Sochan won't start Sunday's game against the Raptors, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Sochan has made back-to-back starts but will come off the bench Sunday, as Bismack Biyombo is starting at center. Over his last six appearances (two starts), Sochan has averaged 15.7 points, 5.7 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 0.8 steals in 28.3 minutes per game.
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Spurs' Jeremy Sochan: Comes close to double-double
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Sochan accumulated 23 points (11-17 FG, 1-2 FT), nine rebounds and two assists over 35 minutes during Friday's 128-120 victory over Philadelphia.
Sochan had scored 10 points in his return to the first unit on Wednesday against the Knicks, and he upped that stat line with an even better outing in this one. The forward finished just one board shy of a double-double, and he also reached the 20-point mark for the first time since posting a 21-point effort against the Knicks back on Dec. 25. Sochan is averaging 13.9 points, 8.1 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 0.9 steals per game when deployed in a starting role this season.
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Spurs' Jeremy Sochan: Makes early exit
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Sochan was ejected during the fourth quarter of Monday's game against the Lakers, Mark Medina of TheSportingTribune.com reports. He finished the night with 15 points (7-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist in 26 minutes.
Sochan got into an altercation with Jarred Vanderbilt, which began after Sochan fired the basketball at Vanderbilt, ultimately resulting in the ejection of both players. Sandro Mamukelashvili and Keldon Johnson could see more minutes down the stretch of the fourth quarter in Sochan's absence.
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Spurs' Jeremy Sochan: Exits with head injury
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Sochan sustained a hit to the head and has precautionarily been ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's game against the Rockets, Michael C. Wright of ESPN.com reports.
It's unclear when Sochan sustained the injury, but it prevented him from seeing the floor in the second half. The 21-year-old forward finished the contest with seven points (3-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and five rebounds across 12 minutes. He'll likely undergo further testing, but for now, Sochan's status remains up in the air for Saturday's game against the Rockets. While he's idle, Julian Champagnie and Keldon Johnson could see more action.
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Spurs' Jeremy Sochan: Records three steals
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Sochan ended with 14 points (6-7 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, three assists and three steals over 21 minutes during Monday's 131-121 victory over Washington.
Sochan set a new season-high mark with three steals while putting together an efficient night from the field. That's been the trend for most of February, as Sochan has shot 64.3 percent from the field and 66.7 percent from beyond the arc over his last six games with 10.5 points, 6.0 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 1.0 steals in 21.7 minutes per game.
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Spurs' Jeremy Sochan: Improved performance Monday
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Sochan accumulated 14 points (6-9 FG, 2-2 3Pt), eight rebounds, three assists and one steal in 21 minutes during Monday's 128-109 loss to the Grizzlies.
Sochan flirted with a double-double despite the loss, his best performance since returning from a back injury. It's been a slow ramp-up for Sochan, having played fewer than 23 minutes in five of his past six games. The Spurs will welcome De'Aaron Fox in the coming games, presenting the coaching staff with some questions regarding the long-term rotation. For now, Sochan will continue to come off the bench, limiting his overall upside.
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Spurs' Jeremy Sochan: Coming off bench Thursday
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Sochan isn't in the starting five for Thursday's game versus the Pacers.
Sochan is set to return to action Thursday after missing San Antonio's previous five contests due to a bilateral lumbar spine bone bruise. However, Sochan will come off the bench against Indiana as he works his way back into game shape.
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Spurs' Jeremy Sochan: Good to go against Indiana
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Sochan (back) is available for Thursday's game versus the Pacers, Jeff Garcia of KENS 5 San Antonio reports.
Sochan has been upgraded from questionable to available Thursday after missing San Antonio's previous five contests due to a bilateral lumbar spine bone bruise. However, It's unclear if the 21-year-old forward will reclaim his starting spot or be eased back into the team's rotation.
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Spurs' Jeremy Sochan: Won't play Wednesday
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Sochan (back) is out for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.
Sochan will remain out for a third straight game with back soreness, and it's not an encouraging sign for his status that he's been ruled out so far in advance of Wednesday's action. His next chance to play will come Friday in a rematch with Memphis. 2024 No. 4 overall pick Stephon Castle should continue starting for the Spurs in the backcourt in Sochan's absence Wednesday, making the former an appealing streamer target in fantasy leagues.
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Spurs' Jeremy Sochan: Ruled out for Wednesday
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Sochan has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Bucks due to back tightness, Michael C. Wright of ESPN.com reports.
Sochan will sit out of Wednesday's contest due to a lingering back injury that he sustained during last Tuesday's win over the Clippers. The 21-year-old was able to suit up in the Spurs' last two outings after missing Friday's win over the Nuggets, though the lingering injury is a cause for concern ahead of Saturday's game against the Lakers. With Sochan sidelined, Julian Champagnie and Keldon Johnson are candidates for increased roles.
