The Portland Trail Blazers and San Antonio Spurs open their first-round playoff series on Sunday night at Frost Bank Center, with both teams releasing their official Game 1 injury report ahead of tip-off.
Portland enters the matchup without its franchise leader, as Damian Lillard remains out due to left Achilles tendon injury management.
Portland’s backcourt production leans heavily on Shaedon Sharpe and Jrue Holiday. Sharpe averages 20.8 points per game, while Holiday contributes 16.3 points and 6.1 assists, providing steady playmaking balance. Scoot Henderson also adds secondary creation with 14.2 points per game off the bench and spot starts.
Deni Avdija’s role expands further as a primary initiator, posting 24.2 points, 6.7 assists, and 6.9 rebounds per game.
San Antonio reports a more stable rotation heading into Game 1, with only Jordan McLaughlin ruled out due to a left ankle sprain.
The Spurs continue to be led by De’Aaron Fox and Victor Wembanyama, forming one of the league’s most productive star duos. Fox averages 18.6 points and 6.2 assists, while Wembanyama produces 25.0 points, 11.5 rebounds, and 3.1 blocks per game, anchoring both ends of the floor.
San Antonio also benefits from Stephon Castle’s development as a secondary facilitator at 7.4 assists per game, helping stabilize offensive flow when defensive pressure increases.
The season series also leans toward San Antonio, which leads 2-1 in regular-season meetings.
