NBA Preseason 2024-25: Spurs Schedule, H2H, Depth Chart & More

After the rollercoaster ride of the 2023-24 season, the San Antonio Spurs are back this season. Hopes grew after the highly anticipated arrival of rookie Victor Wembanyama, following in the footsteps of legends like Tim Duncan and David Robinson. Despite, this they ended their last season in the 57th overall and 48th in the NBA.

The season began with a promising 3-2 record, but things quickly unraveled. After losing 18 games, the franchise left their fans disheartened and searching for answers. Despite, Wembanyama's standout performances, the Spurs found themselves out of playoff contention for the fifth straight year after a March 7 loss to the Sacramento Kings. However, with the lessons learned from the past and acquiring new talents, the Spurs are ready with a fresh start for the 2024-24 season.

Preseason Schedule Get ready for an action-packed preseason as the Spurs face off against some exciting opponents before the regular season. Here are the key dates, venues, opponents, and times as per the NBA.

Date and Day Opponents Time (CT)Monday, October 7Oklahoma City 7:00 pmFrost Bank CenterWednesday, October 9Orlando Magic7:00 pmFrost Bank CenterSaturday, October 12Utah Jazz7:00 pmFrost Bank CenterTuesday, October 15 Miami Heat6:30 pmKaseya CenterThursday, October Houston Rockets7:00 pmToyota Center These games will be critical for the team to build chemistry and fine-tune their strategies before the season opener.

San Antonio Spurs 2024-25 roster: The Spurs' roster for the upcoming season features a dynamic blend of emerging talent and seasoned veterans, poised to make a significant impact on the court. With stars like Victor Wembanyama leading the charge alongside key additions like Chris Paul, the team is set to compete at a higher level this year.

Zach Collins Power ForwardGonzagaBrandon Boston Jr.Guard/ForwardKentuckyMalachi FlynnPoint GuardWashington State, San Diego StateHarrison IngramSmall ForwardStanford, UNCDavid Duke Jr.Shooting GuardProvidenceSandro MamukelashviliPower ForwardSeton HallCharles BasseyCenterWestern KentuckyRiley MinixSmall ForwardSoutheastern University, Morehead State UniversityChris PaulPoint GuardWake ForestStephon CastlePoint GuardUConnBlake WesleyShooting GuardNotre DameDevin VassellShooting GuardFlorida StateSidy CissokoSmall Forward–Tre JonesPoint GuardDukeJulian ChampagnieSmall ForwardSt. John'sHarrison BarnesSmall ForwardUNCVictor WembanyamaPower Forward–Keldon JohnsonPower Forward/Small ForwardKentuckyMalaki BranhamShooting GuardOhio StateJeremy SochanPower ForwardBaylor Spurs 2024-25 Depth Chart: Explore how the Spurs' depth chart showcases a well-rounded lineup, highlighting both established players and promising newcomers.

– (DD) indicates players with dual designations or multiple roles.

Offseason Changes: By signing Chris Paul to a $12 million, one-year contract, the Spurs made a significant acquisition. Paul's exceptional playmaking skills earned him the second spot in the league, boasting a remarkable 5.17 assist-to-turnover ratio. The team aimed to solve their turnover problems by acquiring this player, which caused them to rank 24th in that category during the 2023-24 season. The Spurs would see significant advantages from his leadership, both on and off the court, as they nurture their young players.

The trade involving DeMar DeRozan resulted in Barnes joining the team, strengthening their experience. By adding both Paul and Barnes to the roster, the Spurs aimed to create a winning culture to mentor their younger players in the NBA.

The Spurs didn't stop at just veteran signings. Their draft pick, Stephon Castle, made waves by signing a four-year, $41.4 million contract. The Spurs saw the young guard as a valuable addition to their future plans, enhancing the backcourt with depth and talent. In addition, the team brought Juan Nunez and Harrison Ingram in the second round, strengthening their roster with promising young talent.

Perhaps one of the most strategic moves was acquiring the right to swap first-round picks with Sacramento in 2031. This not only added a valuable asset to their stockpile but also signified the Spurs' long-term vision. With 10 tradable first-round picks over the next seven years, including unprotected picks from Atlanta in 2025 and 2027, the Spurs were well-positioned to make impactful moves in the future.