De’Aaron Fox and Victor Wembanyama were instrumental in leading the San Antonio Spurs to their sixth consecutive victory. The Spurs defeated the Golden State Warriors 126-113 in San Francisco, concluding the All-Star break with an impressive 38-16 record.
Wembanyama and Fox Shine Against Warriors
In this latest matchup, Fox contributed 27 points, while Wembanyama scored 26, building on his recent 40-point game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Keldon Johnson also made a strong impact, netting 21 points for San Antonio.
Warriors Struggle Without Curry
The Warriors, now holding a 29-26 record, struggled in this game without star player Stephen Curry, who is sidelined due to a knee injury. Draymond Green led the Warriors with 17 points, 12 rebounds, and 8 assists. Both Moses Moody and De’Anthony Melton added 17 points to the Golden State tally.
Game Summary
- Spurs’ Record: 38-16
- Warriors’ Record: 29-26
- Key Players:
- De’Aaron Fox: 27 points
- Victor Wembanyama: 26 points
- Keldon Johnson: 21 points
- Draymond Green: 17 points, 12 rebounds
The game was competitive, particularly in the second half. San Antonio overcame a 13-point deficit, closing the gap to four by halftime. The Warriors initially increased their lead with three consecutive 3-pointers to start the third quarter, but the Spurs finished strong, tying the game at 94 by the end of the third quarter.
In the fourth quarter, Wembanyama delivered a highlight-reel moment with an alley-oop dunk, a blocked shot, and a 3-pointer within a minute, helping the Spurs secure a 10-point lead. This win marked the Spurs’ first victory against the Warriors this season, as they look to continue their momentum.
Upcoming Games
- Spurs: Host the Phoenix Suns on February 19 in Austin, Texas.
- Warriors: Host the Boston Celtics on February 19.
