Austin’s semifinal win over Salt Lake City wasn’t just about points—it was a full-court experience of passion, teamwork, and hometown pride.
There’s something special about playoff basketball — the crowd buzzes louder, the stakes feel higher, and every moment matters just a little bit more. On April 3, 2025, Moody Studios pulled up to the H-E-B Center in Cedar Park for the Austin Spurs' Western Conference Semifinal matchup against the Salt Lake City Stars, and the energy was unreal.
From tip-off to the final buzzer, this wasn’t just a game — it was a showdown. Austin came out with focus and fire, led by Malachi Flynn who dropped 28 points with ease. Every shot felt intentional, every move calculated. Flynn controlled the tempo with the confidence of a seasoned floor general, and the crowd could feel it. But he didn’t do it alone — David Duke Jr. came through with a double-double (23 points and 13 rebounds), showing his versatility and grit on both ends of the court. Harrison Ingram also had a standout night with 16 points and 14 rebounds, adding power to the Spurs’ inside game.
At halftime, Austin was holding onto a slim lead (61-58), and you could tell no one in the building was ready to sit back. The second half turned up the heat — fast breaks, smart passes, clutch rebounds. The fans were all in, shouting, clapping, living for every possession. It felt personal, like everyone in the arena was playing their part in pushing the Spurs toward the win.
By the time the final score hit 123-113 in favor of Austin, the room erupted. The Spurs were officially moving on to the Western Conference Finals. And for those of us lucky enough to be in the building? That win felt bigger than just basketball.
Moments like these are why Moody Studios shows up to live events. It’s not just about the scoreboard — it’s about the connection between the team and the city, the crowd and the court. It’s the sound of sneakers echoing under the roar of support, the strangers high-fiving in the aisles, the shared joy of witnessing greatness in real time.
The Spurs’ playoff run may have ended in a hard-fought battle against Stockton, but this night will go down as one to remember. The mic was on, the lights were bright, and the city of Austin showed out.
We’ll be courtside again — camera in hand, heart wide open.
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