{"id":702053,"date":"2026-04-06T21:35:27","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T21:35:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/702053\/"},"modified":"2026-04-06T21:35:27","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T21:35:27","slug":"spurs-standout-sends-message-to-76ers-years-after-getting-cut","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/702053\/","title":{"rendered":"Spurs Standout Sends Message to 76ers Years After Getting Cut"},"content":{"rendered":"

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ATLANTA, GEORGIA – FEBRUARY 05: Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks drives against Victor Wembanyama #1 and Julian Champagnie #30 of the San Antonio Spurs during the second quarter at State Farm Arena on February 05, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. 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. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n

With a key role on a second-seeded San Antonio Spurs<\/a> team, Julian Champagnie is feeling grateful for his journey as he reflects on the past. That past includes the Philadelphia 76ers<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The former Sixer\u2019s run in Pennsylvania was short-lived and often forgetful, but that\u2019s not something the 24-year-old is upset about.<\/p>\n

In Champagnie\u2019s eyes, getting cut was the best thing that could happen to him in the long run. He recently reflected on the start of his career.<\/p>\n

What Did Julian Champagnia Say About The Sixers?
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GettyLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA \u2013 MARCH 17: Julian Champagnie #30 of the San Antonio Spurs and Bronny James #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers<\/a> in the second half at Crypto.com Arena on March 17, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. 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. (Photo by Ronald Martinez\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n

\u201cWhen I got cut, I acted like, \u2018Oh man, I\u2019m out the league. I don\u2019t even know what I\u2019m about to do.\u2019 Looking back on it, obviously, three years passed. It\u2019s a crazy feeling, honestly. It\u2019s all about how you carry yourself,\u201d Champagnie said<\/a>. \u201cAll about how you go into the next challenge. Figuring things out, telling yourself it\u2019s not the end, you\u2019re going to figure this out. No matter what happens, that\u2019s what it\u2019s going to be.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m super grateful for it. My whole journey. I wouldn\u2019t change it, I wouldn\u2019t have it no other way. I\u2019m happy I got cut, probably the best thing that could have happened for me. Shoutout to Philly.\u201d<\/p>\n

From Philly To San Antonio
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GettyPHOENIX, ARIZONA \u2013 DECEMBER 03: Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs hugs Julian Champagnie #30 before the Emirates NBA Cup game against the Phoenix Suns<\/a> at Footprint Center on December 03, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona. 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. (Photo by Chris Coduto\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n

Champagnie was one of many two-way players to cycle through Philadelphia during the Daryl Morey era. He was a classic case of a young player on a championship-hopeful team, leaving him with few opportunities to get on the court.<\/p>\n

Coming out of St. John\u2019s in 2022, Champagnie didn\u2019t get a call on draft night. He was signed by the Sixers on a two-way contract, splitting time between the Sixers and the Delaware Blue Coats. With the main roster, Champagnie appeared in just two games.<\/p>\n

The Sixers waived Champagnie in February 2023. Two days later, he was signed by the Spurs on a two-way deal. In the following summer, he re-signed with San Antonio and hasn\u2019t left since.<\/p>\n

During the\u00a0 2025-2026 season, Champagnie is having a career year. In 78 games (64 starts), the veteran forward is shooting 43.7% from the field and 38.6% from three. He is averaging 11.3 points per game, 5.8 rebounds per game, and 1.5 assists per game.<\/p>\n

After the 2025-2026 season, Champagnie will wait on the Spurs\u2019 decision regarding his team option. The Spurs have until June 29 to accept or decline. No matter what happens, the Ex-Sixer is clearly feeling good about where he\u2019s at in his career.<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\tJustin Grasso<\/a> Justin Grasso is an NBA reporter, covering trending league news, transactions, injuries, and player developments. He is a credentialed journalist with nearly a decade of insider access. More about Justin Grasso<\/a>\t\t<\/p>\n

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