Jarrett Allen Powers Cavaliers Past Wembanyama and Spurs in Statement Win
If you’re looking for a game that quietly turned into a statement night, this Cavaliers versus Spurs matchup delivered exactly that. Cleveland walked into San Antonio and came away with a solid 113–101 win, and it was Jarrett Allen who set the tone from start to finish. His performance was steady, physical, and timely, and it ended with 27 points and 10 rebounds, numbers that told the story of control in the paint and calm execution when it mattered most.
The game didn’t begin with Cleveland pulling away. In fact, the early moments belonged to Victor Wembanyama, who put on a show for the sellout crowd. A spectacular alley-oop style dunk off the backboard and a deep, off-balance three-pointer late in the first quarter reminded everyone why he’s already considered must-watch basketball. By the end of the first quarter, San Antonio had grabbed a narrow lead, and the energy in the building felt tilted toward the home team.
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Cleveland, though, never panicked. The Cavaliers leaned into their depth, and that balance made the difference. Seven players finished in double figures, which allowed the offense to stay fluid even when shots weren’t falling consistently. Evan Mobley added 16 points, while Darius Garland quietly controlled the pace with 15 points and 11 assists. It was one of those nights where the ball was moved, mismatches were hunted, and nothing felt rushed.
The turning point came after Cleveland fell behind by eight points in the third quarter. Instead of letting the game slip, a rally was sparked heading into the fourth. Jaylen Tyson knocked down back-to-back three-pointers early in the final period, and suddenly the momentum shifted. The Cavaliers’ lead grew, and San Antonio, which had relied on late pushes earlier in the game, couldn’t find that same spark this time.
Allen’s presence was felt all night, especially in the first half, when some creative finishes around the rim helped Cleveland stay close. A couple of his baskets came on awkward, almost blind tosses off the glass, and they seemed to deflate the Spurs just enough to keep Cleveland within striking distance.
Wembanyama finished strong statistically with 26 points and 14 rebounds, marking his 10th double-double of the season, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Cleveland’s balance and fourth-quarter execution. The Spurs, who had been riding an eight-game winning streak recently, were handed their second straight loss, while the Cavaliers snapped a short skid of their own.
In the end, this game felt less about flash and more about discipline. Cleveland stayed composed, trusted its depth, and closed with confidence, leaving San Antonio with plenty to think about as both teams move on to their next matchups.
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