De'Aaron Fox's struggles raise concerns over Spurs contract
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
De'Aaron Fox's performance in the NBA Finals has cast doubt on his max contract with the San Antonio Spurs. After averaging 18.8 points and 5.8 assists in the first two playoff rounds, Fox struggled against the Oklahoma City Thunder and in the Finals, sparking questions about his future with the team. Despite his recent challenges, he is signed for $221.7 million over the next four years, making trade possibilities unlikely. Analysts are now categorizing his contract as one of the NBA's worst due to concerns over his athletic decline and inability to perform at a high level during critical games.
- •Fox averaged 18.8 points in earlier playoff rounds.
- •Struggled against Oklahoma City and in Finals.
- •Contract worth $221.7 million over four years.
- •Analysts labeled his contract among NBA's worst.
- •Trade possibilities appear very unlikely.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Spurs' De'Aaron Fox Lands Among NBA's 'Worst' Contracts
"After a strong start to the postseason, De'Aaron Fox's struggles in the Western Conference Finals and NBA Finals have fueled concerns surrounding his new max contract.
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