Spurs Secure Victory in Texas Rivalry
The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Dallas Mavericks 122-106 on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at the American Airlines Center. The visiting team secured the win in front of a crowd of 19,555, improving their record to 1-2, while the host Mavericks fell to 1-2 on the season.
The result marked a significant win for San Antonio in the regional rivalry, with the Spurs outscoring Dallas in three of the four quarters.
Wembanyama and Harper Drive Offense
Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs with 23 points and 7 rebounds. De'Aaron Fox contributed significantly to the playmaking role, recording 9 assists for the team. Dylan Harper was also a key scorer, hitting multiple three-pointers throughout the game, including a 24-foot jumper in the fourth quarter that extended the lead.
The Spurs' balanced attack allowed them to maintain pressure on the Mavericks' defense, with multiple players contributing in the double digits or key plays in the closing minutes.
Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown
The game was competitive in the early stages, with the Spurs leading 32-31 after the first quarter. San Antonio dominated the second period, outscoring Dallas 36-29 to take a 68-60 lead into halftime. The third quarter saw the Spurs extend their advantage to 92-89, despite the Mavericks keeping pace with 29 points.
The decisive factor came in the fourth quarter, where the Spurs scored 30 points while holding the Mavericks to just 17. This final stretch allowed San Antonio to pull away and secure the 122-106 victory.
Mavericks Struggle to Contain Spurs
For the Dallas Mavericks, Sergio de Larrea led the team with 21 points. Marcus Sasser provided 5 assists, helping to move the ball, while Daniel Gafford grabbed 9 rebounds. Despite these efforts, the Mavericks could not overcome the Spurs' offensive surge in the second and fourth quarters.
The home team's inability to stop San Antonio's perimeter shooting and interior scoring proved costly, leaving them with a 1-2 record heading into the next stretch of the season.
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