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San Antonio Spurs lock in Julian Champagnie and Harrison Barnes ahead of free agency
By Adam Poupko at San Antonio Current
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
A day before the NBA started its free agency period, the Spurs’ front office signed Julian Champagnie to new contract ESPN hoops contributor Shams Charania, citing unnamed sources, reported will be worth $45 million over three years. The Spurs declined Champagnie’s $3 million team option and rea...
Key takeaway A day before the NBA started its free agency period, the Spurs’ front office signed Julian Champagnie to new contract ESPN hoops contributor Shams Charania, citing unnamed sources, reported will be worth $45 million over three years.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The Spurs' move to sign Julian Champagnie to a new contract worth $45 million over three years indicates a strategic effort to retain young talent in the face of impending free agency. By declining Champagnie's $3 million team option and instead negotiating a longer-term deal, the team is demonstrating a commitment to its current roster. This decision may also impact the team's approach to the upcoming free agency period, as they will need to balance their salary cap with potential new signings. The retention of Champagnie, along with the reported agreement with Harrison Barnes, suggests that the Spurs are prioritizing continuity and stability as they head into the new season. As the free agency period unfolds, Alamo Heights residents and Spurs fans will be watching to see how these moves shape the team's roster and overall strategy.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A day before the NBA started its free agency period, the Spurs’ front office signed Julian Champagnie to new contract ESPN hoops contributor Shams Charania, citing unnamed sources, reported will be worth $45 million over three years. The Spurs declined Champagnie’s $3 million team option and rea...
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