Victor Wembanyama is still in contention to play for the San Antonio Spurs in the crucial Game Three in Portland on Friday night.The Spurs superstar caused consternation at the Frost Bank Center when he crumbled to the floor after hitting his chin on the court in the second quarter of a game the Trail Blazers won 106-103 last night to level the best-of-seven first-round Western Conference series at 1-1.Wembanyama is now in the concussion protocol which means he can return to full participation 48 hours after the time of the injury and can resume gradual activity after 24 hours as long as symptoms dont worsen. There would be still several hurdles for him to overcome, including clearance from the team doctor, before he can be passed fit.But even with that timeline, there is a good chance Wembanyama suits up in two days time.I just know he has a concussion and hes in the protocol, Spurs coach Mitch Johnson said. Well obviously take the proper and appropriate steps.Table of ContentsSpurs rally round stricken WembanyamaHenderson impresses for PortlandSpurs rally round stricken WembanyamaWembanyama, the recently crowned NBA Defensive Player of the Year, suffered the injury driving to the basket under pressure from Jrue Holiday. His team-mates immediately rushed to his side before the Frenchman was able to run to the locker rooms unaided.I was just checking on him, making sure he was okay, team-mate Stephon Castle said. I was subbing in. Obviously, he ran off [the floor]. So, thats a good sign. Fellow Spurs star Keldon Johnson added: Were hoping for the best, but I havent heard anything. Obviously, its a big hit that we dont have the big fellow. But were a good team and well continue to stay together, have each others back and do what got us here.His absence in Portland would be a blow for the Spurs but they have proved they can cope without him this season, winning all three regular-season games against the Trail Blazers with Wembanyama not playing in any of them.Weve played tough games without him, Castle said. Obviously we want everybody healthy and to have him on the court. But whatever five guys are on the court [for Game 3], were going to play like ourselves.Henderson impresses for PortlandBlazers guard Scoot Henderson, who missed 51 games earlier this season with a hamstring injury, scored a game-high 31 points to power his side to victory.Hes very committed to get better, and slowly, when he recovered from the injury, you could see flashes of him, Trail Blazers interim coach Tiago Splitter said. Hes in a stage where now hes a little more mature, the game is little slower for him (and) hes shooting the ball well. He worked the whole year on his shooting and now hes just flourishing. Topics Portland Trail Blazers San Antonio Spurs Victor Wembanyama Add us as a preferred source on Google If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read NBA: Wembanyama sweeps Defensive Player of the Year award Mitch Fretton 21st April, 2026 NBA: MVP finalists revealed as Luka Doncic misses out Mitch Fretton 20th April, 2026 NBA: Wembanyama makes history as playoffs chaos continues Mitch Fretton 20th April, 2026 NBA playoffs: Full bracket, confirmed standings, where to watch on TV and live stream 2026 Ben Miller 14th April, 2026 When do the NBA playoffs start? 2026 dates, full teams, confirmed bracket, play in schedule Ben Miller 14th April, 2026 NBA results: Thunder vs Clippers, Hawks vs Cavaliers results, standings and playoff picture Ben Miller 9th April, 2026
