{"id":703970,"date":"2026-04-07T20:10:03","date_gmt":"2026-04-07T20:10:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/703970\/"},"modified":"2026-04-07T20:10:03","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T20:10:03","slug":"spurs-beat-76ers-after-losing-wembanyama-to-injury","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/703970\/","title":{"rendered":"Spurs Beat 76ers After Losing Wembanyama to Injury"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"submission-link-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=San+Antonio%2C+TX&amp;city=San+Antonio&amp;type=Update+Existing+Story&amp;headline=Spurs+Beat+76ers+After+Losing+Wembanyama+to+Injury&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Ftx%2Fsan-antonio%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F07%2Fspurs-beat-76ers-after-losing-wembanyama-to-injury%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got story updates? Submit your updates here. \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/69d5482ad3b40.jpg\" alt=\"A fractured, geometric painting depicting a basketball game, with the players' forms broken down into abstract shapes and the court fading into the background, conveying the uncertainty and disruption caused by an injury to a key player.\" width=\"1344\" height=\"768\" class=\"news-image\"\/>A cubist interpretation of the Spurs&#8217; victory over the 76ers, with the loss of star rookie Victor Wembanyama to injury adding an air of uncertainty to the game.San Antonio Today<\/p>\n<p>The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 115-102 on Monday, but lost rookie star Victor Wembanyama to a left rib contusion in the first half. Spurs guard Stephon Castle had a triple-double with 17 points, 13 assists, and 10 rebounds to lead his team to victory.<\/p>\n<p>      Why it matters<\/p>\n<p>Wembanyama is considered one of the top prospects in the NBA and his health is crucial for the Spurs as they make a push for the playoffs. The team will need to monitor his status closely for the final week of the regular season.<\/p>\n<p>            The details<\/p>\n<p>Wembanyama left the game in the first half after suffering a left rib contusion. The Spurs were still able to hold on and defeat the 76ers 115-102, led by Stephon Castle&#8217;s triple-double performance.<\/p>\n<p>      The game took place on Monday, April 7, 2026.<\/p>\n<p>        The players<\/p>\n<p>        Stephon Castle<\/p>\n<p>A Spurs guard who had 17 points, 13 assists, and 10 rebounds in the win.<\/p>\n<p>Victor Wembanyama<\/p>\n<p>The Spurs&#8217; rookie star who left the game in the first half due to a left rib contusion.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=San+Antonio%2C+TX&amp;city=San+Antonio&amp;type=Upload+Story+Photos&amp;headline=Spurs+Beat+76ers+After+Losing+Wembanyama+to+Injury&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Ftx%2Fsan-antonio%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F07%2Fspurs-beat-76ers-after-losing-wembanyama-to-injury%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got photos? Submit your photos here. \u203a<\/a><br \/>\n            What\u2019s next<\/p>\n<p>The Spurs will need to monitor Wembanyama&#8217;s status and determine if he can return for the final week of the regular season.<\/p>\n<p>        The takeaway<\/p>\n<p>Despite losing their star rookie to injury, the Spurs were still able to defeat a tough 76ers team, showcasing the team&#8217;s depth and resilience as they make a push for the playoffs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Got story updates? 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