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Wembanyama's DPOY celebration ends in fall, Spurs lose to Blazers

Spurs drop game after star's trophy slip.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Apr 221 min read
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What happened: Victor Wembanyama was presented with his Defensive Player of the Year trophy before San Antonio's game against Portland. During the on-court celebration, he slipped and fell hard while jumping on a table. The Spurs lost 118-103 to the Trail Blazers.

Why it matters: The loss adds to Spurs' dismal 22-60 season, highlighting their rebuild struggles despite Wembanyama's defensive dominance. Potential injury from the fall raises concerns for the 20-year-old phenom's health heading into offseason.

By the numbers: Game: Portland 118-103 San Antonio. Wembanyama: 18 PTS, 12 REB, 4 BLK in 30 min. Season standings: Spurs 22-60 (10th West), Blazers 21-61 (14th West).

What to watch: Monitor Wembanyama's injury status in upcoming practices. Watch lottery odds for Spurs' draft positioning.

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