Spurs' Game vs. Magic Delayed Further Amid Travel Woes

The NBA has pushed back the matchup after the Spurs' charter plane experienced equipment issues.

Feb. 1, 2026 at 3:15pm

The NBA has further delayed the San Antonio Spurs' home game against the Orlando Magic after the team experienced additional travel complications. The Spurs' charter plane had minor equipment issues and was forced to divert to Atlanta, pushing the game back to 8 p.m. Sunday.

Why it matters

The Spurs and Magic were originally scheduled to play on Friday, but the game was delayed due to a heavy snowstorm that shut down the Charlotte airport following the Spurs' previous road game. This latest delay adds further disruption to the teams' schedules and could impact their preparation and performance.

The details

The Spurs (32-16) were set to host the Magic (25-22) at the Frost Bank Center, but the game will now tip off at 8 p.m. Sunday. The Spurs' charter plane experienced minor equipment issues and had to divert to Atlanta, leading to the additional delay. The Magic are already in San Antonio, while the Spurs have departed Atlanta, so no further delays are expected.

  • The game was originally scheduled for Friday, February 1, 2026.
  • The game was first delayed due to a heavy snowstorm that shut down the Charlotte airport following the Spurs' previous road game.
  • The game was further delayed on Sunday, February 2, 2026 after the Spurs' charter plane experienced equipment issues and had to divert to Atlanta.

The players

San Antonio Spurs

An NBA basketball team based in San Antonio, Texas.

Orlando Magic

An NBA basketball team based in Orlando, Florida.

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What’s next

No further delays are expected, and the game is set to tip off at 8 p.m. on Sunday, February 2, 2026.

The takeaway

This latest delay highlights the challenges teams can face with travel disruptions, which can significantly impact their preparation and performance. The Spurs and Magic will need to quickly adjust their schedules and focus on the game ahead.