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SAN ANTONIO (July 5, 2022)&nbsp;— The San Antonio Spurs today announced that they have signed guard Blake Wesley. Per team policy, terms of the contract were not announced.

Wesley, 6-5/185, was selected with the 25th overall pick in the first round of the 2022 NBA Draft. He played one season at University Notre Dame where he led the Fighting Irish in scoring, averaging 14.4 points to go along with 3.7 rebounds and 2.4 assists in 35 games. The South Bend native scored in double figures 28 times in 2021-22 and a posted a team-high eight games with 20+ points to finish the season with the fourth-most points (504) by a freshman in Notre Dame history. As the only true freshmen in the country with at least 450 points, 100 rebounds, 75 assists, 50 three-pointers and 40 steals, the three-time ACC Rookie of the Week was named to the 2022 ACC All-Rookie Team, 2022 All-ACC Second Team and National CBSSports/USBWA Rookie of the week (1/10/22).&nbsp;

Wesley will play for the Spurs in the NBA 2K23 Summer League in Las Vegas from July 7-17 and will wear No. 14 for the Silver and Black.

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SPURS SIGN 2022 FIRST ROUND DRAFT PICK BLAKE WESLEY

SAN ANTONIO (Aug. 11, 2021) – The San Antonio Spurs today announced that they have acquired forward Al Farouq-Aminu, forward Thaddeus Young, a future first round pick, a 2022 second round pick and a 2025 second round pick in exchange for guard DeMar DeRozan. 

Aminu, 6-9/220, split last season playing for Chicago and the Orlando Magic, averaging 4.4 points and 4.8 rebounds in 18.9 minutes. Originally selected with the eighth overall pick in the 2010 NBA Draft by the Los Angeles Clippers, the former Wake Forest Demon Deacon has played for six teams in his 11-year career. Aminu holds career averages of 7.5 points, 6.0 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 24.9 minutes over 711 total games.

Young, 6-8/235, averaged a career-high 4.3 assists to go along with 12.1 points and 6.2 rebounds in 24.3 minutes over 68 games for Chicago last season. Originally selected with the 12th overall pick in the 2007 NBA Draft by Philadelphia, the former Georgia Tech Yellow Jacket spent his first seven seasons with the 76ers. Young then spent time with Minnesota, Brooklyn and Indiana before signing with Chicago in 2019. A 14-year veteran, he has played 1,033 games with career averages of 13.1 points, 5.9 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 29.9 minutes. Young is one of six active players with career totals of at least 13,000 points, 6,000 rebounds and 1,000 steals. 

DeRozan spent three seasons with San Antonio after being acquired by the Spurs in 2018. In 206 games for the Silver and Black, DeRozan averaged 21.6 points, 5.3 rebounds and 6.2 assists in 34.3 minutes, becoming the first player in Spurs history to average at least 20.0 points, 5.0 rebounds and 5.0 assists in a season.

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SAN ANTONIO COMPLETES TRADE WITH CHICAGO

SAN ANTONIO (July 27, 2021) – Spurs Sports &amp; Entertainment today announced it is joining Tribe Gaming’s investor group. The mobile gaming giant is the leading mobile gaming esports organization in North America with over 25 million subscribers worldwide. Tribe’s powerhouse content collective garners 128 million monthly views on YouTube and their esports teams compete in five major mobile titles.

“Tribe Gaming and its founder Patrick Carney are visionaries in gaming and esports,” said Joe Donnelly, Associate Vice President of Corporate Development for SS&amp;E. “Through their innovative approach, unique culture and strategic leadership, they have transformed the mobile gaming lifestyle into a thriving business with a global fanbase. We have great respect for what they have already achieved and are excited to be a part of Tribe Gaming’s future.”

The partnership opens opportunities for cross-content collaborations, co-branded marketing efforts, talent and audience crossover and shared strategic expertise.  

