Victor Wembanyama return update: San Antonio Spurs legend nears stunning comeback as team awaits its towering superstar

Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs has missed the past ten games while recovering from a calf strain. The Spurs have maintained their hot start, sitting seventh in the Western Conference with a 15-7 record. However, San Antonio isn't the same without the awe-inspiring Wembanyama, who could be returning after a three-week hiatus.Wembanyama hasn't played since November 14 due to a left calf issue, but he appears to be close to returning to action. McDonald had stated that Wembanyama was unlikely to play at all during the NBA Cup consolation schedule, ruling the superstar out of Monday's game in New Orleans and Wednesday's road game against the Lakers.The 7-foot-5 French great was once again leading the league in blocks, averaging career highs in many key statistical categories. Additionally, the San Antonio Spurs were positioned as early Western Conference contenders.However, according to veteran beat reporter Jeff McDonald of the San Antonio Express-News, Wembanyama will miss the Spurs' 11th consecutive game on Monday night, when they face the Pelicans in New Orleans.Wembanyama is tagged as "out" on the Spurs injury report for their game against the New Orleans Pelicans on Monday, December 8. He is likely to miss his 11th consecutive game. However, Wembanyama took full part in Sunday's practice. According to McDonald, Wemby will be deemed "iffy" to play Wednesday when the Spurs face the Los Angeles Lakers in an NBA Cup quarterfinal.Nevertheless, according to Jeff McDonald of the San Antonio Express-News, Wembanyama participated fully in Sunday's practice. So, he might actually make the comeback with a bang. While the information is optimistic for Wembanyama, it is unclear when he will suit up again. Following Wednesday's 114-112 victory over the Orlando Magic, the Spurs hold the NBA's eighth-best offensive rating at 119.4. They had the league's ninth-best assist-to-turnover ratio at 2.0 after Wembanyama left with a strained calf, after ranking 23rd in the previous 12 games with him.San Antonio is 7-3 without Wembanyama and will need to go at least one more game without the All-Star center. However, they are on the verge of finally welcoming the 7 '5'' superstar back into the fold. In 12 games this season, Wembanyama has averaged 26.2 points, 12.9 rebounds, 4.0 assists, and 3.6 blocks. Also read: What is Victor Wembanyama’s net worth? Salary and endorsement deals explored as the NBA icon reportedly urges San Antonio Spurs for more help