When opportunity knocks in the NBA, you either seize it or watch it pass by. For Bismack Biyombo, that moment came in February 2025 when the San Antonio Spurs signed him on a 10-day contract as a free agent. Less than two weeks later, reigning Rookie of the Year Victor Wembanyama was ruled out for the rest of the season with a blood clot in his shoulder, timing that turned Biyombo’s short stint into a lifeline for both himself and the team.

Biyombo made the most of it. The 32-year-old veteran responded with energy and resilience, earning an extended deal worth $3.6 million and proving he could still deliver at the highest level. Back-to-back double-doubles against the New Orleans Pelicans showcased his reliability as a defensive anchor and rebounder. He may not replace Wembanyama’s star p

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