Tribe Gaming was founded in 2017 by mobile gaming and content veteran Patrick “Chief Pat” Carney to drive the growth of mobile media, entertainment and esports. With mobile gaming growing at a rapid rate presently, Tribe currently features 18 of the top mobile gaming content creators and seven championship-caliber competitive esports teams. 

“Bringing SS&amp;E into the Tribe Gaming family is a massive milestone for our company,” said Carney. “With SS&amp;E having achieved decades of unparalleled success in the traditional sports world, we’re excited to leverage this partnership towards building the leading mobile gaming esports organization.”

Tribe’s other investors and strategic advisors include Charlotte Hornets All-Star Gordon Hayward, mobile gaming veteran Kristian Segerstrale, WWE wrestler Claudio Castagnoli and angel investor Victor Krahn. Tribe Gaming is based in Austin, TX, with employees located around the world. Fans can follow the Tribe on, YouTube, Twitter, Instagram or at tribegaming.gg

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SPURS SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT JOINS TRIBE GAMING’S INVESTOR GROUP

SAN ANTONIO (July 23, 2021) – The San Antonio Spurs invite fans to take part in two NBA Draft events on Thursday, July 29 – a pre-draft livestream and an NBA Draft Watch Party, both presented by AT&amp;T. The livestream will be an action-packed 30-minute show previewing the draft starting at 6:30 p.m. CDT on Spurs digital channels, including Facebook Live, Twitter, YouTube Live, the Official Spurs Mobile App and Spurs.com. Host Tina Nguyen will talk with a member of the Spurs front office about what goes on behind the scenes during the NBA Draft and will take a look back at key draft moments for players on the current roster. 

Starting at 7 p.m. CDT, Thursday July 29, fans are invited to attend an NBA Draft Watch Party at Smoke BBQ+SkyBar. The NBA Draft is set to start at 7:30 p.m. CDT and the Spurs have the 12th pick in the first round and the 41st overall selection in the second round. Seven Spurs on the current roster were drafted by the Silver and Black– Dejounte Murray, Derrick White, Lonnie Walker IV, Luka Samanic, Keldon Johnson, Devin Vassell and Tre Jones.

Fans can expect special appearances by the Coyote and DJ Quake, as well as games, prizes and giveaways throughout the evening. The official Spurs draft hat, other merchandise items and Anheuser-Busch drink specials will be available for purchase. Stick around for the post watch party entertainment featuring Smoke BBQ+SkyBar Tejano Thursdays.

For more information and to RSVP for the draft watch party, visit spurs.com/draft.

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SAN ANTONIO SPURS HOST NBA PRE-DRAFT LIVESTREAM AND  DRAFT WATCH PARTY

SAN ANTONIO (July 16, 2021) – USA Basketball today announced that San Antonio Spurs guard Keldon Johnson has been named to the 2020 U.S. Olympic Men’s Basketball roster. 

Johnson is the third player in San Antonio franchise history to be named to the U.S. Olympic team after playing for the Spurs, joining David Robinson (1992, 1996) and Tim Duncan (2004). He also becomes the 32nd player in Spurs history to suit up for San Antonio and represent their country at the Olympics. 

Originally named to the 2021 USA Basketball Select Team on July 1, Johnson participated in the national team’s training camp in Las Vegas and played in two exhibition games, averaging 5.5 points and 2.5 rebounds in appearances against Australia and Argentina.

In his sophomore season for the Spurs, Johnson averaged 12.8 points and 6.0 rebounds in 28.5 minutes in being named to the 2021 NBA Rising Stars Roster. He became the first player in his first two seasons to average at least 12.0 points and 6.0 rebounds since Duncan in 1998-99. 

Added alongside Nuggets center Javale McGee, Johnson joins previously announced U.S. Olympic Team 2020 members Bam Adebayo (Miami Heat),  Devin Booker (Phoenix Suns), Kevin Durant (Brooklyn Nets), Jerami Grant (Detroit Pistons), Draymond Green (Golden State Warriors), Jrue Holiday (Milwaukee Bucks), Zach LaVine (Chicago Bulls), Damian Lillard (Portland Trail Blazers), Khris Middleton (Milwaukee Bucks) and Jayson Tatum (Boston Celtics). 

