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Spurs optimistic about Jayden Quaintance's recovery from knee injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 10:35 PM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Spurs optimistic about Jayden Quaintance's recovery from knee injury

Summary

San Antonio Spurs rookie Jayden Quaintance is set to undergo knee surgery following a torn ACL and meniscus suffered in college. He is not expected to participate in Summer League activities and may miss the start of the season. Medical staff indicates that Quaintance, who is recovering from injuries in a shortened college season, is anticipated to make a full recovery. NBA sources suggest his draft position was more affected by his incomplete resume than concerns over his injury, noting that players his age typically come back strong from ACL injuries.

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Status Watch

•Quaintance faces surgery on his knee due to a torn ACL.
•He missed most of last season at Kentucky, playing only four games.
•Spurs do not expect him to debut until December.
•NBA scouts compare him to Jalen Duren for his intensity.
•His draft slide may reflect resume issues, not injury concerns.

Latest Updates

10:35 PMYahoo Sports — Spurs Urged Not to 'Worry' About Jayden Quaintance's Injury

What they're saying

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San Antonio Spurs' rookie Jayden Quaintance is coming off a torn ACL, but there are plenty of reasons for fans to remain optimistic about his role on the team.
— Yahoo Sports

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