JULIAN CHAMPAGNIE NEWS

Quiet in loss Tuesday Champagnie had three points (1-5 FG, 1-4 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 25 minutes during Tuesday's 124-113 loss to the Knicks.

Impact Champagnie was limited to just three points, continuing what has become a concerning trend. As San Antonio starts to get healthy players back on the court, Champagnie is likely to see his nightly role reduce, at least from a productivity standpoint. While he should see close to 25 minutes per game, his scoring could be sporadic moving forward, making him more of a streaming option in standard leagues.

3 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Wembanyama makes immediate impact, helps Spurs past Thunder and into NBA Cup final

San Antonio's Victor Wembanyama has made a triumphant return, leading the Spurs to the NBA Cup championship game

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Puts up 16 off bench in win Champagnie accumulated 16 points (6-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 29 minutes during Wednesday's 132-119 win over the Lakers.

Impact Champagnie stuffed the statline Wednesday against the Lakers, and has been impressive even after being relegated to the second unit. In his last two games off the bench, Champagnie averages 16.5 points, 6.5 rebounds, 2.5 assists, 1.5 steals, 0.5 blocks and 3.5 threes on a blistering 53.8 percent clip across 29.0 minutes.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Victor Wembanyama could return from injury to join Spurs' NBA Cup chase this weekend, coach says

Victor Wembanyama could rejoin the San Antonio Spurs this weekend in their NBA Cup chase

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Catches fire from range Champagnie amassed 17 points (5-9 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, three assists and two steals across 29 minutes during Monday's 135-132 victory over the Pelicans.

Impact Champagnie had his shot working from beyond the arc in this one, leading the Spurs with five made triples. He's also been active defensively, recording five steals over his last two games. The 24-year-old got off to a slow start in December by posting a seven-point showing Tuesday against Memphis, but he's responded well since by scoring in double figures in three straight matchups.

DECEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Spurs spoil Queen's first triple-double and hold on to beat the Pelicans 135-132

Harrison Barnes scored 24 points, rookie Dylan Harper capped a 22-point performance with a driving floater for the lead with 9 seconds left, and the San Antonio Spurs recovered fro...

DECEMBER 9 • Associated Press

Won't start Monday Champagnie won't start against the Pelicans on Monday, Jeff Garcia of KENS 5 San Antonio reports.

Impact With Stephon Castle (hip) back in action, Champagnie will slide to the second unit. Over five appearances off the bench this season, the 24-year-old forward has averaged 9.2 points and 2.0 rebounds in 23.4 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Accounts for 14 points in win Champagnie closed with 14 points (5-8 FG, 4-7 3Pt) and five rebounds over 28 minutes during Wednesday's 114-112 victory over the Magic.

Impact Champagnie has stepped up in the absence of Stephon Castle (hip) sidelined, averaging 12.8 points, 6.6 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 0.4 steals, 0.8 blocks and 2.5 threes across 30.1 minutes in his last eight starts. With Castle's timetable for return currently unknown, Champagnie should continue to enjoy an increased role until the former eventually comes back.

DECEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Mitchell and Cleveland take on the Spurs in non-conference play

Cleveland and San Antonio square off in non-conference action

DECEMBER 4 • Associated Press

Julian Champagnie's shocking James Harden-esque skill is game changer for Spurs The San Antonio Spurs have had to rely on Julian Champagnie more than ever, and he's shown off a surprising skill in the process.

DECEMBER 2 • AIRALAMO.COM

Minnesota faces San Antonio, looks for 4th straight home win

Minnesota heads into a matchup with San Antonio after winning three games in a row at home

NOVEMBER 30 • Associated Press

Big double-double in Friday's win Champagnie finished Friday's 139-136 win over Denver with 25 points (6-15 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 10-10 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal across 36 minutes.

