Jeremy Sochan Could Be a Smart Buy-Low Target for the Clippers - and a Fresh Start He Desperately Needs
Jeremy Sochan’s time in San Antonio may be nearing its end, and it’s not hard to see why a change of scenery might be exactly what he needs. According to reports, the Spurs have given the 22-year-old forward the green light to explore other opportunities - a move that signals both a shift in direction for San Antonio and a potential opening for teams like the LA Clippers to make a savvy move.
Let’s rewind for a second. Sochan was once considered a key piece of the Spurs’ young core.
He arrived before Victor Wembanyama, Stephon Castle, and Dylan Harper, and for a time, looked like a foundational building block. But as the roster evolved and coaching staffs shuffled, Sochan’s role started to shrink.
Minutes became inconsistent. The team’s focus shifted.
In a crowded rotation full of emerging talent, he became the odd man out.
Now, San Antonio appears ready to move on - not because Sochan can’t play, but because the fit just isn’t there anymore. And that’s where the Clippers come in.
A Fit in LA? The Opportunity Is There
The Clippers’ power forward rotation isn’t exactly bulletproof. John Collins has taken over the bulk of the minutes at the four, and while he's been productive, the depth behind him is thin.
Nicolas Batum, while still a smart and savvy vet, is 18 seasons into his NBA career. He brings leadership and spacing, but at this stage, he’s not the long-term answer.
Sochan, on the other hand, brings something different - youth, versatility, and a defensive mindset that could flourish under the right guidance. Sure, his numbers this season don’t jump off the page.
He’s averaging 4.2 points and 2.7 rebounds on 48.0% shooting from the field and just 25.7% from beyond the arc. But those raw stats don’t tell the full story.
This is a player who’s shown flashes of real two-way potential. His sophomore and junior seasons in San Antonio were solid - enough to believe that what we’re seeing now is more of a confidence issue than a talent drop-off.
And confidence? That’s something a new environment can fix.
Why the Clippers Make Sense
Tyronn Lue has a reputation for getting the best out of his players, especially when it comes to guys who need a reset. Throw in a passionate owner like Steve Ballmer - who’s known to go all-in when he believes in a player - and you’ve got the kind of support system that could reignite Sochan’s game.
The Clippers also have the luxury of taking a low-risk swing here. Sochan is on an expiring deal and will hit restricted free agency this summer. That gives LA the flexibility to test the waters without long-term financial commitment - and if things click, they’ll have the right to match any offer he gets.
This isn’t about expecting Sochan to come in and immediately change the trajectory of the team. It’s about upside.
At just 22 years old, with three years of NBA experience under his belt, he’s still got room to grow. And in a more defined role - one where he’s not fighting for minutes or trying to fit into a system that’s moved on without him - he might finally get back to the player he was trending toward becoming.
A Redemption Arc in the Making?
It’s rare to talk about a "redemption arc" for someone barely old enough to rent a car, but that’s where we are with Sochan. His early career showed promise, and the recent dip in production feels more situational than permanent.
The tools are still there - defensive versatility, athleticism, and a willingness to do the dirty work. What’s missing is the right opportunity.
The Clippers could be that opportunity. And if they are, they might find themselves with a steal - a former lottery pick with something to prove and the skill set to help them in the short and long term.
For Sochan, this could be the reset button he’s been waiting for. For LA, it’s a low-risk, high-upside move. Sometimes, that’s all it takes.