Quaintance’s Knee Surgery and Spurs’ Long Game | San Antonio Spurs News

Jayden Quaintance’s NBA debut is on hold after knee surgery — but the Spurs knew this was coming. Drafted 20th in 2026, the team had already flagged his meniscus issue, betting on his defensive upside over immediate impact. Recovering from ACL damage and a limited stint at Kentucky, Quaintance’s timeline remains uncertain, but the Spurs’ patience is clear — especially with Victor Wembanyama already anchoring the frontcourt. With Tarris Reed Jr. also in the mix, San Antonio’s long-term vision is intact: health first, then fit. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/23ef0a0a9a1658e9