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1988-1995
Shooting guard
The Spurs drafted Anderson with the No. 10 pick in the first round of the 1988 NBA draft.
Anderson pretty much held the line for the Spurs during the infamous 1988/89 season when the Spurs went 21 and 61.
He is the brother of NBA guard Shandon Anderson.
1988-1995
Shooting guard
The Spurs drafted Anderson with the No. 10 pick in the first round of the 1988 NBA draft.
Anderson pretty much held the line for the Spurs during the infamous
1975-1980
Power forward
“Special K”
Kenon was traded to the Spurs from the ABA Champion New York Nets for Swen Nater.
Kenon played with the Spurs during the team’s last ABA season and the franchise’s first years in the NBA. He was a two-time NBA All Star during his time with the Spurs. During the four seasons he played alongside George Gervin, both would average more than 20 points per game.
According to thedraftreview.com, Kenon converted to Islam once he retired from the NBA and now goes by the name Muhsin Kenon.
1975-1980
Power forward
“Special K”
Kenon was traded to the Spurs from the ABA Champion New York Nets for Swen Nater.
Kenon played with the Spurs during the team’s last ABA season and the
1987-1990
Power forward/Center
“Brick”
Brickowski was one of those tough bench players that got fans’ blood going. Chants of “Do it Brick” were often heard in HemisFair Arena following free throws or other notable plays by Brickowski.
Brickowski retired in 1997 and now works with the NBA Players Association.
1987-1990
Power forward/Center
“Brick”
Brickowski was one of those tough bench players that got fans’ blood going. Chants of “Do it Brick” were often heard in HemisFair Arena following
1982-1987
Center
“A-Train”
Gilmore was traded to the Spurs in 1982 and while with the team was twice an NBA All Star. He was inducted to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2011 and this year was named to the San Antonio Sports Hall of Fame.
1982-1987
Center
“A-Train”
Gilmore was traded to the Spurs in 1982 and while with the team was twice an NBA All Star. He was inducted to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in
1975-1980
Center
“The Whopper”
Paultz was traded to the Spurs from the New York Nets in1975 and provided bulk and a huge inside presence for the tough minded Spurs teams of the late 1970s that contended for an NBA title.
1975-1980
Center
“The Whopper”
Paultz was traded to the Spurs from the New York Nets in1975 and provided bulk and a huge inside presence for the tough minded Spurs teams of the late
1998-2000
Guard/forward
Spurs fans love tough gritty players, and Mario Elie was probably one of the toughest. After being a key member of the championship Houston Rocket teams from the mid-1990s he signed with the Spurs as a free agent in 1998. Though he only played with the Spurs for two seasons, one of those seasons was the 1999 championship run.
Ellie retired 2001 and later returned to the team as an assistant coach in 2003.
1998-2000
Guard/forward
Spurs fans love tough gritty players, and Mario Elie was probably one of the toughest. After being a key member of the championship Houston Rocket teams from the
2003-2008
Forward
“Big Shot Rob”
Horry, a one-time Spur nemesis, came to the team from the Los Angeles Lakers in 2003 as a free agent and soon became a fan favorite due to his uncanny ability to hit last second shots. He won two NBA Championships with the Spurs, in 2003 and 2007. He retired during the 2007/08 NBA season after going unsigned as a free agent.
He currently is a commentator for Time Warner Cable SportsNet.
2003-2008
Forward
“Big Shot Rob”
Horry, a one-time Spur nemesis, came to the team from the Los Angeles Lakers in 2003 as a free agent and soon became a fan favorite due to his uncanny
1972-1981
Point guard
“Captain Late”
Silas was signed by the Spurs in 1972 when the team was in Dallas as the Chaparrals. During the 1975-76 season he and George Gervin formed one of the highest scoring backcourts in NBA history when they combined for a total of 3,768 points for the season.
In 1984 Silas became the first player in Spurs franchise history to have his number retired. He was inducted to the San Antonio Sports Hall of Fame in 1997.
1972-1981
Point guard
“Captain Late”
Silas was signed by the Spurs in 1972 when the team was in Dallas as the Chaparrals. During the 1975-76 season he and George Gervin formed one of the
1981-1987, 1990
Small forward
Mitchell was traded to the Spurs in 1981 from the Cleveland Cavaliers and would be one of the franchise’s leading scorers. He is currently sixth on the team’s all-time points leaders. The one-time NBA All Star was known for his tough play against the Los Angeles Lakers during early 1980s playoff battles between the two teams. He left the team in 1988 to play in Europe, but returned in 1990.
After retiring in 1999 he worked as a children’s counselor in San Antonio. Mitchell died from cancer in 2011.
1981-1987, 1990
Small forward
Mitchell was traded to the Spurs in 1981 from the Cleveland Cavaliers and would be one of the franchise’s leading scorers. He is currently sixth on the team’s
1993-1995
Power forward
“The Worm”
In addition to being a huge fan favorite when he played with the team, he was also one of the team’s more colorful members. His antics, while loved by many fans, often drew the ire of league officials, and later, team officials.
