The San Antonio Spurs got their first taste of Emirates Cup play on their successful trip to the home of the struggling Sacramento Kings. Despite the Kings being overmatched in talent, they gave a solid effort looking for their second…
The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Sacramento Kings 124-109 to secure their seventh consecutive victory in their opening Emirates Cup game. Victor Wembanyama starred for San Antonio, recording 30 points on 55.6 percent shooting alongside 14 rebounds and two blocks. Despite a brief third-quarter slump, the Spurs controlled the contest after building a substantial cushion with a 76-point first half.
Stephon Castle contributed 19 points and seven assists, while Devin Vassell combined with Wembanyama for nine 3-pointers. An injury scare occurred when Domantas Sabonis committed a flagrant foul on Wembanyama's landing space, but the center avoided serious harm. The Spurs set a season-high in 3-point percentage and attempted 42 free throws.
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