SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Interstat) — The Sioux Falls Skyforce held off a late surge to defeat the Austin Spurs 116-109 in a G League game Saturday at Sanford Pentagon.

Sioux Falls led by as many as 18 points and maintained a double-digit advantage for much of the night, but Austin cut the deficit to four in the final minutes. The Skyforce sealed the win at the free-throw line.

Josh Christopher led all scorers with 27 points for Sioux Falls. Dain Dainja added 20 points and 11 rebounds. Harrison Ingram paced Austin with 18 points and 10 rebounds.

Sioux Falls improved to 24-19. Austin fell to 28-12. The teams meet again here Sunday.