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Barnes' Late Run Lifts Short-Handed Spurs Over Grizzlies
19 Nov
Summary
- Harrison Barnes scored seven straight points in the final minutes.
- Both teams played without their star players due to injuries.
- The Grizzlies have now lost five consecutive games.
The San Antonio Spurs secured a 111-101 win against the Memphis Grizzlies, despite both teams being significantly shorthanded. Harrison Barnes was instrumental, delivering a decisive seven-point stretch late in the game to secure the victory for the Spurs. De'Aaron Fox led the scoring with 26 points, supported by Barnes' 23 points.
The game saw neither Victor Wembanyama nor Ja Morant on the court, as both were sidelined with injuries. The Grizzlies, who have now lost five straight games, were led by Cedric Coward's double-double. Despite a strong start, Memphis could not maintain their lead throughout the contest.
The Spurs showcased resilience, with Keldon Johnson adding 18 points. The final minutes were a back-and-forth affair until Barnes' offensive burst and a late steal and dunk by Fox sealed the win for San Antonio, marking a significant, albeit hard-fought, victory.
