The San Antonio Spurs have released center Nathan Mensah, reducing their roster to 20 players as the NBA season approaches.

Mensah, 25, was acquired in July and had previously played for the Charlotte Hornets. Despite a promising Summer League performance, his limited offensive skills and minimal preseason play led to his departure.

While not expected to contribute significantly this season, he could have developed with the Austin Spurs in the G League.

The Utah Jazz are preparing for a preseason game against the San Antonio Spurs, who will be missing several key players, including Victor Wembanyama. Wembanyama, the 2023 first-overall pick, is taking a break after a solid debut performance.

Alongside Wembanyama, Charles Bassey, David Duke Jr., Nathan Mensah, and Devin Vassell will also be sidelined. The Jazz might be without Keyonte George due to a knee sprain, but he is expected to return before the regular season begins.

The Orlando Magic are set to face the San Antonio Spurs in their 2024-25 NBA preseason game on Wednesday night. The matchup will take place at 8 p.m. ET at the Frost Bank Center.

Injury updates reveal that Wendell Carter Jr. will miss the game due to a left ankle sprain, while the Spurs will be without several players, including Devin Vassell and Keldon Johnson. However, Chris Paul and Victor Wembanyama are expected to make their preseason debuts.