He was traded to the Chicago Bulls in 1995 and went on to win three straight championships with the Bulls.
Most recently Rodman is known for making goodwill basketball trips to North Korea. During his first visit dictator Kim Jong-un pronounced Rodman “a friend for life.”
1993-1995
Power forward
“The Worm”
In addition to being a huge fan favorite when he played with the team, he was also one of the team’s more colorful members. His antics, while loved by
1984-1989
Point guard
A true defensive stopper at the point, Robertson was one of the Spurs who helped carry the team during the hard seasons of the late 1980s. He is one of only four NBA players to record a quadruple double. The others being Nate Thurmond, Hakeem Olajuwon and David Robinson.
Of late Robertson has been known more for his legal problems than his efforts on the hard-court. He is currently awaiting trial on a first-degree felony sex trafficking of a minor charge.
1984-1989
Point guard
A true defensive stopper at the point, Robertson was one of the Spurs who helped carry the team during the hard seasons of the late 1980s. He is one of only four NBA
1991-1994
Forward/center
“Big Dawg”
Hands down, The Big Dawg was one of those players that got Spurs fans on their feet every time he walked onto the court. He was a spark plug in a huge body and was a huge inside presence for the team. He is most known for the time he filled in for an injured David Robinson during the first round playoff series with the Utah Jazz in 1994. His play was one of the only bright spots for the Spurs in that series, which they lost 3 to 1.
Carr retired from basketball in 2001.
1991-1994
Forward/center
“Big Dawg”
Hands down, The Big Dawg was one of those players that got Spurs fans on their feet every time he walked onto the court. He was a spark plug in a huge body and
2006-2016
Center
“Red Mamba” and “Red Rocket”
One of the longest serving Spurs was a staple on the bench for ten years, from 2006 to 2016.
Bonner won two championships with the Spurs, and in 2010-11 was the NBA 3-point field-goal percentage leader.
He’s also an excellent 3-point shooter, ranking 15th in NBA history at 41.4 percent.
2006-2016
Center
“Red Mamba” and “Red Rocket”
One of the longest serving Spurs was a staple on the bench for ten years, from 2006 to 2016.
Bonner won two championships with the Spurs, and in
1980-1987, 1989-1990
Point guard
Moore was the third player to have his jersey retired by the Spurs. Moore drafted by the Seattle SuperSonics in 1979 and was immediately sent to the Spurs. Oddly enough, the Spurs waived him before re-signing him as a free agent in 1980. He led the point for the team during the early 80s, including many memorable playoff series with the Los Angeles Lakers.
Moore’s jersey was retired by the Spurs and he was inducted to the San Antonio Sports Hall of Fame in 2003.
He is the current coach of the American Basketball League’s Corpus Christi Clutch.
1980-1987, 1989-1990
Point guard
Moore was the third player to have his jersey retired by the Spurs. Moore drafted by the Seattle SuperSonics in 1979 and was immediately sent to the Spurs. Oddly
2015-2016
Center
Though he was here only a single season the giant 7-foot-3-inch Boban captured Spurs fans hearts and interest like no other bench player ever has. Every time he touched the court or took a shot the AT&T Center was filled with cheers and chants of “Boban.”
2015-2016
Center
Though he was here only a single season the giant 7-foot-3-inch Boban captured Spurs fans hearts and interest like no other bench player ever has. Every time he touched the
1999-2001, 2002-2003
Point guard
Kerr was traded to the Spurs from the Chicago Bulls in 1998 and was known for delivering 3-pointer, after 3-pointer off the bench. Among the numerous community appearances he made for the Spurs he is best known for his role in game 6 of the 2003 Western Conference Finals against Dallas when the Spurs went on a punishing 34-9 4Q run that destroyed the Mavs and sent the Spurs into the NBA Finals.
1999-2001, 2002-2003
Point guard
Kerr was traded to the Spurs from the Chicago Bulls in 1998 and was known for delivering 3-pointer, after 3-pointer off the bench. Among the numerous community
1989-1993, 1994-2001
Small forward
Elliott was the Spurs’ 1989 first round draft pick. He, along with David Robinson, was pegged as one of the team’s “Young Guns” going into the 1990s. He was dealt to the Detroit Pistons in exchange for Dennis Rodman in 1993, but returned to the team in 1994.
He will forever be remembered for two things. The “Memorial Day Miracle” shot in Game 2 of the 1999 Western Conference Finals with the Portland Blazers; and his numerous Taco Cabana commercials.
Hi Jersey was retired by the Spurs in 2005. Elliott currently is a color commentator for the Spurs and for Fox Sports 1.
