Victor Wembanyama scored 36 points and 14 rebounds to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 117-111 overtime victory over the Utah Jazz at Delta Center on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026. The win, which marks San Antonio's third straight victory, was secured after a late-game coaching error by Mitch Johnson sent the game into an extra period.
Coaching Error Leads to Overtime
A late coaching error by San Antonio coach Mitch Johnson contributed to the game moving into overtime. With 4.9 seconds remaining in regulation, Victor Wembanyama secured a defensive rebound following an airball by Jazz guard Keyonte George. Rather than calling a timeout, Johnson remained focused on what he believed was a missed shot clock violation, allowing the clock to run. This resulted in De'Aaron Fox attempting a half-court heave that missed, but the Jazz managed to tie the game after Brice Sensabaugh and George hit back-to-back buckets to erase a 10-point deficit.
Vassell and Wembanyama Drive Victory
In the overtime period, the Spurs responded with a 12-0 run to seal the win. Devin Vassell played a critical role, scoring 17 of his 21 total points after halftime. Vassell's performance included a tip-in dunk with under two minutes remaining that gave the Spurs a three-point lead. He also provided a lob assist to Wembanyama to help ice the game shortly before Utah called its final timeout. The Spurs' defense proved decisive in the extra period, holding the Jazz to just 2-for-7 shooting from the field and forcing four turnovers.
Wembanyama Dominates the Paint
Victor Wembanyama's 36-point performance marked his first 30-plus-point game of the season. He finished the night with 14 rebounds, 5 assists, 3 blocks, and 2 steals on 14-for-25 shooting. While the Jazz held a 55-51 lead at halftime, the Spurs' aggressive defense helped them secure the win in the final minutes. San Antonio also gained an advantage in the paint, winning the battle by 20 points and recording two more offensive rebounds than Utah.
Jazz Effort Led by George
The Utah Jazz offense was led by Keyonte George, who recorded a season-high 31 points on 11-for-27 shooting. Ace Bailey contributed 19 points, while rookie Darryn Peterson added 18 points before being sidelined before the end of regulation. Despite the competitive effort, the Jazz struggled to maintain momentum, ultimately falling to a 1-4 record for the season. Brice Sensabaugh opened the overtime period with a three-pointer to keep Utah in contention, finishing with 16 points.
Utah Faces Injury Challenges
The Jazz entered the contest significantly shorthanded due to injuries to several key players. Jaren Jackson Jr. is sidelined for six to eight weeks after suffering a torn MCL in his right knee during a game against the Memphis Grizzlies on Oct. 26, 2026. Additionally, Lauri Markkanen is dealing with a right wrist sprain, and Jusuf Nurkic remains out with a foot injury. Keyonte George noted that while the team is missing these players, the scoring and playmaking responsibilities will be spread among the remaining roster.
Looking Ahead
The Spurs' victory moves them to a 3-2 record on the season, while the Jazz fall to 1-4. San Antonio remains undefeated on the road following this win at Delta Center. The two teams are scheduled to meet again twice more within the next three weeks, with the next matchup occurring at Frost Bank Center on Nov. 2, followed by a return to Utah on Nov. 15.
Team Reactions
Reflecting on the win, Mitch Johnson expressed relief that his coaching error did not result in a loss, noting that his players 'had my back' during the overtime period. Devin Vassell echoed this sentiment, stating that the team remains focused despite human errors and mistakes during gameplay. The Spurs are scheduled to host the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday.
