NBA Recap: Spurs Surge to 8-Game Win Streak, 76ers Snap Hornets' Streak, Pistons' Stifle T-Wolves

San Antonio Spurs dominated the Milwaukee Bucks

The San Antonio Spurs dominated the Milwaukee Bucks 127-95, ending the Bucks' playoff hopes. Victor Wembanyama led the charge with 23 points and 15 rebounds, while Stephon Castle added a triple-double.

Detroit's defense was suffocating, holding Minnesota to 32% FG and a season-high 34 missed threes...

The San Antonio Spurs dominated the Milwaukee Bucks 127-95, ending the Bucks' playoff hopes. Victor Wembanyama led the charge with 23 points and 15 rebounds, while Stephon Castle added a triple-double with 22 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists.

The Spurs' win streak is now at eight games, with Wembanyama and Castle leading the team to a strong performance. Castle's triple-double was a highlight, and Wembanyama's all-around game was impressive, with two steals, six assists, and a blocked shot.

The San Antonio Spurs are on fire, improving to 56-18 and sitting pretty in second place in the Western Conference, just two games behind league leaders Oklahoma City Thunder. They're also making history, clinching their first playoff berth since 2019.

Since February 1, the Spurs have been unstoppable, boasting an impressive 24-2 record and often winning by big margins. This incredible streak has solidified their position as a top contender in the league.

“Taking a lot of pride in it,” Wembanyama said. “Something none of us was used to until recently. It shows a lot of progress. Love it.”

Victor Wembanyama's third season is shaping up to be a breakout year, transforming the Spurs from 22-60 rookies to serious title contenders.

“I guess one big component I have better than my first two years is winning. Now we're a winning team,” he said. “Just trying to enjoy the whole thing and be the best version of myself.”

Wembanyama's confidence is soaring, thanks to the Spurs' lockdown defense – and he's not the only one who's been stepping up defensively.

“I know we're the best defense out there,” Wembanyama said. “We have guys that have shown all season they can adapt quick. They are coachable. We have just a great collective so I've got 100% trust in my teammates.”

Wembanyama dished out a slick behind-the-back pass to set up a Castle slam dunk, and the Spurs were off to a flying start, jumping ahead 46-24 just 2:30 into the second quarter.

The Spurs' dominance was evident, leading 67-45 at half and 102-79 after three quarters. They put the game away with the first 11 points of the fourth, securing the 127-95 victory.

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The Milwaukee Bucks' season has come to an end, with their 127-95 loss to the San Antonio Spurs officially eliminating them from playoff contention. This marks the first time they've missed the playoffs since 2016. Giannis Antetokounmpo, their star player, has been sidelined for six straight games due to a left knee injury.

The Bucks' defeat has had a ripple effect in the Eastern Conference, securing play-in spots for Philadelphia, Charlotte, Orlando, and Miami, who now hold the seventh through 10th spots.

The Philadelphia 76ers ended Charlotte Hornets' five-game winning streak with a 118-114 road win. Joel Embiid led the charge with 29 points, while Paul George added 26 points and 13 rebounds, and Tyrese Maxey chipped in with 26 points.

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— Philadelphia 76ers (@sixers) March 29, 2026

Brandon Miller led the Hornets with 29 points, but it wasn't enough to secure the win. The 76ers' victory secures their position in the Eastern Conference play-in race.

LaMelo Ball's three-pointer put Charlotte ahead 114-112 with 1:24 to play, but the 76ers fought back.

Embiid hit a free throw, George canned a three-pointer, and Maxey added a free throw, putting the 76ers up 117-114 with 31 seconds left.

The Hornets' comeback bid fell short, with Ball missing two potential tying three-pointers and Embiid blocking Miller's attempt. George's free throw sealed the 118-114 win for Philly.

Pistons' D Shines, Stifle T-Wolves 109-87

The Detroit Pistons dominated defensively in a 109-87 victory at Minnesota, the Timberwolves shooting only 32% (27-of-85) from the floor and missing a season-high 34 three-pointers on 9-43 from beyond the arc.

The Pistons, rated second in the NBA defensively behind league-leading Oklahoma City, improved to 5-1 since losing star Cade Cunningham to a collapsed lung.

Tobias Harris led the Pistons with 18 points, and six other players reached double figures in the 109-87 win. The Pistons' strong defensive performance was a key factor in their victory.

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— Detroit Pistons (@DetroitPistons) March 28, 2026

Detroit improved to 54-20, moving 4.5 games ahead of Boston for the top spot in the Eastern Conference. Meanwhile, Minnesota fell to 45-29, a half-game ahead of Houston for sixth place in the West. The Timberwolves were led by Donte DiVincenzo's 22 points, but struggled without Anthony Edwards due to a knee injury.