Spurs to host Native American Heritage Night with performances and tributes

The San Antonio Spurs will host Native American Heritage Night on April 6 during their game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Frost Bank Center, according to KENS 5.

The event will feature live performances, cultural storytelling and in-game tributes honoring Native American heritage. The Spurs are partnering with American Indians in Texas at the Spanish Colonial Missions, the Lindy Waters III Foundation and Nike N7 to support the event. Activities will include a pregame land acknowledgment, cultural performances and opportunities to learn about Native history and organizations. A $5,000 grant will be presented to community leaders, along with tributes recognizing contributions to Native communities. Spurs player Lindy Waters III told KENS 5, “Events like this honor our ancestors and create visibility for our people.”