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Super cost-effective reinforcement! Snapshot analysis How Cornett helps the Spurs improve their defense

2:21am, 27 August 2025【Basketball】

The Spurs have strengthened through draft and signing free agents during the offseason, and Luke Connett has reached a four-year, $41 million contract with the Spurs. This contract and contract are cost-effective.

Connet averaged 6 points, 5.3 rebounds and 1.6 assists per game last season. In the playoffs, Connet made 11 appearances, with a total of 4.5 points, 3.9 rebounds, 0.5 assists, 0.5 steals and 1.2 blocks. He will be an important addition to the Spurs' center position.

For the Spurs, after having Wenban Yama, a tall player is needed in the interior to assist Wenban Yama to protect the frame. Due to Wenban Yama's flexibility, he can sweep the penalty area, while Connet can stand in the interior. It is worth mentioning that he averaged 2.6 rebounds per game this season, ranking in the top 20 in the league. With limited playing time, both offensive and defensive efficiency ranks in the top 20, with a net efficiency of 14.9, ranking 6th in the league.

defense is one of his highlights.

He faces pick-and-roll to defend a small man, or is misplaced by the defender, and usually maintains a good defensive position and completes the frame protection.

Imagine if this round, when Wenban Yama and Connet were on the court at the same time, their opponents would probably not want to hit the basket.

Of course, in addition to defense, his ability to finish the ball in the interior has also been greatly improved this season, and he has a certain ability to eat cakes. (Not limited to short lower straight, pick-and-roll straight, and dunk-dunk-size)

Connett is tall. For the Spurs, he only needs to be able to take on the offensive end and make his own defensive contribution on the defensive end. Help Wenban Yama find a meat shield-type inside player, which can better help Wenban Yama sweep the defense on the court. The price of 4,100w in 4 years is not high. If it performs well, it will be a cost-effective contract.