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San Antonio Spurs select Kentucky’s Jayden Quaintance with No. 20 pick in 2026 NBA Draft
By Joseph Rowe at FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
The San Antonio Spurs have selected high-upside Kentucky big man Jayden Quaintance with the 20th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft to pair with franchise star Victor Wembanyama.
Why this matters in Westlake News
The San Antonio Spurs' selection of Jayden Quaintance in the 2026 NBA Draft may have implications for basketball fans in the West Lake Hills area, who often follow the Spurs as their closest NBA team. With the addition of Quaintance to the roster, the Spurs may be poised to make a stronger push in the Western Conference, potentially leading to increased interest and viewership in the Austin area. As the Spurs look to pair Quaintance with Victor Wembanyama, local fans will be watching to see how this new duo develops and whether it can bring a championship to the region. The Spurs' performance will likely be closely followed by fans in West Lake Hills, who will be eager to see if the team's new additions can lead to success on the court.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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