The 10-game glimpse NBA fans got of Victor Wembanyama this season was tantalizing. The 7-foot-5 French star was leading the league in blocks again, averaging career highs in many of the major statistical categories and had the San Antonio Spurs positioned as an early Western Conference contender.
But just like last season, Wembanyama’s momentum has been slowed by injury. He’s closing in on nearly a month since his last NBA appearance, though the Spurs have done an admirable job in his absence to remain within striking distance in the standings. The good news is Wembanyama seems to be nearing his return after a positive update during the team’s current road trip.
The Spurs face the New Orleans Pelicans on Monday, Dec. 8. Will Wembanyama be playing? Here’s the latest update on his injury situation, as well as his status when San Antonio plays the Pelicans:
Is Victor Wembanyama playing today?
No. Wembanyama is listed as out on the Spurs injury report ahead of their game against the New Orleans Pelicans on Monday, Dec. 8. He is expected to miss his 11th consecutive game.
Victor Wembanyama injury update
Wembanyama joined the team in New Orleans after not traveling to start this current road trip and was a full participant in a practice on Sunday, according to the San Antonio Express-News. Wembanyama appeared in just 46 games last season after being diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder.
Victor Wembanyama stats
Wembanyama was off to a strong start in his third NBA season, leading the league in blocks again (3.6 per game) and ranking second in rebounds (12.9). The 2024 NBA Rookie of the Year is averaging a career-best 26.2 points while shooting better than 50% from the floor through 12 games of the 2025-26 season.