SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs ' guard depth is impressive.

It boasts an All-Star with De'Aaron Fox, a Rookie of the Year with Stephon Castle, and a No. 2 overall draft pick in Dylan Harper.

And then there is veteran Jordan McLaughlin, who many pegged not to receive minutes considering San Antonio's crowded backcourt.

But as the season started, coach Mitch Johnson turned to him early, which was no surprise to the Spurs guard.

"We had kind of talked about it when Dylan's injury had happened, and then once we had found out Fox was out, we knew the opportunity would be there," McLaughlin said.

The 7-year pro is proving to be a calming factor on the court.

In 8.0 minutes per game this season (along with 2.5 points and 43% field goal shooting), he is maximizing the time to steady t

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