Jayden Quaintance may miss six months due to recommended procedure

Jayden Quaintance was drafted 20th overall by the San Antonio Spurs in the 2026 NBA Draft. However, he might undergo a procedure that could sideline him for up to six months, putting his rookie season at risk. Quaintance struggled with injuries previously, including a torn ACL that limited him to four games last year at Kentucky. The recommended follow-up procedure comes from Dr. Riley Williams III, the Brooklyn Nets' head physician, potentially keeping Quaintance off the court until December. San Antonio remains a favorable environment for his future development.

• 10:15 AMYahoo Sports — Jayden Quaintance could have procedure that sidelines him for 6 months