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Yahoo
05-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Spurs Send Message to Victor Wembanyama's Former Teammate After Career Decision
Spurs Send Message to Victor Wembanyama's Former Teammate After Career Decision originally appeared on Athlon Sports. On Tuesday, Sandro Mamukelashvili agreed to a two-year, $5.5 million deal with the Toronto Raptors, including a player option for the second year. Advertisement Mamukelashvili served as the San Antonio Spurs' backup to Victor Wembanyama last season, averaging 6.3 points and 3.1 rebounds on 50.2% shooting in 11.2 minutes per game. With Mamukelashvili's departure, the Spurs lost not only a dependable bench piece but also a young, versatile talent who complemented Wembanyama's transcendent skill set. Three days later, on Friday, the Spurs organization took to X to offer a fond farewell, posting with the message, "Once a Spur, always a Spur 🖤🤍 Thank you, @Mamukelashvili5! Wishing you all the best in Toronto!" Signed off waivers on March 3, 2023, Mamukelashvili earned a standard NBA contract and quickly became a reliable rotational piece under Gregg Popovich, playing in a career-high 61 games this past season. Advertisement On March 19, he erupted for a career‑best 34 points and nine rebounds in just 19 minutes off the bench against the New York Knicks, setting an NBA record for most points scored in under 20 minutes of play. That performance underscored "Mamu's" scoring versatility, highlighted by a 37.3% 3‑point clip on 8.5 attempts per 36 minutes. San Antonio Spurs forward Sandro Mamukelashvili (54) drives to the net against Toronto Raptors guard Scottie Barnes (4).© John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images Toronto's frontcourt depth was an explicit need this offseason, and Mamukelashvili's perimeter shooting, passing touch and proven Spurs pedigree made him an attractive fit. This farewell marks the end of a budding partnership in San Antonio and the start of a new chapter in Toronto, all while Wembanyama and the Spurs chart a course toward the future. Advertisement Related: Dennis Schroder Sends 3-Word Message After Joining Sacramento Kings Related: Rockets Release NBA Veteran Days After Kevin Durant Trade This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 4, 2025, where it first appeared.
Globe and Mail
04-07-2025
- Sport
- Globe and Mail
Raptors sign free agent forward-centre Mamukelashvili
The Toronto Raptors have signed free agent forward-centre Sandro Mamukelashvili, the team announced Friday. Financial terms were not disclosed. Mamukelashvili averaged 6.3 points and 3.1 rebounds in 61 games with San Antonio last season. The six-foot-nine native of Tbilisi, Georgia has appeared in 191 NBA games with the Spurs and Milwaukee Bucks. He was a 2021 second-round pick and starred at Seton Hall, earning Big East player of the year. Mamukelashvili recently represented Georgia at the Paris Olympic qualifier and EuroBasket 2022.
CTV News
04-07-2025
- Sport
- CTV News
Toronto Raptors sign free agent forward-centre Mamukelashvili
San Antonio Spurs forward Sandro Mamukelashvili (54) against the Phoenix Suns during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Friday, April 11, 2025, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri) TORONTO — The Toronto Raptors have signed free agent forward-centre Sandro Mamukelashvili, the team announced Friday. Financial terms were not disclosed. Mamukelashvili averaged 6.3 points and 3.1 rebounds in 61 games with San Antonio last season. The six-foot-nine native of Tbilisi, Georgia has appeared in 191 NBA games with the Spurs and Milwaukee Bucks. He was a 2021 second-round pick and starred at Seton Hall, earning Big East player of the year. Mamukelashvili recently represented Georgia at the Paris Olympic qualifier and EuroBasket 2022. This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 4, 2025.
Hamilton Spectator
04-07-2025
- Sport
- Hamilton Spectator
Toronto Raptors sign free agent forward-centre Mamukelashvili
TORONTO - The Toronto Raptors have signed free agent forward-centre Sandro Mamukelashvili, the team announced Friday. Financial terms were not disclosed. Mamukelashvili averaged 6.3 points and 3.1 rebounds in 61 games with San Antonio last season. The six-foot-nine native of Tbilisi, Georgia has appeared in 191 NBA games with the Spurs and Milwaukee Bucks. He was a 2021 second-round pick and starred at Seton Hall, earning Big East player of the year. Mamukelashvili recently represented Georgia at the Paris Olympic qualifier and EuroBasket 2022. This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 4, 2025.
Winnipeg Free Press
04-07-2025
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
Toronto Raptors sign free agent forward-centre Mamukelashvili
TORONTO – The Toronto Raptors have signed free agent forward-centre Sandro Mamukelashvili, the team announced Friday. Financial terms were not disclosed. Mamukelashvili averaged 6.3 points and 3.1 rebounds in 61 games with San Antonio last season. The six-foot-nine native of Tbilisi, Georgia has appeared in 191 NBA games with the Spurs and Milwaukee Bucks. He was a 2021 second-round pick and starred at Seton Hall, earning Big East player of the year. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. Mamukelashvili recently represented Georgia at the Paris Olympic qualifier and EuroBasket 2022. This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 4, 2025.
