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Spurs' Stephon Castle: Will play Sunday
Stephon Castle (shoulder) is available off the bench for Sunday's game against the Timberwolves, independent NBA writer Matthew Tynan reports.Castle will return to action following a one-game absence due to a sore shoulder, but he will do so in a reserve role. The rookie has been on a roll of late, averaging 15.3 points, 4.7 assists, 2.7 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 31.2 minutes per game over his past 15 appearances.
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Spurs' Stephon Castle: Questionable to play Sunday
Stephon Castle (shoulder) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Timberwolves, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.Castle missed Friday's win over the Trail Blazers due to a left shoulder contusion, and the fact that he's been upgraded to questionable suggests the rookie could return to the hardwood for this upcoming contest after a one-game absence. Castle has emerged as a regular starter for the San Antonio Spurs, as he's been part of the first unit in 17 of his 24 appearances so far. He's averaging 14.6 points, 4.5 assists, 2.6 rebounds and 1.1 steals per game when deployed in a starting role.
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Spurs' Stephon Castle: Not playing Friday
Stephon Castle is out for Friday's game against the Trail Blazers due to a left shoulder contusion, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.Castle banged his shoulder in the second quarter of the 121-116 win over the Pelicans on Dec. 8, a game in which he finished with 22 points, five rebounds and four assists across 34 minutes. Even though the early diagnosis was just a bruise, the rookie will receive some extra rest and will sit out Friday's rematch against Portland. His next chance to play will come against the Timberwolves on Sunday.
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Spurs' Stephon Castle: Explodes after trip to locker room
Stephon Castle amassed 22 points (8-15 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-5 FT), five rebounds, four assists and one steal across 34 minutes during Sunday's 121-116 victory over the Pelicans.Castle banged his shoulder in the second quarter, forcing a brief trip to the locker room. He was back on the bench before halftime and inflicted significant damage for the remainder of the game. Castle scored 12 points in the fourth quarter when he converted two three-point attempts, adding a rebound and a steal. The San Antonio Spurs are headed into a four-day break before their next game, so Castle's injury is unlikely to be a burden after the rest period.
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Spurs' Stephon Castle: Returns to bench
Stephon Castle (shoulder) returned to the bench during the second quarter of Sunday's game against the Pelicans, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.Castle's trip to the locker room was a short one, as he was spotted back on the bench with a few minutes to spare before halftime. He'll presumably be available for the rest of the game as needed.
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Spurs' Stephon Castle: Heads to locker room
Stephon Castle went to the locker room during the second quarter of Sunday's game against the Pelicans due to a left shoulder injury, Jeff Garcia of KENS 5 San Antonio reports.The severity of the injury is unknown at this time, but he'll head to the locker room to be examined further. Castle will be considered questionable to return until the team releases another update.
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Spurs' Stephon Castle: Drops 16 points in loss
Stephon Castle racked up 16 points (5-14 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 5-6 FT), one rebound, three assists and one steal across 34 minutes during Tuesday's 104-93 loss to the Suns.Although the rookie has a few growing pains to endure, Castle is successfully holding onto a starting role, which he acquired after Devin Vassell was injured. Castle has yet to give up the role, although Vassell's condition is improving and he's grabbing more minutes from Harrison Barnes in the short-term. As long as Castle continues to produce, he should have a consistent presence with the first unit.
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Spurs' Stephon Castle: Matches season high in victory
Stephon Castle ended Tuesday's 128-115 victory over Utah with 23 points (9-20 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 2-4 FT), three rebounds, five assists and one block in 29 minutes.The backcourt combination of Castle and Chris Paul is reaping benefits for the San Antonio Spurs, as there is plenty of opportunity for both players to benefit. The 2024 first-round pick has made an immediate contribution and is a key piece responsible for the Spurs' surprising 10-8 record. The UConn product is expected to remain with the first unit for the foreseeable future.
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Spurs' Stephon Castle: Stuffs stat sheet Saturday
Stephon Castle contributed 19 points (7-15 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three rebounds, three assists and one steal in 33 minutes during Saturday's 104-94 victory over the Warriors.Castle has settled in well as a starter, and his streak of games with at least 10 points has now reached nine appearances. The rookie forms an excellent backcourt tandem with Chris Paul, and all signs point to the rookie continuing to flourish as a starter with a rebuilding San Antonio team. Castle is averaging 14.3 points and 4.5 assists per game since being promoted to a starting gig 10 games ago.
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Spurs' Stephon Castle: Continues to flourish
Stephon Castle closed Thursday's 126-118 victory over Utah with 18 points (6-14 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-5 FT), three rebounds, six assists, one block and one steal across 34 minutes.Castle was San Antonio's second-leading scorer during Thursday's victory over the Jazz. Since moving to the starting lineup, the rookie guard is averaging 13.8 points, 4.7 assists, 2.7 rebounds and 1.0 steals in 30.3 minutes across his last nine appearances. However, Castle is somewhat struggling with his efficiency, as he is shooting just 42.2 percent from the field over that span.