The Spurs wanted to extend their win streak to four as they hosted the Warriors on the first of two consecutive games. Unfortunately, Stephen Curry had other plans. The veteran superstar was impossible to guard for San Antonio for most of the game, and with his 44 points, led his team to a 123-120 victory on the road. Victor Wembanyama and Stephon Castle both had triple-doubles in the losing effort.

The Spurs couldn’t have asked for a better opening frame, as the Warriors looked like the old team with chemistry issues that they are as they labored in the second game of a back-to-back early on. The Silver and Black came out with energy to spare to start the game, pushing the pace and playing physical defense. Stephon Castle was in the middle of it all, face-guarding Stephen Curry to stall

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