Spurs 125 - Trail Blazers 103 (11/7/2026): Wembanyama Shines With 29 Points

The San Antonio Spurs put on a strong performance against the Portland Trail Blazers, winning the game 125-103 at the Moda Center. The Spurs now hold a record of 8-2, placing them second in the Western Conference. Meanwhile, the Trail Blazers fall to 6-3, sitting at eighth in the same conference.

In the first quarter, both teams played evenly, with the Spurs leading by just two points, 22-20. However, the second quarter saw the Spurs gain momentum, scoring 42 points while holding the Blazers to 29. By halftime, the Spurs had built a 15-point lead, making it 64-49.

Spurs Dominate the Second Half

The Spurs continued their strong play in the third quarter, adding another 45 points to their total. The Trail Blazers could only manage 27 points during the same period. This increased the Spurs' lead to 108-76 entering the fourth quarter.

Despite a rally attempt by the Blazers in the final quarter, the Spurs held firm. They scored 16 points in the fourth, which was enough to secure their victory by a 22-point margin. The Blazers' fourth-quarter effort added 27 points but fell short of closing the gap.

Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs with an impressive 29 points, along with 7 rebounds and 3 assists. His efficiency on the floor was evident, making 9 of his 13 field goal attempts. Stephon Castle contributed 14 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists to the Spurs' effort.

Blazers' Struggles Continue

On the Blazers' side, Yang Hansen recorded a double-double with 12 points and 10 rebounds. Chris Youngblood added 11 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 assists. However, their contributions were not enough to overcome the deficit.

Deni Avdija was the top scorer for the Blazers with 15 points. Yet, the team struggled from beyond the arc, making just 9 of their 35 three-point attempts, a 25.7% success rate. Their field goal percentage stood at 41.7%, a factor that contributed to their loss.

The Spurs' defense played a crucial role, forcing 17 turnovers from the Blazers. This helped them capitalize on extra possessions and maintain control of the game. The Spurs also excelled at the free-throw line, converting 93.3% of their attempts.

Looking Ahead

The Spurs will continue their road trip, facing the Phoenix Suns next on Monday. They look to extend their winning streak, currently at eight games, and solidify their position in the Western Conference standings.

The Trail Blazers will return to the court on Tuesday, where they will host the Oklahoma City Thunder. They aim to bounce back from this loss and improve their standing in the league.

Both teams have a challenging schedule ahead, with the Spurs set to face teams like the Chicago Bulls and Golden State Warriors in the coming days. The Blazers will have a double-header against the Thunder and a game against the Sacramento Kings later in the week.

Head Coach Mitch Johnson will likely focus on maintaining the Spurs' momentum and addressing any areas for improvement. Meanwhile, Coach Micah Nori of the Trail Blazers will need to find solutions to address their recent struggles and get back to winning ways.