Spurs begin training camp with Johnson and Wembanyama as leaders
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 7:29 PM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026
The San Antonio Spurs opened their 2026 training camp on September 29, with head coach Mitch Johnson and star player Victor Wembanyama taking leadership roles. Keldon Johnson praised Mitch Johnson's communication skills as essential for team success. Wembanyama is also recognized for fostering team chemistry and taking initiative in team activities. The Spurs are looking to build on their performance as the defending Western Conference champions during this preseason.
- •Spurs training camp opened September 29, 2026.
- •Mitch Johnson enters his second season as head coach.
- •Keldon Johnson is the reigning NBA Sixth Man of the Year.
- •Victor Wembanyama emphasizes team chemistry and communication.
- •Spurs are defending Western Conference champions.
- 7:29 PMYahoo Sports — Communication, initiative are hallmarks of leadership for Mitch Johnson, Wemby
"The Spurs opened training camp Tuesday, and reigning NBA Sixth Man of the Year Keldon Johnson says the team is in good hands with its coach and star player.
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