Trending Now - Victor Wembanyama Faces Concussion Protocol After Game 2 Fall
WHO:
NBC Sports - Spurs coach Mitch Johnson stated that Wembanyama did not suffer a fractured jaw and is only being treated for the concussion.
AP News - Spurs guard Devin Vassell said, “We’ve all got to step up. We know what Vic brings to the table... It’s going to be next man up.”
ESPN - Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio Spurs, Portland Trail Blazers, Jrue Holiday, Stephon Castle, Mitch Johnson, Brian Wright
ESPN - Wembanyama was named the NBA's Defensive Player of the Year on April 20th, 2026.
WHAT:
AP News - Wembanyama was ruled out for the remainder of Game 2 after hitting his head on the court with 8:57 remaining in the second quarter.
RealGM Basketball - Wembanyama was diagnosed with a concussion after hitting the floor during Game 2.
RealGM Basketball - The Spurs went 12-6 during the regular season without Wembanyama.
ESPN - Wembanyama was ruled out for the remainder of Game 2 after a face-first fall to the court.
AP News - Wembanyama was diagnosed with a concussion after the incident in Game 2.
AP News - Spurs coach Mitch Johnson confirmed, “He has a concussion and he is in the protocol,” after the game.
AP News - Wembanyama averaged 25 points, 11.5 rebounds, and a league-best 3.1 blocks during the 2025-2026 season.
AP News - The Spurs finished the regular season with the league's second-best record.
AP News - Wembanyama had five points, four rebounds, one blocked shot, and one assist in 12 minutes during Game 2 before being ruled out.
AP News - Spurs general manager Brian Wright accompanied Wembanyama to the locker room for evaluation after his fall.
AP News - Luke Kornet replaced Wembanyama and finished with 10 points and nine rebounds in 28 minutes during Game 2.
AP News - The Spurs blew a 14-point fourth-quarter lead in the playoffs for the first time since 2003, a span of 76 games.
Fox News - Victor Wembanyama was placed in concussion protocol and ruled out of Game 2 against the Trail Blazers after a fall.
RealGM Basketball - Wembanyama was diagnosed with a concussion after hitting the floor during Game 2.
ESPN - Wembanyama scored 35 points in Game 1 of the series against the Trail Blazers.
ESPN - The Spurs lost Game 2 to the Trail Blazers with a score of 106-103.
ESPN - Wembanyama was ruled out for the remainder of Game 2 after hitting his head on the court during a fall.
AP News - Wembanyama was diagnosed with a concussion after the incident in Game 2.
AP News - Spurs coach Mitch Johnson stated, “We’ll take the proper and appropriate steps,” regarding Wembanyama's concussion protocol.
AP News - The Spurs lost Game 2 to the Trail Blazers with a score of 106-103, evening the series at one game apiece.
RealGM Basketball - Wembanyama had five points, four rebounds, one blocked shot, and one assist in 12 minutes before being ruled out of Game 2.
AP News - Luke Kornet replaced Wembanyama and finished with 10 points and nine rebounds in 28 minutes during Game 2.
AP News - The Spurs blew a 14-point fourth-quarter lead in the playoffs for the first time since 2003, a span of 76 games.
AP News - Wembanyama was ruled out for the remainder of Game 2 after hitting his head on the court.
ESPN - Wembanyama had five points, four rebounds, one blocked shot, and one assist in 12 minutes before being ruled out of Game 2.
RealGM Basketball - Wembanyama was diagnosed with a concussion after hitting the floor during Game 2.
AP News - The Spurs lost Game 2 to the Trail Blazers with a score of 106-103, evening the series at one game apiece.
ESPN - Wembanyama was diagnosed with a concussion after hitting the floor during Game 2.
AP News - Spurs coach Mitch Johnson confirmed, “He has a concussion. He’s in the protocol,” after the game.
AP News - Wembanyama averaged 25 points, 11.5 rebounds, and a league-best 3.1 blocks during the 2025-2026 season.
AP News - The Spurs finished the regular season with the league's second-best record.
AP News - Wembanyama had five points, four rebounds, one blocked shot, and one assist in 12 minutes during Game 2 before being ruled out.
AP News - Spurs general manager Brian Wright accompanied Wembanyama to the locker room for evaluation after his fall.
AP News - Luke Kornet replaced Wembanyama and finished with 10 points and nine rebounds in 28 minutes during Game 2.
AP News - The Spurs blew a 14-point fourth-quarter lead in the playoffs for the first time since 2003, a span of 76 games.
Fox News - Victor Wembanyama was placed in concussion protocol and ruled out of Game 2 against the Trail Blazers after a fall.
RealGM Basketball - Wembanyama was diagnosed with a concussion after hitting the floor during Game 2.
ESPN - Wembanyama scored 35 points in Game 1 of the series against the Trail Blazers.
ESPN - The Spurs lost Game 2 to the Trail Blazers with a score of 106-103.
WHERE:
ESPN - The incident occurred during Game 2 of the first-round playoff series in San Antonio, Texas.
WHEN:
RealGM Basketball - Game 3 is scheduled for April 24th, 2026.
ESPN - Wembanyama was injured on April 21st, 2026, with 8:57 remaining in the second quarter.
RealGM Basketball - Game 3 is scheduled for April 24th, 2026.
ESPN - Wembanyama was injured on April 21st, 2026, with 8:57 remaining in the second quarter.
RealGM Basketball - Game 3 is scheduled for April 24th, 2026.
ESPN - Wembanyama was injured on April 21st, 2026, with 8:57 remaining in the second quarter.
