Spurs destroy Kings 116-96 with record-breaking night

On By Littum

The San Antonio Spurs beat the Sacramento Kings with ease on Monday night, securing a 116-96 victory at home. With a light-off shooting performance and contributions across the roster, the Spurs looked sharp and focused.

Here are three takeaways from an impressive win.

Stephen Castle

November 7, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) during the second half against the Portland Trail Blazers at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images / Daniel Dunn-Imagn Images

Rookie Stephon Castle continues to impress, proving he’s more than ready to make an impact.

With 15 points and six assists, Castle played a vital role in the Spurs’ offensive flow, setting up teammates and hitting shots when needed. His steady play is a positive sign for the team and gives Spurs fans plenty to be excited about.

Castle’s stats over the last three games speak to his consistency and growth:

These are the rookie-type numbers of the year.

As he settles further into the rotation, Castle’s production and balance will likely continue to grow. Performances like these cement his place as a core of Spurs’ future – but that much is probably already clear.

Victor Wembanyama

November 11, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis (11) and San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) battle for the loose ball in the first half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory crediting: Scott Wachter-Imagn Photos / Scott Wachter-Imagn Photos

With this win, the Spurs improved to 5-6 and placed them in 12th place in the highly competitive Western Conference.

However, with this record, they would currently sit as the 4th seed in the Eastern Conference, highlighting the high level of play in the West this season.

From Wembanyama’s recent starburst to a balanced team effort, they are putting together more complete games.

While there is still work to be done, this young Spurs team is building a foundation and taking real steps toward becoming a playoff contender in the near future.

Victor Wembanyama

November 11, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) pumps his first in the first half against the Sacramento Kings at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images / Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

The Spurs turned in a record performance from beyond the arc, matching their franchise best with 22 three-pointers on 46 attempts.

Victor Wembanyama led the charge, scoring 34 points along with 14 rebounds, six assists, three blocks and a steal in 34 minutes.

The sophomore phenom dominated on both ends and led all players in points, rebounds and blocks.

Wembanyama was unstoppable, scoring effectively at all levels and using his length to suffocate the Kings in defence. But then again, that’s just what foreigners do.

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