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San Antonio Spurs lock in Julian Champagnie and Harrison Barnes ahead of free agency
By Adam Poupko at San Antonio Current (alt-weekly)
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
A day before the NBA started its free agency period, the Spurs’ front office signed Julian Champagnie to new contract ESPN hoops contributor Shams Charania, citing unnamed sources, reported will be worth $45 million over three years. The Spurs declined Champagnie’s $3 million team option and rea...
Key takeaway A day before the NBA started its free agency period, the Spurs’ front office signed Julian Champagnie to new contract ESPN hoops contributor Shams Charania, citing unnamed sources, reported will be worth $45 million over three years.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The Spurs' move to secure Julian Champagnie and Harrison Barnes ahead of free agency has significant implications for the team's roster stability and fan expectations in Terrell Hills and the broader San Antonio area. With Champagnie's new three-year contract worth $45 million, the team is making a substantial investment in the young player's potential. This decision may also impact the team's approach to upcoming free agency negotiations, as they balance roster needs with salary cap constraints. For local fans, the retention of Champagnie and Barnes provides a sense of continuity and optimism heading into the new season, and will likely be a topic of discussion at community gatherings and watch parties throughout Terrell Hills. As the free agency period unfolds, Spurs enthusiasts in the area will be watching closely to see how the team's front office navigates the market to build a competitive roster.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current (alt-weekly) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A day before the NBA started its free agency period, the Spurs’ front office signed Julian Champagnie to new contract ESPN hoops contributor Shams Charania, citing unnamed sources, reported will be worth $45 million over three years. The Spurs declined Champagnie’s $3 million team option and rea...
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