San Antonio Spurs Must Choose Between Winning Now or Building for Wemby 2028: De’Aaron Fox Drama?!
Welcome to NBA Hoops, where legends are made, rivalries ignite, and every buzzer beater writes history. Step into the heart of the game. This is more than basketball. This is NBA hoops. Five most overrated NBA players. The Aaron Fox with the Spurs, Austin Reeves with the Lakers, Laren Jackson with the Grizzlies, Tyler Hero with the Heat, and LaMelo Ball with the Hornet. What do you think about Wimby and Fox teaming up? I like it a lot. This is it. This is proper. They’re in a franchise that know how to make that work. I know that was one of the reasons Fox turned the extension down is because I think he wanted to end up in in San Antonio with Wimi. This duo going to be crazy, bro. Yes, it is. And they got talent in San Antonio. You want me to tell you what I think one of the biggest heists is of this trade deadline? What? They were able to get Dear Fox and not include Stefon Castle. Ooh, that was big. Now you talking about one won the trade. That’s why I’m like, Spurs, give up the picks. You got your core. Like, now you just need to fine tune. And the oldest one is 27. Great teams make great moves. We going to get generational talent. And they were trying to figure it out with the talent they had. They moved Dear in there. Now they move CP to to compliment Wimby. Now you got De’Aran Fox. Welcome to my channel where we dive head first into the heart of San Antonio Spurs basketball. Today, we’re facing a seismic moment in the Spurs rebuild. A moment that could reshape the franchise’s future for years to come. Dearan Fox is officially eligible for a massive 4-year, $229 million extension, and the NBA world is buzzing with heated debates. Is he worth the max? How will this affect the Spurs salary cap and their young core? And what about those lineup trends that reveal a glaring need on this roster? Buckle up, Spurs Nation. This is a big one. Oh, and before we dive in, we’re so close to 20,000 subscribers. If you’re loving our daily Spurs content, smash that subscribe button below. 70% of you haven’t yet, so let’s make it happen. We’re kicking things off with a deep dive into the Spurs most used lineups from last season. And trust me, there’s a trend you need to see. Let’s break it down. Let’s start with a tweet that’s got Spurs nation talking. NBA University, a mustf follow on X, dropped a bombshell a few days ago. A breakdown of the Spurs most used lineups from the 2024 to 25S season. And folks, the comments section, pure gold intelligent takes left and right. They highlighted four lineups, and I’m zeroing in on these because they were the most used last season. Here’s the kicker. Harrison Barnes and Chris Paul were in all four. City Sissoko and Devonte Graham showed up in three of the four. But what really caught my eye, the top two lineups featuring Julian Champany, Harrison Barnes, Chris Paul, Victor Webyama, and Stefon Castle in one and Chris Paul, Devin Vassel, Harrison Barnes, and Webyama in another had the best net ratings. Why? Shooting. These lineups were stacked with shooters and it showed. Now compare that to the lineup with Bismac Biombo which had the worst net rating of the four. Sure, Webyama’s absence in that lineup is huge. But let’s not kid ourselves. Shooting was a massive factor. The data screams it. Lineups with Barnes, Vassel, or Champa lit up the scoreboard while less shooting. Heavy lineups struggled. Last season, Harrison Barnes led the Spurs with a 38 1% three-point shooting percentage and Champagne wasn’t far behind at 36 by Jau. When you’ve got a generational talent like Wemama drawing defenders like Moths to a flame, and a slashing point guard like De’aran Fox collapsing defenses, averaging six, eight assists in his 17 games. With the Spurs, you need shooters to capitalize on that space. Stefon Castle’s surgical drives and Dylan Harper’s potential to do the same only amplify this need. The Spurs addressed it somewhat, guaranteeing Champangi’s contract and bringing in Kelly Ubé, who’s hit 31 9% from deep in his career. But is it enough? I’m not convinced. The need for shooting is crystal clear. But how do you balance that with a $229 million question mark? Let’s dive into the drama surrounding De’aran Fox’s contract extension and why it’s got the NBA world on edge. Today, the 3rd of August, 2025, marks a turning point for the San Antonio Spurs. De’aran Fox, the electrifying point guard acquired from Sacramento in a blockbuster three team trade on the 3rd of February 2025, is officially eligible for a 4-year, $229 million max extension, roughly $57, 3 million per year. That’s a jaw-dropping jump from his current $37 1 million salary for the 2025 to 26s een. Spurs Nation, this is no small decision. The NBA is buzzing with fans and insiders split down the middle. Some, like ESPN’s Bobby Marks, question whether Fox is a true Max player. Is he worth the same as Luca Donuchi’s $215 million deal? They ask. Others, like Bleacher Reports Brian Windhorst, say it’s a done deal. Fox and the Spurs are locked in for a big extension with talks expected to wrap up quickly. But here’s where it gets messy. Fox’s camp, led by Clutch Sports Rich Paul, orchestrated his move to San Antonio, giving up just Trey Jones, Zack Collins, City Sasoko, and three firstround picks a steal for a