Keldon Johnson returns to his original Spurs jersey number; Julian Champagnie’s contract becomes fully guaranteed

SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio Spurs‘ Keldon Johnson is reverting to his original Spurs jersey number, No. 3, the team announced on social media.

“KJ3 is back,” posted the Spurs.

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Johnson gave up his No. 3 jersey for Chris Paul, who has been known by his moniker, “CP3”, since entering the NBA. He picked jersey No. 3 because Paul was his favorite player in his younger basketball days. 

The Spurs forward wore No. 0 last season, which was the same number he wore during his Austin Spurs playing days.

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CHAMPAGNIE’S CONTRACT IS FULLY GUARANTEED

Forward Julian Champagnie’s contract with the Spurs is now fully guaranteed.

It became fully guaranteed on Aug. 1, and in 2025-26, Champagnie will earn a base salary of $3,000,000.

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Champagnie signed a 4-year deal in 2023-24. In the 2026-27 season, the Spurs will have a team option at $3,000,000.

Last season, he played all 82 games, averaging 9.9 points and shot 37.1% from the field.

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