Spurs Announce Troubling Victor Wembanyama News on Saturday

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Gavin Groe | Last updated Nov 15, 2025 6:33 PM ET

The San Antonio Spurs have positioned themselves as early contenders in the Western Conference to start the 2025–26 season, and the driving force behind that surge has been Victor Wembanyama.

The 21-year-old French superstar has delivered MVP-level numbers through his first 12 appearances, averaging 26.2 points, 12.9 rebounds and 4.0 assists while shooting 50.2% from the field and 34.5% from three-point range.

Wembanyama has become a dominant presence on both ends of the floor thanks to his rare blend of length, mobility and basketball intelligence. On offense, he scores from all three levels, finishes through contact and stretches defenses with his shooting abilities. He alters shots at the rim, switches onto smaller players and disrupts passing lanes, making him one of the most complete and impactful players in the league.

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) © Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Entering Saturday’s game against the Sacramento Kings, the Spurs are looking to get back on track. After winning eight of their first ten games, San Antonio has dropped two straight, including a one-point loss on Friday against the Golden State Warriors. The Spurs entered the fourth quarter with the lead but ultimately fell 109–108.

Unfortunately, the loss carried more weight as Wembanyama suffered an injury setback. The Spurs announced their official injury report on Saturday, and Wembanyama appeared on it for the first time this season. He is listed as questionable for the matchup with Sacramento due to left calf tightness (h/t Jared Weiss of The Athletic). Wembanyama has yet to miss a game this year.

Victor Wembanyama is questionable for tomorrow’s Spurs vs Kings game with left calf tightness, per the team. Wemby had not missed a game yet this season.
— Jared Weiss (@JaredWeissNBA) November 15, 2025

Wembanyama’s availability remains crucial to San Antonio’s success. Drafted first overall in the 2023 NBA Draft, he was expected to become one of the next faces of the league, and he has delivered on that promise.

Last season, however, his rise was interrupted by a serious health scare that limited him to just 46 games. He was diagnosed with a blood clot in his right shoulder, which forced the Spurs to shut him down shortly after the All-Star break. Despite the shortened season, he still led the NBA in total blocks and earned his first All-Star selection.

This year, he is once again on pace to lead the league in blocks and has been a dominant presence on both ends of the floor. If he can stay healthy, he is well positioned to earn his second consecutive All-Star nod and could even find himself in the conversation for Defensive Player of the Year.

For the Spurs, keeping him on the court is essential to maintaining their early-season momentum and continuing their climb in the Western Conference standings. His status will continue to be monitored.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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