# Spurs Looking for Answers after Falling in Game 3, Who is Gonna Step Up?

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Podcast: [Silver and Black Coffee Hour: A San Antonio Spurs Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/silver-and-black-coffee-hour-a-san-antonio-spurs-podcast-6908231)
Published: 2026-05-23T18:40:02+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/silver-and-black-coffeehr/episodes/Spurs-Looking-for-Answers-after-Falling-in-Game-3--Who-is-Gonna-Step-Up-e3jq11n
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Duration seconds: 3537

## Resource

Most Spurs fans are feeling the weight of a pivotal playoff series — but what if the key to turning things around is as simple as changing your approach? In this episode of the Silver and Black Coffee Hour, Aaron Blackerby, Tom Petrini and Zach Montana unpack the gritty realities of a hard-fought series against OKC, revealing the strategic adjustments that could level the series and bring the Spurs back from the brink.Join us for a deep dive into the heart of the game — from Wemby’s elusive playmaking to Shea Gilders Alexander’s unstoppable threat. We break down game-changing strategies, including how to neutralize SGA’s gravity, the impact of fatigue, and the defensive schemes needed to contain one of the league’s best. Discover why the Thunder’s disciplined approach is a masterclass in exploiting opponent weaknesses, and how the Spurs can counter with better rotations, smarter double teams, and a renewed focus on energy efficiency.You'll discover:The critical defensive adjustments needed to slow down SGA and the Thunder's perimeter attackHow to weaponize Wemby’s gravity for maximum offensive impactWhy game fatigue and long rebounds are saboteurs for the Spurs' series hopesThe importance of bench depth and fresh legs in playoff successWhat a Nikola Jokic-inspired performance from Wemby could mean for the series outcome. Time is of the essence — the series hangs in the balance, and every split-second of strategic play counts. This episode is essential for Spurs fans, those who crave tactical insights, and anyone ready to understand the true chess match behind NBA playoff basketball.Plus, we highlight the “Enemy of the Game” — Daryl Morey’s latest misstep — and what it reveals about the game’s biggest controversies. With passionate takes, insider analysis, and a healthy…

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