one-time all-star. Fox reportedly chose the Spurs, drawn to playing alongside Victor Webbyama and a young core with limitless potential. In return, his camp is likely pushing for the max, saying, “We did you a solid, now pay up.” Yet, NBA insider Mark Stein reports leaguewide doubts about an automatic max for Fox, especially with Stephan Castle’s rookie of the year win and Dylan Harper’s arrival as the no two pick. In 2025, Fox averaged 19, seven points, four, three rebounds, and six, eight assists in his 17 games with the Spurs last season. But a finger injury cut his campaign short. Can he return to his 2023 to 24 FORM, where he posted a career-high 26, six points, and two steals per game. That’s the gamble the Spurs are weighing. Fox’s contract isn’t just about dollars. It’s about the future of this roster. How will it impact the Spurs salary cap and their young stars? Let’s break down the numbers and the long-term stakes. Let’s talk numbers. Spurs nation. Because this De’Aran Fox decision is a high stakes tightroppe walk, a 4-year $229 million extension would lock Fox in through the 2029 to30s season. with his salary ballooning to nearly $60 million by age 32. That’s a massive commitment, especially when you consider the Spurs young core. Victor Webyama, a top 10 player who could be top three this year, is on a steal of a deal $13 million this season and $17 million in 2026 to 27, but his supermax eligibility looms in 2028. potentially a 5-year $271 million deal. Add in Devon Vassel sign through 2028 to 29 at under $30 million annually and upcoming extensions for Stfan Castle, Jeremy Sohan, Dylan Harper, and Carter Bryant. The last year of Fox’s extension would overlap with the first year of Harper’s and Bryant’s extensions, plus Webanyama and Sohan’s big paydays. The Spurs are projected to have cap space in 2026 before Webyama’s Supermax kicks in, but a max deal for Fox could push them close to the second apron, limiting flexibility. NBA insider John Hollinger suggests a compromise. a three-year, $150 million deal to save $5 million per season, or a 4-year deal with a team option in year four. A discounted 4-year, $200 million deal, $50 million per year, would be a coup, giving the Spurs room to pay their young stars. But if Fox demands the max, the Spurs might have to make tough choices. Trade Vassel, move Fox later. The front office led by Greg Papovich has my full faith, but this decision will define the rebuild, maximize Wemmenyama’s cheap years now, or plan for long-term sustainability. That’s the question. The salary cap puzzle is daunting. But what about the backcourt log jam with Fox, Castle, and Harper vying for minutes? Is there a storm brewing in San Antonio? Let’s explore. Here’s where things get spicy. Spurs nation. The Spurs have a backcourt log jam that’s raising eyebrows across the NBA. Dearan Fox, the 27-year-old all-star, is the clear leader right now, but Stfan Castle, fresh off his rookie of the year win, and Dylan Harper, the no two pick in the 2025 draft, are both 20 or younger and hungry for minutes. Mark Stein reports that league insiders are questioning whether Fox’s max extension is a sure thing given Castle’s emergence and Harper’s potential. An anonymous Western Conference scout even suggested Harper’s Manu Genobilyike game could make Fox expendable if his three-point shot develops. That’s wild talk. Fox is a proven star, averaging 25 points and six one assists last season with Sacramento. And he chose San Antonio to pair with Webanyama, trading him before Harper plays a single NBA game. That’s madness. But the Spurs face a real dilemma. If they want to win now, Fox is the guy. His speed, poise, and playmaking are perfect for Webanyama. If they’re patient, Castle and Harper could form a younger, cheaper core. The Spurs could make a three-headed monster work with Fox at point, Castle at shooting guard and Harper off the bench, but minutes will be tight and egos could clash. This decision isn’t just about money, it’s about vision. The backcourt drama is real, but what do you think the Spurs should do? Let’s wrap this up with a call to action and a nod to a Spurs legend. Spurs nation, we’re at a crossroads. De’aran Fox’s $229 million extension could lock in a star to pair with Victor Webama, but it risks tying up the salary cap for Castle, Harper, Sohan, and Bryant. The Spurs shooting woes are real lineups with Barnes and Champagne thrived while others floundered. Do we max out Fox and go allin now or play the long game with our young core? I trust the Spurs front office. But I want to hear from you. Drop your thoughts in the comments. Should we pay Fox the max, trade for another shooter, or build around Castle and Harper? And if you’ve made it this far over 8 minutes into Spurs Digest, give a shout out to my boy Manu Genobily in the comments. That’s how I know you’re a true fan. Help us hit 10,000 subscribers. Smash that subscribe button and join the ride. I’m your host and I’ll catch you in the next one. If you felt the heat, heard the roar, and lived the game, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and join the NBA Hoops family. The next big moment is just one play away. [Music] [Applause]
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San Antonio Spurs Must Choose Between Winning Now or Building for Wemby 2028: De’Aaron Fox Drama?!
