This article was originally published on www.si.com/nba/spurs as San Antonio Spurs Make Major First-Round Pick Announcement. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs have officially inked both of their rookies.

San Antonio Spurs Break Silence After Free Agency News originally appeared on Athlon Sports. San Antonio Spurs fans rejoiced on the first day of NBA free agency as the team finally added a backup center. Luke Kornet, Finals winner with the Boston Celtics, agreed to a deal with San Antonio to play behind Victor Wembanyama.

Granted, it's a tradeable contract, but an eighth man is not exactly a massive asset to have. He is signed through his age-33 season, which means the Spurs should be able to avoid his decline, although that is not guaranteed.