Spurs outlast Pistons as Kings down Grizzlies

Victor Wembanyama led a defensive masterclass as the San Antonio Spurs out-muscled the Detroit Pistons 114-103 Monday in an intense and aggressive clash between the NBA's two most inform teams.

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Sitting second in the Western Conference, the Spurs were pushed hard for their ninth-straight victory by the East-topping Pistons, who had entered the home court matchup on a five-win streak of their own.

Defenses dominated the first meeting between the two sides this season, with the 7-foot-5 Wembanyama making six blocks and 17 rebounds to fuel transitions as the Spurs pulled clear in the latter stages.

While the Pistons’ shooting was at times sloppy, Devin Vassell led the Spurs’ offense, with 28 points including seven three-pointers — as many as the entire Detroit team managed collectively.