Category: Spurs Trade Rumors

Mock trade sees Spurs land Dejounte Murray for 2-player package

In this mock trade, Dejounte Murray would be sent back to the San Antonio Spurs.

The San Antonio Spurs will be looking to help Victor Wembanyama. That means adding talent. They were connected to the Atlanta Hawks throughout the regular season regarding potential trade rumors, and a Dejounte Murray return could make sense for both sides involved. Greg Swartz of Bleacher Report recently wrote a mock deal that would send Murray back to San Antonio for Keldon Johnson, Devonte’ Graham, and two first-round picks (that previously belonged to Atlanta).

“Some teams can slowly build a winner around their star rookie, adding top draft picks over time before going all-in to chase a championship,” Swartz wrote. “However, Victor Wembanyama is good enough for the San Antonio Spurs to start making win-now moves immediately. With a 75-year-old head coach in Gregg Popovich, patience isn’t an option. Murray developed into an All-Star point guard with the Spurs, spending his first six seasons in San Antonio before being traded to the Hawks in 2022. That experiment has all but failed.

“A reunion with Popovich on a Spurs team that needs an upgrade at point guard makes too much sense not to happen.”

Having a guy like Murray running the show and helping set up Wembanyama on offense would be great for the Spurs.

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Spurs should be hoping Luka Doncic becomes disgruntled in Dallas

The San Antonio Spurs should be hoping for Luka Doncic to become unhappy with the Dallas Mavericks.

The San Antonio Spurs need to pour all of their efforts into building a great team around Victor Wembanyama. The rookie sensation looks capable of leading a playoff team, so it’s up to San Antonio to help him. Tyler Watts of Air Alamo recently wrote an article detailing some players the Spurs should hope become disgruntled and want out of their current situation, and Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic made the list.

“Doncic would get to stay in Texas and play with another elite young talent. He loves to lob to his big men and has experience playing with Kristaps Porzingis in Dallas for two-plus years,” Watts wrote. “Wemby’s elite defense covers Luka’s biggest flaw, and the Spurs would be instant title threats with their dynamic European duo.

“Luka Doncic appears happy in Dallas, but things change fast in the NBA. The same could be said for the number one player on this list. He is always putting pressure on his organization and at some point could decide he wants to play elsewhere.”

Pairing Wembanyama with Doncic would create one of the best tandems in the league.

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Are the Spurs a potential trade destination for Stephen Curry?

If Stephen Curry were to leave the Golden State Warriors, should the San Antonio Spurs get involved?

The San Antonio Spurs are going to be active this summer. They’ve seen that Victor Wembanyama can be the face of the franchise, and more importantly, they know that he can help them win right now. Because of that, they need to strike an even balance between planning for right now and for the future.

One guy that could raise eyebrows is Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry. The Warriors missed the postseason this year, getting bounced in the first game of the Play-In Tournament. And while it seemed wildly unlikely that Curry would depart from Golden State, some betting outlets have the Spurs as favorites to land him should he leave.

The NBA Swish YouTube channel recently discussed this idea and why it could be a dream for the Spurs and a nightmare for the Warriors.

Pairing Curry next to Wembanyama would create a lethal tandem on both ends of the court.

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How true is rumor that Spurs don’t want to trade for Trae Young?

How true is the rumor that the San Antonio Spurs don’t see Trae Young as a fit?

Trae Young and the San Antonio Spurs were connected via trade rumors throughout portions of this past season. However, a recent report indicated that the Spurs don’t see it as a good fit. Greg Swartz of Bleacher Report recently wrote an article “buying or selling” rumors, and he doesn’t believe that San Antonio dislikes the Young fit.

“The question now becomes: If Young doesn’t fit with perhaps the greatest defensive talent the NBA has seen since Bill Russell, who does he fit with exactly?” Swartz wrote. “Young and Wembanyama would complement each other’s games perfectly. Young is one of the best passers in the NBA who would allow Wembanyama to feast off lobs and no-look cuts to the basket.

“On the other end, the 7’4” center would cover up Young’s defensive deficiencies perhaps better than anyone after already leading the NBA in blocked shots per game as a rookie (3.6). Young’s unlimited shooting range would make it tougher for defenses to double-team Wembanyama as he only gets stronger and adds to his offensive game. The Spurs should have at least exploratory interest in the price of a Young trade. Buy or Sell: Sell the Spurs not seeing Young and Wembanyama as fits. This would be an ideal pairing for the next 10-plus years.”

Should the Spurs consider trading for Young this summer?

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Keldon Johnson trade labeled as ‘obvious’ next move for Spurs

A Keldon Johnson trade could make a ton of sense for the San Antonio Spurs this offseason.

The San Antonio Spurs need to focus on improving their roster around Victor Wembanyama this summer. That needs to be their one and only goal. Whether it be through free agency, the draft, or the trade market, they just need to get better. When looking at which Spurs should stay or go, Air Alamo’s Jahlil Williams noted that a Keldon Johnson trade is the “obvious” answer.

“If the Spurs’ desire to win games this year was not clear before, it was made obvious when they concluded the season by winning six out of their last 10 games,” Williams wrote. “That tells fans the expectation was much higher. After just barely winning enough games to avoid a franchise-worst record, changes need to be made and Keldon is an obvious trade piece that must be utilized.”

Johnson has already experienced a drop-off in minutes and production with the emergence of Wembanyama. Trading him could help the Spurs bring in win-now talent that fits their roster better.

Add in the fact that he has a very trade-friendly contract, and a Johnson trade makes a ton of sense if the Spurs find one they like.

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Report: Spurs don’t see Trae Young as fit next to Victor Wembanyama

The San Antonio Spurs reportedly don’t see Trae Young as a fit next to Victor Wembanyama.

