The San Antonio Spurs are reportedly making waves with a bold move to acquire Sacramento Kings star point guard De’Aaron Fox, in what could become one of the most talked-about trades of the NBA offseason. The rumored deal would pair Fox with the Spurs’ rising franchise centerpiece, Victor Wembanyama, indicating that San Antonio is serious about fast-tracking their rebuild and making a return to playoff contention in the near future.
Fox, a dynamic and explosive guard, has been a key piece for Sacramento since being drafted fifth overall in 2017. This season, he’s been putting up strong numbers — averaging 25.1 points, 6.2 assists, and 5.0 rebounds per game — but despite his consistent performance, Fox has yet to agree to a contract extension with the Kings. This has led Sacramento’s front office to begin exploring potential trade scenarios to avoid the risk of losing him in free agency without getting anything in return.
According to several sources, the Spurs have emerged as a frontrunner in the sweepstakes for Fox, with reports stating that there is mutual interest between the team and the player. San Antonio is uniquely positioned to make such a move, owning an impressive stockpile of draft capital — 12 first-round picks over the next seven years — along with several promising young assets. This combination gives them the flexibility to build an enticing offer for Sacramento.
One trade proposal reportedly on the table involves the Spurs sending guard Devin Vassell, veteran Chris Paul, and multiple draft picks to Sacramento. However, there is also speculation that San Antonio is unwilling to part with their recent lottery pick, rookie Stephon Castle, who they view as a crucial long-term piece alongside Wembanyama.
Should this blockbuster trade come to fruition, it would represent a major shift for both franchises. For San Antonio, adding Fox would bring in a proven scorer and floor general, giving them a much-needed offensive spark and a player capable of taking pressure off Wembanyama. While nothing has been finalized yet, the ongoing discussions show that the Spurs are committed to building a competitive core — one that could soon reestablish their place among the Western Conference’s elite teams.
