Overview
- Victor Wembanyama was officially ruled out for Monday in New Orleans, marking an 11th straight absence due to an MRI‑confirmed left calf strain from Nov. 14.
- He completed a full team practice Sunday and is considered “iffy” for Wednesday’s NBA Cup quarterfinal at the Lakers, with coach Mitch Johnson indicating he will travel but that travel does not assure he will play.
- Stephon Castle fully practiced, was listed as questionable, and was reported as likely to return Monday, while backup guard Jordan McLaughlin practiced but remained out with a right hamstring strain.
- San Antonio has held steady without Wembanyama, going 7–3 over the past 10 games and entering Monday at 15–7 and fifth in the West.
- The Spurs’ immediate focus is managing availability for the Dec. 10 Cup quarterfinal in Los Angeles after a cautious ramp‑up that included practice participation and updated injury designations.