Spurs eye Kristaps Porzingis as backup option for Victor Wembanyama
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 2:19 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
The San Antonio Spurs are exploring options to acquire Kristaps Porzingis from the Golden State Warriors this summer. With Victor Wembanyama expected to miss time, the Spurs need a reliable backup center. Porzingis, a 30-year-old center, averaged 16.7 points and 5.2 rebounds last season but has had injury concerns. Sources indicate that Golden State may want to re-sign Porzingis, complicating San Antonio's pursuit.
- •San Antonio Spurs targeting Kristaps Porzingis as a free agent.
- •Porzingis averaged 16.7 points and 5.2 rebounds for Golden State last season.
- •Spurs need to solidify center position as Wembanyama's backup.
- •Injuries have affected Porzingis' availability and potential contract talks.
- •Golden State may prioritize re-signing Porzingis, complicating Spurs' plans.
- 2:19 AMYahoo Sports — Spurs named landing spot for $60 million Warriors NBA champion veteran
"A Golden State Warriors 7-foot-2 center was regarded as a realistic free agent target for the San Antonio Spurs.
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