Banton's Career Night Not Enough as Legends Fall to Spurs
Published on December 13, 2025 under NBA G League (G League)
Texas Legends News Release
Frisco, TX - The Texas Legends (6-7) dropped the first of a back-to-back against the Austin Spurs (12-1) Friday night, falling 138-132 at Comerica Center despite a career performance from Dalano Banton.
Banton led the Legends with a career-high 40 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists, notching first career triple-double while shooting 53.5% from the field. He was one of six Legends in double figures, with Zhaire Smith adding 22 points and Matthew Cleveland posting 18 points and 10 rebounds. Texas shot 51.1% from the field and 42.9% from deep (18-of-42) but couldn't slow down Austin's offensive onslaught.
The Spurs were led by David Jones Garcia, who erupted for 42 points, 11 rebounds, and 4 assists. Harrison Ingram added 21 points and 9 boards off the bench, while Jayden Nunn scored 26.
Despite a 43-point second-quarter surge that gave Texas a halftime lead, the Spurs answered late, outscoring the Legends 40-35 in the fourth to close out the win.
The Legends will look to bounce back Saturday night in the rematch against Austin. Tipoff is set for 7:30 PM CT at Comerica Center.
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