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Spurs' Jeremy Sochan: Cleared for Saturday
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Sochan (back) will play against the Nuggets on Saturday, independent NBA writer Matthew Tynan reports.
After missing Friday's game versus the Nuggets, Sochan had his questionable tag removed and will be ready to roll for the rematch. With Sochan back in action, Keldon Johnson and Julian Champagnie likely won't have as much upside.
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Spurs' Jeremy Sochan: Iffy for Saturday
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Sochan (back) has been listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Nuggets.
Sochan missed Friday's game against the Nuggets with a back issue and could now miss the second game of a back-to-back in San Antonio against Denver. If Sochan misses a second straight game, Keldon Johnson and Julian Champagnie could get more time on the floor.
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Spurs' Jeremy Sochan: Exits with back injury
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Sochan has been ruled out for the remainder of Tuesday's game against the Clippers due to a low back injury, Marc J. Spears of ESPN.com reports. He had four points (2-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt), five rebounds, two assists and one steal over 15 minutes prior to departing.
Sochan will miss the final two quarters of play after feeling the back injury pop up at some point prior to halftime. The severity of the injury is unknown at this time. Keldon Johnson and Julian Champagnie should be more involved in the frontcourt the rest of the way Tuesday.
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Spurs' Jeremy Sochan: Flirts with double-double in loss
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Sochan produced 21 points (8-10 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds and two assists over 33 minutes during Wednesday's 117-114 loss to the Knicks.
Sochan continues to quietly put together a fantastic season, falling just one rebound short of another double-double. While his teammate, Victor Wembanyama, typically gets all the attention, Sochan's play is a big reason for the Spurs' success this season. Across 17 games, he is averaging 15.1 points, 8.4 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 1.0 steals in 29.3 minutes per game.
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Spurs' Jeremy Sochan: Hits for 15 as starter Friday
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Sochan ended Friday's 118-116 win over Portland with 15 points (6-9 FG, 3-4 FT), five rebounds, three assists, one block and two steals across 32 minutes.
The third-year forward made his second start in five games since returning from a thumb fracture that cost him most of November, but Sochan's production has been steady regardless of his role. Since rejoining the lineup Dec. 3, he's averaging 13.2 points, 8.2 boards, 2.0 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.8 blocks while shooting 51.0 percent from the floor.
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Spurs' Jeremy Sochan: Starting vs. Portland
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Sochan is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Trail Blazers.
The Spurs will be without Stephon Castle (shoulder) for this game, so interim head coach Mitch Johnson has changed things up. Sochan will slot in at power forward alongside Victor Wembanyama in the frontcourt, while Julian Champagnie and Harrison Barnes will play on the wings. Sochan is averaging 15.5 points, 8.5 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 1.0 steals per game as a starter this season (eight appearances).
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Spurs' Jeremy Sochan: Logs just 21 minutes in loss
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Sochan amassed 14 points (5-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds and two assists over 21 minutes during Friday's 140-113 loss to the Kings.
Sochan moved to the bench Friday, playing just 21 minutes. This was an interesting decision given he started the previous night. However, this game was the second of a back-to-back set, and he just returned from an extended injury absence. This may have been a case of the coaching staff opting to lighten his workload rather than giving him the night off altogether.
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Spurs' Jeremy Sochan: Not starting Friday
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Sochan is not in the Spurs' starting lineup for Friday's game against the Kings.
Sochan started against the Bulls on Thursday and finished with 16 points, 14 rebounds, two assists and one steal over 36 minutes. However, he will revert to a reserve role for Friday's game as Zach Collins get the start at center due to Victor Wembanyama (back) being sidelined.
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Spurs' Jeremy Sochan: Progressing toward return
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Sochan was able to participate in 5-on-5 work during Friday's practice following surgery on a fracture in the proximal phalanx of his left thumb in early November, Tom Orsborn of the San Antonio Express-News reports.
Sochan's return to 5-on-5 work suggests he is nearing a return to game action. While the Spurs have yet to provide a clear timetable for his comeback, an update is expected sooner rather than later. The 21-year-old appeared in seven regular-season outings before his long-term absence streak, during which he averaged 15.4 points, 7.7 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 1.0 steals while shooting 51.2 percent from the field across 29.3 minutes per game.
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Spurs' Jeremy Sochan: Won't return vs. Clippers on Monday
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Sochan (thumb) will not return during Monday's game against the Clippers, Paul Garcia of ProjectSpurs.com reports.
Sochan totaled four points (2-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist and one steal across 12 minutes before leaving due to a thumb injury. With the 21-year-old forward out, Zach Collins and Keldon Johnson are candidates for an increased role the rest of the way.
