Lead: On Nov. 12, 2025 at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Stephen Curry scored 46 points to lead the Golden State Warriors to a 125-120 victory over the San Antonio Spurs. The win snapped Golden State’s six-game road losing streak and handed the Spurs their first home loss of the season. Victor Wembanyama finished with 31 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists, but San Antonio could not hold an early double-digit lead. The game set up a rematch Friday in San Antonio and offered early clues about both teams’ trajectories.
Key Takeaways
- Stephen Curry scored 46 points and the Warriors won 125-120 on Nov. 12, 2025 at Frost Bank Center.
- Victor Wembanyama posted 31 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists, while committing eight turnovers.
- Golden State overcame a 16-point deficit and outscored San Antonio 43-28 in the third quarter.
- The Warriors improved to 7-6 on the season; the Spurs fell to 8-3 with their first home loss.
- Moses Moody added 19 points with five 3-pointers; Jimmy Butler contributed 28 points, six rebounds and eight assists.
- Team stats: Warriors shot 42.4% (36-85) and made 21 of 57 threes; Spurs shot 48.9% (46-94) with 14 of 39 from deep.
- Turnovers were a factor: Golden State had 15 turnovers, San Antonio 20; attendance registered about 18,578.
Background
The Warriors arrived in San Antonio one day after a 24-point loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder that prompted public criticism from veteran leaders and internal reassessment. That defeat was the low point of a six-game road stretch that had produced uneven effort and results, prompting coach Steve Kerr to tinker with the rotation. Kerr installed a lineup that prioritized spacing and quicker reads: Curry, Draymond Green, Jimmy Butler, Moses Moody and Will Richard were all in the starting five at various points Wednesday.
The Spurs entered the matchup as a rising, switch-heavy group anchored by Victor Wembanyama and second-year guard Stephon Castle. San Antonio’s young core had built a strong home start (undefeated at Frost Bank Center prior to Wednesday), blending length, mobility and playmaking to pressure opponents early. The matchup offered a classic contrast: veteran shot creation and experience from Golden State versus San Antonio’s length and transition acumen.
Main Event
The Spurs dominated the early flow, piling up a 28-14 first quarter and stretching the lead to as many as 16 points behind efficient shooting and disruptive defending. San Antonio’s Castle collected a triple-double (23 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists) and Wembanyama imposed his length in the paint, but turnovers began to hinder the visitors’ margin in the second quarter. Golden State trailed 56-49 at halftime after a late 9-0 Spurs run that sealed a first-half edge.
Golden State’s response arrived in the third. Curry attacked off the bounce, hit multiple midrange attempts and buried relocation threes, producing a personal 22-point surge in the period. The Warriors outscored the Spurs 43-28 in the quarter, reclaiming momentum through ball movement, cutting and timely defensive stops. Butler helped sustain the run with scoring and playmaking while Moses Moody supplied spacing with five threes.
The fourth quarter remained tight. Curry paced the offense while Gary Payton II provided hustle plays — including critical offensive rebounds — and the Warriors absorbed San Antonio’s size when Draymond Green fronted Wembanyama to force tougher looks. San Antonio had chances late but could not overcome the combined heat-check scoring from Curry and contributions from Golden State’s depth. The final margin was five points, 125-120.
Analysis & Implications
The win matters for Golden State on multiple fronts. First, it addressed questions about effort and identity after the loss to Oklahoma City, showing the roster can pivot from a blowout to a competitive tilt within 24 hours. Second, coach Kerr’s lineup experiments—prioritizing shooters around Curry—appear to have reopened driving lanes and improved spacing, at least against San Antonio’s switch-oriented defense. If that spacing holds, Curry will continue to find favorable isolation and kick-out opportunities.
For the Spurs, the game underscored both promise and vulnerability. Wembanyama’s 31-15-10 line demonstrates his growing all-around impact, but eight turnovers and late defensive breakdowns revealed room for growth in tempo control and late-game discipline. San Antonio’s offense remains potent—49% shooting overall—but ball security against veteran pressure will be key for sustained success.
On a league level, the matchup illustrated how experience and steady shot selection can counterbalance superior length and athleticism. Curry’s ability to seize a third-quarter advantage remains a unique lever: when he gets downhill and forces defenses to help, role players like Butler and Moody can exploit kick-outs. The result also lifts Golden State’s short-term outlook; a 7-6 record through mid-November still leaves ample margin for season correction if the team sustains this effort.
Comparison & Data
| Quarter | Warriors | Spurs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14 | 28 |
| 2 | 35 | 28 |
| 3 | 43 | 28 |
| 4 | 33 | 36 |
| Total | 125 | 120 |
The box score shows the Warriors reversing a slow start with a dominant third quarter. Golden State made 21-of-57 three-point attempts (36.8%), led by Butler (5-of-7 from deep), Moody (5-of-10) and Curry (5-of-16). San Antonio shot a higher field-goal percentage (48.9%) but turned the ball over 20 times, which contributed to Golden State’s transition and second-chance opportunities. Those turnover differentials and the hot third quarter were decisive.
Reactions & Quotes
“We could’ve let go of the rope a couple times when things just weren’t going our way, but the way we responded is who we think we are.”
Stephen Curry, Golden State Warriors
Curry’s postgame comment emphasized accountability after Tuesday’s loss and the locker-room focus the team displayed before tipoff.
“The guys were embarrassed last night… the important thing is to rediscover your identity and your competitive spirit, and that’s what I saw tonight.”
Steve Kerr, Head Coach, Golden State Warriors
Kerr framed the win as a corrective step rather than a definitive turning point in a long season.
“Looks like he’s almost fully healthy. He probably would’ve got 50 if he was fully healthy. I’ll take the 45, 46.”
Gary Payton II, Golden State Warriors
Payton’s locker-room lightness acknowledged Curry’s improving condition while congratulating the scorer’s rhythm.
Unconfirmed
- Jonathan Kuminga’s full availability for the rematch Friday remains unclear: he did not play in the second half with knee soreness and was listed as questionable pregame.
- Reports that Curry’s illness limited him earlier in the trip are consistent with teammates’ comments but official medical confirmation of his status has not been released.
Bottom Line
Wednesday’s game was a reminder that the Warriors’ season will be defined by effort and adjustments as much as by talent. A 46-point outburst from Curry and a strong third-quarter team performance allowed Golden State to erase a large deficit and leave San Antonio with a signature road win that halts a troubling stretch.
For the Spurs, the loss will sting but also offers clear takeaways: Wembanyama’s two-way ceiling is real, yet ball security and late-game execution must improve. Both teams face a quick turnaround for a rematch Friday at Frost Bank Center—an immediate opportunity to measure growth and consistency heading deeper into the schedule.