Spurs Secure First NBA Cup Win Over Thunder Without Wembanyama

San Antonio Spurs edge Oklahoma City Thunder 110-104, marking their first victory in the Emirates NBA Cup tournament.

Keldon Johnson and Harrison Barnes led the Spurs with 22 and 20 points respectively, overcoming the absence of star player Victor Wembanyama.
The Spurs managed to hold off a late surge from the Thunder, who closed the game with a 27-12 run but failed to score in the final minute.
Rookie Stephon Castle contributed crucial plays despite a challenging game, including a key block against Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in the closing seconds.
Chris Paul added 14 points and 11 assists, including a pivotal 3-pointer as the shot clock expired, extending the Spurs' lead late in the game.
The victory keeps the Spurs in contention for the knockout round in Las Vegas, with their next NBA Cup group play game scheduled against Utah.