Kelly Olynyk aims for first NBA title with Spurs
Kelly Olynyk seeks his first NBA championship with the Spurs in the 2026 Finals Kamloops pride runs deep as the veteran leads and the city celebrates another star
Kamloops native Kelly Olynyk, 35, is trying to win his first NBA championship with the San Antonio Spurs in the 2026 NBA Finals against the New York Knicks.
Olynyk began his pro career in 2013 with the Boston Celtics and previously reached the Finals with the Miami Heat in 2020, where his team lost to the Los Angeles Lakers. His father, Ken Olynyk, said the veteran forward now contributes as a mentor and leader even with reduced playing time.
The article also notes another Kamloops athlete, Logan Stankoven, who is helping the Carolina Hurricanes compete for the Stanley Cup, highlighting the city’s strong sports culture.