VIDEO: San Antonio Spurs’ Bench Went Crazy After Rookie Stephon Castle Slams A Wild Poster-Dunk Against The Oklahoma City Thunder
The San Antonio Spurs kicked off their season with a hard-fought game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, ultimately falling short with a 107-112 loss. Despite the disappointing outcome, the spotlight shone brightly on rookie Stephon Castle.
As the game progressed, Julian Champagnie made notable contributions to the Spurs’ efforts, but it was Castle’s electrifying performance that truly stole the show. Fans gathered at the Frost Bank Center were eager to catch their first glimpse of the fourth overall pick in this year’s draft, and Castle did not disappoint.
With the scoreboard showing 87-83 in favor of the Thunder, Castle executed a jaw-dropping poster dunk that sent shockwaves through the arena. The crowd erupted in cheers, and even players on the Spurs’ bench were left in awe of the rookie’s incredible athleticism. That dunk not only electrified the fans but also added two crucial points to the Spurs’ tally.
In addition to his highlight reel dunk, Castle contributed 5 points, 2 rebounds, and 3 assists during his debut game. Though the Spurs couldn’t secure the win against the Thunder, the electrifying moment provided by Castle and the overall team effort offered a promising start to the season.
