannis Antetokounmpo. Waiting til playoffs time, even now, “Live or die. Make your choice.”
4	9	66	SA	8-4	Indiana Jones - Indiana Jones. The resume on Indiana Jones is quite impressive. Has seen the holy grail, fought Nazi's and recovered the ark of the covenant, located aliens and their UFO and much more. He obviously had an eye for adventure and the talent for it, but his moral compass always pointed true north when it came to the ancient artifacts and that they "belong in a museum". Safe to say with the Bucks, that Giannis is their Indy and is looking to discover another relic, maybe one in the shape of the championship trophy.
3	11	61	SA	7-5	Limping along without a healthy PG is not ideal for a team that has championship aspirations. Giannis and LaVine are a strong tandem for though, and it should be enough to keep this teams head above water while they wait on a PG.
2	7	45	SA	5-3	“Never Gonna Give You Up” - Rick Astley- From talks I’ve had with Nels every few months I always ask about Giannis and he always says he’s never gonna trade him, so this song goes well with Nels literally saying he’ll never give Giannis up, ever.
1	14	18	SA	2-2	Spurs would not be pleased to be down this low in the rankings with the other mere mortals. Speaking of mortals, Giannis was anything but during week one, posting probably the most incredible week of statistical averages we have ever seen (ever). Wilt Chamberlain himself would be threatened with that stat-line. But... the Spurs sputtered, going just 2-2. Surely just a bump in the road, and a boost for motivation.