Jeremy Sochan, forward for the San Antonio Spurs, will not participate in this year’s EuroBasket tournament after sustaining a calf injury, the Polish Basketball Federation confirmed. The injury was reported earlier this week following a workout, prompting immediate medical attention from the Polish national team’s staff and representatives.
Medical Evaluation Leads to Decision for Treatment in San Antonio
After Sochan reported calf pain, the Polish national team medical staff conducted testing and held discussions including Spurs officials, the player’s agent, and family members. A consensus was reached that Sochan would return to San Antonio for focused treatment and rehabilitation, prioritizing his long-term recovery over immediate competition.
The injury is not considered severe and is not expected to interfere with Sochan’s readiness for the NBA training camps scheduled to begin late next month.
We did the necessary tests for Jeremy. The injury is not serious, but there are less than three weeks left until EuroBasket,
said Lukasz Koszarek, director of the Polish national team.
This is very little time. Jeremy is a very important part of our team, he has great contact with all the players and staff and we are very sorry that his adventure with the national team ends so quickly this summer.
—Lukasz Koszarek, Director of the Polish National Team
Sochan’s Background and Role Within the Polish Team
Sochan, who qualifies to represent Poland through his mother, has played for Poland’s national basketball teams since his junior years. He made his senior national team debut during EuroBasket 2022, quickly establishing himself as a key contributor.
Since being selected ninth overall in the 2022 NBA draft, Sochan has demonstrated versatility and consistent production with the Spurs. Last season, he averaged 11.4 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 2.4 assists across 54 games, showcasing his all-around skill and potential. He is also positioned to negotiate a rookie scale extension this offseason.
Support from Spurs and Sochan’s Reflections on Missing EuroBasket
Brian Wright, general manager of the San Antonio Spurs, praised the professionalism and collaboration demonstrated by Polish officials throughout the injury evaluation process. Meanwhile, Sochan expressed deep disappointment over his withdrawal but conveyed hope for a full recovery before the next NBA season.
I am very disappointed, but due to a calf muscle injury, unfortunately, I will not be able to play for Polish at this year’s EuroBasket,
he said.
I’ve been working hard for this over the last few months, and the time I trained and played with the national team was amazing. It’s a special group and I really enjoyed being a part of this team. Fortunately, the doctors predict that I will be fully healthy by the time the start of the preparation camp before the upcoming NBA season. I want to thank my teammates, coaches and the whole staff, especially the fans in Poland, for their support. I appreciate it very much and know that although I will not be able to be with you, I will support Poland with all my heart.
—Jeremy Sochan, Spurs Forward
Looking Ahead: Recovery and Future Prospects for Sochan
While missing EuroBasket represents a setback for both Sochan and the Polish national team, medical staff remain optimistic about his rehabilitation timeline. With less than three weeks until the tournament, the decision to prioritize healing highlights a commitment to his long-term health. The Spurs forward is expected to return fully fit for the NBA training camps, where he aims to build on his promising sophomore season and secure his place as a vital player for San Antonio.