San Antonio Spurs vs Phoenix Suns Final Score 86-81 — Jul 19, 2026 | Score, Box Score & Stats
NBA - Las Vegas Summer League
Scoreboard
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Spurs
|
23 | 16 | 22 | 25 | 86 |
Phoenix Suns
|
16 | 27 | 10 | 28 | 81 |
AI PREDICTIONNeural Network Forecast
AIThis forecast was generated before tip-off — compare it with the final score above.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Spurs
|
21 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 84 |
|
Phoenix Suns
|
24 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 92 |
Confidence: 68%
Phoenix Suns favored
Phoenix enters as the slight favorite despite identical 3-1 records, propelled by superior offensive firepower and recent momentum in back-to-back wins over Detroit (100-88) and Milwaukee (95-88). Brooks Dillon's 26 PPG anchors an elite scoring trio completed by Booker Devin (21.2 PPG, 4.8 APG) and Green Jalen (21.8 PPG), averaging 87.5 points across their last two contests. The Suns' pace-and-space system has consistently outscored opponents in Summer League action, with a +15 scoring differential through four games.
San Antonio counters with elite two-way intensity anchored by Victor Wembanyama's 23.8 PPG and 10.8 RPG, complemented by Stephon Castle's 6.1 assists and disruptive perimeter defense. The Spurs have demonstrated defensive rigor, holding opponents to just 80 PPG in their last two wins. However, their offensive output (80 PPG average) trails Phoenix's efficiency significantly. Head-to-head history shows Suns dominance in recent matchups (130-118, 111-102 during regular season), though San Antonio's 101-100 overtime victory in March signals competitive tightness.
The critical differential centers on pace and spacing: Phoenix's three-ball volume and transition game should generate 85-95 points, while Wembanyama's interior presence and Castle's ball-denial defense can suppress Suns role players. San Antonio's defensive system—particularly their help rotations—can hold Dillon and Booker to efficient but not explosive nights. Expect a deliberate, competitive affair where Phoenix's offensive versatility slightly outweighs San Antonio's defensive sophistication. Home-court advantage in Summer League carries modest but measurable weight.
Scoring Dynamics
First Half (Q1-Q2)
88P
Balanced opening with Suns edge in pace
Second Half (Q3-Q4)
88P
Spurs defensive intensity tightens game
Total Points
176
Range 168-184
Matchup Analysis
Phoenix Suns
Elite backcourt scoring trio
Superior offensive rebounding edge
Momentum in recent wins
Inconsistent defensive intensity
Lower bench depth vs Spurs
Spurs
Elite perimeter defense system
Wembanyama size advantage inside
Strong defensive rebounding
Lower offensive firepower overall
Ball movement inconsistency
Risk Factors
Summer League volatility in execution
Foul trouble could impact rotations
Players to Watch
Brooks Dillon
Phoenix Suns
26 PPG scorer; must attack downhill to create spacing for teammates
Victor Wembanyama
Spurs
Elite defensive presence; can disrupt Suns' spacing in pick-and-roll
Booker Devin
Phoenix Suns
Playmaking engine at 4.8 APG; drives pace and offensive rhythm
Castle Stephon
Spurs
6.1 APG distributor; orchestrates Spurs' defensive switching schemes
Statistical Edges
First to Score
Phoenix Suns
62%
Hottest Quarter
Q1
Game Preview
Phoenix starts aggressively, with Brooks Dillon attacking downhill in the opening quarter to establish scoring rhythm while Booker orchestrates pick-and-roll entries. The Suns build a 24-21 Q1 lead through superior pace execution. San Antonio responds in Q2 behind Victor Wembanyama's interior positioning and Stephon Castle's interior passes, but Dillon's offensive rebounding and Green Jalen's three-point shooting extend Phoenix's cushion to 47-41 by halftime.
The Spurs' defense intensifies in Q3, with Castle applying full-court pressure and Wembanyama dictating spacing in the pick-and-roll. San Antonio tightens to within one possession (69-62) entering Q4 through shot-making discipline and reduced turnovers. Phoenix's fourth-quarter execution proves decisive: Booker's playmaking finds cutters in transition, while K. Peat's screening actions generate rhythm for backcourt creators. The Suns close out 92-84, with Dillon's late-game efficiency (8 points in the frame) and defensive rebounding securing the win against a Spurs squad that fought but couldn't overcome the offensive talent gap.
