Spurs remain committed to De'Aaron Fox as starting point guard
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 5:27 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
The San Antonio Spurs are backing De'Aaron Fox despite a difficult NBA Finals where he averaged 12.8 points, six assists, and three rebounds across five games. Team sources indicate Fox will likely start in the upcoming season, emphasizing his experience and contributions, even while second-year player Dylan Harper shows promise. Spurs management recognizes Fox's role in their playoff run, which included the constraints of an ankle injury. The decision on the starting point guard will ultimately rest with head coach Mitch Johnson as the team prepares for the next season.
- •De'Aaron Fox averaged 12.8 points in the NBA Finals.
- •Spurs trust Fox despite playoff struggles.
- •Dylan Harper shows potential but Fox likely remains starting PG.
- •Decision on the lineup is up to head coach Mitch Johnson.
- •Fox has four years left on his contract.
- 5:27 PMYahoo Sports — The Spurs still believe in De'Aaron Fox as their starting PG after his rocky NBA Finals
"The Spurs aren't going to let De'Aaron Fox's horrible NBA Finals get in the way of their big picture.
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