San Antonio Spurs likely to trade De’Aaron Fox

Point guard De’Aaron Fox drew heavy criticism after the Spurs’ loss in the NBA Finals, averaging just 12.8 points on 34.3% shooting and 25% from three‑point range. His four‑year, $221.7 million contract begins this offseason, and analysts argue the deal has become a financial burden for San Antonio.

Sports journalists note that the Spurs have publicly discouraged trade rumors while privately indicating that Fox’s ankle injury and recent inefficiency have lowered his market value. CBS’s Sam Quinn wrote, “Don’t act surprised to see Fox on this list… Fox is on a 30% max contract that frankly looks like negative value as is.” The team’s roster now includes younger guards Dylan Harper and Stephon Castle, as well as rookie Victor Wembanyama, leaving limited cap space and prompting speculation that any trade may require additional assets such as draft picks.

The Spurs have also signed other wing players this summer, but Fox’s future with the franchise remains uncertain as the front office evaluates options ahead of the salary‑cap deadline.