US EditionPhiladelphia 76ers Lose to San Antonio Spurs, Despite Victor Wembanyama Exiting with Injury
- On Monday, San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama exited the game against Philadelphia after suffering a bruised left rib, though the Spurs secured a 115-102 victory.
- Wembanyama sustained the injury when Philadelphia forward Paul George inadvertently struck him in the side while attempting to deflect a pass during the second quarter.
- Stephon Castle recorded a triple-double, marking his fifth of the season, while Wembanyama played 15 minutes before departing the game.
- Ruled out for the second half, Wembanyama headed to the locker room as Luke Kornet replaced him in the lineup, contributing 10 points.
- With Wembanyama's status for the final week unknown, his eligibility for the league's MVP award remains a focus, as NBA rules allow games of 15 to 19.59 minutes to count toward the 65 games required.
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In the NBA, the San Antonio Spurs earned their 60th win of the season, but French superstar Victor Wembanyama was injured in the second quarter and was unable to finish the game.
The Frenchman of 2m24 injured himself in the match against Philadelphia, won by his team. His coach Mitch Johnson seemed rather reassured at the end of the match.
In the run for the season's best player title, the Frenchie des Spurs was injured in the Spurs victory over Philadelphia (115-102) last night in the NBA.
The San Antonio Spurs won their 60th NBA game in a 115-102 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers, but lost Victor Wembanyama to injury. It's unclear how long the tall Frenchman will be out after suffering a rib injury.
Stephon Castle scored 17 points, dealt 13 assists and captured 10 rebounds, and the San Antonio Spurs resisted beating the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday 115-102 despite losing Victor Wembanyama in the first half due to a concussion on the left rib.
Philadelphia 76ers lose to San Antonio Spurs, despite Victor Wembanyama exiting with injury
Stephon Castle had 17 points, 13 assists and 10 rebounds and the San Antonio Spurs held on to beat the Philadelphia 76ers 115-102 after losing Victor Wembanyama in the first half due to a left rib contusion.
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