Spurs' Devin Vassell: Flirts with double-double in win
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Vassell closed Thursday's 107-101 win over the Heat with 17 points (6-16 FG, 4-12 3Pt, 1-2 FT), nine rebounds, one assist and one block across 37 minutes.
Vassell has played well in his adjusted role, as the veteran is more accustomed to logging time at the wing during his career. It's unclear how the lineup will shake down once De'Aaron Fox (hamstring) makes his return, but the likely result is a slide to forward for Vassell, and a corresponding move for Harrison Barnes to the four. The return of Jeremy Sochan (wrist) will also shake things up, but Vassell shouldn't be affected.
Vassell provided 15 points (5-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five assists, three rebounds and two steals across 30 minutes in Monday's 121-103 win over Toronto.
Vassell has become an integral part of San Antonio's starting lineup, averaging 16.8 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.5 steals and 3.3 threes made over 34.0 minutes. The Spurs have kicked off the season with a 4-0 start, and in order to continue their success, they need Vassell to uphold his high level of play.
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Spurs' Devin Vassell: Drills six threes in OT win
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Vassell racked up 23 points (8-19 FG, 6-14 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal over 40 minutes during Friday's 120-116 overtime victory over the Pelicans.
Vassell made his presence felt from three, draining six triples and finishing with 23 points. With 14 of his 19 shot attempts coming from being the arc, it appears Vassell will have plenty opportunities to deliver a decent scoring night. He led San Antonio in minutes played, including all five in overtime, which bodes well for his role as a mainstay in the Spurs lineup.
Vassell supplied 13 points (6-14 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 0-1 FT), three rebounds, four assists and two steals across 31 minutes during Wednesday's 125-92 victory over the Mavericks.
Vassell put up a solid two-way performance, helping the Spurs to a comfortable victory. While much of the preseason focus has been on Victor Wembanyama, Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper, Vassell played a key role on both ends of the floor, something he should continue to do, even once the roster is healthy. Typically available later in drafts, he could end up being a nice value pick this season, assuming he can stay on the court.
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Spurs' Devin Vassell: Scores 18 points in win
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Vassell produced 18 points (6-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 4-5 FT), four rebounds, two assists and one steal in 22 minutes of Friday's 134-130 preseason win over the Jazz.
Vassell bounced back nicely after missing all four of his attempts from beyond the arc in his preseason debut Wednesday against Miami. Vassell has had some tough injury luck throughout his career, but he's 100 percent right now and is aiming to appear in all 82 regular-season contests.
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Spurs' Devin Vassell: Notches 12 points in win
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Vassell notched 12 points (5-12 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT) with six rebounds, two assists and one steal in 23 minutes of Wednesday's 112-107 preseason win over Miami.
After resting in the preseason opener, Vassell got his first taste of live action in this victory. Injuries have plagued Vassell throughout his career, but he has maintained a clean bill of health for the entire offseason and has stated that his goal is to play in all 82 games this season.
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Spurs' Devin Vassell: Will play vs. Miami
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Vassell (rest) will play in Wednesday's preseason game against the Heat, Jared Weiss of The Athletic reports.
After sitting out Monday's preseason contest against the Guangzhou Loong-Lions, Vassell is ready to make his first appearance of the preseason. The 2020 first-rounder will likely see most of his action in the first half before giving way to the likes of Carter Bryant, Julian Champagnie and Lindy Waters in the second half.
Vassell (rest) is likely to play in Wednesday's preseason game against the Heat, Jeff McDonald of the San Antonio Express-News reports.
Vassell was a healthy scratch in Monday's exhibition opener, but he's not dealing with an injury and is slated for action Wednesday. The 2020 first-rounder is set to start at small forward in San Antonio in 2025-26, and Vassell should also see a boost in ball-handling duties while De'Aaron Fox (hamstring) is sidelined to begin the campaign.
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Spurs' Devin Vassell: Out Monday
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Vassell (ankle/rest) won't play in Monday's exhibition against the Guangzhou Loong-Lions, Dan Weiss of FanDuel Sports Network Southwest reports.
Vassell was sidelined to end the 2024-25 campaign due to an ankle injury. He's likely past that issue, but he's still ramping up during training camp and won't suit up during Monday's preseason opener. His next chance to suit up will come Wednesday in Miami, and he's expected to be available, per Weiss. The Spurs will also be without De'Aaron Fox (hamstring), Stephon Castle (undisclosed) and Dylan Harper (thumb).
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