Spurs Beat Mavericks 122-106 Behind Wembanyama's 23 Points

Spurs Take Down Hosts in Rivalry Clash

The San Antonio Spurs secured a 122-106 victory over the host Dallas Mavericks on Saturday, Oct. 24, at the American Airlines Center. The win improved the Spurs to a 1-2 record on the season, matching the Mavericks, who also sit at 1-2. Victor Wembanyama led the way for San Antonio with 23 points and seven rebounds, while De'Aaron Fox provided nine assists.

For Dallas, Sergio de Larrea scored 21 points, and Daniel Gafford grabbed nine rebounds.

Early Momentum Shifts

The game began with a tight exchange, with the Spurs taking a 32-31 lead after the first quarter. Wembanyama opened the scoring with a free throw, and De'Aaron Fox extended the lead with a three-pointer assisted by Stephon Castle. The Mavericks responded through Daniel Gafford and P.J.

Washington, but the visitors held a slight edge. In the second quarter, the Spurs pulled ahead, building a 68-60 lead at the half. Wembanyama and Keldon Johnson connected on alley-oops, and Julian Champagnie added a three-pointer to stretch the advantage.

Marcus Sasser kept Dallas in the game with a pair of three-pointers, but the Spurs finished the half with the lead.

Spurs Extend Lead in Third

San Antonio maintained control in the third quarter, extending their advantage to 92-89. Wembanyama hit a three-pointer, and Stephon Castle added another from deep. The Mavericks tried to close the gap with three-pointers from Sergio de Larrea and Marcus Sasser, but the Spurs' offense remained efficient.

Dylan Harper contributed with a three-pointer and a tip shot, while De'Aaron Fox continued to facilitate the offense with his nine assists. The Spurs led by three points at the end of the third quarter.

Fourth Quarter Decider

The fourth quarter proved decisive as the Spurs pulled away. Dylan Harper hit two three-pointers, and Julian Champagnie added another to push the lead to 109-94. Wembanyama finished with an alley-oop dunk and two free throws.

The Mavericks attempted a late run with three-pointers from Walter Clayton Jr. and Jett Howard, but the Spurs' lead was too large to overcome. The game ended 122-106, with the Spurs celebrating their second victory of the season. Attendance was 19,555 at the American Airlines Center.

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