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Par Mathieu Seguin | Rédacteur sport
The market for guards is set to heat up in the coming weeks, and several franchises are already positioning themselves to land a reliable defensive piece. Among the names gaining traction is Nickeil Alexander-Walker. Coming off a solid season with the Timberwolves, he’s drawing interest from multiple Eastern Conference teams… as well as the Spurs.
San Antonio continues to explore opportunities to strengthen its roster around Victor Wembanyama, with a clear ambition to build a strong defensive foundation. Nickeil Alexander-Walker, who can defend multiple backcourt positions, fits the mold the Spurs are looking for. He could help fill a need in the guard rotation while bringing valuable playoff experience from his recent run with Minnesota.
@BallReportX: “According to Brett Siegel, the Bulls and Hawks are among the Eastern Conference teams seen as potential destinations for Nickeil Alexander-Walker. The Spurs have also recently expressed interest in the Timberwolves guard.”
A Key Addition for the Spurs This Summer?
Versatile, disciplined, and low-key, the Canadian guard has proven he can be a crucial piece in a competitive rotation, especially with his defensive prowess. For the Spurs, he’d offer an immediate boost—mentoring young talents like Stephon Castle or Dylan Harper, and easing some of the defensive burden off Wembanyama.
With Wembanyama anchoring the paint and a backcourt that could pressure and switch effectively, San Antonio could emerge as a defensive powerhouse in the West—building a modern game plan around versatility and effort.
Moreover, this move would align perfectly with the Spurs’ gradual build-up strategy. Instead of swinging for a blockbuster trade, the team is prioritizing undervalued, disciplined players who can thrive in a structured system. Should Alexander-Walker join San Antonio, he would bring immediate balance and competitiveness to the squad.
The only remaining question: at what cost? Alexander-Walker will be a free agent, and several teams are already eyeing him. But with their flexibility and long-term vision, the Spurs are well-positioned to make a serious run at him.