Team USA, which is coached by Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich, will compete in the Summer Olympic Games from July 23 through Aug. 8 in Tokyo, Japan.

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KELDON JOHNSON NAMED TO 2020 U.S. OLYMPIC MEN’S BASKETBALL TEAM

SAN ANTONIO (July 12, 2021) – The AT&amp;T Center today announced it will open its facility to offer one-of-a-kind event spaces for private and corporate events. Home to the San Antonio Spurs, the new event spaces are unlike any others available in the area. 

The options include the Spurs basketball homecourt, which can be set up for private VIP dinners or social events, or the arena floor can be converted for other events such as galas and fundraisers. La Gloria and Burgerteca offer vibrant spaces featuring culinary fan-favorites from renowned Chef Johnny Hernandez. Other spaces include the Bud Light Courtyard, H-E-B Fan Zone and exterior patios, SWBC Terrace Club Restaurant, Rock &amp; Brews, terrace level business centers and suites, the east main entrance and outdoor grounds. 

The space options flex to accommodate intimate groups of 20 to large-scale experiences for over 2,000 people. Visit attcenter.comfor information on how to reserve space for red carpet galas, holiday parties, business meetings, conventions, small events and much more.

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AT&T CENTER OPENS ONE-OF-A-KIND EVENT SPACES FOR  PRIVATE AND CORPORATE EVENTS

NEW YORK, June 22, 2021 – The Detroit Pistons tonight won NBA Draft Lottery 2021 presented by State Farm®, which was conducted at the NBA office in Secaucus, New Jersey.  The Pistons will have the first overall pick in NBA Draft 2021 presented by State Farm, which will be held on Thursday, July 29.

Below are the results from NBA Draft Lottery 2021 presented by State Farm: 

7.         Golden State (from Minnesota)

8.         Orlando (from Chicago)

Below is the order for the remainder of the first round for NBA Draft 2021 presented by State Farm:

16.       Oklahoma City (from Boston)

18.       Oklahoma City (from Miami via the LA Clippers, Philadelphia, and Phoenix) 

Below is the order for the complete second round for NBA Draft 2021 presented by State Farm:

32.       New York (from Detroit via the LA Clippers and Philadelphia)

35.       New Orleans (from Cleveland via Atlanta)

36.       Oklahoma City (from Minnesota via Golden State)

37.       Detroit (from Toronto via Brooklyn)

38.       Chicago (from New Orleans)1

40.       New Orleans (from Chicago)1

42.       Detroit (from Charlotte via New York)

43.       New Orleans (from Washington via Milwaukee, Cleveland, and Utah)

46.       Toronto (from Memphis via Sacramento)

47.       Toronto (from Golden State via Utah and New Orleans)

48.       Atlanta (from Miami via Sacramento and Portland)

50.       Philadelphia (from New York)

51.       Memphis (from Portland via Dallas, Detroit, and Cleveland)

52.       Detroit (from Los Angeles Lakers via Sacramento, Houston, and Detroit)

53.       New Orleans (from Dallas)

54.       Indiana (from Milwaukee via Houston and Cleveland)

55.       Oklahoma City (from Denver via Golden State and Philadelphia)

56.       Charlotte (from LA Clippers)

57.       Charlotte (from Brooklyn)

58.       New York (from Philadelphia)

1 Order assumes that Chicago exercises its right to swap the #40 pick for the #38 pick.

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SPURS SET FOR 12TH PICK IN 2021 NBA DRAFT

SAN ANTONIO (May 7, 2021) – The San Antonio Spurs and USAA are teaming up for Military Appreciation Night Monday, May 10, as the Spurs host the Milwaukee Bucks. Presented by USAA, this tradition spanning more than a decade honors our local military community, including active duty, National Guard and reserve and retired servicemembers and their families. 

