Victor Wembanyama did not set foot on an NBA court after the All-Star Game, when he was diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder. He missed enough games that he did not qualify for Defensive Player of the Year or other postseason honors that might have come his way.

San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama has confirmed that he has been “cleared to return” to action after recovering from a blood clot in his shoulder.