Wembanyama DNP — W vs Atlanta Hawks

The Alien Index Take

The Spurs proved they could survive without their unicorn, torching Atlanta 135-126 in a game that showcased the supporting cast’s development. Devin Vassell stepped up with 23 points while Jeremy Sochan controlled the paint in Wemby’s absence, but let’s be honest – this was fool’s gold. San Antonio’s offense looked smooth against Atlanta’s Swiss cheese defense, but we all know what happens when elite teams gameplan specifically for a Wembanyama-less Spurs squad.

Victor’s left calf strain keeps him sidelined for at least another week, and historically, his card prices experience modest 3-5% dips during these injury stretches. Smart collectors know these absences create buying opportunities rather than panic moments – Wemby’s injury track record shows quick recoveries and explosive return performances. The real question isn’t whether his cards will bounce back, but how much they’ll surge when he inevitably drops a 40-piece triple-double in his first game back.