Fox renews its contract for 229 million for 4 years! The Spurs create a talented four-man: Do you see the rise of the Thunder?

On August 5, according to the famous reporter Charane, Spurs star Fox has agreed to renew his contract with the team for a four-year maximum salary contract worth $229 million in advance, which will ensure that Fox plays with the Spurs until the 2029-30 season. The Spurs' long-term appointment to retain Fox means that the team plans to use him as the second leader of the team and strive to create a combination of Vinban Yama and Fox. With two potential new stars Castle and rookie Dylan Harper, the Spurs have already had a main framework for re-emerging. It's time for the Spurs to launch a rush into the playoffs.

Fox's contract is higher than expected, after NBA reporter Brett Segal reported that Fox's contract is expected to be between $205 million and $210 million. As a result, Fox's contract renewal reached a maximum of $229 million. Some fans think Fox's contract is too high. However, for the Spurs, it is necessary to spend more money to retain such an All-Star defender for a long time. Objectively speaking, the Spurs are small-market teams. If they want to introduce big-name stars, it is not as convenient as big-market teams such as the Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Clippers, Golden State Warriors, Miami Heat, New York Knicks and Brooklyn Nets. Now that he has obtained an All-Star point guard in his year of playing, he has to be trapped for a long time at all costs.

Moreover, Fox is a player who can change the game. Fox's current strength is currently among the top 25 to 30 players in the league. Fox averaged 25.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, 6.1 assists and 1.5 steals per game with the Kings last season, shooting 46.9% from the field, 32.2% from three-point shooting percentage and 82.9% from free throw percentage. He played 17 games for the Spurs, averaging 19.7 points, 4.3 rebounds, 6.8 assists and 1.5 steals per game, shooting 44.6% from the field, 27.4% from three-pointers, and 81.9% from free throws. However, during Fox's play for the Spurs, he was troubled by a tear of a pinky tendon injury, so this is not his true level.

Fox will undoubtedly be the core of the Spurs' backcourt. After renewing the contract, Fox specifically greeted Spurs fans through social media: "Hello everyone, Spurs fans! I just signed the contract extension. I mean, I am ready to come here, I am ready to start working, and I am trying to hang more banners. Come on, Spurs!"

The Spurs have not entered the playoffs for six consecutive seasons, and this team has entered the playoffs for 22 consecutive seasons. In the post-GDP era, the Spurs need to create new combinations, and now their prototypes have emerged, namely Vinbanyama, Fox, Castle and Dylan Harper. The Spurs have accumulated enough talented young people, and what they need now is to push them to grow up as soon as possible. The Thunder Youth Army is the best role model for the Spurs. Wenban Yama has super talent. Last season, he averaged 24.3 points, 11.0 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 3.8 blocks and 1.1 steals, with a shooting percentage of 47.6%, a three-point shooting percentage of 35.2%, and a free throw shooting percentage of 83.6%. In addition to assists and steals, his other data have improved compared to the rookie season.

Wenban Yama has recovered from the blood clot disease and returned to the court to train. Next season we can see the resurrected Venban Yama with full blood. The Spurs hope that Vinban Yama will become a player like Duncan. Fox may be the Spurs' new Tony Parker, or even the upgraded version of Parker. Who will play Ginobili, Castle or Harper? This is not important. What is important is that both of them are very talented and can become good helpers for Wenban Yama in the future.

20-year-old Castle was the No. 4 pick in 2024. As a wing player with a height of 1.98 meters, he averaged 14.7 points, 3.7 rebounds, 4.1 assists and 0.9 steals last season, shooting percentage of 42.8%, three-point shooting percentage of 28.5%, and free throw shooting percentage of 72.4%. Castle won the Best Rookie Honor last season, was selected for the Best Rookie First Team, and also won the All-Star Rookie MVP.

19-year-old Dylan Harper was the second pick in 2025. In the 2024-25 season, Dylan Harper played 29 games for Rutgers University, averaging 32.9 minutes per game, scoring 19.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, 4 assists, 1.4 steals, 0.6 blocks and 2.4 turnovers, shooting percentage of 48.4%, three-point shooting percentage of 33.3%, and free throw shooting percentage of 75%.

Dylan Harper is the son of celebrity Ron Harper and inherited his father's athletic talent. He is expected to partner with Fox in the backcourt in the new season, while Castle plays as a small forward. Wenban Yama occupies an inside position. The Spurs have taken another solid step from their resurgence.