In the 2025 draft, the Spurs selected Carter Bryant of the University of Arizona with the No. 14 pick in the first round.

In an interview with reporters, Bryant talked about his style similar to which former Spurs player. Bryant said: "I immediately thought of Xiao Ka, just like the defensive diversity he showed in the league early on, able to defend multiple positions. Later you also saw his progress and became one of the top players in the world. At that time, Durant, Curry and LeBron were almost considered the top three players, but he really played his position and proved that he is also one of the best players in the world."

Talking about the role he will play in the new season, Bryant said: "Like I said, I am the kind of person who can bring energy, toughness, defensive intensity. I will always do my job steadily and work hard every day. This is what I bring."

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