Wembanyama's 52-Point, 24-Rebound Masterpiece Lifts Spurs Past Mavericks 112-111

A Duel of Titans

San Antonio secured a hard-fought 112-111 victory over the visiting Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, fueled by an unprecedented individual performance from Victor Wembanyama. The Spurs (6-2) held off a persistent Mavericks squad (4-4) in a game defined by massive swings in momentum and elite scoring efficiency.

First Half Dominance

The Spurs established control early, jumping out to a 32-26 lead after the first quarter. San Antonio extended that advantage significantly in the second period, outscoring Dallas 36-25 to take a commanding 68-51 lead into halftime. Wembanyama was the primary architect of this surge, utilizing his size and skill to dominate the paint and draw fouls with regularity.

His ability to score from multiple levels kept the Mavericks' defense stretched and unable to contain the Spurs' offensive flow.

Dallas Mounts Rally

The Mavericks refused to surrender, beginning a steady climb in the third quarter. They narrowed the deficit through disciplined play and timely scoring, though Wembanyama continued to add to his tally. Entering the final period, San Antonio still led by 17 points, but Dallas began to chip away at the margin.

The game tightened considerably as the fourth quarter progressed, with both teams trading baskets in a tense finish.

Late-Game Tension and Finish

The final minutes saw the score remain within striking distance of either side. Wembanyama’s scoring prowess proved decisive in the closing moments. He finished with 52 points and grabbed 24 rebounds, anchoring the Spurs' offense and defense alike.

For Dallas, Kyrie Irving provided significant support with 29 points and five assists, while P.J. Washington contributed 10 rebounds to keep the Mavericks in contention until the final buzzer.

Despite a valiant effort from Dallas, who outscored San Antonio 31-22 in the fourth quarter to make it a one-possession game, the Spurs held on for the win. The victory improves San Antonio’s record to 6-2, while Dallas falls to .500 at 4-4.

Key Contributors

While Wembanyama was the clear standout, other players contributed to the final result. De'Aaron Fox added four assists for the Spurs, helping facilitate the offense that generated crucial scoring opportunities. Irving’s playmaking and scoring were vital for Dallas, but it was not enough to overcome the early deficit and Wembanyama’s historic night.

The game was played at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, with an attendance of 18,354 witnessing the thrilling conclusion.

Sources

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