No Texas derby tonight for Victor Wembanyama since the Spurs announced that the French pivot would not be in uniform this evening to face the Rockets. Too bad because the opponent was interesting, and we would have liked to see him face Alperen Sengun and Jabari Smith Jr. It will only be a postponement since the two teams meet again on Wednesday, still at the Frost Bank Center.
“Wemby” is not the only Spur left to rest as Devin Vassell and Tre Jones will remain on the bench. San Antonio will therefore challenge Houston without three starters. On the other hand, Keldon Johnson should make his return this evening, and Gregg Popovich will probably have to wait until Wednesday, and the second round against the Rockets, to line up his five type.
Keldon Johnson excited to play with “Vic”
“That’s what matters most to me.” Vassell reacted about that starting five. “It’s trying to see what our lineup is going to be and how everyone is going to play with each other. I can not wait to be there. »
For Johnson, it’s more the impatience to evolve with Wembanyama, and to enjoy the atmosphere. “This clearly translates into the game, with the audience being enthusiastic and enjoying it. I can’t wait to be on the pitch with Vic, having fun and winning matches.”
After this double confrontation against the Rockets, the Spurs will end their preseason with a trip to the Warriors.
