Overview
- An MRI confirmed a left calf strain for Wembanyama, who was injured in Friday’s loss to the Warriors, finished that game, and then sat out Sunday’s win over the Kings.
- Team and league reporting indicate he will be out for a few weeks, with a re-evaluation in roughly 2–3 weeks as coach Mitch Johnson underscores not taking calf issues lightly.
- San Antonio shifted its rotation with Luke Kornet starting and posting 13 points and 11 rebounds, while Kelly Olynyk and other bigs are set for increased minutes.
- A multi-game absence tightens Wembanyama’s path to the NBA’s 65-game threshold for major awards, potentially affecting Defensive Player of the Year and MVP candidacies.
- Reporters observed Wembanyama wearing a small sleeve and in good spirits; the Spurs are also managing backcourt availability after Stephon Castle’s hip issue and rookie Dylan Harper’s calf strain.