We caught up with Anfernee Simons ahead of tonight's contest to get a few thoughts on basketball, life, and giving back to the city where he grew up. When the Magic host the Portland Trail Blazers on Jan. 23, it’ll be a homecoming for one of the league’s brightest young stars – Anfernee Simons.

Los Angeles Clippers guard Norman Powell (24) tries to get around the defense of Portland Trail Blazers guard Anfernee Simons (1) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025, in Portland, Ore. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane) AP AP

Anfernee Simons received an important injury update ahead of the Trail Blazers' game on Thursday night against the Magic.

Victor Wembanyama scored 30 points in his first NBA game on his native French soil, Devin Vassell added 25 and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Indiana Pacers 140-110 on Thursday night. Wembanyama finished with 11 rebounds,

The San Antonio Spurs haven’t seen the playoffs in five years, dating back to the 2018-19 season. Before then, they held the record for most consecutive playoff appearances with 22. What will it take to bring the city of San Antonio back to the postseason?

Victor Wembanyama scored 30 points in his first NBA game on his native French soil, Devin Vassell added 25 and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Indiana Pacers 140-110 on Thursday night.

NBA.com Staff Victor Wembanyama will be the center of attention this week as the Spurs and Pacers play 2 games in Paris. • Get NBA League Pass TODAY The San ... up with Anfernee Simons ahead ...

The San Antonio Spurs play the Indiana Pacers in Paris. The teams match up Saturday for the first time this season.

The main events start Thursday when Wembanyama and the Spurs take on the Indiana Pacers in the first of two games in Paris. The rematch is Saturday, both happening at Accor Arena, the same building where Wembanyama played in the knockout round of the Paris Olympics last summer when he and France wound up losing to the U.S. in the gold-medal game.