NBA – After the concern, the major update on Wembanyama: “The Spurs expect…

Absent for his first match of the season, Victor Wembanyama was given a little rest against the Pelicans from the Spurs last Saturday. But should we be worried about the Frenchman’s health? Obviously, no.

Victim of some hip pain, Victor Wembanyama missed the match against the Pelicans last week. It must be said that the Frenchman was back-to-back, with a very demanding match against the Hawks the day before. Even before the start of the season, the Spurs had already warned that their approach would be very protective with the former Mets player.

Even if the player makes the necessary efforts to try to play all 82 matches, it is also important to let the player breathe when the opportunity presents itself. The good news is that Victor’s pain is not too severe according to the San Antonio medical staff. This is why his presence is almost confirmed this Wednesday… against Wolves.

Wembanyama already back?

While the Spurs will have a very difficult match to manage against Minnesota (15-4 record), Wemby should be in the game according to journalist Tom Orsborn. The Frenchman is largely fit to play and will be on the floor to try to stand up to a Rudy Gobert in full swing. We were also entitled to a very short training video.

Wemby at practice this morning. Spurs expect him to return at Minnesota on Wednesday after he missed Saturday’s loss at New Orleans as precaution with right hip tightness.

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— Tom Orsborn (@tom_orsborn) December 3, 2023

Orsborn: “Wemby in training this morning. The Spurs expect him to return to Minnesota this Wednesday after missing the game against New Orleans this Saturday as a precaution for right hip soreness.”

A small relief for the supporters, curious to know if Wembanyama’s injury was serious or not. Judging by Orsborn, the answer is no. Some pain, certainly, but that’s not surprising after several weeks of competition. Victor and the Spurs will have to learn to make do until April, for the end of the regular season.

Despite hip pain, Victor Wembanyama is better after a few days of rest. So much the better for Spurs, who will need him to try to create a surprise against Wolves, and especially to end this series of defeats. See you later in the week.