WATCH: Victor Wembanyama tweaks his right ankle by stepping on a ballboy during warmup ahead of Mavs game, gets ruled out

Spurs' rising star faces setback during pre-game warmup ahead of Dallas Mavericks matchup.

WATCH: Victor Wembanyama tweaks his right ankle by stepping on a ballboy during warmup ahead of Mavs game, gets ruled out

(L) Wemby gauging the damage caused after accidentally stepping on the Mavs' employee next to him and rolling his ankle; (R) Wemby walking off the court in disappointment (Via screengrab/ESPN)

In an unforeseen incident, San Antonio Spurs’ rookie Victor Wembanyama was sidelined for the game against the Dallas Mavericks following a right ankle sprain today. The injury occurred in a pregame warmup mishap, where Wembanyama stepped on a ball boy’s foot, causing immediate concern.

The 7-foot-4 French sensation, known for his impressive stature and skill, was casually making a layup when the accident happened. The Spurs’ medical team attended to him immediately, re-taping his ankle, but ultimately, the decision was made to rule him out of the game for safety.

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This isn’t Victor Wembanyama’s first ankle issue this season; he previously missed a game due to soreness in the same ankle. His absence was keenly felt by the San Antonio Spurs, who have been struggling with a series of losses this season.

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The incident sparked a flurry of reactions on social media, with fans chiming in with various opinions and theories about the injury.

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The reactions on social media continued with a blend of humor and concern. Tweets ranged from poking fun at the superstar rookie to more serious concerns about his durability as an NBA player.

Victor Wembanyama is leading his team in points, rebounds, steals and blocks
Victor Wembanyama is leading his team in points, rebounds, steals and blocks (Via Open Source/X)

Some fans even jokingly speculated the Dallas Mavericks had something to do with this injury. Others even suggested a possible connection to teammate Jeremy Sochan, owing to the recent friction observed between the two players.

Wemby is a generational talent, and with such limelight comes its costs. San Antonio fans hold high expectations for the young star, reflecting the intense scrutiny and attention that accompanies rising talents in the NBA. His quick recovery is crucial for the team’s morale and performance.

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