San Antonio closed within 0.5 game of New Orleans after a xxx-xxx win in the Crescent City. The Spurs, riding a Trade Deadline boost, rode hot shooting from behind-the-arc, clutch shot-making in the second half, and remaining hyperactive in the passing lanes to create transition opportunities. The Spurs were able to capture their eighth win in nine games against the Pelicans in this road SEGABABA by capturing a lead they would not give up in the last three quarters.
San Antonio’s All-Star Dejounte Murray (31 points, 12 assists, and 7 rebounds) matched his career high from last night’s effort, and a typical balanced Spurs scoresheet from a bevy of contributors - Lonnie Walker (17 points), Keldon Johnson (16 points), Doug McDermott (15 points, and Jock Landale (10 points).