The Dallas Mavericks lost their season opener in embarrassing fashion, falling to the San Antonio Spurs, 125-92. Victor Wembanyama exploded into the 2025-26 season with 40 points and 15 rebounds. Anthony Davis led a pathetic effort from Dallas, scoring 22 in defeat.

The Mavericks played aggressively early, jumping out to a 6-2 lead on the Spurs. Unfortunately, PJ Washington was a bit too aggressive and picked up two early fouls. San Antonio rallied back with a 12-2 run, jump-started by Wembanyama at both ends. After a jumbo lineup to start the game, head coach Jason Kidd went to Anthony Davis at center with Andrew Nembhard and D’Angelo Russell handling guard duties. Dallas retook the lead on four straight free throws, following a flagrant foul of Davis and a shooting foul of Russell. The

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