6 Former Spurs that are still available on the free agent market

It was no secret that San Antonio Spurs fans were waiting for the team to a make a big-name signing in free agency this offseason. Though it looks like Gregg Popovich and the front office missed out on snagging a superstar to place alongside Victor Wembanyama, there are several former Spurs that are still available who could provide this young squad with valuable veteran leadership.

1.) Gorgui Dieng

The Spurs renounced the free agent rights to Dieng earlier this week after lackluster production from the seven-footer in his second stint with the team. Regardless of his declining per-game numbers, he made an undeniable impact in the locker room as a reliable veteran presence for one of the youngest teams in the NBA.

Dieng was loved among fans, and at 33 years old, his leadership and expereince could come in handy for a ball club that is still managing a rebuild. Even if the Spurs can't find a roster spot for him, perhaps they can convince him to take on an assistant role at the end of the bench, where he can spready his knowledge of the game.

2.) Boban Marjanovic

Speaking of a former fan favorite, there might not be a better cultural fit for San Antonio than Boban Marjanovic. Although he only spent one season with the Spurs to start his NBA career, no one could ever forget how the AT&T Center crowd cheered for him to check into the game every time the Silver and Black were blowing out an opponent.

Standing 7-foot-4 and weighing 290 pounds, Marjanovic would join a team that has Zach Collins as its most experienced center. Charles Bassey and Sandro Mamukelashvili displayed interesting skills last season, but the 34-year-old Serbian could help San Antonio establish more depth at the position while giving fans another reason to smile.

3.) Juancho Hernangomez

Juancho Hernangomez only suited up in five games for San Antonio in 2022 before they rerouted him to the Jazz at the trade deadline. Although there is no real connection between him and the Spurs, he is still young enough to fit their timeline and offer this team some much-needed and frontcourt depth and three-point shooting.

The talented Spaniard will likely head back overseas to sign with a EuroLeague powerhouse if he can't find a new home in the NBA, but the Spurs could give him one more chance to prove himself. Juancho must find a way to replicate his production from the 2018-19 season if he hopes to carve out a role in San Antonio.

4.) Stanley Johnson

The Spurs waived Stanley Johnson last season to create more opportunities for younger players to get on the court, but that doesn't mean they can't find a place for him this summer. He made the most of his limited minutes during his 30-game stint in San Antonio, shooting over 50% from the floor and 45% from beyond the arc.

Johnson is still transitioning from the expectations of a lottery pick to the life of a role player, and he was productive for the Spurs and Lakers in each of his last two stops in the NBA. At just 27 years old, the Stanimal is bound to earn another shot in the league. There are several franchises that could use a combo forward with his white-hot motor.

5.) Danny Green

Everyone was sad to see Danny Green leave the 2-1-0 when the Spurs were forced to include him in the infamous Kawhi Leonard trade, and fans would be thrilled to have the veteran sharpshooter back in San Antonio. He was instrumental to the 2014 championship team, and he secured two more titles after going back-to-back with the Raptors and Lakers.

Though the quality of his play has slipped over the last couple of seasons due to age and injuries, the 36-year-old could be the perfect mentor to help this young core understand the dedication and work it takes to succeed at the highest level in the NBA. Finishing his career with the Silver and Black would be a beautiful end to his basketball journey.

6.) George Hill

Even 12 seasons after departing from San Antonio, George Hill is still connected to the city. Fans not only remember the point guard for what he did on the court, but how he was an impeccable fit for the well-established team culture. He was a selfless player who always put winning over everything night in and night out.

Hill only played in 46 games last season, and the 37-year-old is past his prime. Despite entering the twilight of his career, he is another invaluable veteran who could help guide the younger generation with his leadership and playoff experience. He might even be able to teach Tre Jones a thing or two about how to command the offense.