Spurs Notes: Arena, Sochan, Waters, Olynyk, Castle
The Spurs made notable progress toward establishing a new downtown arena in San Antonio. Voters in Bexar County, Texas, approved a measure to allocate up to $311 million from venue taxes for the project, according to Tim Reynolds of The Associated Press. Despite opposition from some local lawmakers and advocacy groups, approximately 52% of voters supported the measure.
The Spurs have committed to contributing at least $500 million to the arena’s construction, with about $489 million expected from the city. The total proposed budget for the arena is $1.3 billion. The project is in its early phases, and no construction timeline has been announced. The Spurs’ current lease at Frost Bank Center lasts until 2032.
Team and Player Updates
- Stephon Castle is seen as a key player to keep on the team.
- The core trio includes Wemby and Harper alongside Castle.
- Vassel provides valuable 3-and-D skills as a role player.
- Fox might be considered for trade, potentially adding value along with the Atlanta draft pick.
“Castle is a keeper. Wemby and Harper round out that trio of a nucleus. Vassel is a perfect role player with 3 & D skills. Fox can be trade bait if they choose to do so, and the Atlanta draft pick may be the icing on the cake.”
Summary
The Spurs secured voter approval to fund a new $1.3 billion downtown arena, while solidifying a promising team core featuring Stephon Castle, Wemby, Harper, and versatile role players.