Jayden Quaintance may miss six months due to recommended procedure
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 10:15 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
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.
- •Quaintance drafted 20th overall by the Spurs on June 24, 2026.
- •Potential procedure could sideline him until December 2026.
- •Formerly dealt with a torn ACL, limiting his college performance.
- •Dr. Riley Williams III recommended the follow-up procedure.
- •Spurs coming off an NBA Finals appearance and feature Victor Wembanyama.
- 10:15 AMYahoo Sports — Jayden Quaintance could have procedure that sidelines him for 6 months
"It’s still a tough situation for Quaintance.
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