Overview
- Returning from a knee hyperextension after two missed games, Victor Wembanyama came off the bench and produced 30 points in 21 minutes.
- Memphis erased a late San Antonio lead to win 106-105, with Cam Spencer scoring key points down the stretch alongside Jaren Jackson Jr.
- Wembanyama was removed with 3:45 remaining as a precaution, and San Antonio did not use a timeout on its final possession, a choice questioned in postgame analysis.
- Interim coach Mitch Johnson described Wembanyama’s recent availability as a “yo-yo” and said the team is focused on supporting him through the ups and downs.
- Despite the loss, the Spurs remain second in the West as the Lakers closed ground with a 111-103 win in New Orleans behind 30 points each from LeBron James and Luka Doncic, while Minnesota beat Miami 122-94 with 26 from Anthony Edwards.