The Spurs got to the Finals last season mostly on the strength of their core players. It’s typically how things go for contenders, since they are not expected to field a deep rotation as the playoff rounds go on. The…
Keldon Johnson faced a reduced role during the San Antonio Spurs' run through the Conference Finals and NBA Finals. Despite winning the Sixth Man of the Year award, Johnson played under 20 minutes per game in both series and struggled when attacking the basket against playoff competition.
Johnson shot 46 percent in the restricted area during the postseason, down significantly from 65 percent in the regular season. While eligible for a contract extension, he has not received an offer as the Spurs monitor salary cap flexibility and see increased production from rookie Dylan Harper.
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