Tarris Reed Jr., the 26th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, is quickly becoming a fan favorite among San Antonio Spurs supporters due to his engaging personality and memorable moments. He humorously expressed his surprise at the South Texas heat during his rookie press conference, and shared a touching story about a Spurs teddy bear he won as a child, which coincidentally resurfaced during his draft viewing party. Fellow rookie Jayden Quaintance also made headlines with a humorous comment about Tim Duncan being his grandfather’s favorite player while bonding over anime. The new rookie class is enjoying their introduction to San Antonio, exploring the city and meeting Spurs legends.
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