Expert-level talent scouting is one of the most underrated aspects of crafting a winning organization in the NBA. Under the guidance of general manager R.C. Buford, the San Antonio Spurs have spent the last few years finding gems scattered throughout the once-glorious Pac-12 Conference. After selecting Chimezie Metu of USC in the second-round, the Spurs signed Oregon State’s hybrid power forward/center phenom Drew Eubanks to a two-way deal.
Though his role was limited mostly to short bursts of minutes against lesser competition and garbage time, Eubanks left an impression for himself by playing a smart and efficient brand of basketball that aligns nicely with the Spurs’ needs.