Joining the San Antonio Spurs fresh off an NCAA title will be an adjustment for Stephon Castle, but with his winning background, he's well-positioned to be a pivotal piece in the young team's rebuilding effort.
Stephon Castle hugged Cam Spencer the night his UConn Huskies won the 2024 NCAA Championship in the same way Victor Wembanyama hugged Devin Vassell after snapping an 18-game losing streak in mid-December.
The embrace Wembanyama and Vassell shared at mid-court inside Frost Bank Center was nowhere near as momentous. The incoming rookie didn't have a chance to be directly under Popovich right away. At Summer League, Spurs video coordinator Kenny Trevino took the helm of the Silver & Black and gave Castle his first exposure to NBA basketball, albeit a small dose.
But in San Antonio? Chris Paul is joining the fold, but only for one season. After that — assuming the plan goes accordingly — offensive facilitation will be left in the hands of Castle.Jul 13, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Sidy Cissoko celebrates with San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle after scoring against the Portland Trail Blazers during the second quarter at Thomas & Mack Center. / Stephen R.
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