Spurs get major Stephon Castle injury update after Game 2 vs Knicks: what to know

Spurs guard Stephon Castle dodged a serious injury in Game 2 of the NBA Finals against the Knicks, surviving an ankle tweak after landing on Mikal Bridges’ foot with 6:45 left in the fourth. He finished the game with 14 points, four assists, and four steals, though four costly turnovers—including a late miscue on a passing sequence with Victor Wembanyama—helped New York edge San Antonio 105-104. Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson offered a positive update, noting Castle was available after the on-court scare, and Castle himself said the ankle tweak improved after warming up. Castle emphasized giving Wembanyama space to operate, explaining he didn’t expect a pass coming his way in the final sequence.

Castle and Wembanyama both acknowledged that miscommunication contributed to the turnover that sealed the loss, highlighting the need for better on-court chemistry as San Antonio faces a tall task to even the series. The Spurs are aiming to become the first team to lose the first two home Finals games and still win the title, a route previously attempted by the 1993 Suns and 1995 Magic but not accomplished. Castle’s health appears stable, and his performance remains a key factor for San Antonio’s playoff resilience going forward.

Key Takeaways:
– Stephon Castle avoided a severe injury after a late-fourth-quarter ankle tweak and returned to finish the game.
– Castle posted 14 points, four assists, and four steals, but with four turnovers, including a pivotal late error.
– Communication issues between Castle and Wembanyama were blamed for the costly turnover; both players acknowledged the mishap.
– The Spurs face a challenging path to the series comeback, aiming to become the first team to win the Finals after dropping the first two home games.