At a Glance
- Victor Wembanyama hyperextends his left knee during the fourth quarter.
- The Spurs win 134-132 over the New York Knicks.
- Wembanyama says he feels fine and plans to play the next game in Indiana.
- Why it matters: Fans and the team want to know if the star will miss upcoming games.
Victor Wembanyama left the court with a hyperextended knee during the fourth quarter of the Spurs’ 134-132 win over the New York Knicks, but returned to the bench before the game ended. He finished with 31 points, 13 rebounds in 24 minutes and remains confident about his recovery.
Game Highlights
The Spurs’ victory avenged a 124-113 loss to the Knicks earlier in the season. Wembanyama created a new tradition, having fans clap after each drum beat, and praised his own performance, saying he was “confident” and “not bad.”
Injury and Recovery
During a rebound attempt, Wembanyama’s left foot slid forward, causing a hyperextension. He was left in the locker room with under 11 minutes remaining, but returned to the bench with 1:22 left, walking without a limp.
- Kelly Olynyk intentionally fouled to allow medical staff to check him.
- Stephon Castle and De’Aaron Fox helped him up before he hobbled to the locker room.
- Brian Wright, the general manager, followed him to the locker room.
Wembanyama stated:
> “I’m feeling good, just sore, very confident.”
Wembanyama added:
> “I’ll be back.”
He expects to play Friday in Indiana, saying:
> “I expect to play in the next game, I don’t know what they’re expecting.”
Key Takeaways
- Wembanyama hyperextended knee but feels ready for the next game.
- The Spurs won 134-132, with him scoring 31 points and grabbing 13 rebounds.
- Team staff and teammates provided immediate support during the injury.
The Spurs and fans remain hopeful that the star center will return quickly for the upcoming series in Indiana.
