Overview
- Spurs coach Mitch Johnson said Wembanyama will play Tuesday in Memphis after missing two games with a left knee injury diagnosed as a bone bruise.
- The 21-year-old hyperextended the knee on Dec. 31 against the Knicks, and an MRI the next day showed no ligament damage.
- San Antonio had listed him day-to-day, put him through five-on-five work, and had him travel before confirming a cautious bench role.
- Johnson emphasized ongoing management and noted Wembanyama has four more allowable absences before falling short of awards eligibility.
- Wembanyama leads the Spurs with roughly 24 points, 12 rebounds and 3 blocks per game after previously returning from a 12-game calf strain layoff.