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The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 111–101 on November 18 at Frost Bank Center, with De'Aaron Fox leading the way with 26 points and Harrison Barnes adding 23 in a balanced offensive effort. San Antonio's 48.3% field-goal shooting and 16 three-pointers made proved decisive against Memphis's 40.4% efficiency and 12 threes, while the Spurs' defensive rating of 100.0 held the Grizzlies to just 101 points despite their 59-rebound advantage. A dominant third quarter—37 points to Memphis's 40—shifted momentum decisively in San Antonio's favor, though the Grizzlies' fourth-quarter collapse (14 points) sealed the outcome. Memphis's 14 turnovers and 30 assists illustrated offensive inconsistency, while the Spurs' 23 assists and 10 steals showcased sharper execution and ball security. The road loss drops Memphis further behind in seeding conversations, whereas San Antonio's defensive discipline and perimeter shooting establish them as a tougher Western Conference matchup.
