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Spurs Rally Past Mavericks 122-106 Behind Wembanyama’s 23 Points

San Antonio defeated Dallas 122-106 on Saturday at American Airlines Center. Victor Wembanyama led all scorers with 23 points and seven rebounds while De'Aaron Fox dished nine assists.

Coralie Oakley· AI-assisted, edited by Jake Team

October 25, 20262 min read

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San Antonio Spurs122
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October 24, 2026

A Decisive Victory in Dallas

The San Antonio Spurs traveled to Texas and secured a commanding 122-106 victory over the host Dallas Mavericks on Saturday, October 24, 2026. The win was driven by standout performances from Victor Wembanyama, who topped the scoring charts with 23 points and grabbed seven rebounds, and De'Aaron Fox, who orchestrated the offense with nine assists.

Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown

The game began as a tightly contested affair in the first quarter. San Antonio edged out Dallas 32-31, with both teams trading baskets early on. The Spurs maintained their narrow lead through the opening period, capitalizing on efficient shooting and timely plays from Stephon Castle and Devin Vassell.

In the second quarter, the balance of power shifted significantly. The Spurs outscored the Mavericks 36-29, taking control of the game. By halftime, San Antonio had established a comfortable cushion, thanks to strong offensive execution and defensive stops that prevented Dallas from mounting a serious comeback threat in the first half.

The third quarter saw the Mavericks attempt to close the gap, winning the period 29-24. However, the deficit was too large to overcome easily. San Antonio responded in the fourth quarter with a decisive 30-17 run, effectively putting the game out of reach. The Spurs' defense held Dallas to just 17 points in the final frame, sealing the victory.

Key Performances and Records

While Wembanyama led the Spurs with 23 points, Sergio de Larrea was the top scorer for Dallas with 21 points. Daniel Gafford controlled the boards for the Mavericks with nine rebounds, and Marcus Sasser contributed five assists. The Spurs' balanced attack, highlighted by Fox's playmaking and Wembanyama's scoring prowess, proved too much for the home team.

With this result, both teams remain at 1-2 in the standings. The Spurs improved their record to 1-2 with the road win, while the Mavericks fell to 1-2 after the loss at American Airlines Center, where 19,555 fans witnessed the decisive outcome.

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Coralie Oakley· AI-assisted, edited by Jake Team

Coralie Oakley covers Denton high school and area college sports.

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