Impact Cissoko being elevated to the NBA roster is likely a good sign for the health/severity of his ankle injury. He has averaged 6.4 minutes across five appearances with San Antonio this season.
JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE
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Sidy Cissoko - Called up Saturday San Antonio recalled Cissoko (ankle) from the G League's Austin Spurs on Saturday.
Doug McDermott - Likely to play against Cleveland McDermott (forearm) is listed as probable for Sunday's game versus the Cavaliers.
Impact McDermott is expected to return to action Sunday after missing the Spurs' previous contest with a right forearm contusion. McDermott provides valuable spacing off the bench, shooting 44.2 percent on 3.6 three-point attempts per contest.
JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE
Malaki Branham - Expected to return to action Sunday Branham (ankle) is listed as probable for Sunday's game versus the Cavaliers.
Impact Branham missed San Antonio's previous contest with a right ankle sprain but is expected to play Sunday. Branham will likely reclaim his starting spot from Tre Jones if he's upgraded to available.
JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE
Jeremy Sochan - Likely to suit up against Cleveland Sochan is listed as probable for Sunday's game versus the Cavaliers due to left quadriceps soreness.
Impact Sochan hasn't missed a game this season and isn't expected to do so Sunday despite dealing with a quadriceps injury. The second-year forward is averaging 11.3 points, 5.9 rebounds and 3.9 assists in 29.4 minutes across his last 10 appearances.
JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE
Keldon Johnson - Expected to play Sunday Johnson is listed as probable for Sunday's game versus the Cavaliers due to a right wrist contusion.
Impact Johnson is expected to play in Sunday's contest despite dealing with a right wrist contusion. Johnson has come off the bench in each of his last six appearances and is averaging 18.8 points, 5.8 rebounds and 3.2 assists in 29.5 minutes over that span.
JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE
Cavaliers aim to continue ascent vs. Victor Wembanyama, Spurs The Cleveland Cavaliers have remained focused on their current stretch of opponents, even if they could be excused for looking ahead.The Cav...
JANUARY 6 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Photo of Victor Wembanyama Meeting Giannis Antetokounmpo Above the Rim Is Astounding This picture is incredible.
JANUARY 6 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
San Antonio Spurs Devin Vassell on Big Plays vs Milwaukee Bucks
JANUARY 5 • YOUTUBE
This Week in the NBA: Déjà vu for Lakers, Raptors pizza party and Victor Wembanyama's big night vs. Giannis | Sporting News All of the funniest moments, jokes and storylines from the NBA in the first week of January 2024.
JANUARY 5 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Jeremy Sochan - Mixed results in loss Sochan totaled nine points (3-11 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, five assists, one block and two steals over 33 minutes during Thursday's 125-121 loss to the Bucks.
Impact Sochan appeared to be turning a corner offensively to end December, averaging 19.3 points on 61.1 percent shooting across a three-game stretch. However, since then, he's averaged just 8.0 points on 35.5 percent shooting over the last four games. Sochan can contribute in multiple ways, giving him fantasy value, but his offensive struggles this season have left managers wanting more. Sochan is just inside the top 150 in eight-category leagues, so unless there's a clear upgrade, he likely needs to remain rostered in standard leagues.
JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Tre Jones - Excels in starting role Jones ended with 18 points (7-13 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, six assists and one steal in 35 minutes during Thursday's 125-121 loss to the Bucks.
Impact Jones's efficient shooting helped him tie his season high for points in Thursday's narrow loss to Milwaukee. Replacing Malaki Branham (ankle) in the starting lineup, Jones had an immediate impact as a playmaker, creating easy looks for teammates, especially Victor Wembanyama.
JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Cedi Osman - Strong performance in narrow loss Osman accumulated 13 points (4-7 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-3 FT), two rebounds, five assists and three steals across 28 minutes during Thursday's 125-121 loss to Milwaukee.
