The San Antonio Spurs are set to welcome back second-year star Victor Wembanyama when they face the surging Memphis Grizzlies on Monday night. However, newly acquired De’Aaron Fox’s participation remains uncertain.
In a blockbuster trade reported late Sunday, the Spurs acquired Fox from the Sacramento Kings as part of a three-team deal involving the Chicago Bulls, who sent Zach LaVine to the Kings. Fox, averaging 25 points, 6.1 assists, and 5 rebounds per game, is expected to significantly bolster the Spurs’ offense alongside Wembanyama.
Wembanyama, who missed Saturday’s narrow loss to the Miami Heat due to a non-serious illness, is anticipated to return to the lineup. He leads the NBA with an average of 4 blocks per game and has been a dominant force with 24.6 points, 10.9 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game.
The Grizzlies, on a roll with two straight wins and eight victories in their last nine games, will be without star guard Ja Morant due to a right shoulder injury. Memphis has been impressive at home this season with a 20-5 record.
In their recent game, Memphis rallied to defeat the Milwaukee Bucks 132-119, with Jaren Jackson Jr. scoring 37 points and Desmond Bane contributing 22 points and 9 rebounds. The Grizzlies’ bench also played a crucial role, with Santi Aldama adding 23 points and eight rebounds, and Scotty Pippen Jr. providing 10 assists, nine points, five rebounds, and four steals.
