San Antonio Spurs

The team announced that Victor Wembanyama has deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder, forcing him off the roster for the rest of the season.

San Antonio is poised to draft 19-year-old French phenom Victor Wembanyama, heralded as a generational talent.

"Obviously, it's a big deal. It's a substantial moment," Hammon said after the game. But she added it would have been nice to win.

The Dallas Mavericks head into the NBA season with high expectations after making playoffs last year following a three year absence.

The No. 9 Jersey will not be worn by a San Antonio Spurs player again, following the Monday night retirement ceremony for former Spurs guard Tony Parker.