San Antonio, TX — In a stunning development, San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich has issued an emergency announcement regarding star rookie Victor Wembanyama, following a whirlwind week of headlines, viral photos, and growing fan concerns.
Photos surfaced earlier this week showing Wembanyama playing soccer on the beaches of Costa Rica during his rehab break. The images went viral, sparking debates across social media about whether the Spurs’ prized big man was risking further injury. Wembanyama has been rehabbing an ankle sprain suffered late in the season, and many questioned if recreational soccer was the smartest move.
Following a reported lengthy phone call with Wembanyama and Spurs medical staff, Coach Popovich addressed the situation in an unexpected statement Thursday afternoon.
“We had a great conversation with Victor this morning,” Popovich said. “I want to make it clear to everyone: Victor is progressing exceptionally well in his rehab. The activities he participated in were cleared with our medical team. There’s no setback. No risk. We are fully confident in his recovery process.”
Popovich, known for his direct and often stern approach, acknowledged fans’ concerns but emphasized trust in Wembanyama’s professionalism.
“Victor’s one of the most mature young athletes I’ve ever coached,” Popovich continued. “He’s not reckless. He’s worked too hard to jeopardize his future or ours. We’re all on the same page.”
Sources close to the team revealed that Wembanyama’s trip to Costa Rica was part of a pre-planned mental health break, advised by the team’s sports psychologists to aid his overall recovery. Popovich reiterated that Wembanyama would return to San Antonio next week for final evaluations before summer workouts begin.
Fans can now breathe a sigh of relief. The towering phenom remains on track to lead the Spurs into a promising new era — and according to Popovich, the best is yet to come.
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