Spurs’ De’Aaron Fox Set for Saturday Debut Against Pelicans
The San Antonio Spurs are poised for a significant boost with the anticipated return of All-Star guard De’Aaron Fox. He is set to make his season debut on Saturday against the New Orleans Pelicans, following a hamstring injury that sidelined him at the start of the year.
De’Aaron Fox’s Journey Back to the Court
Fox, who sustained the injury during the offseason, has been increasing his training intensity this week. Reports from ESPN’s Shams Charania confirm he is ready for action this weekend.
Impactful Player in Limited Games
In his brief tenure with the Spurs, Fox has played only 17 games since joining the team from the Sacramento Kings before the February 6 trade deadline. In these games, he has made a notable impact by averaging:
- 19.7 points
- 4.3 rebounds
- 6.8 assists
This season, his performance has been limited due to a tendon injury in his left hand, which required surgery in March. This injury was originally sustained during training camp while he was still with the Kings.
Rare Pairing with Victor Wembanyama
Fox and fellow star Victor Wembanyama have only played together in five games due to their respective injuries last year. Their combined talent is expected to enhance the Spurs’ performance significantly.
Background and Career Highlights
A native of New Orleans, Louisiana, De’Aaron Fox was drafted fifth overall by the Kings in the 2017 NBA Draft. Over his eight seasons in the league, he has averaged:
- 21.5 points
- 3.9 rebounds
- 6.1 assists
- 1.4 steals
Spurs’ Current Season Performance
As of now, the Spurs hold a 5-2 record, placing them fifth in the Western Conference. The return of De’Aaron Fox could be a crucial factor as they aim to solidify their position in this competitive season.
