The San Antonio Spurs are at a crossroads after landing the No. 2 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. With Victor Wembanyama emerging as a generational talent, the franchise faces a pivotal decision that could shape its future for years to come. What happens next could send shockwaves through the league.
Spurs Will Look To Build Contending Team Around Victor Wembanyama
After a season derailed by Wembanyama’s injury, the Spurs are determined to accelerate their rebuild and surround their young superstar with the right pieces. Wembanyama, who averaged 24.3 points, 11 rebounds, and a league-leading 3.8 blocks per game before being sidelined by deep vein thrombosis, has already proven himself as one of the NBA’s brightest young stars.
The Spurs’ front office now holds both the No. 2 and No. 14 picks in the upcoming draft, assets that could be used to select top prospects or pursue established stars through trades.
Recent news from NBA insider Marc Spears has ignited speculation about the Spurs’ plans. The insider said on Tuesday, “I’m told that the Spurs are quite happy with the talent that’s available at number two, but they’re going to explore potentially trades as well.”
Marc Spears on the Celtics possibly making changes:
“The two teams I’m keeping an eye on for a couple of these guys perhaps is one is the Houston Rockets. And then another team is the San Antonio Spurs” pic.twitter.com/6x3QsAf5n6
— Oh No He Didn’t (@ohnohedidnt24) May 13, 2025
Spears also spoke about how it is widely believed that the Celtics will break up their team after this season due to an unsustainable payroll. The report adds that the Spurs are not alone in their ambitions to acquire some of these players from Boston. It is reported that teams like the Houston Rockets are also eyeing major moves.
The insider added, “The two teams I’m keeping an eye on for a couple of these guys (from Boston), perhaps, one is the Houston Rockets… and then another team is the San Antonio Spurs.”
This report signals the Spurs’ willingness to go all-in and build around Wembanyama rather than wait for another rookie to develop. The Spurs’ boldness is further underscored by their recent acquisition of All-Star point guard De’Aaron Fox, which shows a clear intent to compete sooner rather than later.
San Antonio Spurs’ Options – Draft Talent or Trade for Star Power
For the No. 2 pick, the Spurs can draft a top prospect like Rutgers guard Dylan Harper or make the pick a part of a trade deal with a team that will give them a star. One of the most favoured options being talked about is a potential trade for Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Analysts suggest a package might be the No. 2 pick, Rookie of the Year Stephon Castle, along with multiple future top picks. Although this partnership between Wembanyama and Giannis tickles the fancy of Spurs fans, some analysts warn that trading so much away in exchange for a 30-year-old star might not go well with Wembanyama’s long-term plans.
ESPN’s Jeremy Woo reported that the Spurs’ front office appears ready to “explore all avenues to improve its roster in the short term and will be involved in the free agent trade market for established talent. ” This aggressive strategy is rare for a team building around a third-year player but reflects the organization’s belief in Wembanyama’s ability to transform the franchise’s fortunes.
