Overview
- Cleared after a two-game absence, Wembanyama came off the bench under a strict minutes restriction against the Grizzlies.
- He produced 30 points in 21 minutes but sat the final 3:46 due to the cap as Memphis won 106-105 on Cam Spencer’s late burst and Santi Aldama’s closing block.
- The Spurs’ medical update cited a minor left-knee hyperextension and bone bruise with no ligament damage on MRI, and he progressed through five-on-five practice before traveling.
- Coach Mitch Johnson said decisions on playing time and availability will be made daily, noting the NBA’s 65-game eligibility rule is a factor but secondary to preserving Wembanyama’s future.
- The team will determine his status for Wednesday’s back-to-back against the Lakers based on how he responds to Tuesday’s workload.