Overview
- MRI imaging confirmed a left calf strain suffered Friday against the Warriors, and he did not play Sunday versus the Kings.
- An AP-sourced timeline pegs his absence at roughly two to three weeks, after which the team will re-evaluate his status.
- Head coach Mitch Johnson said the Spurs will take a conservative approach to avoid aggravating a sensitive calf issue.
- The projected missed time could reach double-digit games, heightening the risk he falls short of award eligibility thresholds.
- San Antonio must navigate upcoming home dates with Memphis and Atlanta before a four-game road swing without its leading scorer and league-leading shot-blocker.