Meet the ‘Spurs Nuns’: The superfans praying for NBA finals glory

This unlikely alliance began decades ago, rooted in the passion of retired sisters, native Texans and ardent Spurs fans, who would follow games intently - (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Before Game 1 of the NBA Finals, basketball phenom Victor Wembanyama paused on the court, not for a pre-game ritual, but to share a moment of prayer with a group of women in San Antonio Spurs jerseys worn over their habits. They are the Salesian Sisters of St. John Bosco, affectionately known as the "Spurs Nuns."

This unique sight highlights a two-decade-long relationship between the San Antonio Spurs and a dedicated group of nuns whose devotion extends beyond the basketball court to their community work. For the sisters, the connection is a natural extension of their mission.