San Antonio Spurs Sign Mason Plumlee to 10-Day Contract

NBA veteran center joins Spurs to bolster frontcourt depth

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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The San Antonio Spurs have officially signed 35-year-old veteran center Mason Plumlee to a 10-day contract, aiming to add depth to their frontcourt after releasing Jeremy Sochan last week. Plumlee, who began the season with the Charlotte Hornets, brings 13 years of NBA experience to the Spurs.

Why it matters

The signing of Plumlee on a 10-day contract allows the Spurs to evaluate him as a potential complementary piece to their frontcourt, which includes Victor Wembanyama, Luke Kornet, Kelly Olynyk, and Bismack Biyombo. 10-day contracts have become an increasingly important tool for NBA teams to address roster needs and provide opportunities for experienced players.

The details

Plumlee was most recently with the Charlotte Hornets, appearing in 14 games and averaging 1.9 points and 2.9 rebounds per game. He was then traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder as part of a three-team deal and subsequently waived. Throughout his 13-year NBA career, Plumlee has averaged 7.9 points and 6.6 rebounds per game, known for his court vision and basketball IQ.

  • Plumlee's most recent game action was on December 22, 2025 against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
  • The Spurs released Jeremy Sochan last week, creating a roster spot for Plumlee.

The players

Mason Plumlee

A 35-year-old veteran center who has played 13 seasons in the NBA, most recently with the Charlotte Hornets.

Victor Wembanyama

The Spurs' young star center and potential future cornerstone of the franchise.

Luke Kornet

A center on the Spurs' roster who provides depth alongside Wembanyama.

Kelly Olynyk

Another center on the Spurs' roster who will compete with Plumlee for minutes.

Bismack Biyombo

A veteran center who the Spurs signed last season as emergency frontcourt depth.

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What they’re saying

“Free agent center Mason Plumlee is signing a 10-day contract with the San Antonio Spurs, Mark Bartelstein of @PrioritySports tells ESPN. Plumlee started his 13th NBA season in Charlotte and now joins the Spurs for the second half.”

— Shams Charania, NBA Insider (Twitter)

What’s next

The Spurs have the option to offer Plumlee a full contract once his 10-day deal expires, depending on their needs and playoff aspirations.

The takeaway

The signing of Mason Plumlee on a 10-day contract highlights the strategic roster management employed by the Spurs, who are balancing their rebuilding phase with the goal of remaining competitive. 10-day contracts provide valuable opportunities for experienced players like Plumlee to showcase their skills and potentially earn longer-term deals.