Is Victor Wembanyama Playing Tonight? Latest Status Updates for Spurs vs. Mavericks

The San Antonio Spurs host the Dallas Mavericks tonight in their season opener as they officially turn the page on the first chapter of the Victor Wembanyama era. While these storied in-state adversaries have headed in opposite directions over the last couple of years, the arrival of the teenage phenom is sure to level the playing field a bit for Head Coach Gregg Popovich and company.

Victor Wembanyama's status against Dallas Mavericks

Wembanyama was an indomitable force in limited minutes this preseason, averaging 19.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 2.8 blocks per game while shooting 50.9% from the field. He turned heads all summer, but his final exhibition outing against the Golden State Warriors left everyone starstruck. So, will fans catch a glimpse of the 7-foot-3 forward when the Silver and Black tip off tonight?

Projected Starting Lineups Tonight

Spurs

• PG - Jeremy Sochan
• SG - Devin Vassell
• SF - Keldon Johnson
• PF - Victor Wembanyama
• C - Zach Collins

Mavericks

• PG - Luka Doncic
• SG - Kyrie Irving
• SF - Josh Green
• PF - Grant Williams
• C - Dereck Lively II

How to Watch Spurs vs. Mavericks

Time: 8:30 PM CT
Arena: Frost Bank Center, San Antonio, Texas
Local TV: N/A
National TV: ESPN
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Spurs Next 5 Opponents

• Houston Rockets, October 27th, 7:00 PM CT
• Los Angeles Clippers, October 29th, 8:00 PM CT
• Phoenix Suns, October 31st, 9:00 PM CT
• Phoenix Suns, November 2nd, 9:00 PM CT
• Toronto Raptors, November 5th, 2:30 PM CT

Spurs Injury Report

• Zach Collins (Questionable - Illness)
• Devonte’ Graham (Out - Suspension)

Mavericks Injury Report

• Luka Doncic (Questionable - Calf)
• Jaden Hardy (Questionable - Ankle)
• Dwight Powell (Questionable - Illness)