The Spurs’ next challenge is finding a new starting point guard

July 4, 2022 World Sports

The Spurs made a huge move this offseason by trading away Dejounte Murray. It was a transaction made with eyes on the future, and it could pay off greatly, but it also had some repercussions in the present, as it left San Antonio without a starting point guard for the first time in years.

While the franchise is rightfully thinking past next season in this new path its embarked on, the front office will have to make a big decision in the next few weeks by choosing between two options when it comes to filling the lead guard role, each with their own positives and drawbacks.

There’s no need for another big move. The Spurs could simply decide to guarantee Tre Jones’ contract and stay put. Jones could be the starter and the rest of the ball handling and playmaking duty could be split between Josh Primo, Blake Wesley and Malaki Branham. It’s what seems to make the most sense, since competing doesn’t appear to be the biggest priority right now.