How the Spurs were built to be an NBA Finals contender
The San Antonio Spurs have built a strong NBA Finals contender primarily through strategic drafting rather than trades. Key players like Victor Wembanyama and De'Aaron Fox have significantly contributed to the team's success. The Spurs' approach contrasts with that of other teams, focusing on developing young talent and maximizing draft capital.
- ▪Victor Wembanyama was selected No. 1 overall in 2023 and is averaging 20.9 points and 10.8 rebounds in his first postseason.
- ▪De'Aaron Fox was acquired in a three-team trade in February 2025 and has become a star, averaging 18.6 points and 6.2 assists.
- ▪The Spurs have also seen contributions from players like Stephon Castle and Keldon Johnson, who have emerged as key components of the team's success.
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nba finals NBA How the Spurs were built to be an NBA Finals contender By Andrew Crane Published June 3, 2026, 7:00 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google The Spurs took a different team-building route than the Knicks. While Leon Rose and the Knicks focused on trades and free agency to construct their core, San Antonio mostly became a contender again by maximizing its draft capital. Ahead of the NBA Finals, The Post dissects how the Spurs took shape. Victor Wembanyama How he was acquired: Selected No. 1 overall in 2023.
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