The Latest Breaking News from Brian Wright

Spurs Offseason Preview: Victor Wembanyama Extension and an Eventual Crossroads With De’Aaron Fox

Wembanyama is eligible to sign his rookie extension with the Spurs over the summer.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 14

Letters: Danny Thompson obituary

Brian Wright writes: The whole crowd burst into a lusty rendition of Danny Boy.

The Guardian - UK · Oct 21, 2025

Federal appeals court continues to block Florida’s drag-show ban as likely unconstitutional

An injunction barring the enforcement of Florida’s drag-show ban will remain in effect after a federal appeals court ruled that the law is likely unconstitutional

The Independent UK · May 13, 2025

Victor Wembanyama struggles to find rhythm on debut for San Antonio Spurs

LAS VEGAS: In his highly anticipated debut for the San Antonio Spurs in a Summer League contest on Friday, Victor Wembanyama, the NBA's top draft pick, struggled to find his rhythm, resulting in a rather underwhelming performance.

The Times of India · Jul 8, 2023

Inside the secret NBA lottery drawing room, where Mavericks survived an anxious night

CHICAGO — Mavericks assistant general manager Michael Finley showed little emotion as executives for 14 non-playoff teams, a gaggle of reporters and a handful of NBA officials huddled Tuesday night outside a discreet, security laden room where the league’s future hung in the pre-draft lottery balance.

Tribune News Service · May 18, 2023

Of Course the Spurs Were Super Chill When They Won the No. 1 Pick

When San Antonio landed the No. 1 NBA draft pick—and likely with it, Victor Wembanyama, its reaction in the room was, um, quite subdued.

Sports Illustrated · May 17, 2023

The Wembanyama sweepstakes and draft lottery has a winner: It's the Spurs

Victor Wembanyama is now set to begin his NBA career with the San Antonio Spurs, after they won the NBA draft lottery and the No. 1 overall pick on Tuesday night

The Independent UK · May 17, 2023

Crook dad violently attacked daughter's ex-partner with bat after alleged abusive relationship ended

Brian Wright, 52, sprung an attack on his daughter's ex-partner following the breakdown of their relationship

Chronicle Live · Jul 1, 2022

Police ticket students for misbehavior

An Illinois law bans schools from fining students, so local police are doing it for them

Salon · Apr 28, 2022