San Antonio star Victor Wembanyama's season is over after he was diagnosed with a blood clot in his right shoulder, a condition that will sideline one of the league's brightest stars and is the second massive health-related hit for the Spurs in a matter of months.

Wembanyama is beginning treatment immediately and the Spurs are working under the expectation that the 7-foot-3 center from France will fully recover, a person with knowledge of the situation said Thursday, speaking to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because those details were not released publicly.

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It may even be possible for Wembanyama — the NBA's leading shot-blocker this season and a first-time All-Star — to play this summer for France in the European championships if he chooses, the person said.

“You can't replace Vic,” Spurs guard Chris Paul said. “I can't stand on a guy's shoulders and block every shot that comes to the rim. Aside from his basketball ability, his charisma and what he brings into the locker room, I think, is what we'll miss the most.”

Wembanyama's condition — deep vein thrombosis — was diagnosed this week after he returned from the All-Star Game, the Spurs said Thursday. It is almost always treated with blood-thinning medication, and more evaluation will be needed.

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“I’m not smart enough or inclined enough with the medical expertise, but this is what I can say: Victor felt his arm didn’t feel completely normal. That........

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