How did Spurs beat Blazers in Game 4?
Spurs force turnaround with late execution
San Antonio’s playoff comeback over Portland was built on a major second-half swing in Game 4, capped by a 114-93 win that moved the Spurs to a 3-1 series lead.
After trailing 58-41 at halftime, the Spurs tightened the game dramatically in the third and fourth quarters. The turnaround was significant enough to be framed as a franchise playoff milestone, and it underscored that the Spurs weren’t merely hanging around—they were actively erasing the Blazers’ advantage.
Victor Wembanyama’s presence was central to the timing and feel of the comeback. He returned after being unavailable for the prior game while recovering in the concussion-protocol process, and he played a big role in transforming San Antonio’s offense and deterrence at both ends.
The decisive margin in the final score shows that the Spurs’ run wasn’t limited to a few possessions. Instead, the late surge reflected sustained defensive pressure and more consistent scoring against Portland’s sets.
The series context also matters: by winning in such lopsided fashion after a poor first half, San Antonio gave itself a clear path to close the matchup. Portland, conversely, now has to win multiple games without the same safety net that a 2-2 series would provide.
Separately, the Wembanyama storyline stayed in the foreground. Even with his return, there was discussion around his concussion protocol status and how long it kept him sidelined, adding a health-management layer to an otherwise purely basketball-focused result.
Overall, the Spurs’ Game 4 performance combined:
- A sustained second-half adjustment after being down big at the break
- A sizable end-to-end scoring advantage
- A playoff-series impact with Wembanyama back in street clothes the prior game and active here
With San Antonio in front 3-1, the next games will be about whether the Spurs can repeat that level of control rather than chase another comeback from behind.