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Spurs draft Jayden Quaintance, who targets shooting improvement

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 12:08 PM

Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Spurs draft Jayden Quaintance, who targets shooting improvement
Summary

The San Antonio Spurs selected Jayden Quaintance with the 20th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, focusing on his long-term defensive potential. Following the draft, Quaintance expressed his intention to enhance his shooting and offensive versatility. Despite past injury concerns, the Spurs believe in his upside, particularly if he can develop alongside Victor Wembanyama. The team's draft strategy aims to address recent postseason struggles, and Quaintance is considered a high-risk, high-reward prospect, with projections of him becoming an elite defender.

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By the Numbers
  • •Quaintance was selected 20th overall in the 2026 NBA Draft.
  • •He aims to improve his shooting and offensive skills.
  • •The Spurs are addressing postseason performance issues with new talent.
  • •Injury concerns affected Quaintance's draft stock.
  • •He is viewed as a potential elite defender in the NBA.
Latest Updates
  • 12:08 PMYahoo Sports — Spurs rookie Jayden Quaintance’s this post-draft message signals big changes coming to his game
What they're saying
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New Spurs draft pick Jayden Quaintance revealed the key areas he's focused on improving, including his shooting and offensive versatility.

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