Spurs Surge in Second Half to Overcome Rockets

The San Antonio Spurs mounted a remarkable comeback on Wednesday, overcoming a significant deficit to defeat the Houston Rockets 111-99. Victor Wembanyama was a standout performer, registering his 21st double-double with 28 points and 16 rebounds, complemented by five blocked shots.

Spurs Surge in Second Half

The game took a decisive turn in the second half. The Spurs, trailing by 16 points at one stage, transformed their performance after halftime, particularly in the third and fourth quarters. They dominated the Rockets defensively, forcing six turnovers and outscoring them significantly in the paint.

Game Highlights

• Wembanyama’s first seven points of the fourth quarter helped the Spurs take a commanding 95-86 lead.
• The Rockets struggled offensively, missing their first 12 shots in the final period.
• Keldon Johnson contributed 17 points off the bench, while rookie Dylan Harper added 16 points.
• Stephon Castle and De’Aaron Fox combined for 34 points, providing essential scoring throughout the game.

Despite entering the final quarter with an 86-84 lead, the Rockets were unable to convert their opportunities. Their first basket of the quarter came from a three-pointer by Tari Eason with just over five minutes remaining, narrowing the gap to 97-90.

Rockets’ Fast Start

The first half saw the Rockets establish a strong lead, thanks in part to the scoring prowess of Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun. They combined for 20 points on 9-for-11 shooting in the opening quarter, which ended with Houston ahead 36-26.

• Durant finished with 24 points, while Sengun recorded 18 points, 10 rebounds, and 7 assists.
• The Rockets showcased unselfish play, tallying 11 assists on 15 field goals in the first quarter.
• Houston built a lead as large as 16 points before the Spurs began their comeback.

Wembanyama played a crucial role, capping an 11-2 run with a transition alley-oop in the second quarter. The Spurs narrowed the deficit to 62-54 at halftime, setting the stage for their impressive second-half performance.

This victory highlights the resilience of the Spurs as they adapt and overcome challenges on the court. Their ability to recover from significant setbacks will be key as they move forward in the season.