San Antonio Spurs Receive: C James Wiseman
Golden State Warriors Receive: C Jakob Poeltl
Of course, you don’t have to tell a member of the Spurs’ organization how difficult it is to repeat a championship run.
Throughout the late 90s into the mid-10s, the Spurs were perennial championship contenders. Throughout that era, they received 5 titles. It was an impressive run by any standard.
It was also a run that featured no back-to-back championships. The Spurs’ accomplishments during that time were remarkable. Still, they’ll always be remembered for their sustained success, rather than outright dominance.
With that said, the modern-day Spurs do not profile as title contenders. Sure, they’re 5-2 in the moment – read into early-season returns at your own peril.
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In all likelihood, the Spurs are still taking a hard look at the 2023 NBA draft.
Does this deal do enough to help them land in the lottery?