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TJ Manotoc

<div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1740101656166AFP__20250201__2196406529__v1__Preview__MilwaukeeBucksVSanAntonioSpurs.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs looks on during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks on January 31, 2025 at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images/AFP "/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:left">Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Spurs looks on during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks on January 31, 2025 at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. <em>Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images/AFP </em></span></span></span></div><p>In a significant setback for the San Antonio Spurs, All-Star center Victor Wembanyama is expected to miss the remainder of the 2024-2025 NBA season due to deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in his right shoulder. </p><p>The diagnosis, announced today, reveals a blood clot condition that requires immediate treatment, effectively sidelining him for the rest of the season.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-2" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DGTbcr9RTQu/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A2%2C%22os%22%3A981800.0000000001%2C%22ls%22%3A929181%2C%22le%22%3A929417%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="517" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-2" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><strong>Wembanyama’s Stellar Season Cut Short</strong></div><p>Wembanyama, the 7-foot-3 French phenom and No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, has been nothing short of dominant in his second NBA season. The first-time All-Star was averaging 24.3 points, 11 rebounds, 3.8 blocks (leading the NBA), and 3.7 assists</p><p>His defensive impact had positioned him as a leading contender for Defensive Player of the Year before this unfortunate medical issue.</p><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DGPDUk-yEO5/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A929421%2C%22ls%22%3A929181%2C%22le%22%3A929417%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="969" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><strong>Spurs’ Outlook: Recent Additions Show Promise</strong></div><p>The Spurs (23-29, 12th in the West) now face an uphill battle for a playoff push without their franchise cornerstone. However, the team has recently bolstered its roster with moves that show a bright future by adding De’Aaron Fox from the Sacramento Kings in a blockbuster trade. </p><p>The electrifying point guard is averaging 21.6 points, 7.8 assists, and 1.8 steals since joining San Antonio and is expected to be a key piece in Wembanyama’s return next season. Rookie Standout Stephon Castle, the No. 4 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft has already shown star potential. He recently set a Spurs rookie record with a 33-point performance off the bench against the Charlotte Hornets.</p><p>While losing Wembanyama is a major blow, the Spurs’ front office remains optimistic about the team’s long-term outlook. With Fox running the offense, Castle emerging as a reliable scorer, and Wembanyama expected to make a full recovery, the future in San Antonio looks promising.</p><p>For now, the focus will be on Wembanyama’s health, ensuring the Spurs’ young superstar returns stronger for the 2025-26 season.</p>

<p>In a significant setback for the San Antonio Spurs, All-Star center Victor Wembanyama is expected to miss the remainder of the 2024-2025 NBA season due to deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in his right shoulder. </p>

In a significant setback for the San Antonio Spurs, All-Star center Victor Wembanyama is expected to miss the remainder of the 2024-2025 NBA season due to deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in his right shoulder.

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Wembanyama out for season due to blood clot in shoulder, Spurs announce

TJ Manotoc

Published February 21, 2025 02:44 AM PHT

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Updated February 21, 2025 09:34 AM PHT

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