NBA – Spurs lose out on Kevin Durant, the clarification after the failure

Par Mathieu Seguin | Rédacteur sport

The Kevin Durant saga didn’t last long in San Antonio. Long viewed as a top contender to land the superstar, the Spurs have ultimately refused to meet Phoenix’s steep demands.

Despite showing clear interest in KD, San Antonio’s front office stuck to its philosophy: build around Victor Wembanyama without jeopardizing the franchise’s future. While not all fans may agree with this approach, the Spurs believe they made the right call. As a result, Durant is now heading to the Rockets.

Over the past few weeks, San Antonio did submit an offer to the Suns but never crossed a self-imposed threshold deemed reasonable. The front office remains confident that its focus must stay on developing a young core featuring Stephon Castle, De’Aaron Fox, and likely Dylan Harper—projected to be the No. 2 pick in the upcoming draft. This foursome represents the long-term vision, aiming for sustained success later this decade.

Spurs Officially Out on Kevin Durant

@DonHarris4 : The Spurs long-term vision is to be competitive for Championships in Wemby’s prime. He is still just 21 years old. History shows, any great players prime window is between 25-32. The average age of an NBA MVP is 27. Duncan won his back to back at age 26. KD wasn’t going to get the Spurs over the hump in the next 3 years. Wemby, Fox, Harper, Castle will contend for championships in about 2028 and forward. Taking big steps each season along the way.

This quote captures the Spurs’ patient, strategic approach. While opting not to overpay for KD may disappoint some fans, the move reflects a long-term commitment to stability and growth. Instead of trading away young assets or valuable picks, the Spurs are holding firm—saving their chips for a future opportunity, possibly a younger superstar.

Over time, this vision could prove magnetic to top talent seeking a stable, ascending team. San Antonio isn’t interested in flashy, short-term moves; they’re building a dynasty centered on Wembanyama. In a league where urgency often rules, the Spurs are betting on patience, consistency, and long-term planning—principles that once brought them to the top.

For now, the Spurs will look to maximize the 2025 draft to round out what could become a formidable Big Four. And while Kevin Durant won’t be coming to Texas, that doesn’t mean San Antonio will be quiet on the trade market. The goal remains unchanged: build a team that can win multiple championships in the Wembanyama era.