STWF SPORTS | SAN ANTONIO, Texas | NOVEMBER 4, 2026 – The Dallas Mavericks delivered a determined second-half comeback Wednesday night but came up painfully short, falling 112-111 to the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center.

Victor Wembanyama dominated the matchup with a remarkable 52 points, 24 rebounds and eight blocked shots, leading San Antonio to its sixth victory of the season.

Despite trailing by as many as 19 points, Dallas battled back behind Kyrie Irving, P.J. Washington Jr. and Naji Marshall before a missed shot in the closing seconds sealed the Mavericks’ fourth loss.

The Spurs improved to 6-2 overall, while Dallas dropped to 4-4.

Spurs Establish Early Control

Victor Wembanyama: A Rising Star in the NBA

San Antonio opened the game aggressively, building a 32-26 advantage after the first quarter.

The Spurs continued controlling the interior during the second period, outscoring Dallas 36-25 to carry a commanding 68-51 lead into halftime.

Wembanyama created constant problems for the Mavericks with his combination of size, scoring versatility and defensive presence.

San Antonio eventually extended its advantage to 19 points, appearing positioned for a comfortable victory.

However, Dallas refused to surrender.

Mavericks Rally Behind Irving and Marshall

The Mavericks began shifting momentum during the third quarter, increasing their defensive intensity and improving offensive execution.

Dallas outscored San Antonio 29-22 in the period, cutting the deficit to 90-80 entering the fourth quarter.

Irving provided the offensive leadership, finishing with a team-high 29 points, seven rebounds and five assists.

Marshall delivered an outstanding performance off the bench, scoring 22 points on 9-of-12 shooting, including a perfect 3-of-3 from beyond the arc.

Washington added 21 points and 10 rebounds, while Cooper Flagg contributed 19 points, 10 rebounds and five assists.

The Mavericks continued applying pressure throughout the fourth quarter, outscoring the Spurs 31-22 and bringing the game down to its final possession.

Final Seconds Deliver Heartbreak for Dallas

With the game hanging in the balance, Dallas had an opportunity to complete its comeback.

Wembanyama split two free throws with 24 seconds remaining, leaving the Mavericks within striking distance.

Following a missed three-point attempt from Irving earlier in the final minute, Dallas received another chance to steal the victory.

With two seconds remaining, Irving attempted a turnaround fadeaway jumper from approximately 15 feet.

The shot missed, and Spurs rookie Dylan Harper secured the defensive rebound, allowing San Antonio to escape with the one-point victory.

For Dallas, the closing sequence represented a frustrating ending to an otherwise impressive comeback effort.

Wembanyama Delivers Dominant Performance

Wembanyama’s extraordinary outing defined the contest.

The Spurs center converted 16 of 28 field-goal attempts and 19 of 23 free throws while collecting nine offensive rebounds.

His 24 rebounds and eight blocks demonstrated his impact on both ends of the court.

Harper provided significant offensive support with 21 points, while Stephon Castle contributed 17 points and 10 rebounds.

San Antonio dominated inside, outscoring Dallas 62-40 in the paint and winning the rebounding battle 61-50.

The Spurs also held a 33-19 advantage in made free throws, helping offset their struggles from three-point range.

Dallas Bench Provides Offensive Spark

Despite the loss, the Mavericks received encouraging production from their reserves.

Dallas outscored San Antonio’s bench 38-10, with Marshall leading the second unit.

Walter Clayton Jr. added eight points, six rebounds and five assists, while Morez Johnson Jr. contributed eight points.

Dallas finished with 29 assists and committed just eight turnovers, demonstrating improved offensive discipline.

However, the Mavericks shot only 38.2 percent from the field, limiting their ability to capitalize on additional possessions.

STWF Sports Final Takeaway

Wednesday’s matchup demonstrated both the resilience and remaining challenges facing Dallas.

The Mavericks overcame a significant deficit, received balanced scoring contributions and nearly completed one of their most impressive comebacks of the young season.

However, San Antonio’s interior dominance and Wembanyama’s exceptional performance ultimately proved decisive.

For Dallas, the 112-111 defeat serves as another reminder that strong finishes and disciplined execution are essential in close games.

The Mavericks showed they can compete under difficult circumstances, but turning those performances into victories remains the next step.

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