De'Aaron Fox, a true veteran, made up for a tough shooting night by knocking down a 16-foot step-back jumper to give the Spurs a 113-108 lead with 12.2 seconds left. He finished with 12 points and a game-high eight assists. Fox's trust in himself and his teammates is unwavering, and it's a key factor in the Spurs' success. 'The trust, it's not even a question,' said Victor Wembanyama. 'That's his identity, so the trust is just complete. We know (he's reliable). As reliable as they get.' Fox's ability to perform under pressure is a testament to his maturity and experience. He's been in big games before, and he knows how to handle the spotlight. 'He's been one of the best closers in this league for the last, I don't know what it is, five to seven years,' said Spurs coach Mitch Johnson. 'He's been a great closer for us. We trust him with the basketball in his hands.'