Key Takeaways:
- Cam Spencer tallied 21 points, scoring the Grizzlies’ last five points
- Victor Wembanyama returned from a two-game absence to score 30 points for the Spurs
- Memphis ended their four-game losing streak by narrowly defeating San Antonio 106-105
Second-Half Comeback and Decisive Moments
On Tuesday night in Memphis, Cam Spencer provided the decisive spark, registering 21 points and propelling the Memphis Grizzlies to a nail-biting 106-105 victory over the San Antonio Spurs. Spencer was especially influential down the stretch, netting five points in the final 1 minute and 26 seconds, culminating with a crucial 10-foot jumper from the baseline at the 36.5-second mark, which proved to be the final score of the contest.
San Antonio’s hopes rested on De’Aaron Fox as the clock wound down, but with just 5 seconds left, his 15-foot attempt was denied by the defensive efforts of Santi Aldama, sealing the win for Memphis and halting the Grizzlies’ four-game losing streak.
No place like Ho〽️e. Dub secured. 😤
Right back at it tomorrow 🎟️ https://t.co/lDRdZAMix7 pic.twitter.com/GV9toxyVRL
— Memphis Grizzlies (@memgrizz) January 7, 2026
Player Contributions and Statistical Leaders
Jaren Jackson Jr. matched Spencer’s 21-point tally, while Jock Landale added 19 points for the Grizzlies. Spencer also contributed eight rebounds and eight assists, underlining his all-around influence on the game.
For the Spurs, Victor Wembanyama marked his return from injury in impressive style, amassing 30 points in just 21 minutes of action. He converted 10 of his 20 field goal attempts, including 3 from 6 beyond the arc. Julian Champagnie added 23 points for San Antonio, and Stephon Castle put up 15 points before fouling out with 3 minutes and 13 seconds remaining in the final quarter.
| Player | Team | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cam Spencer | Grizzlies | 21 | 8 | 8 |
| Jaren Jackson Jr. | Grizzlies | 21 | 9 | 2 |
| Jock Landale | Grizzlies | 19 | 9 | 2 |
| Victor Wembanyama | Spurs | 30 | 5 | 3 |
| Julian Champagnie | Spurs | 23 | 8 | 2 |
| Stephon Castle | Spurs | 15 | 8 | 4 |
Game Flow and Key Runs
Both teams struggled offensively in a messy first half, with shooting percentages remaining below one-third until late in the second quarter. Memphis, in particular, found it challenging to establish their rhythm, committing 13 turnovers before the break.
After the interval, Memphis surged with a 20-7 run to erase San Antonio’s 11-point halftime advantage. Wembanyama scored 12 points in the third period, but the Grizzlies managed to hold a slim 82-81 lead entering the final quarter. The late stages of the match saw the lead switch hands: as Memphis led 101-100 with 2:44 remaining, Fox sparked six consecutive points for the Spurs, swinging the game 104-101 in San Antonio’s favour with 1:39 left. Nevertheless, Spencer’s clutch performance ensured Memphis completed the comeback.
Looking Ahead
- San Antonio will return home to face the Lakers on Wednesday night
- The Grizzlies continue their four-game homestand, hosting Phoenix on Wednesday night
