The Spurs do not stop: the keys of a project that must continue to grow with Wembanyama
San Antonio keeps its young core intact, reinforces depth in free agency, and accumulates Draft picks to build a dynasty around Victor Wembanyama despite the setback in the 2026 NBA Finals
The defeat in the 2026 NBA Finals against the New York Knicks doesn't change the outlook in San Antonio. On the contrary. The Spurs have confirmed that the project led by Victor Wembanyama is ready to compete for the ring for many years. After reaching the Finals earlier than expected and falling 4-1 to New York, the Texan franchise faces a crucial summer to reinforce a young roster and keep open a championship window that is just beginning.
The Spurs roster for 2026-27
Unless unexpected moves happen, the core of the team will remain almost the same that led the franchise to the Finals.
Main core
- Victor Wembanyama
- De'Aaron Fox
- Stephon Castle
- Dylan Harper
- Devin Vassell
- Keldon Johnson
- Carter Bryant
- Julian Champagnie
Rotation players and veterans
- Harrison Barnes
- Kelly Olynyk
- Luke Kornet
- Mason Plumlee
- Bismack Biyombo
- Lindy Waters III
The great strength of San Antonio is that its four pillars —Wembanyama, Fox, Castle, and Harper— have room for growth and have already shown they can compete at the highest level. Harper was one of the revelations of the Finals, while Castle continues to establish himself as a key perimeter piece.
Free agency situation
The Spurs enter the market without the need for drastic changes. After reaching the Finals, the priority will be to maintain roster depth and add experience in specific positions. The franchise will also need to address several internal renewals during the summer.
Furthermore, the major future move will be Wembanyama's max extension, as he is now eligible to negotiate a long-term contract with the organization. All signs point to the franchise making their French star the absolute centerpiece of the project for the next decade.
2026 Draft picks
San Antonio will once again be one of the teams with the most assets in the Draft.
The Spurs hold four selections:
- Pick 20 in the first round.
- Pick 35 in the second round.
- Pick 42 in the second round.
- Pick 44 in the second round.
The front office has already begun working with numerous prospects to strengthen the team's depth. Among the players who have gone through pre-draft workouts are names like Alex Karaban, Tarris Reed Jr., Chris Cenac Jr., Zuby Ejiofor, or Felix Okpara.
Beginning of a championship window
The loss to New York was painful, especially after several close finishes that slipped away from the Texans. However, within the organization, there is a feeling that the Finals were more of a learning experience than a failure.
With Wembanyama already a superstar, Fox providing leadership, Castle and Harper evolving rapidly, and a vast amount of young talent around, San Antonio seems to be just at the beginning of its winning cycle. The 2025-26 season ended without a ring, but it also made it clear that the Spurs have definitively returned to the NBA elite and that the project around Wembanyama has all the ingredients to contend for the championship again very soon.
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