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On the defensive end, Coward isn't wowing anyone with surface-level stats. However, according to databallr, when he's on the floor, the Grizzlies post a 114.5 defensive rating. When he's not out there, that number reaches 119.
With Victor Wembanyama likely out with a calf injury for a few weeks, the fourth-year pro has a chance to prove his importance to the Spurs' long-term plans.
Atlanta will try to keep its four-game road win streak alive when the Hawks face San Antonio. Thursday's meeting is the first of the season between the teams.
The San Antonio Spurs will be without Victor Wembanyama for several weeks, citing a left calf strain revealed via an MRI on Monday.
Harrison Barnes opens up about coaching philosophy, revealing the key message driving the Spurs' impressive early-season success.
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Castle sustained a left hip flexor strain and will be re-evaluated in 1-to-2 weeks, Shams Charania of ESPN reports. Castle suffered the hip injury in Sunday's win over the Kings and is now expected to miss an extended period.