Spurs dominate Jazz 119-97 behind Harper’s 17 points

A Commanding Home Performance

The San Antonio Spurs secured a convincing 119-97 victory over the Utah Jazz at Frost Bank Center on Monday, November 2, 2026. The win improves San Antonio’s record to 5-2, while the visiting Jazz fall to 1-6 on the season. An attendance of 18,464 witnessed a game defined by early offensive efficiency and sustained defensive pressure from the home team.

First Quarter Momentum

San Antonio established control immediately, jumping out to a 27-16 lead in the first quarter. The Spurs’ offense was balanced, with multiple players contributing to the early tally. Victor Wembanyama provided key buckets, including a driving layup assisted by Dylan Harper and a 15-foot jumper later in the period.

Harper himself was instrumental in the opening frame, not only scoring but also distributing effectively. Stephon Castle added significant points, finishing the quarter with two field goals. For Utah, Lauri Markkanen led the scoring effort with a jumper in the opening minutes, but the Jazz struggled to keep pace with San Antonio’s consistent execution.

Second Quarter Expansion

The Spurs extended their advantage in the second quarter, outscoring Utah 32-33 to take a commanding lead into halftime. Dylan Harper continued his strong play, hitting a crucial 25-foot three-pointer and adding other scores throughout the half. His total of 17 points for the game was pivotal to the Spurs' offensive flow, complemented by his 8 assists that facilitated numerous easy baskets for teammates.

Victor Wembanyama remained a force in the paint, finishing with 11 rebounds, including two tip-in dunks. Utah’s Lauri Markkanen did his best to keep the Jazz within striking distance, finishing with 22 points and 8 rebounds, but the Jazz could not overcome the deficit.

Closing Out the Game

San Antonio maintained its intensity in the third quarter, winning the period 35-20. This surge effectively put the game out of reach for Utah. Dylan Harper continued to add to his stat line with a finger roll layup and free throws.

The Spurs' defense held firm, limiting Utah’s scoring opportunities while continuing to score at will. Harrison Barnes contributed significantly in the fourth quarter, hitting a 29-foot three-pointer and adding free throws to help secure the final margin. Despite late efforts from Markkanen and Darryn Peterson, who finished with 6 assists for Utah, the Jazz could not mount a serious comeback.

The Spurs finished strong, ensuring the 119-97 result held until the final buzzer.

Sources

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