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It’s time for Basketball: San Antonio Spurs at Portland Trail Blazers

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Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 2:30 AM
It’s time for Basketball: San Antonio Spurs at Portland Trail Blazers
Key Things to Know
  • The San Antonio Spurs visit the Portland Trail Blazers on the second night of a back-to-back.
  • Victor Wembanyama is not listed on the injury report despite turning his ankle against Sacramento.
  • San Antonio defeated the Sacramento Kings by 15 points prior to traveling to Portland.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The San Antonio Spurs travel to face the Portland Trail Blazers on the second night of a back-to-back. San Antonio enters the matchup following a 15-point victory over the Sacramento Kings, led by Victor Wembanyama alongside 19 points each from Devin Vassell, Stephon Castle, and Ron Harper Jr. Despite turning his ankle during the previous game, Wembanyama is not listed on the injury report.

The Trail Blazers are also playing on consecutive nights following a 124-118 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. Portland will be without Ja Morant due to a hamstring strain, while Robert Williams rests on the second leg of the back-to-back. The Blazers are expected to feature a starting backcourt of Damian Lillard and Scoot Henderson against San Antonio.

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