Wembanyama's 36, 14 lead Spurs past Jazz 117-111 in OT

Overtime Decisive for San Antonio

The San Antonio Spurs secured a 117-111 victory over the Utah Jazz on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City. The deciding factor came in the fifth period, where the visitors outscored the home team 12-6 to close out the contest. San Antonio entered the extra time with a two-point lead, but Utah’s Brice Sensabaugh hit a 27-foot three-pointer to tie the game at 108. San Antonio responded with a steady offensive run, capped by a final 2-foot running dunk from De'Aaron Fox that put the Spurs ahead 117-108. Although Sensabaugh added a late three-pointer to make it 117-111, the Spurs held on for the win.

Wembanyama Dominates Statistically

Victor Wembanyama was the standout performer for the Spurs, leading all scorers with 36 points. His impact extended beyond scoring, as he also secured 14 rebounds, providing a crucial presence on the glass. Stephon Castle supported the attack with 8 assists, facilitating the ball movement that kept San Antonio’s offense efficient. The Spurs’ balanced approach allowed them to maintain pressure throughout the game, even when the Jazz mounted a strong challenge in the early minutes.

Jazz Resist But Fall Short

The Utah Jazz, playing at home before a crowd of 17,867, were led by Keyonte George, who tallied 31 points. Isaiah Collier contributed 6 assists, while Jaxson Hayes grabbed 11 rebounds for the visitors’ opponents. Utah took a 32-22 lead after the first quarter and maintained a 55-51 halftime advantage. However, the Spurs’ defense tightened in the second half. San Antonio outscored Utah 34-30 in the third quarter and matched them 20-20 in the fourth, setting the stage for the overtime showdown. The Jazz’s inability to stop San Antonio’s second-half surge proved costly in the end.

Records After the Game

With the victory, the San Antonio Spurs improved to a 3-2 record on the season. The Utah Jazz dropped to 1-4. The game featured intense competition, with both teams trading leads before San Antonio’s final run in overtime proved decisive. The Spurs’ ability to execute under pressure in the closing minutes secured their fourth win of the young season.

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