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Golden State defeated San Antonio 109–108 on November 14 at Frost Bank Center in a closely contested matchup decided by a single point. Stephen Curry's 49-point performance anchored the Warriors' offense, while Jimmy Butler III added 21 points as Golden State shot 17 three-pointers on 42.2 percent from the field. The Spurs countered with Victor Wembanyama's 26 points and Devin Fox's 24 points, though San Antonio managed only 14 three-pointers while shooting 45.9 percent overall. The fourth quarter proved decisive, with Golden State outscoring San Antonio 32–29 after the teams traded baskets through the first three quarters. Despite the loss, the Spurs' defense held the Warriors' offensive rating to 112.5, though Golden State's defense was sharper at 105.5, forcing 20 San Antonio turnovers compared to 14 of their own. Golden State's balanced three-point attack and Curry's late-game execution proved the difference in a game that came down to execution in the final moments.
