De'Aaron Fox's Ankle Condition Clouds Spurs' Game 5 Hopes in 2026

San Antonio Spurs guard De'Aaron Fox is listed as questionable for Game 5 due to a right ankle injury.

Spurs' Fox Listed as Questionable for Game 5 Guard De'Aaron Fox, a nine-year veteran, has been listed as questionable for Tuesday's Game 5 of the Western Conference semifinals at Frost Bank Center due to right ankle soreness. Fox was injured with 7:42 remaining in the third quarter Monday in a Game 4 loss at Minnesota that evened the series at 2-2. Timberwolves guard Ayo Dosunmu landed on Fox's right ankle while diving for a loose ball. ## Fox Finishes Game 4, Expresses Caution Fox was able to finish Game 4, tying rookie Dylan Harper with a team-high 24 points in 37 minutes. Fox told sources he suffered a high right ankle injury and wanted to see how the ankle might respond after the team's flight from Minneapolis to San Antonio. This move allowed the team to assess the extent of the injury before deciding on his status for Game 5. ## Fox's Stats and Experience A nine-year veteran, Fox ranks second for San Antonio in postseason scoring behind Victor Wembanyama, averaging 19.7 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 6.8 assists after averaging 18.6 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 6.2 assists during the regular season. Fox hasn't missed a game since March 25 and started 72 games during the regular season. His experience and scoring prowess make him a significant factor in the Spurs' lineup. ## Potential Replacement and Status Update If Fox is unable to play, Harper could join the starting lineup in the backcourt alongside Stephon Castle. Harper started four games in the regular season and is averaging 13.8 points in the playoffs to go with 4.6 rebounds and 2.2 assists. The Spurs will update Fox's status after Tuesday's shootaround or during coach Mitch Johnson's pregame news conference.