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Southwest Notes: Harris, Mavs, Pelicans, Rockets, Grizzlies

San Antonio wasn’t the only team with interest in veteran forward Tobias Harris this offseason, but of his potential suitors, the Spurs were the one he considered the best bet to help him achieve his top remaining goal as a…

Published: Wednesday, 30 September 2026 at 3:20 PM
Southwest Notes: Harris, Mavs, Pelicans, Rockets, Grizzlies
Key Things to Know
  • Tobias Harris chose to sign with the San Antonio Spurs to pursue winning an NBA championship.
  • The Dallas Mavericks face difficult roster decisions if Dwight Powell is to make the 15-man roster.
  • New Orleans Pelicans executive Joe Dumars stated the team's objective is to reach the playoffs.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Veteran forward Tobias Harris stated that he chose to join the San Antonio Spurs because he viewed them as his best option to win an NBA championship. Spurs players De'Aaron Fox and Keldon Johnson, along with head coach Mitch Johnson, praised the arrival of the 34-year-old forward as an ideal addition to support Victor Wembanyama, Stephon Castle, and Dylan Harper.

Elsewhere in the Southwest Division, the Dallas Mavericks face difficult roster decisions regarding Dwight Powell's regular-season status. Meanwhile, New Orleans Pelicans executive Joe Dumars expressed playoff aspirations for his fully healthy team, and Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey is being eased into training camp after undergoing ankle surgery.

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