The San Antonio Spurs extended their winning streak to five games on Monday night, November 2, 2026, with a 119-97 victory over the Utah Jazz. Led by 17 points from Dylan Harper and 12 points, 11 rebounds, and three blocks from Victor Wembanyama, the Spurs utilized a balanced attack to hand the Jazz their fifth consecutive loss.
Spurs Dominance in San Antonio
The Spurs' victory marked the first time this season they held an opponent to fewer than 100 points. San Antonio shot 60% from the field and outscored Utah 52-36 in the paint. The victory also saw the Spurs' starters combine for 68 points, including 12 points from De'Aaron Fox and 11 from Devin Vassell.
San Antonio's dominance was highlighted by a 35-20 scoring advantage in the third quarter. During that period, Wembanyama, Harper, Castle, and Fox each contributed six points to extend the Spurs' lead to 25 points. The Spurs also outperformed the Jazz on the fastbreak, outscoring Utah 26-9 in that category.
Jazz Struggle to Find Rhythm
The Jazz struggled throughout the contest, finishing with a 35.4% field goal percentage and 35.3% from three-point range. Lauri Markkanen led Utah with 22 points and eight rebounds, but the team faced significant challenges in finding an offensive rhythm.
Utah's scoring in the first quarter was a season-low 16 points, while San Antonio recorded a season-best 16 points in the opening period. Despite a second-quarter surge where Utah made 5 of 11 three-pointers to cut the deficit to 37-36, they were unable to reclaim the lead. The Jazz finished the game with a total of 97 points and a -22 point differential.
Utah Offensive Struggles
Individual performances for the Jazz included 14 points from Darryn Peterson and 7 points from Isaiah Collier. However, the team's offensive output was hampered by poor shooting from several key players. Keyonte George recorded 7 points on 3-of-12 shooting, while Ace Bailey finished with 5 points and 1-of-5 from beyond the arc.
Jaxson Hayes also struggled with efficiency, recording 9 shots but converting only 4 of them. Svi Mykhailiuk contributed 2 points on 1-of-7 shooting. The Jazz offense appeared disjointed, with analysts noting that possessions often failed to flow through core players like George, Peterson, Markkanen, and Bailey.
Team Outlook and Roster Changes
The game was marked by several significant developments for both rosters. The Jazz are currently sitting at 1-6, placing them in last place in the Western Conference. This follows a period of high expectations at the start of the season involving the #2 pick Darryn Peterson and the health of players like Lauri Markkanen and Jaren Jackson Jr.
In a notable roster move, the Jazz declined the team option on Isaiah Collier's contract. Additionally, head coach Will Hardy's decision to bench Peterson in favor of Brice Sensabaugh and Collier was a point of discussion during the game. While Peterson saw significant minutes with the second unit, contributing to a rally that brought the score closer, the team's overall performance was described as chaotic on both ends of the floor.
Upcoming Schedule
Looking ahead, the Utah Jazz will travel to New Orleans on Wednesday night to face the Pelicans. Meanwhile, the San Antonio Spurs will host the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night as they continue their homestand.
Despite the current difficulties, some observers noted that the Jazz are evolving in their approach and that the team's performance may improve as Darryn Peterson continues to develop. However, the current standing of 1-6 suggests the team faces a challenging road to recovery in the Western Conference.
Season Trajectory
The Spurs' fifth straight victory underscores the effectiveness of their balanced offensive approach and perimeter defense. For the Jazz, the loss highlights ongoing issues with shot quality and offensive cohesion as they attempt to navigate a difficult early-season stretch.
