San Antonio Spurs are set to face the Atlanta Hawks in their upcoming fixture of the ongoing NBA 2025-26 season. The franchise is coming off a 119-94 win against the Washington Wizards. Victor Wembanyama recorded 15 points, eight rebounds, and four assists. He also added four blocks while playing just 17 minutes before he was restricted.
The Frenchman was restricted for the third game as he had just returned after missing 12 games due to a calf injury. The team is set to face the Hawks, who are 9th in the Eastern Conference with a 15-13 record. Spurs would need their big man to continue their dominance, win, and improve their record. So, is he playing in the upcoming fixture? Let us have a look.
Is Victor Wembanyama playing against Hawks? Spurs star’s latest injury update
Yes. Victor Wembanyama is slated to play for the San Antonio Spurs’ away game against the Atlanta Hawks on Friday, December 19, 2025. The player has not been listed on the injury list for the side.
However, Wembanyama is expected to play limited minutes again. The 21-year-old did not play in the first quarter for the Spurs and came off the bench. The player was limited from rushing him full-time as he recovers to get on the floor.
This also suggests that the player was given a rest so that he may make his return stronger against the Hawks. The Spurs recently lost the Emirates NBA Cup in the championship game against the New York Knicks with a score of 113-124.
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