Julian Champagnie · Few paths to the NBA Finals are more unlikely than the one Julian Champagnie traveled, going undrafted out of St. John's in 2022 before grinding through the G League to earn his moment on the biggest stage. Champagnie landed with the San Antonio Spurs and made the most of his opportunity, recording four steals across 33 minutes in Game 4 at Madison Square Garden, a standout defensive performance in a game that will be remembered forever, albeit not fondly on the Riverwalk. · State of Mint