De'Aaron Fox injury update: Latest news on Spurs guard after re-injuring ankle in Game 3 vs. Thunder
De'Aaron Fox injury update: Latest news on Spurs guard after re-injuring ankle in Game 3 vs. Thunder originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here .
De'Aaron Fox took the floor for the first time in the Western Conference Finals on Friday night, showcasing his speed as the Spurs battled the Thunder in Game 3. He enjoyed a decent showing across the first three quarters of action, only to be cut down by an apparent right ankle injury -- again. He left the court hobbled but returned to the game looking far less than 100 percent.
Here's what you need to know about Fox's status for Game 3 and going forward. MORE: How many points did Victor Wembanyama score in Game 3 vs. Thunder?
De'Aaron Fox injury update Towards the end of the third quarter, Lu Dort leapt to the floor. He collided with Fox during his dive, digging his leg into Fox's right ankle -- the same one he suffered a high ankle sprain on during the Western Conference semifinals. Lu Dort dives for the ball, and De'Aaron Fox appears to hurt his ankle.
š¬ pic. twitter. com/FFSKvELqtY ā Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) May 23, 2026 Fox writhed in pain as the play continued, barely able to get himself up the floor.