Wembanyama's Knee Scare: No Ligament Damage, Status Day-to-Day for Spurs Star
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San Antonio Spurs' All-Star center Victor Wembanyama has been given a sigh of relief after an MRI revealed no ligament damage in his hyperextended left knee. The 19-year-old big man will, however, miss the team's game against the Pacers in Indiana on Friday. Wembanyama suffered the injury during Wednesday's win over the New York Knicks, when he hyperextended his knee while attempting to gather an offensive rebound. Despite feeling fine after the game, the Spurs' medical staff decided to err on the side of caution and keep him in San Antonio for rehabilitation. The young center was seen hobbling to the locker room after the incident, but managed to return to the bench without a limp and watched as the Spurs secured a thrilling 134-132 victory. Wembanyama's absence is a blow to the Southwest Division-leading Spurs, who will be looking to maintain their momentum without their star player. The Spurs have confirmed that Wembanyama's status is day-to-day, and his return to the court will be determined by the team's medical staff. The 6'11" center is averaging 24.3 points and 11.7 rebounds per game this season, and his absence will be keenly felt by the Spurs as they continue their quest for success in the NBA.
