Jazz Fend Off Spurs 111–110 Despite 24 Points, 16 Rebounds and 7 Blocks From Wembanyama

Jazz Fend Off Spurs 111–110 Despite 24 Points, 16 Rebounds and 7 Blocks From Wembanyama
Utah Jazz's Collin Sexton (2) drives against San Antonio Spurs' Chris Paul during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024, in San Antonio. Utah won 111–110. Darren Abate/AP Photo
The Associated Press
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SAN ANTONIO—Collin Sexton scored 23 points, Lauri Markkanen added 20 and the Utah Jazz held off the San Antonio Spurs 111–110 on Saturday, overcoming 24 points, 16 rebounds and seven blocks from Victor Wembanyama.

Markkanen stayed in the game after landing directly on his left hip with 2:44 remaining. He was down on the court for a few minutes before being helped to his feet. The 7-footer was hobbling noticeably in the final minutes.