Your daily update on the San Antonio Spurs covers a variety of topics, from trade speculation to draft predictions and playoff action across the NBA. Here’s a recap:
TRADE RUMORS: Trae Young to Spurs?
The Atlanta Hawks have found themselves in a middle ground with Trae Young, sparking rumors of a potential trade in the offseason. Could pairing him with Victor Wembanyama on the San Antonio Spurs be a smart move, or could it backfire?
ROOKIE RECOGNITION: Victor Wembanyama gets Funko Pop! Figure
Fresh off being named the NBA’s best defensive player by his peers, Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama joins other league stars with his own Funko Pop! figure in the latest “NBA Series.”
SEASON IN REVIEW: Spurs’ Player Grades
In a new offseason series, the team reviews and grades each rostered player, starting with David Duke Jr. who made the most of his two-way contract this season, showcasing his offensive skills both in the NBA and with the Austin Spurs, the team’s G League affiliate.
NBA DRAFT: Spurs’ Predictions
With the 2024 NBA Draft approaching in 65 days, the Spurs are projected to select UConn’s Donovan Clingan with the No. 6 overall pick and Marquette’s Tyler Kolek with the No. 33 overall pick, according to The Ringer’s big board.
NBA PLAYOFFS UPDATE:
Here’s how the NBA Playoffs are shaping up:
– OKC Thunder vs. New Orleans Pelicans (OKC leads 1-0)
– Denver Nuggets vs. Los Angeles Lakers (DEN leads 2-0)
– Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Phoenix Suns (MIN leads 2-0)
– LA Clippers vs. Dallas Mavericks (Series tied 1-1)
– Boston Celtics vs. Miami Heat (BOS leads 1-0)
– New York Knicks vs. Philadelphia 76ers (NYK leads 2-0)
– Milwaukee Bucks vs. Indiana Pacers (Series tied 1-1)
– Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Orlando Magic (CLE leads 2-0)
CLOSING THOUGHTS
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