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Open Thread: Julian Champagnie Made A Suprise Appearance At Usaa

SAN ANTONIO, TX - JUNE 4: Julian Champagnie #30 of the San Antonio Spurs talks to the media during a press conference during 2026 NBA Finals Practice and Media Availability on June 4, 2026 at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE(Photo by Ryan Stetz/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images

Julian Champagnie has been with the Spurs now for just over three seasons. This summer he signed a 3-year/$45M contract that should keep the 3-point assassin decked out in Silver & Black for the foreseeable future. Never one to shy away from the community aspect of the Spurs Organization, Champagnie made a surprise visit to USAA recently to spend some time with families who have lost a parent serving in the military.

Julian Champagne surprised military families at USAA, to bring hope and healing to children who have lost a parent serving in the military.

“Champagnie helped volunteers pack back to school supplies and faced some of the Gold Star kids in a Smash Bros tournament. He says the… https://t.co/TR0WoL9iFl pic.twitter.com/pP75Aqw4QW
— Wemby Alien Era (@WembyAlienEra) July 24, 2026

During his presser, he expressed his interest in playing with the Spurs for the rest of his career.

Sure, every player is semi-required to say that where they are is where they always want to be, but considering the mutual respect between Champagnie and the Spurs, this makes sense. He was pulled off waivers two days after being released by the Philadelphia 76ers while they cleared a roster spot for Mac McClung. The Sixers got a Dunk Contest winner and the Spurs added a key piece to their team. Champagnie has not only been one of the best shooters in for the franchise, his rebounding has become an essential element of the Spurs defense.

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Open Thread: Julian Champagnie Made A Suprise Appearance At Usaa

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