1989-1993, 1994-2001
Small forward
Elliott was the Spurs’ 1989 first round draft pick. He, along with David Robinson, was pegged as one of the team’s “Young Guns” going into the 1990s. He was
2001-2009
Small Forward
Bowen is arguably the best defensive player in Spurs history and one of the best defenders to play in the NBA. He was routinely charged with shutting down opposing teams’ best players, which led to many amazing games between the Spurs and Kobe Bryant led Los Angeles Lakers.
Sadly he was traded to the Milwaukee Bucks in 2009 along with Kurt Thomas and Fabricio Oberto for Richard Jefferson. He retired from the NBA later that year.
In 2012 Bowen became the latest Spur to have his jersey retired. He also became a member of the San Antonio Sports Hall of Fame in 2012.
He works as an NBA analyst for ESPN.
2001-2009
Small Forward
Bowen is arguably the best defensive player in Spurs history and one of the best defenders to play in the NBA. He was routinely charged with shutting down opposing teams’
1994-2001
Point guard
”Little General”
Johnson’s personality and positive attitude immediately endeared him to fans and his role as a team leader, both on and off the court, have forever fixed him as one of the most loved Spurs of all time.
Johnson hit the game winning shot in Game 5 of the 1999 NBA Finals and the Spurs’ first NBA Championship.
1994-2001
Point guard
”Little General”
Johnson’s personality and positive attitude immediately endeared him to fans and his role as a team leader, both on and off the court, have forever
1974-1985
Guard/forward
“The Iceman”
For years George Gervin was the San Antonio Spurs. The NBA Hall of Famer is considered one of the greatest shooting guards to ever play the game. Gervin became the centerpiece of the Spurs after being traded to the then ABA San Antonio Spurs. He would continue to be the focal point for the team until he was traded in 1985 in one of the Spurs’ biggest blunders to the Chicago Bulls for David Greenwood.
Gervin is a 9-time NBA All-Star and 4-time NBA scoring champion. His number was retired by the San Antonio Spurs in 1987 and was among the inaugural inductees to the San Antonio Sports Hall of Fame in 1995. He was inducted into the NBA Hall of Fame in 1996 and also named to NBA’s 50th Anniversary All-Time Team.
1974-1985
Guard/forward
“The Iceman”
For years George Gervin was the San Antonio Spurs. The NBA Hall of Famer is considered one of the greatest shooting guards to ever play the game.
1989-2003
Center
“The Admiral”
What can you can about this former Spur is probably among the most loved individuals in San Antonio, much less on the Spurs.
His leadership, faith and optimism steered through nearly two decades. He was the No. 1 draft pick for the Spurs and NBA in 1987. He was the 1989 NBA Rookie of the Year, a 2-time NBA champion, the 1995 NBA Most Valuable Player, a 10-time NBA All Star, Gold Medal winning Olympian, an NBA Hall of Fame member, a member of the NBA’s 50th Anniversary All-Time Team, and was the hero to a generation of children who grew up in San Antonio in the 1990s and 00s.
In 2001 he founded the Carver Academy, a private school for inner-city children. His character on the court and philanthropic work outside of basketball have resulted in the winners of the NBA Community Assist Award being presented with the David Robinson Plaque.
Robinson’s jersey was retired by the Spurs in 2003. He was inducted into the San Antonio Sports Hall of Fame in 2004 and into the NBA Hall of Fame in 2009.
1989-2003
Center
“The Admiral”
What can you can about this former Spur is probably among the most loved individuals in San Antonio, much less on the Spurs.
His leadership, faith and
1997-2016
Power Forward/Center
“Big Fundamental”
Duncan is not only the best power forward in the history of the NBA, he is the best player to ever don a Spurs Jersey.
He won five NBA titles with the Spurs and holds more individual team records, and individual league records than any other former Spur.
1997-2016
Power Forward/Center
“Big Fundamental”
Duncan is not only the best power forward in the history of the NBA, he is the best player to ever don a Spurs Jersey.
He won five
It’s a sight for sore, Boban-loving eyes: the Goliath-like Serbian reunited with the Spurs, if only for a moment Thursday night.
We all have Danny Green to thank for the group photo.
“Once a Spur, always a Spur,” Green captioned the Instagram photo Friday. “Great night with the family. Miss my guy @bobimarjanovic13.”
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Also pictured is two-time Spurs champion Beno Udrih, who played with the team from 2004 to 2007.
After Boban mania engulfed San Antonio last season, the 7-foot-3 star signed with the Detroit Pistons as a free agent before the 2016-2017 season.
But it wasn’t an easy choice for him. The big man’s original plan as a free agent was to stay in the city that had fallen in love with him, according to mySA.com archives.
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Coach Gregg Popovich had to step in to help weigh his options.
“He’s such a good kid, at some point I had to work to get him to understand that $21 million was different than $3 million,” Popovich said. “I said, ‘Get your ass out of here. Go. You’ve got to do it.’ But he felt bad.”
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The Spurs will take on Boban, Udrih and the rest of the Pistons Friday at 6:30 p.m. as part of the Rodeo Road Trip.
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