Victor Wembanyama worked out on Wednesday and is hopeful of travelling with the San Antonio Spurs to Portland for Game Three on Friday night.Wembanyama was placed in the NBAs concussion protocol after hitting his chin on the court during the 106-103 Game Two win for the Trail Blazers on Tuesday.According to ESPNs Shams Charania, the French superstar did a light work out yesterday and remains in contention to play on Friday.Charania said: Im told Victor Wembanyama was able to participate in cardio work here late Wednesday because his symptoms didnt worsen. He wasnt feeling worse than he did when he suffered that concussion.As of right now, my understanding is he is hopeful that hell be able to travel with the team to Portland on Thursday. But whether hes able to clear concussion protocol in time to play in Game 3 on Friday in Portland is an obvious question and jeopardy for the Spurs because there are guidelines and protocol when it comes to the concussion policy.Table of ContentsMore hurdles for Wembanyama to overcomeSpurs rally round stricken WembanyamaMore hurdles for Wembanyama to overcomeThe fact Wembanyamas symptoms have not worsened since the injury occurred is one hurdle overcome but there are several more before the recently crowned NBA Defensive Player of the Year is cleared to play.Charania added: This is a process thats going to be seen by not only the Spurs medical staff, but the leagues concussion protocol director. And he has to check boxes every single day. He has to clear neurological exams every single day.What we know about the Spurs is theyre going to always err on the side of caution, especially with someone like Victor Wembanyama. And what we also know with concussions is its not always a straight line. So the Spurs are taking this day by day. Well know more on Thursday about whether hell be able to play on Friday.Spurs rally round stricken WembanyamaWembanyama suffered the injury driving to the basket under pressure from Portlands 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. 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 Edgecombe makes NBA playoff history as 76ers stun Celtics Mitch Fretton 22nd April, 2026 NBA playoffs: Full bracket, confirmed standings, where to watch on TV and live stream 2026 Ben Miller 22nd April, 2026 Wembanyama injury update: San Antonio Spurs star in concussion protocol but not ruled out of Game Three Jon Fisher 22nd April, 2026 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
