Wembanyama's 40-Point, 11-Rebound Performance Leads Spurs Past Suns

Spurs Extend Winning Streak

Victor Wembanyama recorded a 40-point, 11-rebound performance on Monday, November 9, 2026, as the visiting San Antonio Spurs defeated the Phoenix Suns 122-96 at Mortgage Matchup Center. The victory marked the ninth consecutive win for the Spurs, who improved their record to 9-2. The Suns, playing at home before a crowd of 17,071, fell to a 3-6 record with the loss.

Wembanyama’s dominant statistical line anchored the Spurs' offense, providing a significant edge in both scoring and rebounding throughout the four quarters.

First Half Dominance

San Antonio established an early lead, finishing the first quarter with a 31-25 advantage. The Spurs extended their margin to 20 points entering the third quarter, holding a 61-45 lead after the second stanza. Wembanyama was particularly effective in the paint and from beyond the arc, contributing to a 30-point second-quarter total for the Spurs.

Devin Booker led the Suns' scoring efforts with 32 points, but the home team struggled to keep pace with the Spurs' balanced attack. The Suns managed only 21 points in the second quarter, allowing San Antonio to control the tempo and scoring flow.

Fourth Quarter and Records

The Spurs maintained their lead in the final period, outscoring Phoenix 29-28 in the fourth quarter to secure the 26-point victory. Stephon Castle distributed the ball effectively for the visitors, recording seven assists to support Wembanyama's scoring output. For the Suns, Khaman Maluach provided a defensive presence with five rebounds, while Booker added four assists to his scoring total.

The final score of 122-96 reflects a complete team effort from San Antonio, which outperformed Phoenix in key statistical categories. The game concluded with the Spurs improving to 9-2, while the Suns dropped to 3-6 on the season.

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