Losing skid snapped! Here’s what Mitch Johnson, Chris Paul, Harrison Barnes, and Julian Champagnie said after the Spurs’ road win in Denver.
SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs beat the Denver Nuggets 113-106 on the road and were led by Harrison Barnes’ 20 points. San Antonio also snaps a five-game losing skid.
Stephon Castle scored 15 points and handed out 15 assists. Chris Paul had 17 points and eight assists. Sandro Mamukelashili finished with 16 and 10 rebounds, and Bismack Biyombo recorded seven rebounds. Julian Champagnie finished with 14, and Blake Wesley had 15.
Devin Vassell, Keldon Johnson, and Jeremy Sochan did not play due to injuries. issues.
The Spurs are 32-44 this season and will host the Cavaliers on Friday night.
Here’s a sample of what the Spurs said after the game.
Mitch Johnson:
“I wish we could play all 15 guys at times, and they have fought through the frustration, fought through the human emotions of not getting an opportunity when they are putting in work. And it’s just nice to see them be able to get that opportunity and then capitalize on and take advantage of it.”
“You know guys work hard, day in and day out, obviously Blake (Wesley) been playing a lot but I was really glad to see Malaki (Branham) being aggressive.”
“I think tonight was a good team win. I think a lot of guys are working extremely hard for their moment and the opportunity to get into the basketball game. Obviously, down a lot of bodies, but I was proud of the way that all of the young guys stepped up and made plays.”
Champagnie:
“Everybody played well today, everyone shot the ball, everyone contributed, everybody played defense and everybody played hard. It was pretty cool to see everyone get the chance today and show up.”
Michael Malone: