In a significant setback for the San Antonio Spurs, star player Victor Wembanyama will be sidelined for the remainder of the 2024-25 season due to deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder. The team announced this unfortunate news on February 20, shortly after Wembanyama took part in the NBA All-Star Weekend.
Wembanyama, who had a stellar rookie campaign and helped lead France to a silver medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics, entered his second season with lofty expectations. He was living up to the hype, posting impressive averages of 24.3 points, 11.0 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 3.8 blocks, and 1.1 steals per game over 46 games before the All-Star break.
While the Spurs remain optimistic about Wembanyama’s recovery in time for next season, his absence is undoubtedly a significant blow to the team. Currently holding a record of 23-29, they find themselves just 3.5 games shy of a Play-In Tournament berth. The recent addition of De’Aaron Fox had sparked hopes for a playoff push, but Wembanyama’s injury has cast a shadow over those aspirations.
It’s essential for the Spurs to focus on Wembanyama’s long-term health, particularly in the highly competitive Western Conference. Although the team may not be in contention for the championship this season, the situation is disappointing for both the franchise and fans who are excited to witness the development of one of the NBA’s most promising young stars.