As the San Antonio Spurs look to improve their roster around Victor Wembanyama this summer, adding a top-tier playmaker should be one of their top priorities. Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young has been rumored as a potential target, but according to Kurt Helin of NBC Sports, San Antonio may not be in on that idea anymore.

“One other note. Spurs fans have been buzzing about the team getting in the mix for a Trae Young trade this summer, as he is the most acclaimed point guard likely to be available,” Helin wrote. “League sources have told NBC Sports not to bet on that happening, as San Antonio doesn’t see Young as a fit with Wembanyama going forward. The Spurs might be more interested in the Hawks’ Dejounte Murray if he is available.”

Young’s massive contract and lack of presence on the defensive end could be potential factors why the Spurs would rather go after Dejounte Murray or completely pivot away from a deal with the Hawks.

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Doubt cast on potential Spurs-Trae Young trade this offseason

Is a Trae Young trade actually realistic for the San Antonio Spurs?

As the San Antonio Spurs look to build around Victor Wembanyama adding talent around him that fits will be crucial. They were linked to Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young in potential trade talks throughout the season, and those rumors will almost certainly bleed into the summer. However, Jeff McDonald of the San Antonio Express-News thinks San Antonio will hold off on taking a big swing.

“The 25-year-old Young, who has averaged at least 25 points for five consecutive seasons, would certainly give the Spurs an elite scorer to pair with Wembanyama,” McDonald wrote. “The cost of acquiring Young might prove too steep, especially considering the Spurs would need to re-sign him to a maximum contract in 2026 to make the deal worth anyone’s while.

“The Spurs would then be locked into the Wembanyama-Young pairing for years, without the wherewithal to add to it. The Spurs haven’t ruled out engaging in discussions about Young or another star this summer, but it is more likely their biggest swing comes later.”

Young is great, and he would be a solid pairing next to Wembanyama, but is it worth the price?

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Darius Garland listed as San Antonio Spurs offseason trade target

Darius Garland was suggested as a San Antonio Spurs trade target for this offseason.

Building out their roster around Victor Wembanyama is the top priority for the San Antonio Spurs this summer. Wembanyama showed capable of leading a successful team in his rookie season, but if the Spurs want to make the playoffs with him at the helm, they need to get guys who can complement him on the court. Zach Buckley of Bleacher Report suggested Darius Garland as a potential trade target.

“Darius Garland is my own preference as Option No. 1,” Buckley wrote. “He’s the more ambitious target, since the Cleveland Cavaliers, unlike the Atlanta Hawks, have not reached Defcon Break Up The Backcourt. But they could get there. This isn’t purely about the Cavs’ postseason fate. If Donovan Mitchell plans to re-sign, they may decide they’re better off not shelling out $80-plus million annually to a pair of smaller guards.

“The Spurs don’t quite have the personnel to ship them a wing of the future unless Devin Vassell is involved (which he shouldn’t be). But they have Keldon Johnson, Jeremy Sochan, all their own picks, extra firsts from Atlanta, Chicago and Toronto, a fake-ish first from Charlotte and second-rounders galore. If some combination of these assets doesn’t pique Cleveland’s interest, they collectively have the curb appeal required to rope in a third-party facilitator with #ThePlayer who does. So, yeah, the Spurs should target the talented 24-year-old with four years left on what ESPN’s Brian Windhorst aptly calls the “Fun Max” first and then adjust their expectations later—if even necessary.”

Adding Garland to the roster would be huge for Wembanyama and the Spurs.

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Spurs ‘dream offseason trade’ is playmaking for Victor Wembanyama

The San Antonio Spurs’ “dream offseason trade” should be to put an elite playmaker next to Victor Wembanyama.

As the San Antonio Spurs have adapted to playing with Victor Wembanyama at the helm, they’ve made some significant improvements throughout the season. The 20-year-old rookie has been incredible on the defensive side of the ball, and his offense has taken some serious strides, too, especially as the team’s chemistry has improved.

Following their weird Jeremy Sochan-at-point-guard experiment at the beginning of the year, they’ve gone to a more traditional look, moving Tre Jones into the starting lineup. In addition, they’ve put Wembanyama at the center position full-time rather than having a second big next to him and having him run forward.

As the Spurs look to improve the team around Wembanyama this summer, Zach Buckley of Bleacher Report believes their “dream offseason trade” would be adding playmaking next to the star big man.

“When Wembanyama has shared the floor with Jones, the Spurs have posted a plus-4.0 net rating,” Buckley wrote. “Only six teams have that mark surpassed this season. If that degree of competitiveness is doable with Jones, just imagine what Wembanyama could do with a high-end option at point.

“That’s what the Spurs have already done by poking around Atlanta for a Trae Young trade. With a draft pick collection as strong as San Antonio’s, this franchise should be able to afford a floor general of Young’s ilk—if not Young himself.”

Pairing Wembanyama with an elite playmaker should be the Spurs’ goal.

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Would a Trae Young trade be perfect or disastrous for Spurs?

Should the San Antonio Spurs trade for Trae Young?

When the San Antonio Spurs selected Victor Wembanyama, they embarked on a quest to build the perfect team around him. He was one of the most hyped-up prospects in recent memory, and yet somehow, he’s managed to outperform many of the expectations placed upon him. But what’s next? How can the Spurs improve the team around him?

One idea that was reportedly explored was a potential trade for Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young. Pairing Young’s elite offensive game with Wembanyama could be a great combination, but there are an equal number of concerns that should be acknowledged with a potential Young trade. Most notably, his subpar play on the defensive end.

The NBA Swish YouTube channel recently discussed whether a Spurs trade for Young would be great or a disaster.

San Antonio will likely explore potential moves this summer, but is a trade for Young the right direction to go in?

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