The star center of the San Antonio Spurs, Victor Wembanyamawill not play the second half of this Monday’s match (6) against the Philadelphia 76ers, after suffering a left rib bruise during a collision with Paul George in the first half.
Wembanyama went to the Spurs locker room twice in the second quarter after the injury, but finished the first half on the court. He recorded 17 points, five rebounds and three blocks in more than 16 minutes of playing time — which counts as an official game for consideration in postseason awards.
Wembanyama, 22 years old, is in contention for the MVP (Most Valuable Player) in your. He entered the game averaging 24.9 points, 11.6 rebounds, 3.1 assists and a league-leading 3.1 blocks per game.
This Monday marked the 63rd game from Wembanyama in the season. Players must appear in 65 games to qualify for postseason awards. Spurs have three games remaining after today’s match.