Impact Osman played his second-most minutes this season and scored in double figure for the first time since Dec. 19. He also dished out at least five assists for the fourth time this season and recorded a campaign-best three steals. If Doug McDermott (forearm) remains out, Osman has a clear path to increased minutes as the best long-range shooter on the roster.
JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Dominick Barlow - Makes impression Thursday Barlow contributed six points (3-3 FG), one rebound, four assists, two blocks and one steal over 15 minutes during Thursday's 125-121 loss to Milwaukee.
Impact Barlow has played at least 13 minutes in four straight games, averaging 5.0 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.5 blocks in 14.0 minutes during that stretch. With Zach Collins (ankle) sidelined, Barlow has been operating as the primary backup to Victor Wembanyama, though Sandro Mamukelashvili and Mamadi Diakite could start to see some minutes as well.
JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Blake Wesley - Scoreless in 15 minutes Wesley supplied zero points (0-1 FG), one rebound and one assist in 15 minutes during Thursday's 125-121 loss to Milwaukee.
Impact Wesley has played at least 15 minutes in three straight games. However, after totaling 11 points, seven assists, three rebounds and two steals in 38 minutes over two appearances, he failed to contribute Friday. If Doug McDermott (forearm) and Malaki Branham (ankle) remain sidelined, Wesley could continue to play a rotational role off the bench, but the 2022 first-round pick doesn't need to be on radars in standard fantasy leagues.
JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Reggie Miller Butchered Victor Wembanyama's Name on His Birthday, and NBA Fans Had Jokes The TNT analyst and former Pacers star had a tough time all night.
JANUARY 5 • SACBEE.COM
Reggie Miller Butchered Victor Wembanyama's Name on His Birthday, and NBA Fans Had Jokes The TNT analyst and former Pacers star had a tough time all night.
JANUARY 5 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Giannis Antetokounmpo vs. Victor Wembanyama stats: Bucks, Spurs stars trade highlight plays in first meeting | Sporting News If the first meeting was any indicator, the sky is the limit for each future head-to-head between these one-of-a-kind talents.
JANUARY 5 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Keldon Johnson - Secures double-double off bench Johnson contributed 14 points (5-17 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds and one assist over 30 minutes during Thursday's 125-121 loss to the Bucks.
Impact Johnson led all Spurs in rebounds while finishing as one of five players with a double-digit point total in a double-double outing off the bench. Johnson has hauled in 10 or more rebounds in seven games this year, tallying a double-double in all seven of those contests.
JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Devin Vassell - Dominates from deep as top scorer Vassell chipped in 34 points (14-21 FG, 6-9 3Pt), six rebounds, four assists and one steal across 35 minutes during Thursday's 125-121 loss to the Bucks.
Impact Vassell led all players in Thursday's contest in threes made while leading all Spurs in scoring to go along with a half-dozen rebounds in a well-rounded performance. Vassell has connected on six or more threes in two games this season and has tallied at least 30 points, six rebounds and three assists in two outings.
JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Victor Wembanyama - Nears double-double in defeat Wembanyama closed with 27 points (10-18 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 5-6 FT), nine rebounds, one assist, five blocks and one steal in 26 minutes during Thursday's 125-121 loss to the Bucks.
Impact Wembanyama did a little bit of everything for San Antonio, leading all starters in rebounds while ending one board short of a double-double along with a team-leading handful of blocks and nearly 30 points. Wembanyama has tallied at least 25 points and eight boards in five games this year and has recorded five or more blocks in seven contests.
JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Analysis | Spurs shouldn't wait to get Victor Wembanyama facilitator he needs Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama is blossoming ahead of schedule, and the Spurs would be wise to acquire a proper point guard to complement th...
JANUARY 5 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM
Victor Wembanyama talks facing Giannis for the first time, Postgame Interview 🎤
JANUARY 5 • YOUTUBE
Giannis Antetokounmpo and Victor Wembanyama deliver thrilling 1st encounter Giannis Antetokounmpo puts up 44 points, 14 rebounds and 7 assists; Victor Wembanyama delivers 27 points and 5 blocks.
JANUARY 5 • NBA.COM
