NBA Trade Rumors: San Antonio Spurs Eyeing Nerlens Noel To Be Pau Gasol's Buddy? Noel A Potential Replacement For Tim Duncan?

Nerlens Noel is one of the favorites in the NBA trade rumor mills. Reports have it that the Philadelphia 76ers big man could be playing for another team this NBA season. According to the latest NBA buzz, Noel is San Antonio Spurs' replacement to Tim Duncan.

San Antonio Spurs used to be one of the strongest contenders in the NBA league. The team just slowed down in the previous years. Spurs had its big three that included Tim Duncan, Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili.

Unfortunately, the players have passed their prime and are already aging. San Antonio Spurs already lost Tim Duncan to retirement. There are also rumors that Manu Ginobili will hang his jersey for good after the next NBA season. No doubt, Tony Parker will follow soon.

So, San Antonio Spurs just had its big loss after Tim Duncan decided to retire. According to Sports Rageous, Spurs is eyeing Nerlens Noel as a potential replacement for Duncan. The 22-year-old Philadelphia 76ers plays the same position as Duncan.

Does this mean that Nerlens Noel is also a potential player for Spurs' next big three? According to previous reports, San Antonio Spurs is working on forming its next big three which includes Kawhi Leonard and LaMarcus Aldridge.

Reports have it that they are eyeing Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry, LA Clippers' Blake Griffin and Brooklyn Nets' Robinson Thomas to fill the last spot. If San Antonio Spurs is eyeing Nerlens Noel as well, could this mean that the young player may also complete the team's big three?

Well, we can't actually confirm this. However, per GameNGuide, Pau Gasol needs a backup and Nerlens Noel will be a great buddy to Gasol. No matter what position or responsibility Noel will be taking in San Antonio Spurs, one fact remains, the young talent is one of the most wanted players in the NBA trade.

Who do you think will Spurs be sending to Philadelphia 76ers to acquire Nerlens Noel? Do you agree that the Pau Gasol and Noel tandem will work well for Spurs? Share your thoughts in the comment section below.