RealGM Basketball - Game 3 is scheduled for April 24th, 2026.
ESPN - The injury occurred on April 21st, 2026, during the second quarter of Game 2.
RealGM Basketball - Game 3 is scheduled for April 24th, 2026.
WHY:
ESPN - Wembanyama fell after being fouled by Jrue Holiday and was unable to brace himself, resulting in a face-first fall.
ESPN - Wembanyama fell after being fouled by Jrue Holiday and was unable to brace himself, resulting in a face-first fall.
HOW:
NBC Sports - The NBA’s concussion protocol states that a player must undergo neurological testing and receive final clearance from a team doctor in consultation with the league’s concussion protocol director before returning to play.
AP News - Under league guidelines, a player in the concussion protocol must have at least 48 hours of inactivity and recovery before being cleared to play.
AP News - A physician must review video of the incident before any return to play is permitted.
AP News - A player in the concussion protocol must undergo neurological testing and receive final clearance from a team doctor in consultation with the league’s concussion protocol director.
AP News - Under league guidelines, a player in the concussion protocol must have at least 48 hours of inactivity and recovery before being cleared to play.
AP News - A physician must review video of the incident before any return to play is permitted.
AP News - Under league guidelines, a player in the concussion protocol must have at least 48 hours of inactivity and recovery before being cleared to play.
AP News - A physician must review video of the incident before any return to play is permitted.
AP News - A player in the concussion protocol must undergo neurological testing and receive final clearance from a team doctor in consultation with the league’s concussion protocol director.
AP News - Under league guidelines, a player in the concussion protocol must have at least 48 hours of inactivity and recovery before being cleared to play.
RealGM Basketball - Under NBA concussion protocol, Wembanyama was removed from the game and evaluated in a distraction-free environment.
RealGM Basketball - A physician must review video of the incident before any return to play is permitted.
(UPDATED April 22, 2026 23:13 UTC)
In a concerning development for the San Antonio Spurs, coach Mitch Johnson confirmed that Victor Wembanyama did not suffer a fractured jaw but is being treated for a concussion after hitting his head during Game 2. Wembanyama will miss the remainder of the game, and guard Devin Vassell emphasized the need for the team to step up in his absence, noting that they have a solid track record without him. Game 3 is set for April 24th, and Wembanyama will need to pass neurological testing and receive clearance from a team doctor before he can return to the court.
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(UPDATED April 22, 2026 21:20 UTC)
Victor Wembanyama has been ruled out for the remainder of Game 2 against the Trail Blazers after suffering a concussion from a fall during the game on Tuesday. Spurs coach Mitch Johnson confirmed the diagnosis and stated that Wembanyama is now in the concussion protocol, which requires at least 48 hours of inactivity before he can be cleared to play. The Spurs lost the game with a score of 106 to 103, marking the first time since 2003 that they blew a 14-point fourth-quarter lead in the playoffs.
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(UPDATED April 22, 2026 17:20 UTC)
In a tough turn of events for the Spurs, Victor Wembanyama has been ruled out for the remainder of Game 2 after suffering a concussion from a fall on the court. The Spurs lost the game to the Trail Blazers with a close score of 106 to 103, evening the playoff series at one game apiece, and coach Mitch Johnson emphasized that they will take the proper steps regarding Wembanyama's concussion protocol. With Game 3 scheduled for April 24th, Wembanyama will need at least 48 hours of recovery and a physician's review of the incident before he can be cleared to play again.
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(UPDATED April 22, 2026 09:20 UTC)
In a tough turn of events for the Spurs, Victor Wembanyama has been ruled out for the remainder of Game 2 after suffering a concussion from hitting his head on the court, where he had already contributed five points, four rebounds, one blocked shot, and one assist in just 12 minutes. The Spurs lost the game to the Trail Blazers with a close score of 106 to 103, evening the series at one game apiece. Under league guidelines, Wembanyama will need at least 48 hours of inactivity and recovery, along with a physician's review of the incident, before he can be cleared to return to play.
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(UPDATED April 22, 2026 07:22 UTC)
Victor Wembanyama was diagnosed with a concussion after hitting the floor during Game 2 on Tuesday, and Spurs coach Mitch Johnson confirmed he is now in the concussion protocol. Wembanyama had an impressive season, averaging 25 points, 11.5 rebounds, and a league-best 3.1 blocks, helping the Spurs finish with the second-best record in the league. Game 3 is set for April 24th, and Wembanyama will need to pass neurological testing and receive clearance from a team doctor before he can return to play.
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(UPDATED April 22, 2026 05:41 UTC)
In a tough Game 2, Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama was ruled out after scoring five points and grabbing four rebounds in just 12 minutes, following a fall that required evaluation with general manager Brian Wright. Luke Kornet stepped in for Wembanyama and contributed 10 points and nine rebounds over 28 minutes, but the Spurs ultimately lost after blowing a 14-point lead in the fourth quarter, marking their first such collapse in the playoffs since 2003. Under league guidelines, Wembanyama will need at least 48 hours of inactivity and recovery before he can be cleared to play again.
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(UPDATED April 22, 2026 03:59 UTC)
Victor Wembanyama was named the NBA's Defensive Player of the Year on Monday, but his playoff run took a hit when he was placed in concussion protocol after a fall during Game 2 against the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday. Wembanyama, who scored 35 points in Game 1, was ruled out of Game 2, which the Spurs lost 106 to 103, after hitting the floor face-first following a foul by Jrue Holiday. Game 3 of the series is set for April 24th, and Wembanyama's return will depend on a physician's review of the incident and adherence to the NBA's concussion protocol.