How De’Aaron Fox saves San Antonio amid Victor Wembanyama’s injury absence

ByNBAUSA



De’Aaron Fox started it San Antonio Spurs through one of their most challenging stretches of the season, keeping the team atop the Western Conference standings despite the continued absence of Victor Vembanyama. Spurs have remained competitive since Wembanyama was sent off after the match the team’s 109-108 loss to the Golden State Warriors on Nov. 14and Fox’s rise was central to that stability.

San Antonio improved from 8-4 to 15-6 behind Fox’s production, including 7-2 in its last nine games. During that span, the 27-year-old guard had average 27 points, 6.6 assists, 3.4 rebounds and 1.6 steals per game while shooting 49.1% from the field and 40.7% from three in 32.4 minutes. His workload has increased in Wembanyama’s absence, and his efficiency has helped Spurs maintain their pace as the fourth seed in the West.

De’Aaron Fox’s high production keeps the Spurs afloat while Victor Wembanyama remains sidelined

Fox delivered another outstanding performance Wednesday’s 114-112 win over the Orlando Magic. He finished with 31 points, five rebounds and an assist, shooting 11-for-20 from the field, 3-for-7 from three and 6-for-9 from the line over 29 minutes. His seven turnovers added pressure late, but his points and shooting remained the driving force behind San Antonio’s offense.

Through 13 games this season, Fox is averaging 25 points, 6.3 assists, 3.6 rebounds and 1.4 steals while shooting 49.3% overall and 38.6% from deep in his first full season with the organization. His ability to dictate the tempo and carry the scoring load has helped stabilize Spurs as they await Vembanyama’s return.

San Antonio will look to extend their two-game winning streak as they continue their four-game road trip. The team faces the Cleveland Cavaliers (13-10) on Friday at 7pm ET before finishing the road next Wednesday against Los Angeles Lakers (15-5) in the quarterfinals of the NBA Cup.





2025-12-04 18:12:00

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