Spurs Hopeful Wembanyama Will Play vs. Blazers Despite Rib Injury

X-rays negative, San Antonio optimistic star rookie will suit up for at least one of final three games

Apr. 7, 2026 at 10:08pm

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The San Antonio Spurs are hoping that top draft pick Victor Wembanyama will be available for Wednesday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers. Wembanyama left prematurely in the Spurs' Monday win over the Philadelphia 76ers due to a left rib contusion, but x-rays came back negative and the team is confident the injury is not long-term.

Why it matters

Wembanyama is the Spurs' franchise centerpiece, and his health is crucial as the team looks to finish the season strong and build momentum heading into the offseason. The Spurs are optimistic about their young star's recovery and want to get him back on the court for at least one of the final three regular-season games.

The details

In the Spurs' initial injury report, Wembanyama was listed as doubtful for the matchup with the Trail Blazers due to the rib contusion. However, the team is now expressing confidence that Wembanyama will be able to suit up for at least one of their final three games of the season.

  • Wembanyama left prematurely in the Spurs' 115-102 Monday home win over the Philadelphia 76ers due to a left rib contusion.
  • X-rays for Wembanyama came back negative.

The players

Victor Wembanyama

The San Antonio Spurs' top draft pick and franchise centerpiece, who suffered a left rib contusion in the team's Monday win over the Philadelphia 76ers.

San Antonio Spurs

The NBA team that is hoping Wembanyama will be available for their upcoming game against the Portland Trail Blazers as they look to finish the season strong.

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What they’re saying

“The San Antonio Spurs are hoping that Victor Wembanyama will be available for Wednesday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers.”

— Shams Charania, ESPN Reporter

What’s next

The Spurs will continue to monitor Wembanyama's progress and provide updates on his status leading up to Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers.

The takeaway

The Spurs' top priority is ensuring Wembanyama's long-term health, but they are optimistic the rookie sensation will be able to suit up for at least one of the team's final three regular-season games as they look to build momentum heading into the offseason.