Spurs Outlast Mavericks 122-106 in Texas Showdown

A Home Court Deficit

The Dallas Mavericks hosted the San Antonio Spurs at American Airlines Center on Saturday, October 24, 2026, but could not hold off their intrastate rivals. The Spurs secured a 122-106 victory in front of 19,555 spectators, leaving both franchises with identical 1-2 records following the contest.

First Half Dynamics

Dallas began on equal footing with San Antonio, trading baskets throughout the opening period which ended tied at 32-31 after the first quarter. The Mavericks took control in the second frame, outscoring San Antonio 33-24 to enter halftime with a narrow advantage. Sergio de Larrea was instrumental for Dallas, contributing significantly to their offensive output.

Daniel Gafford provided toughness on the glass for the home team, securing nine rebounds during the game.

Third Quarter Shift

San Antonio reversed the momentum early in the third quarter. The Spurs outscored Dallas 24-17 in the period, leveraging efficient scoring runs to reclaim the lead. Victor Wembanyama anchored the Spurs' performance, finishing with a team-high 23 points and seven rebounds. De'Aaron Fox orchestrated the offense effectively, dishing out nine assists to facilitate the team's offensive flow.

Fourth Quarter Closure

The Spurs pulled away decisively in the final period, winning the quarter 30-17. Their defense stifled Dallas, who managed only 17 points after three quarters of play. De'Aaron Fox added scoring punches while distributing to teammates, helping seal the win. The victory marks San Antonio’s first success of the season, while Dallas drops their second straight game.

Season Implications

Both teams remain at 1-2 in the standings as they look ahead to their next assignments. The Spurs demonstrated resilience after trailing at halftime, while the Mavericks struggled to maintain offensive consistency when pressed by San Antonio’s defense.

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