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Toppling the Knicks will require more than just elite depth from the Spurs

Although the San Antonio Spurs have arguably the deepest team in the NBA, depth will only get them so far if they hope to knock off the New York Knicks.

Published: Thursday, 24 September 2026 at 6:00 PM
Toppling the Knicks will require more than just elite depth from the Spurs
Key Things to Know
  • The San Antonio Spurs added Tobias Harris, Jayden Quaintance, and Tarris Reed Jr. to bolster their frontcourt depth.
  • Tobias Harris offers another starting option at power forward alongside Julian Champagnie.
  • Harrison Barnes is expected to move down to third on the depth chart following recent frontcourt additions.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The San Antonio Spurs overhauled their frontcourt during the summer to strengthen their roster depth ahead of a potential rematch against the New York Knicks. Key additions include Tobias Harris, Jayden Quaintance, and Tarris Reed Jr., giving the team further versatility across the frontcourt positions as they aim to return to the NBA Finals.

Tobias Harris provides another starting option alongside Julian Champagnie, moving veteran Harrison Barnes down the depth chart. Despite the improved depth, the report notes San Antonio's previous Finals defeat stemmed from star struggles, including a difficult Game 4 fourth quarter from De'Aaron Fox alongside Victor Wembanyama.

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