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Mason Plumlee Joins Spurs on 10-Day Contract

2/18/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Mason Plumlee signed a 10-day contract with the San Antonio Spurs.
Plumlee is in his 13th NBA season.
Plumlee was traded from the Charlotte Hornets to the Oklahoma City Thunder in a three-team deal.
He was waived by the Thunder.
His last full season was with the Phoenix Suns, where he played 74 games and averaged 4.5 points and 6.1 rebounds.

History

Historical Context

The NBA's 2011 collective bargaining agreement, ratified after a 161-day lockout, introduced provisions for short-term contracts, allowing teams like the San Antonio Spurs to sign players such as Mason Plumlee to 10-day contracts. This shift reflects a growing trend of player mobility, impacting team dynamics and careers, and reshaping the landscape of professional basketball in the league.

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Story summary

Mason Plumlee signed a 10-day contract with the San Antonio Spurs.
Plumlee is in his 13th NBA season.
Plumlee was traded from the Charlotte Hornets to the Oklahoma City Thunder in a three-team deal.
He was waived by the Thunder.
His last full season was with the Phoenix Suns, where he played 74 games and averaged 4.5 points and 6.1 rebounds.

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