Spurs Guard Stephon Castle Suffers Pelvic Contusion in Lakers Game

Initial assessments show no serious damage, but Castle's status remains uncertain for upcoming Warriors matchup.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle suffered a pelvic contusion during Tuesday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers, forcing him to leave the game early. X-rays revealed no fractures or severe damage, offering relief to the Spurs organization. However, Castle's status for the team's upcoming game against the Golden State Warriors remains uncertain as he recovers from the injury.

Why it matters

Stephon Castle is a key player for the Spurs, and his health is crucial to the team's playoff push. The Spurs have won five straight games and sit in second place in the standings, so Castle's potential absence could impact their momentum and positioning.

The details

Castle suffered the injury after a strong block on Rui Hachimura in the second quarter of the Lakers game. He was taken to the locker room and did not return. Head coach Mitch Johnson hinted that while Castle is expected to be "more than pretty sore," his condition is manageable, and the team remains optimistic about having him back soon.

  • Castle suffered the pelvic contusion in the second quarter of the Spurs' game against the Lakers on February 11, 2026.
  • The Spurs' next game is against the Golden State Warriors on February 12, 2026, the final match before the NBA All-Star break.

The players

Stephon Castle

A guard for the San Antonio Spurs who is a key player for the team and has been a driving force behind their recent five-game winning streak.

Mitch Johnson

The head coach of the San Antonio Spurs, who provided updates on Stephon Castle's injury and recovery status.

Rui Hachimura

A player for the Los Angeles Lakers who was involved in the play that led to Stephon Castle's pelvic contusion.

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What they’re saying

“Stephon Castle is expected to be 'more than pretty sore' tomorrow after his pelvis contusion, but hasn't gotten a status update for tomorrow's game at Golden State.”

— Mitch Johnson, Head Coach, San Antonio Spurs (The Athletic)

What’s next

The Spurs will evaluate Stephon Castle's condition in the next 24 hours to determine his status for the team's game against the Golden State Warriors on February 12, 2026.

The takeaway

Stephon Castle's health is crucial for the Spurs as they look to maintain their momentum and position in the playoff race. While the initial assessments are positive, the team will need to carefully manage Castle's recovery to ensure he can return to the court as soon as possible without risking further injury.