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San Antonio’s basketball reputation keeps rising, fueled by Wagner’s newly crowned NBA champions
By Mary Rominger at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
San Antonio ’s basketball reputation continues to grow, and Wagner High School is a major reason why.Wagner product McCullar Jr. celebrated an NBA championship right here in his hometown. For Spurs fans, watching the Knicks come out on top wasn’t easy. But for those who remember these players’ roo...
Key takeaway The Thunderbirds’ former coach, Rodney Clark, said San Antonio had plenty to celebrate because two homegrown athletes made it to basketball’s biggest stage.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The success of Wagner High School's basketball program has significant implications for San Antonio's youth sports landscape. As the school's reputation grows, it is likely to attract more talented young players from across the city, creating a pipeline of future NBA hopefuls. The program's emphasis on coaching and player development, as exemplified by Rodney Clark's approach, will be crucial in nurturing this talent. The retirement of McCullar Jr.'s jersey, alongside those of Jordan Clarkson and Andre Roberson, will serve as a powerful motivator for current and future Thunderbirds players, reminding them that they too can achieve greatness with hard work and dedication. As San Antonio continues to produce top-level basketball talent, the city's sports fans can take pride in knowing that their hometown is making a lasting impact on the NBA. This trend is likely to have a lasting impact on the city's sports identity.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? San Antonio’s basketball reputation continues to grow, and Wagner High School is a major reason why.Wagner product McCullar Jr. celebrated an NBA championship right here in his hometown. For Spurs fans, watching the Knicks come out on top wasn’t easy. But for those who remember these players’ roo...
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