ESPN: Veteran Forward Tobias Harris Inks 2-Year Deal with San Antonio Spurs
The veteran forward leaves Detroit after averaging 13.5 points in 136 games during his second stint with the team.
- On Wednesday, veteran forward Tobias Harris signed a 2-year, $31 million contract with the San Antonio Spurs, joining the Western Conference team after two seasons with the Detroit Pistons.
- The Detroit Pistons shifted their roster strategy by signing forward John Collins to a 3-year, $51 million contract, replacing Harris after he helped lead the franchise turnaround.
- Coach J.B. Bickerstaff previously called the 15-year veteran his 'safety blanket,' while Harris brings size at 6-foot-8 and around 230 pounds with reliable production at power forward.
- San Antonio prioritized shorter commitments, avoiding contracts exceeding two years, effectively ending speculation about pursuing free agent LeBron James in the offseason.
- Harris's contract expires as extensions for guard Stephon Castle, guard De'Aaron Fox, and center Victor Wembanyama kick in, aligning with the Spurs' long-term salary planning.
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Tobias Harris leaves Pistons for $31 million Spurs contract
The Spurs are bolstering their depth on the wing. San Antonio and forward Tobias Harris agreed to a two-year, $31 million contract on Wednesday, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania, adding a veteran presence to its young roster after falling short in the NBA Finals.
Report: Spurs add veteran Tobias Harris on 2-year deal
The San Antonio Spurs signed free-agent veteran forward Tobias Harris to a two-year, $31 million contract on Wednesday, according to an ESPN report.Harris, 33, is entering his 16th NBA season. He spent the last two seasons in a second stint with the Detroit Pistons, contributing to their first two playoff appearances since 2019, including the Eastern Conference's top seed this past season.He averaged 13.3 points, 5.1 rebounds and 2.5 assists in …
Detroit's winger-strong will embark on two seasons at the NBA vice-champions.
Why the Spurs Should Be Thrilled They Signed Tobias Harris
The veteran forward brings size, shooting, and two-way versatility on a reasonable contract for both him and the Spurs. Will Harris start over Julian Champagnie? And does this slam the door on the possibility of LeBron in San Antonio?
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