Blake Wesley: stats, last game & news

When Blake Wesley collapsed on the court during his second NBA game in October 2022 with a torn medial collateral ligament in his left knee, many would have understood if he had taken his time recovering. But the young point guard from South Bend is not the type to feel sorry for himself.

Less than seven weeks later, Wesley was back on the court, demonstrating the same determination that had carried him from the gyms of James Whitcomb Riley High School all the way to the San Antonio Spurs. In high school, his performances were already remarkable: over 26 points per game as a senior, enough to earn him a finalist nomination for Indiana's Mr. Basketball award.

His explosiveness and impressive vertical leap quickly caught the attention of college recruiters. Courted by Kansas State, Louisville, Maryland, and Purdue, Wesley chose to stay close to home by joining Notre Dame. A single college season was enough to win over NBA scouts, as his clutch performances and scoring ability left a lasting impression.

Selected 25th overall in the 2022 NBA Draft by San Antonio, Wesley joined a franchise renowned for developing young talent. His early injury could have slowed his development, but his swift return revealed a character shaped in a family where sports play a central role.

Traded to the Washington Wizards in July 2025, Wesley begins a new chapter in his young career, armed with the valuable experience of having overcome adversity from his very first steps in the big league.