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Victor Wembanyama Sidelined for Season Due to Blood Clot Diagnosis

The Spurs confirm their star center will return next season, prioritizing his health after a serious but manageable condition.

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) reacts during a game against the Washington Wizards on Feb. 10, 2025.
Feb 16, 2025; San Francisco, CA, USA; Chuck’s Global Stars forward Victor Wembanyama (1) of the San Antonio Spurs shoots the ball against Shaq’s OGsduring the 2025 NBA All Star Game at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Victor Wembanyama has been diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in his right shoulder and will miss the remainder of the 2024-25 NBA season.
  • The San Antonio Spurs have assured fans that Wembanyama's condition poses no long-term health risks and that he is expected to return for the start of the next season.
  • NBA legends Shaquille O’Neal and Charles Barkley praised the Spurs' decision to prioritize Wembanyama's health over short-term playoff aspirations.
  • Wembanyama's absence significantly impacts the Spurs’ playoff hopes, as the team currently sits 12th in the Western Conference despite recent improvements following the acquisition of De’Aaron Fox.
  • The diagnosis has broader implications for the NBA, including changes to the Defensive Player of the Year race and potential ripple effects in the league's draft lottery dynamics.