The San Antonio Spurs are rolling — and they may be positioning themselves for an even bigger move.
Spurs Emerge as Serious Khris Middleton Suitor Amid Historic Win Streak
The San Antonio Spurs have quietly become a legitimate player in the potential Khris Middleton buyout sweepstakes, a development that could further elevate one of the NBA’s hottest teams.
According to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints, San Antonio is among the teams showing strong interest in Khris Middleton should the veteran wing reach a contract buyout with the Dallas Mavericks before Sunday’s deadline.
“Among those with interest in Middleton, the Denver Nuggets and San Antonio Spurs are said to be at the front of the line for the 34-year-old wing should he be bought out of his contract in Dallas,” Siegel reported.
February Ends Perfectly for Red-Hot Spurs
The timing of that interest is notable. San Antonio extended its winning streak to 11 games Thursday night with a 126–110 rout of the Brooklyn Nets, finishing February undefeated.
The Spurs’ last loss came Jan. 31, a 111–106 setback against the Charlotte Hornets. Since then, they’ve surged to a 43–16 record, good for second place in the Western Conference.
The streak is the third longest in the NBA this season, trailing only the Oklahoma City Thunder (16) and the Detroit Pistons (13), and marks San Antonio’s longest run since winning 13 straight during the 2015–16 season.
With their next game not until Sunday, the Spurs have both momentum and flexibility as the buyout window narrows.
Middleton Still Weighing His Options
GettyKhris Middleton of the Dallas Mavericks goes to the basket against the Sacramento Kings.
Middleton has yet to decide whether he will pursue a buyout, a fact underscored by NBA Insider Marc Stein, who reported that the veteran forward is still evaluating his situation.
“Khris Middleton just told @TheSteinLine he is still weighing his options in advance of Sunday’s deadline to pursue a contract buyout,” Stein reported, adding that Denver and other playoff teams have shown interest.
Middleton echoed that uncertainty in comments to The Athletic, saying he planned to consult with his agent before making a decision.
“I’ll talk to my agent here by Saturday,” Middleton said. “Hear what he has to say… and we’ll talk from there.”
Players must agree to buyouts by March 1 to remain eligible for postseason play with a new team.
Why Middleton Fits Spurs’ Timeline
At 34, Middleton is no longer the perennial All-Star he was from 2019–22, but his résumé still stands out among potential buyout candidates. A three-time All-Star and NBA champion, Middleton brings something San Antonio’s roster largely lacks: deep playoff and championship experience.
That could matter for a Spurs team that has surged into contention but remains relatively untested on the postseason stage.
Middleton scored 17 points with five rebounds and four assists in Thursday’s 130–121 loss to the Sacramento Kings. Through six games with the Mavericks, he’s averaging 14.5 points while shooting 38.1% from three.
A Crowded Wing Rotation — With a Missing Element
If added, Middleton would join a wing group that includes Devin Vassell, rookie Carter Bryant, Keldon Johnson, and Julian Champagnie.
Champagnie led San Antonio against Brooklyn with 26 points, hitting 6 of 9 three-pointers while adding three steals and two blocks. Still, none of the Spurs’ current wings has Middleton’s postseason pedigree.
Roster Flexibility After Sochan Waiver
San Antonio recently created additional flexibility by waiving former lottery pick Jeremy Sochan, who signed with the New York Knicks for the remainder of the season.
That move opened a roster spot — and a pathway for a veteran addition who wouldn’t require guaranteed minutes.
Financial Reality Looms
Siegel noted that financial considerations remain a key reason Middleton has yet to commit. Accepting a buyout would mean forfeiting his Bird rights, potentially limiting his market this summer and pushing him toward a veteran-minimum range.
For the Spurs, that hesitation only heightens the intrigue.
San Antonio is already winning at a historic pace. Landing Middleton wouldn’t be about fixing a weakness — it would be about arming an ascending contender with championship experience.
And after an undefeated February, the Spurs have made it clear: they’re not just enjoying the ride — they’re preparing for what comes next.
Red-Hot Spurs Eye Three-Time All-Star as Buyout Target