In the first half, it appeared the San Antonio Spurs were headed toward the All-Star break struggling. However, they surged instead.
Overcoming a 16-point gap in the third quarter, the Spurs defeated the Golden State Warriors 126-113 at Chase Center on Wednesday night. Their strong second-half rally, combined with composed efforts from their young stars, extended San Antonio’s winning streak to six games and fueled perceptions around the league that this team is rapidly improving.
The Spurs didn’t just win—they took control.
Golden State jumped ahead early with sharp ball movement and accurate perimeter shooting. The Warriors set the game’s tempo in the first quarter and held the lead most of the second by capitalizing on defensive lapses to build a double-digit advantage.
San Antonio’s defense was slow to react, and their offense seemed disjointed. Yet, the bench remained calm—no visible frustration, just steady confidence.
The shift began midway through the third quarter. The Spurs intensified their defense, cutting off driving lanes and forcing the Warriors into a more challenging style of play. What was once comfortable possession for Golden State turned chaotic.
Meanwhile, San Antonio simplified its offense. The ball started moving into the paint, their cuts became sharper, and screens were set with greater force. The Spurs attacked inside relentlessly, leaving the Warriors without answers.
Dejounte Fox ignited the comeback, contributing 27 points and eight assists. He controlled the pace during a pivotal stretch late in the third, slicing through defenses and hitting pull-up jumpers that slowly erased the deficit. He finished the quarter with a deep jumper at the buzzer to tie the game.
That’s when Victor Wembanyama took charge.
The 7-foot-4 franchise cornerstone scored 26 points and grabbed nine rebounds, but his influence went beyond stats. Early in the fourth quarter, he energized the Spurs bench with two consecutive shots at the rim, followed by a fast-break alley-oop dunk.
Soon after, he nailed a three-pointer, flipping a close game solidly in San Antonio’s favor and draining the energy from the Warriors.
The Spurs outscored Golden State 32-19 in the final quarter, using size and physicality to dominate. They controlled the boards throughout, creating repeated mismatches inside.
Keldon Johnson was an important contributor off the bench, scoring 21 points with aggressive drives and solid perimeter shooting. His energy steadied the rotation when starters rested, keeping momentum firmly in the Spurs’ corner.
Golden State fought to keep pace. Draymond Green recorded a triple-double and battled hard inside, while Moses Moody and De’Anthony Melton found success from the perimeter. However, without a consistent rhythm and missing Stephen Curry’s presence, the Warriors couldn’t match San Antonio down the stretch.
The most impressive aspect of the Spurs’ performance wasn’t just their scoring—it was their composure. Early in the season, trailing by 16 points on the road might have caused this young team to unravel. On Wednesday, it only made them sharper.
Their defensive rotations improved, communication heightened, and shot selection matured. The Spurs began to look less like newcomers and more like a team learning how to close out tough games in hostile environments.
As the clock wound down, the Spurs celebrated while the Warriors dribbled out the final seconds. It was a message—come back anytime. Another statement made.
Now 38-16, San Antonio heads into the All-Star break with growing momentum and confidence. Their offense flows smoothly, defense is evolving, and the chemistry between Fox and Wembanyama is shaping up to be one of the league’s most formidable duos.
Once known mainly for their potential, the Spurs are now focused on results.
Wednesday’s game proved it: this group doesn’t crumble when knocked down—they respond. And they’re just getting started.
Fan Take: This breakthrough win shows that the Spurs are no longer just a promising young team—they’re becoming a legitimate threat in the league. For basketball fans, watching this rise means witnessing the potential dawn of a new powerhouse, which could reshape the NBA landscape for years to come.
