Victor Wembanyama sustained an injury during a match against Portland on April 21, 2026. He fell forward with a heavy head impact on the court during the second quarter of the second playoff game against the Trail Blazers. He remained on the ground for a few seconds before getting up and heading quickly to the locker rooms unassisted. The French 22-year-old was injured during an offensive move with 8 minutes and 57 seconds left in the quarter.
The Spurs announced before the break that he would not return to the game that evening due to the concussion protocol, with 5 points and 4 rebounds to his name. According to NBA rules, a player should not return to the court if they are considered to have sustained a concussion or show symptoms of one.
If a concussion is confirmed, Wembanyama will have to observe at least 48 hours of rest. He may be available for the third game in Portland on Friday if further examination is positive. San Antonio had won the first game of the series on Sunday with an outstanding performance from the French player, who scored 35 points in his playoff debut.
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