Spurs Focus on Jazz Redemption After Thrilling Win Over Timberwolves

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The San Antonio Spurs' recent postgame discussions have shifted from winning and losing to addressing issues that need improvement. As they prepare to host the Utah Jazz on Monday, they're looking to bounce back from a thrilling 126-123 home victory over Minnesota, where Victor Wembanyama poured in 39 points and grabbed nine rebounds, including 20 in the Spurs' highest-scoring quarter since 1987. The Spurs' two-game winning streak was built on that performance, but they struggled to maintain their 25-point halftime lead. Coach Mitch Johnson acknowledged that the team's nonchalant start to the third quarter was 'extremely disappointing,' but praised the team's resilience in holding off Anthony Edwards' 55-point game. De'Aaron Fox added 25 points and 12 assists for San Antonio, while Keldon Johnson had 20 points off the bench, including a key 3-pointer with 17 seconds left. Wembanyama's late block and rebound of a missed free throw sealed the win for the Spurs. In contrast, the Jazz have struggled, losing nine of their past 11 games. After a 138-120 loss in Dallas on Saturday, they head to San Antonio with a 1-3 record on their five-game road trip. Keyonte George led the team with 29 points, but they were outscored by 13 in the first period and never threatened. The Jazz are missing leading scorer Lauri Markkanen due to illness, and the team is adjusting to life without him. George acknowledged that injuries and absences can affect the team's performance, but emphasized that they can still play at a high level. The Spurs and Jazz will meet again on Thursday in Salt Lake City, with San Antonio looking to maintain their momentum and the Jazz seeking to turn their season around.