Spurs star Victor Wembanyama leaves Game 2 vs. Portland early, enters concussion protocol after smacking face on court
San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama was removed from Game 2 against the Portland Trail Blazers due to a concussion after a hard fall. Wembanyama's status for Game 3 on Friday is uncertain due to NBA concussion protocol rules.
The San Antonio Spurs lost Victor Wembanyama early in Game 2 against the Portland Trail Blazers due to a concussion. Wembanyama fell face-first onto the floor during the second quarter after colliding with Jrue Holiday. He was ruled out for the rest of the game with five points and four rebounds at the time. Wembanyama was named the NBA's Defensive Player of the Year on Monday. The Spurs and Trail Blazers were tied 57-57 at halftime. Game 3 is scheduled for Friday, but Wembanyama's participation is uncertain due to concussion protocol rules, which require a minimum 48-hour wait before returning to play.
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