[Saba Sports News] In a challenging turn of events for the San Antonio Spurs, who are already on a 17-game losing streak, their situation has worsened with the loss of center Charles Bassey for the season. The team disclosed on Tuesday that Bassey has sustained an ACL tear in his left knee. This injury occurred while he was playing in the G League, as he was on assignment with the Austin Spurs at the time.
Bassey, 23, had been shining in the G League, earning accolades like All-G League Second Team and an All-G League Defensive Team mention in 2022. He was also proving his worth in the NBA with the Spurs, averaging 4.9 points and 5.0 rebounds in just 13.2 minutes per game across two seasons.
Known for his power, energy, and elegance on the court, Bassey was a key player for San Antonio, providing solid backup behind Victor Wembanyama and Zach Collins. With Bassey’s season now prematurely ended, the Spurs might need to consider signing or promoting another center to fill the gap left by his absence.