Spurs Stumble in OKC: Third-Quarter Woes Continue

The latest episode of the 210 Fast Break podcast breaks down a tough night for the San Antonio Spurs, who fell 119-98 to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Despite having won the previous three matchups against the league-best Thunder this season, the Spurs couldn't complete the sweep as OKC took this one personally.

The Dreaded Third Quarter

The recurring theme of the night—and perhaps the Spurs' season—was a disastrous third quarter. While the game was a tight 55-52 battle at halftime, the Thunder exploded in the third, outscoring San Antonio 40-24. This 16-point swing ultimately put the game out of reach, as the Spurs struggled to maintain defensive consistency or find an answer for OKC’s offensive surge.

Standout Performances and Struggles

• Stephon Castle: The bright spot for San Antonio was Castle, who led the team with 20 points on nearly 50% shooting, including 3-for-5 from beyond the arc.

• Victor Wembanyama: Wemby contributed 17 points and 7 rebounds, though he was out-rebounded by Chet Holmgren, who finished with 10 boards.

• Jeremy Sochan: The podcast hosts expressed concern over Sochan's fit, noting that despite trying him at multiple positions (point guard, 3, 4, and 5), he has yet to find a consistent rhythm.

• Harrison Barnes: Barnes continued to struggle from deep, finishing 0-for-5 from three-point range and scoring only 2 points.

Trade Deadline Looming

With the trade deadline approaching next month, rumors are swirling. Names like Jeremy Sochan, Kelly Olynyk, and Lindy Waters were mentioned as potential trade chips. The hosts also discussed high-profile "dream" targets, including Giannis Antetokounmpo and Lauri Markkanen, noting that the Spurs have the assets to make a significant move if they choose to prioritize a win-now mentality.

Game Stats: Spurs vs. Thunder (Jan 13, 2026)

Category	San Antonio Spurs	Oklahoma City Thunder
Final Score	98	119
3rd Quarter Points	24	40
Field Goal %	40%	51.9%
Bench Points	32	46
Points in Paint	40	56
Total Rebounds	42	43
Total Blocks	3	11
Leading Scorer	Stephon Castle (20)	Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (34)

"I try not to get impressed. I just try to look at what I see." — Gregg Popovich

Spurs look to rebound tough loss as they head home to face the Milwaukee Bucks Thursday January 15th at 7pm. You can watch on FanDuel Sports Network or listen in on 1200AM WOAI. Check out 210FastBreak.com for more Spurs info.