Harrison Barnes Sidelined, Champagnie Steps Up

0:00On this March 6th, here's what's making headlines for the NBA. Harrison Barnes of the San Antonio Spurs is sidelined for his third straight game with a left ankle impingement. He felt soreness after a nap before facing the Philadelphia 76ers and got ruled out Friday for tonight's matchup against the LA Clippers on. The second night of a back-to-back, the Spurs updated his status to day-to-day, with Coach Mitch Johnson noting Barnes would push to play if left alone. This injury snaps his 364 game streak dating back to December 4th, 2021, which ranks second longest active in the league. Coach Johnson called Barnes a true professional for his game prep and recovery work. Teammates like Victor Wimbanyama praised how Julian Champagne smoothly took his starting spot during the team's road trip, accepting the role without issue. Champagne, now holding the second longest active streak, is questionable tonight with right knee soreness. Other Spurs out include Mason Plumley with the growing issue, plus David Jones Garcia and two-way players.

1:04Barnes averages 10.2 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 2.1 assists this season on 44% field shooting. As he recovers, tip off against the Clippers is at 8.30pm central on ESPN, with the team leaning on his leadership off the court. This DNN story comes to you thanks to our sponsor. What is cooler than cool, a pillow that plays your sound, S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com.