Key Takeaways:
- Dylan Harper posted a season-high 24 points as San Antonio secured a 119-94 win over Washington
- Victor Wembanyama recorded 15 points, eight rebounds, four assists, and four blocks in just 17 minutes
- The Spurs have now won four consecutive wins and 11 out of their last 14 games
Match Analysis
San Antonio responded emphatically to their NBA Cup final disappointment, overcoming the Washington Wizards 119-94 at home on Thursday evening. With rookie Dylan Harper driving the offence, the Spurs maintained control for nearly the entire contest, surrendering the lead for only 22 seconds. This result arrived just two days after a tough defeat by the New York Knicks in Las Vegas, where San Antonio surrendered an 11-point final-quarter lead in the NBA Cup final.
Although the NBA Cup outcome does not affect regular season standings or statistics, the Spurs (19-7) have emerged strongly, now recording four straight victories and winning 11 of their last 14 match-ups. Facing the league’s lowest-ranked team, the Wizards (4-21), they took full advantage to restore their momentum.
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— San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) December 19, 2025
Player Performance and Key Moments
Dylan Harper produced his best scoring outing of the season with 24 points, while San Antonio’s Victor Wembanyama returned to action with 15 points, eight rebounds, four assists, and four blocks across just 17 minutes on the court. His playing time continued to be limited as he makes his way back from missing 12 games due to a calf injury. Head coach Mitch Johnson stated prior to tip-off that Wembanyama’s minutes would remain restricted ahead of Friday’s away fixture in Atlanta.
Wembanyama’s defensive streak also continued as he registered a block on an Alex Sarr layup during the second quarter, marking his 99th consecutive game with at least one block.
Despite a brief swing in momentum when Bilal Coulibaly split a pair of free throws to hand Washington a 58-57 lead in the third quarter, San Antonio immediately reclaimed control. Devin Vassell sank a three-pointer just 22 seconds later, initiating a decisive 14-2 run as the Spurs’ advantage ballooned to as many as 26 points.
Statistical Leaders
| Player | Team | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dylan Harper | San Antonio Spurs | 24 | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Victor Wembanyama | San Antonio Spurs | 15 | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Devin Vassell | San Antonio Spurs | 18 | 6 | 3 | 1 |
| Stephon Castle | San Antonio Spurs | 17 | 2 | 7 | 1 |
| Alex Sarr | Washington Wizards | 18 | – | – | – |
| Bub Carrington | Washington Wizards | 17 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Bilal Coulibaly | Washington Wizards | 3 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
Upcoming Fixtures
- San Antonio travel to play Atlanta on Friday, followed by an away clash with Washington
- Washington head to Memphis for their next fixture on Saturday
