The Spurs swing Wednesday’s game with a dominant third quarter and take a one-point lead into the fourth.
Chicago poured in 41 in the first quarter and carried a 70-56 lead into halftime, but San Antonio answered with a 34-19 third to move ahead 90-89. The Spurs, ranked No. 1 in the power index with a 9-2 record, have flipped the momentum against the Bulls, who sit No. 27 at 1-8. Victor Wembanyama has 24 points on 10-of-14 shooting, while De’Aaron Fox has added 17 points and eight assists. Jalen Smith leads Chicago with 17 points, including three makes from beyond the arc, as the fourth quarter begins with the Spurs up one.
Key Performers
Victor Wembanyama: 24 points, 5 rebounds, 3 blocks De’Aaron Fox: 17 points, 8 assists, 3 steals Jalen Smith: 17 points, 3-for-3 from three