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Report: Spurs, LaMarcus Aldridge talking extension

LaMarcus Aldridge

In what should be considered a pretty big shock, the San Antonio Spurs and former All-Star forward LaMarcus Aldridge are reportedly engaged in extension negotiations.

This report comes from ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski.

It also comes just months after the Spurs were reportedly looking to unload Aldridge’s contract in a trade. Conversations with the Cleveland Cavaliers, among other teams, were said to have taken place.

Since signing a four-year, $84 million free agent deal with San Antonio prior to the 2015-16 season, Aldridge has regressed a great deal. Last season saw him average eight-year low 17.3 points per game.

He also struggled big time in the Western Conference Finals, averaging 15.5 points on 41 percent shooting with 10 turnovers in the four-game sweep against Golden State.

As Woj notes, Aldridge can opt out of his contract following this season and become a free agent. Maybe, that’s why San Antonio is engaging in extension conversations.

Even then, the team might be better off hitting what promises to be a strong free agent class next summer. Aldridge just doesn’t seem to be a great fit for this team.

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