Spurs Edge Mavericks in High-Scoring Thriller
The San Antonio Spurs defeated the visiting Dallas Mavericks 112-111 on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at Frost Bank Center. The decisive factor in the tight contest was a historic performance by Victor Wembanyama, who scored 52 points and grabbed 24 rebounds for the home side. The Spurs improved their record to 6-2, while the Mavericks fell to 4-4. Attendance at the venue was 18,354.
Wembanyama Dominates Early
San Antonio established an early lead, outscoring Dallas 32-26 in the first quarter. Wembanyama was immediate, contributing a driving dunk and multiple free throws to help the Spurs build a cushion. The home team extended their advantage in the second quarter, scoring 36 points to Dallas's 25.
This surge allowed the Spurs to enter the halftime break with a significant lead, having outscored the visitors 68-51 through the first half. Kyrie Irving provided the offensive spark for Dallas, finishing with 29 points and five assists, but the Mavericks struggled to keep pace with the Spurs' balanced attack.
Late-Game Pressure
The momentum shifted in the third quarter as Dallas responded with 29 points, narrowing the gap. However, the fourth quarter became a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading baskets. Dallas outscored San Antonio 31-22 in the final period, pushing the game into the closing seconds.
