Spurs Dominate Mavericks for Second Straight Win
DALLAS – The San Antonio Spurs continued their strong form, defeating the Dallas Mavericks 138-125 on , marking their second consecutive victory over their Texas rivals. The win comes just two days after a triumph over the Mavericks, 135-123, in Dallas.
Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs with a dominant performance, contributing significantly to the team’s offensive output. While specific statistics from the game weren’t immediately available, Wembanyama was a key factor in the victory, scoring 29 points and securing 11 rebounds. He also showcased his playmaking ability, dishing out six assists.
The game saw rookie Cooper Flagg of the Mavericks extend his impressive streak, scoring 32 points and establishing an NBA record for consecutive 30-point games by a teenager. This marked his fourth straight game reaching the 30-point threshold, placing him alongside NBA legends Michael Jordan, Bernard King, Allen Iverson, and Jalen Green as the only rookies since the 1976-77 NBA-ABA merger to achieve such a feat.
Despite Flagg’s individual brilliance, the Mavericks struggled as a team, falling to a six-game losing streak – their longest of the season. Naji Marshall also contributed significantly for Dallas in the matchup, matching Flagg’s point total with 32 of his own. Daniel Gafford added 16 points and 10 rebounds, shortly after the trade deadline passed without a deal being made for the center.
The Spurs’ victory on was a team effort, with seven players scoring in double figures. Harrison Barnes added 19 points, while De’Aaron Fox contributed 17 points, including two crucial 3-pointers in the fourth quarter. Stephon Castle also made a significant impact, finishing with 18 points and seven rebounds, culminating in a powerful follow dunk for the final points of the game.
The contest saw Wembanyama start strong, making his first five 3-pointers and reaching 20 points by halftime. The Spurs maintained a double-digit lead for much of the game, but the Mavericks proved resilient, refusing to concede until the final minutes. Wembanyama ultimately finished 9 of 14 from the field.
The Mavericks were playing their first game following the trade of 10-time All-Star Anthony Davis, who had been sidelined for a month with a left hand injury. The Spurs, meanwhile, demonstrated a balanced attack and strong defensive resolve to secure the win.
