{"id":715777,"date":"2026-04-22T10:36:29","date_gmt":"2026-04-22T10:36:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/715777\/"},"modified":"2026-04-22T10:36:29","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T10:36:29","slug":"will-victor-wembanyama-play-game-3-teammate-reveals-what-wembanyama-told-him","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/715777\/","title":{"rendered":"Will Victor Wembanyama Play Game 3? Teammate Reveals What Wembanyama Told Him"},"content":{"rendered":"

\t\t\t\t\"Victor\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n

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The NBA is sharing Victor Wembanyama news ahead of the San Antonio Spurs’ series against the Portland Trial Blazers.<\/p>\n

The San Antonio Spurs<\/a> lost Game 2 to the Portland Trail Blazers<\/a> 106-103 on Tuesday night, surrendering a 14-point fourth-quarter lead in a collapse that leveled the series at 1-1. The result was secondary to what happened in the second quarter, when Victor Wembanyama<\/a> went down hard after losing his footing on a drive to the basket.<\/p>\n

He fell forward and hit his face on the court<\/a>. He lay there for several seconds, clearly in pain, and when he tried to get up he was visibly dazed. The Spurs called a timeout. Wembanyama eventually made his way to the locker room under his own power, but he did not return. The team later confirmed he had been placed in concussion protocol.<\/p>\n

After the game, Dylan Harper<\/a> shared what Wembanyama said to him in the moments immediately after the fall.<\/p>\n

Victor Wembanyama hits his head hard on the floor, after the drive and spin move on Jrue Holiday.<\/p>\n

He looks dazed and confused, the Spurs take a timeout and he heads to the locker room. With replays. <\/p>\n

What Harper Said About Wembanyama\"Dylan<\/p>\n

GettyDylan Harper of the San Antonio Spurs.<\/p>\n

Harper did not hide his concern when he addressed reporters postgame.<\/p>\n

\u201cI mean, he spun, hit his head and it was over,\u201d Harper said<\/a>. \u201cI tried to talk to him. He was like, \u2018I\u2019m good, my head just hurts a little bit.\u2019 We\u2019re obviously gonna pray for him.\u201d<\/p>\n

He was careful not to overstate what he knew about Wembanyama\u2019s condition, while making clear his belief in his teammate\u2019s toughness.<\/p>\n

\u201cHe\u2019s one of the toughest guys I know, so he\u2019s gonna shake back real quick,\u201d Harper said<\/a>. \u201cI don\u2019t know how he\u2019s feeling right now. Hopefully he\u2019s feeling better than everyone thinks.\u201d<\/p>\n

Spurs guard Dylan Harper, on his reaction\u00a0when\u00a0Victor\u00a0Wembanyama\u00a0went down: \u201cI tried to talk to him. He was like, \u2018I\u2019m doing good, my head just hurts a little bit.\u2019\u00a0We\u2019re\u00a0obviously going to pray for him.\u00a0He\u2019s\u00a0one of the toughest guys I know.\u00a0He\u2019s\u00a0going to shake back\u00a0real\u00a0quick.\u201d <\/p>\n

What the Injury Means for Wembanyama and the Series<\/p>\n

Wembanyama has been diagnosed with a concussion and placed in the NBA\u2019s concussion protocol<\/a>. He will not be able to participate in basketball activities for at least 48 hours, with any return dependent on how his symptoms develop. Further testing was scheduled for Wednesday.<\/p>\n

Spurs coach Mitch Johnson<\/a> addressed the situation postgame without offering a specific timeline.<\/p>\n

\u201cI just know he has a concussion and he\u2019s in the protocol,\u201d Johnson said<\/a>. \u201cWe\u2019ll obviously take the proper and appropriate steps.\u201d<\/p>\n

The next game is Friday in Portland for Game 3. Whether Wembanyama is available is unclear. The protocol is non-negotiable, and the Spurs will not be able to rush his return regardless of the stakes.<\/p>\n

His absence from Game 2 was immediately felt. Wembanyama had played just 12 minutes before leaving, recording five points on 1-of-3 shooting<\/a>. Without him, Portland found the space to stage their comeback. Scoot Henderson<\/a> finished with a season-high 31 points<\/a> and carried the Trail Blazers back from 14 down in the fourth quarter to steal the win.<\/p>\n

San Antonio Spurs coach Mitch Johnson on the injury\u00a0to star center Victor\u00a0Wembanyama:\u00a0\u201cI just know he has a concussion, and he\u2019s in the protocol, and we\u2019ll\u00a0obviously\u00a0take the proper and appropriate steps.\u201d\u00a0
\nJohnson was uncertain on the injury to Harrison Barnes. <\/p>\n

What the Spurs Would Be Missing\"NBA<\/p>\n

GettyVictor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs.<\/p>\n

Wembanyama finished the regular season averaging 25 points, 11.5 rebounds, and 3.1 blocks<\/a>, becoming the first unanimous Defensive Player of the Year in NBA history<\/a>. He was dominant in Game 1, putting up 35 points in the Spurs\u2019 111-98 victory and breaking Tim Duncan\u2019s franchise record for points in a playoff debut<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Losing him for any extended period would be a significant blow to a Spurs team making their first postseason appearance since 2019.<\/p>\n

Devin Vassell<\/a> acknowledged what the team faces if Wembanyama cannot go Friday.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe all got to step up,\u201d Vassell said<\/a>. \u201cWe know what Vic brings to the table. It\u2019s gonna be the next man up. That\u2019s a huge void to fill.\u201d<\/p>\n

Final Word for the Spurs<\/p>\n

Wembanyama told Harper he was good. Harper is praying for him anyway.<\/p>\n

The protocol will determine the timeline. The Spurs will not know more until Wednesday\u2019s testing gives them a clearer picture. Game 3 in Portland is Friday.<\/p>\n

San Antonio is hoping their franchise player shakes back as quickly as Harper believes he will.<\/p>\n

\n\t\t\tKeith Watkins<\/a> Keith Watkins is a sports journalist covering the NBA for Heavy.com, with a focus on the Golden State Warriors, Boston Celtics, and Los Angeles Lakers. He previously wrote for FanSided, NBA Analysis Network, and Last Word On Sports. Keith is based in Bangkok, Thailand. More about Keith Watkins<\/a>\t\t<\/p>\n

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