The San Antonio Spurs faced a huge blow ahead of their regular-season clash against the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday.
Victor Wembanyama and Stephon Castle not available for the clash vs Memphis Grizzlies
Victor Wembanyama and Stephon Castle were ruled out of the game, while a total of six players were placed on the team's injury report.
Victor Wembanyama's injury
Wembanyama is facing a left calf strain and will stay on the sidelines. Given how the calf issues escalated into more serious injuries, the Spurs are set to take cautious approach with their phenom. As per the reports, the 7-foot-4 center remains motivated after his latest injury blow.
victor Wembanyama's stats in the current season
Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs to a 9-4 start to the season and was establishing himself as a strong candidate for the Defensive Player of the Year award and the regular-season MVP aaward. The shot-blocking expert is averaging 26.2 points on 50.2% shooting, consisting of 34.5% from deep, along with 12.9 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 1.1 steals and 3.6 blocks per game.
Latest update on Stephon Castle
Stephon Castle, who is going through a four-year, $41,351,699 deal, will also miss Tuesday's clash against the Grizzlies. The young guard is facing a left hip flexor soreness and will miss his first game of the season.
List of ruled out players
Rookie Dylan Harper will stay on the sideline with a left calf strain and will miss his eighth consecutive game. Jordan McLaughlin in ruled out with left hamstring tightness. David Jones Garcia (G League two-way) and Riley Minix (G League two-way) are both placed as questionable.
When and where to watch San Antonio Spurs vs Memphis Grizzlies?
San Antonio will host the Memphis Grizzlies at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas, on Tuesday.
The Spurs vs Grizzlies game will air on NBC. NBA League Pass and Fubo TV app and website will provide the online streaming services.
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