Spurs Add Veteran Big Man Mason Plumlee

Journeyman center brought in to bolster frontcourt after injury to Jeremy Sochan.

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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The San Antonio Spurs have signed 13-year NBA veteran Mason Plumlee to help fill the void left by the injury to forward Jeremy Sochan. Plumlee, a 7-foot, 254-pound center, will provide additional size and experience to the Spurs' frontcourt rotation.

Why it matters

The Spurs have struggled with injuries to key players this season, including the recent setback to Sochan, their promising young forward. Bringing in a veteran like Plumlee, who has played for several teams over his long career, should help stabilize the team's frontcourt depth as they push for a playoff spot.

The details

Plumlee, 33, has played for six different NBA teams since being drafted 22nd overall by the Brooklyn Nets in 2013. He's known as a physical, defensive-minded center who can also pass well out of the high post. The Spurs are hoping his experience and skill set will complement their young core as they navigate the second half of the season.

  • The Spurs signed Plumlee on February 17, 2026.

The players

Mason Plumlee

A 13-year NBA veteran center who has played for the Brooklyn Nets, Portland Trail Blazers, Denver Nuggets, Detroit Pistons, and Charlotte Hornets.

Jeremy Sochan

A promising young forward for the San Antonio Spurs who has been sidelined with an injury.

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What they’re saying

“Mason brings a lot of experience and toughness to our frontcourt. We're excited to have him join our team as we make a push for the playoffs.”

— Gregg Popovich, Head Coach, San Antonio Spurs (expressnews.com)

What’s next

The Spurs will look to integrate Plumlee into the rotation as soon as possible, with his first game expected to be on February 20th against the Los Angeles Lakers.

The takeaway

The Spurs' addition of veteran center Mason Plumlee demonstrates their commitment to shoring up their frontcourt depth and making a push for the playoffs despite key injuries to their roster.