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Welcome to San Antonio! Spurs draft two more rookies in second round of 2026 NBA Draft
By Ashley Gonzalez, Mary Rominger at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 24, 2026
· 2 min read
San Antonio, a 2026 NBA Finals participant, doesn’t have a lot of “building” to do. That’s what the last three seasons were for.On Wednesday, the San Antonio Spurs drafted Ja’Kobi Gillespie with the No. 42 pick. The guard from Tennessee is 6 feet, 183-pounds, and averaged 18.4 points per game in ...
Key takeaway The guard from Tennessee is 6 feet, 183-pounds, and averaged 18.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The Spurs' selection of Jayden Quaintance brings much-needed height to the team, and his addition will be closely watched by Terrell Hills residents who follow the team. With Quaintance on board, the Spurs now have a deeper bench, which will be crucial in the upcoming season. The team's young core, led by Victor Wembanyama, has already shown promise, and Quaintance's skills will complement theirs. As the Spurs look to build on their success, fans in Terrell Hills will be eager to see how Quaintance fits into the team's lineup and how he contributes to their overall performance. The fact that the Spurs have a strong foundation in place, with a good mix of veteran players and young talent, bodes well for their future prospects. With the new season approaching, Terrell Hills residents can expect to see an exciting brand of basketball from the Spurs, and Quaintance's addition will be a key factor in their success.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? San Antonio, a 2026 NBA Finals participant, doesn’t have a lot of “building” to do. That’s what the last three seasons were for.On Wednesday, the San Antonio Spurs drafted Ja’Kobi Gillespie with the No. 42 pick. The guard from Tennessee is 6 feet, 183-pounds, and averaged 18.4 points per game in ...
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