Leonard, Spurs beat Nuggets for 26th straight win at home

SAN ANTONIO (AP) Kawhi Leonard had 20 points and the San Antonio Spurs rebounded from a rare loss and beat the Denver Nuggets 101-86 on Saturday night to remain unbeaten at home.

San Antonio extended its franchise record for consecutive wins at home to 26, including a record 17 straight to open this season.

The Spurs got off to a sluggish start coming off an 88-84 loss in Houston on Friday night.

Tim Duncan and Manu Ginobili both sat out after playing big minutes in a physical matchup against Houston. The duo's absence enabled the Spurs to show off their depth in another blowout victory at home.

LaMarcus Aldridge had 12 points and nine rebounds, Boris Diaw had 16 points and Tony Parker added 13 points. Boban Marjanovic had 10 points and David West added 10 points and six assists starting in place of Duncan.