It has been a tough season for Devin Vassell. After lacking preseason and the primary 9 video games of the 12 months recovering from foot surgical procedure, he made his debut off the bench towards the Jazz on November 9. 4 video games later, he was out once more with a knee concern. Thankfully, his return is imminent, in keeping with reviews.
Vassell is listed as out for Tuesday’s recreation towards the Jazz however is anticipated to be accessible for Wednesday’s bout with the Lakers in San Antonio, in keeping with San Antonio Categorical-Information’ Tom Orsborn:
Spurs formally listing Vassell (knee) as out for Tuesday at Utah. However, once more, he is anticipated to return Wednesday vs. the Lakers. His restoration does not enable for him but to play in b2bs, so Spurs opted for him to return at house.
Johnson (hamstring) is possible for Tuesday.
— Tom Orsborn (@tom_orsborn) November 26, 2024
The Spurs have carried out properly in Vassell’s absence, going 3-1, however can be comfortable to see him again to supply extra firepower. He’ll possible proceed to return off the bench, as he was to start out the season, to get his rhythm again however ought to present some good minutes even when he’s not in his finest type but. Mitch Johnson and the remainder of the teaching employees will face a troublesome choice as soon as he’s totally in form because the beginning lineup that includes Stephon Citadel and Julian Champagnie on the wing has carried out properly, however a wholesome Vassell can be onerous to maintain within the second unit.
The bench may get one other scorer quickly, as Keldon Johnson, who missed the sport towards the Warriors, is listed as possible for Tuesday’s recreation towards the Jazz.
