Spurs face challenges with De'Aaron Fox's costly contract
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 6:05 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
De'Aaron Fox's $221.7 million contract extension raises concerns for the San Antonio Spurs after their NBA Finals loss to the New York Knicks. Fox struggled in the postseason, averaging over 15 points per game while shooting poorly. His significant salary cap hit—$49.5 million next season, escalating to $61.3 million in 2029-2030—may hinder the Spurs' chances of competing for championships, especially with younger guards like Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper already on the roster. Moving forward, Fox will need to improve significantly to validate his hefty contract.
- •De'Aaron Fox's $221.7 million extension impacts Spurs' salary cap significantly.
- •Fox averaged just over 15 points per game in the recent playoffs.
- •Spurs have young talent like Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper as potential contributors.
- •Fox's contract peaks at $61.3 million in the 2029-2030 season.
- 6:05 PMYahoo Sports — Wait, HOW much are the Spurs paying De'Aaron Fox moving forward?
"De'Aaron Fox will be better but it's hard not to look at his contract as something that might hold the Spurs back moving forward.
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