All week, local service members have been nominated by fans and honored during Spurs game broadcasts through USAA’s “Salute Spotlights.” During the game on Monday, military members will continue to be recognized throughout the night for their service and sacrifice through special in-game moments. On May 10, USAA members and fans with a military ID can receive $5 parking in Lot 4 at the gate, until space is full and 15% off in the Spurs Fan Shop at the AT&amp;T Center. The Spurs and USAA have also provided 230 complimentary game tickets to military members and their families. This is all part of the more than decade long commitment to honor the military community by the Spurs and their official military appreciation partner, USAA.

USAA and the Spurs also joined with Wish for Our Heroes and Operation Supply Drop (OSD) to support military members off the court. 

San Antonio Family Receives $10,000 Wish 

Through Wish for Our Heroes, USAA and the Spurs teamed up to grant a wish to a San Antonio military family in need. Spurs player Keldon Johnson surprised the Watson family during a video session with the news of a $10,000 gift and invited them to the May 10, Spurs vs. Milwaukee game. 

The wish was granted posthumously to SSG David Watson, a cancer survivor, who later contracted COVID-19 and passed away due to complications in November 2020. His wife Adrianna Watson and their four children received the gift on his behalf as a show of gratitude for his service and their commitment as a military family.

“We are forever indebted to SSG Watson and the other men and women who valiantly serve and protect our country,” said Eric Engquist, USAA vice president of brand management and U.S. Army veteran. “Adrianna Watson and their children endured so many hardships this past year. While no gift can ever suffice, we hope this wish makes them feel loved and supported by everyone in our community.”  

With support from OSD, USAA and the Spurs are sending care boxes to servicemembers abroad. The supply drop includes up to eight boxes. Each box is packed with two gaming consoles, the latest video games, 12 tabletop games, 40 pounds of coffee, beef jerky from Anthem Snacks and USAA and Spurs keepsakes. 

You can find out more about the Spurs and USAA’s military appreciation efforts and special benefits for USAA members and the military community by visiting Spurs.com/Salute.

Wish for Our Heroes is dedicated to helping the men and women who selflessly serve our nation and their families. They grant wishes to help provide for basics needs, such as putting food on the table to assisting with repairs, baby supplies, clothing, etc. When basic needs are met, they enjoy providing fun experiences, like sending the troops to athletic events. Visit wishforourheroes.org for more information. 

Since 2010, OSD’s veteran support ecosystem has impacted over 1,000,000 veterans, active military and family members through award-winning programs emphasizing social connectivity, professional development and community service. Learn more at weareosd.org.

Founded in 1922 by a group of military officers, USAA is among the leading providers of insurance, banking and investment and retirement solutions to more than 13 million members of the U.S. military, veterans who have honorably served and their families. Headquartered in San Antonio, Tex., USAA has offices in seven U.S. cities and three overseas locations and employs approximately 36,000 people worldwide. Each year, the company contributes to national and local nonprofits in support of military families and communities where employees live and work. For more information about USAA, follow us on Facebook or Twitter (@USAA), or visit usaa.com.

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SPURS SIGN 2022 FIRST ROUND DRAFT PICK BLAKE WESLEY

SAN ANTONIO COMPLETES TRADE WITH CHICAGO

SPURS SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT JOINS TRIBE GAMING’S INVESTOR GROUP

SAN ANTONIO SPURS HOST NBA PRE-DRAFT LIVESTREAM AND DRAFT WATCH PARTY

KELDON JOHNSON NAMED TO 2020 U.S. OLYMPIC MEN’S BASKETBALL TEAM

AT&T CENTER OPENS ONE-OF-A-KIND EVENT SPACES FOR PRIVATE AND CORPORATE EVENTS

SPURS SET FOR 12TH PICK IN 2021 NBA DRAFT

USAA AND SAN ANTONIO SPURS PARTNER TO HONOR SERVICEMEMBERS THROUGH MILITARY APPRECIATION NIGHT