Spurs Outlast Bulls 124-119 in High-Scoring Road Win
The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Chicago Bulls 124-119 on November 12, 2026, at the United Center, winning a fast-paced NBA matchup behind another dominant performance from Victor Wembanyama. The game featured 12 lead changes and stayed competitive until the final minute.
Game overview
Both teams shot the ball well from the opening tip. Chicago led 63-61 at halftime, but San Antonio seized control with a strong third-quarter run and held off every Bulls comeback attempt. The Spurs’ 124-119 victory improved their road record and handed Chicago a narrow home defeat.
How the game turned
San Antonio’s decisive stretch came midway through the fourth quarter, when the Spurs used a 15-4 run to turn a two-point deficit into a nine-point lead. Wembanyama blocked two shots during the surge and finished the run with a three-pointer from the top of the key. Chicago cut the lead to three in the final minute, but Devin Vassell sealed the win with a pair of free throws.
Standout performers
- Victor Wembanyama dominated with 32 points, 13 rebounds, and 5 blocks.
- Devin Vassell scored 24 points, including 4 three-pointers.
- Stephon Castle added 18 points and 7 assists for San Antonio.
- Coby White led Chicago with 30 points and 6 assists.
- Nikola Vucevic posted 22 points and 14 rebounds for the Bulls.
Tactical story
San Antonio controlled the paint, outscoring Chicago 58-46 inside and blocking nine shots as a team. The Spurs also moved the ball effectively, recording 29 assists on 44 made field goals. Chicago kept the game close with hot three-point shooting and transition baskets, but San Antonio’s size and rim protection made the difference in the closing minutes.
What it means
The win is another encouraging result for a Spurs team building around Wembanyama’s two-way brilliance. San Antonio’s ability to close out a tight road game will be important as the Western Conference race develops. For Chicago, the loss stings because the Bulls competed well for 48 minutes but could not get the final stops they needed.