SAN ANTONIO -- Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry stood at the free-throw line with six seconds remaining and the chance to make history, clinch a come-from-behind victory and silence the deafening roars of the opposing fans.

Curry could not stop smiling. This was his element and he loved it.

The 37-year-old point guard drained two free throws to cap a late rally and Golden State outdueled Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs 109-108 on Friday.

Curry scored 31 of his season-high 49 points in the second half as Golden State improved to 1-1 in the NBA Cup.

Wembanyama had 26 points, 12 rebounds, 4 assists and 3 blocks in 38 minutes, but San Antonio fell to 1-1 in West Group C.

Wembanyama used his 8-foot wingspan to implore the Jackals, the fan group he created, and the sello

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