San Antonio Spurs Confirm Julian Champagnie’s Contract for 2025-26
The San Antonio Spurs have made a significant roster decision, guaranteeing the salary of forward Julian Champagnie for the 2025-26 season. Champagnie, who has spent parts of the last three seasons with the Spurs, concluded the previous year with averages of 9.9 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game, while shooting 41.5% from the field and 37.1% from beyond the arc over 82 games.
According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, the Spurs will honor Champagnie’s contract, which is valued at $3 million. Scotto reported, “Just In: The San Antonio Spurs will fully guarantee the $3 million salary of Julian Champagnie for the 2025-26 season, sources told @hoopshype.” This marks a considerable commitment to a player who managed to appear in all 82 games during the last season, showcasing his durability and reliability on the court.
Champagnie’s performance has been notable, contributing not only in scoring but also in overall play. Over three seasons with the Spurs and the Philadelphia 76ers, he has averaged 8.6 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game, with shooting percentages of 41.7% from the field and 37.2% from three-point range in a total of 173 games.
Spurs’ Young Roster and Recent Performance
The Spurs are currently in a rebuilding phase, having wrapped up the last season with a 34-48 record, finishing as the 13th seed in the Western Conference. They missed out on the 2025 NBA playoffs and the play-in tournament, a disappointing outcome for a franchise historically known for its success. The last time the Spurs qualified for the playoffs was during the 2019 season when DeMar DeRozan was still part of the team.
Looking ahead, the Spurs feature a promising array of young talent, including players like Dylan Harper, Victor Wembanyama, and Keldon Johnson. The commitment to Champagnie suggests that the team is focused on developing its roster with players who have shown potential and resilience.
As the Spurs prepare for the upcoming season, the decision to guarantee Champagnie’s contract underscores their strategy to build around youthful players with a mix of skill and determination, aiming to return to their former glory in the competitive landscape of the NBA.
