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San Antonio Spurs introduce their 2026 NBA Draft picks
By Nate Kotisso, Mary Rominger, Mark Mendez at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 25, 2026
· 3 min read
One day after the conclusion of the 2026 NBA Draft, the San Antonio Spurs officially introduced their newest draft picks Thursday afternoon at the Victory Capital Performance Center.The four picks are already accustomed to pressure. All of them either played at college basketball blue bloods or w...
Key takeaway Nothing, however, can match the stress of joining a young team wanting more after losing to the New York Knicks in the 2026 NBA Finals.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The San Antonio Spurs' 2026 draft picks bring new excitement to the city's basketball fans, with a focus on bolstering the team's interior and backcourt. The selection of Jayden Quaintance and Tarris Reed Jr. addresses a key need for the Spurs, providing a strong presence in the paint. Meanwhile, the addition of Ja'Kobi Gillespie and Maliq Brown injects fresh talent into the team's guard and wing positions. As the Spurs look to build on their recent playoff run, these new players will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike. The community will be eager to see how they mesh with the existing roster and contribute to the team's success. With the Spurs' history of developing young talent, fans can expect to see these rookies get significant playing time and opportunities to grow and improve throughout the upcoming season.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? One day after the conclusion of the 2026 NBA Draft, the San Antonio Spurs officially introduced their newest draft picks Thursday afternoon at the Victory Capital Performance Center.The four picks are already accustomed to pressure. All of them either played at college basketball blue bloods or w...
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