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Spurs vs. Nets Injury Report and Predicted Starting Lineup: Latest Update on Kelly Olynyk, De’Aaron Fox

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The Brooklyn Nets head into San Antonio still searching for their first win of the season after dropping their opening two contests. Offensive inconsistency has plagued them early, with stretches of stagnant ball movement and overreliance on isolation scoring. Cam Thomas has been the lone bright spot, carrying much of the scoring load, but the Nets will need more balance if they hope to avoid an 0–3 start.

The Spurs, meanwhile, have burst out of the gates at 2–0, riding the dominance of Victor Wembanyama and the poise of rookie guard Stephon Castle. Wembanyama has looked nearly unstoppable, averaging over 30 points while altering games defensively with his length.

Stephon Castle has provided an immediate spark, giving San Antonio another reliable option alongside Devin Vassell and Keldon Johnson. With back‑to‑back wins over Dallas and New Orleans, the Spurs are brimming with confidence.

Most games with 7+ blocks before age 22:

16 – Victor Wembanyama
10 – Shaquille O’Neal
6 – Anthony Davis
6 – Josh Smith
5 – Tim Duncan pic.twitter.com/J8tvFI3xt2
— The Lead (@TheLeadSM) October 25, 2025

Game Details

Date: Sunday, October 26, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM ET
Venue: Frost Bank Center, San Antonio, Texas
TV: YES Network (Brooklyn), Bally Sports Southwest (San Antonio), ESPN
Streaming: NBA League Pass, ESPN+

Spurs vs. Nets Injury Report

San Antonio Spurs Injuries

Out – Kelly Olynyk
Out – De’Aaron Fox
Out – Lindy Waters III
Out – Jeremy Sochan

Kelly Olynyk has been ruled out with a heel injury and will not be available for Sunday’s matchup against the Nets. His earliest return could come after October 26.

De’Aaron Fox is sidelined with a hamstring strain and has been ruled out until at least November 2. The Spurs will re‑evaluate him before clearing a return.

Lindy Waters III remains out with an eye injury and will not play against Brooklyn. He will be re‑evaluated after October 26 to determine his availability moving forward.

Jeremy Sochan sprained his left wrist in mid‑October and has yet to make his season debut. He has been ruled out until at least November 2 as the team takes a cautious approach to his recovery.

Brooklyn Nets Injuries

Out – Drake Powell
Out – Danny Wolf
Out – Haywood Highsmith

Drake Powell has been ruled out with an ankle injury and will not be available for Sunday’s matchup against the Spurs. His earliest return could come after October 26, depending on how he responds to treatment.

Danny Wolf is also sidelined with an ankle issue and has been ruled out for the Nets’ game in San Antonio. He is expected to be re‑evaluated following October 26 before a potential return.

Haywood Highsmith experienced swelling in his knee during rehab and will be sidelined long‑term. The Nets have set his re‑evaluation timeline at eight weeks, with a potential return date around December 18.