Victor Wembanyama had 40 points and 11 rebounds and nine blocks, and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Phoenix Suns 122-96 on Monday night at Mortgage Matchup Center.
The Spurs came out fast, taking the first quarter 31-25. They led by as many as 34 points. A 12-0 run in the first quarter built the early lead.
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For San Antonio, Victor Wembanyama finished with 40 points, 11 rebounds, three assists and nine blocks, Dylan Harper added 17 points, five rebounds and four assists, while De'Aaron Fox chipped in 15 points, nine rebounds and six assists.
For Phoenix, Devin Booker led the way with 32 points and four assists, and Khaman Maluach added 11 points and five rebounds. Dillon Brooks had a rough shooting night, going 3 of 14 from the field and finishing with seven points.
The Spurs improved to 9-2. The Suns fell to 3-6.
The Spurs are second in the Western Conference and have won nine straight. San Antonio is 4-2 at home and 5-0 away from home. The Suns sit third in the Pacific Division. Phoenix is 3-3 at home and 0-3 on the road.
The Spurs are back in action when they visit the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 8:00 p.m. ET. The Suns next host the LA Clippers on Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 9:00 p.m. ET.
