The San Antonio Spurs roared into the All-Star break with a statement victory, rallying from a double-digit deficit to topple the Golden State Warriors 126-113 at the Chase Center on February 11, 2026. This win not only marked the Spurs’ sixth consecutive triumph—tying their second-longest streak of the season—but also solidified their standing as the Western Conference’s second-best team, boasting a 38-16 record after a six-year playoff drought.
It wasn’t always smooth sailing for the Spurs, who found themselves trailing for the majority of the first three quarters. The Warriors, despite missing their All-Star talisman Stephen Curry due to a knee injury, came out firing. Golden State jumped to a quick 16-8 lead, fueled by early three-pointers and the relentless energy of Draymond Green. By late in the third quarter, the Dubs had built a seemingly comfortable 16-point cushion, with De’Anthony Melton and Moses Moody joining Green in double-digit scoring.
But if there’s one thing this San Antonio squad has shown in February, it’s resilience. The Spurs responded to adversity with a 24-8 run to close out the third quarter, capped by a De’Aaron Fox fadeaway jumper over Green that knotted the score at 94. The momentum had shifted, and the Warriors—already shorthanded and weary from a grueling stretch—couldn’t recover.
“Fox was the only thing they had going on offense,” Spurs coach Mitch Johnson noted after the game, reflecting on Fox’s first-quarter heroics. The All-Star snub wasn’t about to let his omission go unnoticed. Fox finished with a game-high 27 points on 11-of-16 shooting, adding eight assists and three steals in a performance that screamed All-Star caliber. He set the tone early and delivered when it mattered most, particularly as the Spurs clawed back from their largest deficit.
Victor Wembanyama, fresh off a historic 40-point night against the Lakers, followed up with another masterclass. The French phenom tallied 26 points, nine rebounds, four assists, two blocks, and a steal, navigating the physical defense of Draymond Green with poise. While Green made life tough for Wembanyama—”Green played almost every minute Wemby was on the floor and made everything difficult for him,” as one analyst put it—Wembanyama still found ways to impact the game on both ends. Midway through the fourth, he strung together an alley-oop dunk, a blocked shot, and a three-pointer in less than a minute, helping the Spurs open a decisive 10-point lead.
Keldon Johnson was another unsung hero for the Spurs, pouring in 21 points off the bench and repeatedly halting Warriors runs that threatened to bury San Antonio early. His timely buckets and energy on both ends provided the spark the Spurs needed to weather Golden State’s surges.
For the Warriors, Draymond Green’s all-around effort was a silver lining. He posted 17 points, 12 rebounds, and eight assists, serving as the primary defender against Wembanyama and orchestrating the offense in Curry’s absence. Melton and Moody each contributed 17 points, while Brandin Podziemski added 16. Yet, as the game wore on, the Warriors’ depth issues became apparent. Podziemski, in particular, struggled late, finishing with a game-worst minus-27 plus/minus as the Spurs’ length and athleticism overwhelmed him. The Dubs’ shooting cooled off and turnovers mounted, paving the way for San Antonio’s comeback.
Stephon Castle, the Spurs’ rookie guard, played through a bruised tailbone sustained the previous night in Los Angeles. Though he managed just eight points on 3-of-11 shooting and three turnovers, Castle’s grit shone through in the clutch. His offensive rebound and putback with under four minutes to play gave San Antonio a 10-point edge, effectively sealing the outcome. Castle is set to participate in the Rising Stars game during All-Star weekend and is expected to rest afterward—a break well earned after gutting out a tough performance.
Off the court, the Spurs’ roster saw a significant change as Jeremy Sochan was officially waived following a buyout agreement after the Lakers game. The No. 9 overall pick in 2022 had fallen out of the rotation and, unable to be moved at the trade deadline, was released to seek opportunities elsewhere. Coach Mitch Johnson commented on the decision: “We wanted to do right by him and make sure he had that opportunity.” Sochan’s departure closes the chapter on the Spurs’ 2022 first-round draft class, none of whom remain with the team.
The Warriors, meanwhile, enter the All-Star break at 29-26, clinging to the eighth seed in the Western Conference. With Curry expected to return soon, Golden State hopes to avoid the play-in tournament and make a late-season push. However, the loss to San Antonio highlighted the challenges ahead—depth issues, reliance on key veterans, and the need for consistent performances from their supporting cast. Draymond Green’s resurgence offers hope, but questions linger about the team’s ability to contend as currently constructed.
Looking ahead, the Spurs will host the Phoenix Suns on February 19 in Austin, Texas—a home game as part of their Rodeo Road Trip, marking an exciting return for fans. The Warriors, on the other hand, will welcome the Boston Celtics the same night, aiming to regroup and recharge with the All-Star break providing a much-needed pause.
This latest Spurs victory was more than just another tally in the win column. It was a showcase of grit, depth, and emerging star power—a team that’s learned how to win ugly and stylish, to fight back when the chips are down. As the All-Star break beckons, San Antonio stands tall, riding high on momentum and belief, while Golden State looks for answers and reinforcements in what promises to be a heated Western Conference race down the stretch.