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Spurs Extend Winning Streak to Five with 119-97 Victory Over Jazz

Dylan Harper and Victor Wembanyama powered the San Antonio Spurs to a decisive 119-97 win over the Utah Jazz on Monday, improving their record to 5-2 while dropping Utah to 1-6.

Hart Nash· AI-assisted, edited by Jake Team

November 3, 20262 min read

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November 2, 2026

Spurs Extend Winning Streak

The San Antonio Spurs improved their record to 5-2 with a commanding 119-97 victory over the visiting Utah Jazz on Monday, November 2, 2026, at Frost Bank Center. The win extends San Antonio’s winning streak to five games. The Jazz, who have fallen to a 1-6 record, could not overcome the Spurs’ balanced offensive attack and defensive pressure in front of an attendance of 18,464.

Early Lead Builds

San Antonio established control early, outscoring Utah 27-16 in the first quarter. Dylan Harper and Victor Wembanyama were instrumental in the opening stretch, with Harper contributing to multiple scoring plays and Wembanyama finishing at the rim. The Spurs maintained their momentum into the second period, taking a 59-49 lead at the half. While Lauri Markkanen provided a spark for Utah with several three-pointers, the Spurs’ depth allowed them to pull away in front of the home crowd.

Third Quarter Surge

The gap widened significantly in the third quarter as San Antonio outscored Utah 35-20. This period saw the Spurs extend their lead to 94-69 by the end of the third. Keldon Johnson and Stephon Castle added to the offensive tally, while Wembanyama continued to dominate the glass. The Jazz struggled to find consistent rhythm, with their scoring dropping to 20 points in the frame, allowing the home team to build a comfortable cushion.

Final Stretch and Records

In the fourth quarter, the Spurs managed the clock effectively, holding Utah to 28 points. Harrison Barnes and Tarris Reed Jr. contributed key baskets and free throws to seal the 119-97 result. For the Spurs, Dylan Harper led the team with 17 points and 8 assists, while Victor Wembanyama recorded 11 rebounds. On the Jazz side, Lauri Markkanen finished with 22 points and 8 rebounds, and Darryn Peterson provided 6 assists. The performance solidified San Antonio’s position at 5-2 on the season, while the Jazz remain at 1-6.

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Hart Nash· AI-assisted, edited by Jake Team

Hart Nash covers Princeton high school and area college sports.

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