Spurs consider trading De'Aaron Fox for Kyrie Irving amid Finals struggles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 5:29 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
The San Antonio Spurs are reportedly looking to trade De'Aaron Fox following a disappointing 4–1 loss to the New York Knicks in the NBA Finals. Fox struggled during the series, and analysts have suggested that he could be swapped for Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving, who brings championship experience. This move is seen as a strategy to enhance the Spurs' competitiveness next season, utilizing Irving’s extensive playoff background. Meanwhile, reports indicate that the Spurs are focusing on the development of their younger players, including Dylan Harper and Stephon Castle, as they build for the future.
- •Spurs lost the NBA Finals to the Knicks, 4–1.
- •De’Aaron Fox faced criticism for his performance during the Finals.
- •Analysts propose a trade sending Fox to the Mavericks for Kyrie Irving.
- •Irving is on a three-year, $118 million contract with Dallas.
- •San Antonio aims to develop younger players alongside any potential new acquisitions.
- 5:29 PMYahoo Sports — Spurs predicted to trade De'Aaron Fox for $118M generational 9-time All-Star, Finals champion
"De'Aaron Fox struggled with the Spurs in the NBA Finals. In this deal they swap him for someone that has won an NBA championship in a win now move.
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