Impact Making his fifth straight start in place of Stephon Castle (hip), Champagnie set a new season scoring high and led the Spurs in rebounding while delivering his third straight double-double. Over the last four contests, the fourth-year wing is averaging an impressive 16.8 points, 9.3 boards, 3.0 threes, 2.5 assists and 1.3 blocks in 32.3 minutes, and with Castle still lacking a clear return timeline, Champagnie should remain a strong short-term lineup option.

NOVEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Vassell scores 33 points as Spurs beat Nuggets 139-136 to reach NBA Cup quarterfinals

Devin Vassell scored a season-high 33 points, leading the San Antonio Spurs to a 139-136 win over the Denver Nuggets on Friday night

NOVEMBER 29 • Associated Press

Logs second double-double of season Champagnie ended with 12 points (5-10 FG, 2-5 3Pt), 11 rebounds, two assists and two blocks over 32 minutes during Wednesday's 115-102 victory over the Trail Blazers.

Impact Champagnie racked up his second consecutive double-double after dropping a 10/12/1 line against Phoenix earlier in the week. Champagnie is one of many players who stand to benefit from Victor Wembanyama's (calf) extended absence, and Stephon Castle's (hip) injury also helps his cause.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Double-double in Phoenix Champagnie provided 10 points (3-14 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 12 rebounds, one assist and one steal over 30 minutes during Sunday's 111-102 loss to the Suns.

Impact making his third straight start with Stephon Castle (hip) on the shelf, Champagnie produced his first double-double of the season. The fourth-year wing has drained multiple three-pointers in six straight contests, averaging 11.8 points, 4.0 boards, 3.0 treys and 1.2 assists in 25.7 minutes a game. Castle may not be back on the court until December, so Champagnie should maintain solid fantasy value in the short term.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Suns win 3rd straight and end Spurs' 3-game run with 111-102 victory

Dillon Brooks scored 25 points, Devin Booker had 24 and the Phoenix Suns won their third straight and ended the San Antonio’s three-game streak with a 111-102 victory over the Spur...

NOVEMBER 24 • Associated Press

Spurs face the Suns, seek 4th straight win

San Antonio is looking to keep its three-game win streak alive when the Spurs take on Phoenix

NOVEMBER 22 • Associated Press

Goes for 20 points in win Thursday Champagnie contributed 20 points (7-13 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, five assists and one block in 31 minutes during Thursday's 135-126 victory over the Hawks.

Impact De'Aaron Fox led the way for the Spurs, but with several of the team's top offensive weapons sidelined due to injury, Champagnie had to step up and deliver an impressive performance. This was Champagnie's third double-digit scoring output in his last four games, a stretch in which he's averaging 13.8 points, 2.3 boards and 1.3 assists per game while shooting 45.2 percent from three-point range.

NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Fox, Johnson lead Spurs to third straight victory without Wembanyama, toppling Hawks 135-126

De’Aaron Fox scored 26 points, Keldon Johnson had 25 and the San Antonio Spurs won their third straight without Victor Wembanyama, toppling the Atlanta Hawks 135-126 on Thursday ni...

NOVEMBER 21 • Associated Press

Starting sans Castle Champagnie will start Tuesday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact With Stephon Castle (hip) sidelined, Champagnie will rejoin the starting five. In his previous eight starts this season, the 24-year-old forward averaged 10.1 points, 6.3 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.4 steals in 29.9 minutes per contest.

NOVEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Bounces back with14 points Champagnie chipped in 14 points (4-9 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and two rebounds across 23 minutes during Friday's 109-108 loss to the Warriors.

Impact Although Champagnie is dealing with a hip injury, he logged 23 minutes and bounced back in the finale of the two-game set with the Warriors. Champagnie's recent demotion is the result of a first-unit shift to make room for De'Aaron Fox, but his defensive skills should be enough to earn him quality minutes as the season progresses. In the meantime, he'll play a reserve role behind Devin Vassell and Harrison Barnes, who are both firmly entrenched at their positions.

NOVEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE