Kelly Olynyk Dealt to San Antonio Spurs, his Third Time Being Traded in 2025 originally appeared on Athlon Sports. 14 days after he was traded from the New Orleans Pelicans to the Washington Wizards, former Gonzaga All-American Kelly Olynyk was shipped to San Antonio for Malaki Branham, Blake Wesley, and a 2026 second round pick.

While the Spurs have focused on youth and development the last couple of seasons, the trade for Kelly Olynyk signals a shift for the Spurs.

Ahead of the NBA draft, the New Orleans Pelicans sent Olynyk to the Wizards along with CJ McCollum and a future second-round pick. The Pelicans received Jordan Poole, Saddiq Bey and the No. 40 pick in return.