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PHOENIX, ARIZONA – NOVEMBER 23: De’Aaron Fox #4 of the San Antonio Spurs controls the ball during the first half against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center on November 23, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Spurs 111-102. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images) Getty Images With superstar Victor Wembanyama still sidelined, the San Antonio Spurs have leaned heavily on point guard De’Aaron Fox since his return 10 games ago. The former All-Star, who was acquired at last season’s trade deadline, is playing high-quality basketball these days, and are keeping the Spurs afloat by leaning into some of his biggest strengths. Dominating at the rim The 6’3 lead-guard has always been known as an effective slasher, who holds an uncanny ability to finish plays around the basket. This has remained true this season, as he’s converting on 81.3% of his attempts within three feet of the basket, which makes up over 18% of his offense. The rim pressure Fox puts on defenses is so effective, teams will often find themselves in the uncomfortable situation of having to choose to apply drop coverage, as an attempt to avoid shots at the rim, or meet him higher up on the floor, in an attempt to negate the drive. This is where Fox’s secondary weapon, the mid-range pull-up, would usually check in. But this season, Fox is hitting just 30.8% of his attempts from between 10 feet and to the three-point line. So, instead, he’s had to restructure his offense slightly, as he tries to regain his touch. That restructuring starts behind the three-point line. More outside shots Fox has taken…

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