Phoenix's superior offensive efficiency, recent momentum, and depth at guard positions provide edge, but San Antonio's elite defense and Wembanyama's interior presence create competitive tightness. Summer League volatility limits confidence to 68%.
Team Stats
Spurs
STAT
Phoenix Suns
| Team | FG | FG% | 3P | 3P% | FT | FT% | REB | OREB | DREB | AST | STL | BLK | TO | PF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spurs |
-/- | -% | 8/27 | 30% | 13/15 | 87% | 43 | - | - | 15 | 7 | 6 | 16 | - |
| Phoenix Suns |
-/- | -% | 13/47 | 28% | 4/7 | 57% | 38 | - | - | 17 | 8 | - | 10 | - |
San Antonio Spurs vs Phoenix Suns — Game Recap
San Antonio Spurs beat Phoenix Suns 86-81 in NBA - Las Vegas Summer League play on July 19, 2026.
Phoenix Suns led 43-39 at halftime, but San Antonio Spurs finished the job with a 5-point margin.
M. Kelly led San Antonio Spurs with 20 points. D. Askew led Phoenix Suns with 20 points.
Before tip-off, our AI model predicted Phoenix Suns to win 92-84 — the pick missed. The forecast projected 176 total points against 167 actually scored; the full quarter-by-quarter prediction for this game is free to view on this page.
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San Antonio Spurs — Players
| Player | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | FG | 3P | FT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 M. KellyS |
19:33 | 20 | 1 | 1 | 0/0 | 1/5 | 7/7 |
R. DavisS |
31:52 | 11 | 3 | 4 | 0/0 | 0/6 | 2/3 |
 L. HyunjungS |
25:46 | 9 | 7 | 2 | 0/0 | 3/5 | 0/0 |
 D. MuokaS |
18:47 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 0/0 | 0/0 | 1/1 |
 I. MilicicS |
20:52 | 2 | 11 | 2 | 0/0 | 0/2 | 0/0 |
 R. MelendezB |
17:26 | 13 | 2 | 4 | 0/0 | 2/3 | 1/1 |
 M. BarnstableB |
20:10 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0/0 | 2/2 | 0/1 |
 H. WesselsB |
16:55 | 10 | 9 | 1 | 0/0 | 0/0 | 1/1 |
 J. NunnB |
15:41 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0/3 | 1/1 |
 Z. ZeiglerB |
8:08 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0/0 | 0/0 | 0/0 |
 T. Grant FosterB |
4:47 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0/0 | 0/1 | 0/0 |
Phoenix Suns — Players
| Player | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | FG | 3P | FT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 D. AskewS |
25:51 | 20 | 2 | 2 | 0/0 | 3/7 | 1/1 |
 J. CookeS |
27:27 | 17 | 6 | 4 | 0/0 | 3/9 | 1/1 |
 J. C. CamperS |
26:23 | 13 | 8 | 4 | 0/0 | 1/4 | 0/1 |
 J. StephensS |
23:54 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0/0 | 2/7 | 0/1 |
 K. BreaS |
19:37 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 0/0 | 1/4 | 1/1 |
 J. J. NelsonB |
12:06 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 0/0 | 1/4 | 0/1 |
T. MarkB |
18:19 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 0/0 | 2/7 | 1/1 |
B. EvansB |
12:43 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0/0 | 0/2 | 0/0 |
 B. ReedB |
12:26 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0/0 | 0/0 | 0/0 |
 S. HoibergB |
21:12 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0/0 | 0/3 | 0/0 |
Season Comparison
Spurs
STAT
Phoenix Suns
3-1
Record
3-1
.750
PCT
.750
6
Position
7
320
Points For
351
304
Points Against
336
4
Games Played
4
-
Streak
-
81.2
Points Per Game
86.4
77.0
Opp. Points Per Game
84.4
Head to Head
2
2
Mar 20, 2026
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100 - 101
Spurs
Feb 20, 2026
Phoenix Suns
94 - 121
Spurs
Nov 24, 2025
Spurs
102 - 111
Phoenix Suns
Nov 3, 2025
Spurs
118 - 130
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