The San Antonio Spurs take on the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday with a chance to have Victor Wembanyama back in the lineup after two games. The former No. 1 pick sustained a left knee bone bruise on Wednesday against the New York Knicks after he landed awkwardly and hyperextended his leg while grabbing a rebound.
It seemed like a long-term issue at first, but the MRIs returned clean, suggesting that Wembanyama had a bone bruise. Ahead of Tuesday’s visit to Memphis, the Spurs have listed him as questionable, giving Wembanyama a 50-50 chance of playing. He will likely be a game-time decision.
Victor Wembanyama played 5-on-5 in Monday’s practice, so he could be inching closer to his comeback.
Spurs will list Wembanyama as questionable for Tuesday night at Grizzlies. He will be re-evaluated tomorrow in Memphis after playing 5 on 5 at practice this afternoon as a full participant in the workout.
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It’s a massive relief for the Spurs as the superstar center has already dealt with several injuries. Before the knee issue, Wembanyama missed 12 games due to a calf strain. His season tally of missed games is up to 14.
Victor Wembanyama stats vs. Memphis Grizzlies
Victor Wembanyama has averaged 21.0 points, 11.0 rebounds and 5.4 blocks in seven games against the Memphis Grizzlies. He’s shot 42.5% from the field and 29.4% from 3-point range.
Wembanyama missed the first two games between the Spurs and Grizzlies this season. However, San Antonio managed to win both. In their most recent meeting on Dec. 2, the Spurs won 126-119.
Veteran Harrison Barnes had 31 points, while De’Aaron Fox added 29. Four others scored 10 or more points.
Where to watch Victor Wembanyama and San Antonio Spurs in action vs. Memphis Grizzlies?
FanDuel Sports Network Southwest and FanDuel Sports Network Southeast will locally televise the San Antonio Spurs vs. Memphis Grizzlies game. Viewers outside local regions can catch live action online via NBA League Pass from 7:00 p.m. ET.
The Spurs are five-point favorites to win. Memphis is coming off a four-game losing streak, with Cedric Coward and Zach Edey ruled out and Ja Morant iffy to play.
Read more: San Antonio Spurs vs Memphis Grizzlies Prediction, Odds and More – Jan. 6 | 2025-26 NBA Season
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