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This is a low-risk veteran depth move, not an NFL transaction at all. Five headlines confirm a short-term NBA 10-day deal for a journeyman center. The key signal is 'remainder of season' language, suggesting a stopgap role only. Spurs fans see this as a minor roster-fill move with minimal playoff implications. Plumlee provides experienced big-man depth but won't meaningfully alter San Antonio's trajectory.
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The San Antonio Spurs absolutely nailed this signing, landing Mason Plumlee on a veteran minimum deal that earns an A+ CVI grade. At just $0.6M AAV, the Spurs are getting a proven NBA center who brings championship experience, defensive versatility, and veteran leadership to a young core built around Victor Wembanyama. This is the type of shrewd roster construction that championship-contending teams execute — acquiring a solid starter-caliber big man for pennies on the dollar while preserving maximum cap flexibility for future moves. Plumlee's ability to protect the rim, facilitate from the high post, and mentor Wembanyama makes this deal invaluable beyond the modest financial commitment. The contract also creates significant trade value down the line, as contending teams always covet playoff-tested centers on minimum salaries. San Antonio continues to demonstrate elite front office execution, adding meaningful talent without compromising their long-term financial flexibility as they build around their franchise cornerstone.
Contract Details
- AAV
- $594K
Transaction Info
- Type
- Signing
- Date
- Feb 27, 2026
- Season
- 2025-26
Signed F Mason Plumlee to a rest-of-season contract.
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About this NBA transaction
The San Antonio Spurs signed Mason Plumlee (F) on February 27, 2026. FanVerdicts grades every reported NBA transaction across three dimensions independently: Contract Value Index measures the deal's value relative to expected production, Sentiment measures media and fan reaction, and Fan Verdict aggregates community voting on this page. Current grades for this move: Contract Value Index C+, Sentiment C, Fan Verdict pending.
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