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De'Aaron Fox Returns With 24 as Spurs Top Pelicans 126-119

His comeback from a hamstring layoff rebalances San Antonio’s offense by restoring a primary shot creator.

Overview

  • Fox played his first game since March 12 after left pinkie surgery and a right hamstring rehab that cost him the preseason and eight regular-season games.
  • The guard shot 9-for-14 and hit a floater with 29 seconds left, while San Antonio produced eight double-figure scorers in the home win.
  • Victor Wembanyama posted 18 points and 18 rebounds and Stephon Castle delivered 14 assists as coach Mitch Johnson staggered the backcourt.
  • Fox and Wembanyama have shared limited minutes historically, making this sixth game together an early step in building chemistry.
  • Rookie Dylan Harper remains sidelined for multiple weeks with a calf strain and Luke Kornet is working toward a return, as Fox plays under a four-year deal worth about $229 million.