Spurs Defeat Hornets 115-102 at Home
Saturday, March 14, 2026, 3:30 PM ET · Frost Bank Center
San Antonio Spurs 115, Charlotte Hornets 102, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Charlotte Hornets vs San Antonio Spurs?
San Antonio Spurs beat Charlotte Hornets 115-102 at Frost Bank Center on March 14, 2026.
Who was favored in Charlotte Hornets vs San Antonio Spurs?
San Antonio Spurs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -245 (about 71% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at the Frost Bank Center, the San Antonio Spurs secured a 115-102 victory over the Charlotte Hornets, marking their 50th win of the season and maintaining their strong home record. This game was particularly noteworthy as it was the third meeting between the two teams this season, with the Spurs previously losing all encounters, making this victory significant for their confidence. The series is now tied at 1-1 for the current season.
The Spurs entered the game with a home record of 49-18 and had been performing well, boasting an 8-2 record over their last ten games, although they faced a recent setback with a loss to the Denver Nuggets just a day prior. On average, they scored 120.8 points while allowing 111.5 points in their last ten games, indicating a solid offensive performance despite their recent loss. Their last five games showed an even higher scoring average of 127.6 points, suggesting they were capable of explosive offensive displays.
Conversely, the Hornets had an equal record of 34-34 and were also on a roll, winning 8 of their last 10 games. They had a scoring average of 117.6 points and allowed 104.1 points during this stretch, showcasing their ability to both score and defend effectively. The Hornets were coming off a two-game winning streak before facing the Spurs, which included victories over the Sacramento Kings and the Portland Trail Blazers.
In terms of home and away performance, the Spurs had a home record of 4-1 in their last five games, while the Hornets had a strong away record of 6-1 in their last seven away games, indicating that both teams were comfortable playing in their respective environments.
Injuries played a role in this matchup, with the Spurs missing Jayden Quaintance due to a knee injury, while David Jones Garcia was listed as day-to-day with an ankle issue. The Hornets faced similar challenges, with Brandon Miller and PJ Hall both listed as day-to-day, with shoulder and ankle injuries, respectively. The status of these players could have influenced the game's dynamics, particularly for the Hornets, who were relying on their depth to maintain their momentum.
The betting lines from DraftKings indicated that the Spurs were favored by 6.5 points, with a total set at 232.5. The odds reflected a strong belief in the Spurs' home advantage, especially given their strong performance throughout the season.
The game conditions were favorable for both teams, with no extreme weather factors affecting play, allowing for a straightforward contest focused on skill and strategy. Fans were treated to an exciting fourth quarter, where the Spurs pulled away decisively. Key moments included De'Aaron Fox's impressive driving jump shot, assisted by Victor Wembanyama, and a significant three-point shot from Wembanyama himself, which capped off the scoring for the Spurs.
Overall, the Spurs demonstrated their ability to capitalize on home court advantage and bounce back from a recent loss, while the Hornets will need to regroup and address their injury concerns as they look to maintain their playoff positioning.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SA -6.5 | 232.5 o -110 / u -110 | Charlotte Hornets +200 · San Antonio Spurs -245 |
Injury report
- David Jones GarciaDay-To-DayAnkleSan Antonio Spurs
- Jayden QuaintanceOutKneeSan Antonio Spurs
- Brandon MillerDay-To-DayShoulderCharlotte Hornets
- PJ HallDay-To-DayAnkleCharlotte Hornets
Leaders
- PointsVictor Wembanyama32San Antonio Spurs
- AssistsStephon Castle10San Antonio Spurs
- ReboundsVictor Wembanyama12San Antonio Spurs
- PointsMiles Bridges22Charlotte Hornets
- AssistsKon Knueppel3Charlotte Hornets
- ReboundsKon Knueppel6Charlotte Hornets
Recent form
San Antonio Spurs
Last 10: 8-2Streak L1120.8 scored · 111.5 allowed per game4-1 at home
- L131-136vs Denver NuggetsMar 13
- W125-116vs Boston CelticsMar 11
- W145-120vs Houston RocketsMar 9
- W116-112vs LA ClippersMar 7
- W121-106vs Detroit PistonsMar 6
- W131-91at Philadelphia 76ersMar 4
- L89-114at New York KnicksMar 1
- W126-110at Brooklyn NetsFeb 27
- W110-107at Toronto RaptorsFeb 26
- W114-103at Detroit PistonsFeb 24
Charlotte Hornets
Last 10: 8-2Streak W2117.6 scored · 104.1 allowed per game6-1 away
- W117-109at Sacramento KingsMar 12
- W103-101at Portland Trail BlazersMar 11
- L99-111at Phoenix SunsMar 9
- L120-128vs Miami HeatMar 7
- W118-89at Boston CelticsMar 5
- W117-90vs Dallas MavericksMar 4
- W109-93vs Portland Trail BlazersFeb 28
- W133-109at Indiana PacersFeb 27
- W131-99at Chicago BullsFeb 25
- W129-112at Washington WizardsFeb 22
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | - | 36 | L1 | .561 | 46 |
| Orlando | 1 | 37 | L1 | .549 | 45 |
| Charlotte | 2 | 38 | W1 | .537 | 44 |
| Miami | 3 | 39 | W2 | .524 | 43 |
| Washington | 29 | 65 | L10 | .207 | 17 |
| San Antonio | - | 20 | L1 | .756 | 62 |
| Houston | 10 | 30 | W1 | .634 | 52 |
| New Orleans | 36 | 56 | L2 | .317 | 26 |
| Dallas | 36 | 56 | W1 | .317 | 26 |
| Memphis | 37 | 57 | L8 | .305 | 25 |
Box score
| Stat | Charlotte Hornets | San Antonio Spurs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 35-93 | 43-92 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 18-54 | 11-33 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 33 |
| Free throws | 14-17 | 18-21 |
| Free throw % | 82 | 86 |
| Rebounds | 39 | 54 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 39 |
| Assists | 18 | 29 |
| Steals | 7 | 7 |
| Blocks | 10 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 3 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 16 | 20 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 58 |
| Fouls | 21 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 19 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 1 | 95 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter65-79Coby White makes tip shot
- 3rd Quarter67-79Kon Knueppel makes 4-foot two point shot (Ryan Kalkbrenner assists)
- 3rd Quarter68-79Kon Knueppel makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter70-79Coby White makes running layup
- 3rd Quarter70-82Keldon Johnson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Devin Vassell assists)
- 3rd Quarter71-82Kon Knueppel makes free throw 1 of 3
- 3rd Quarter72-82Kon Knueppel makes free throw 2 of 3
- 3rd Quarter73-82Kon Knueppel makes free throw 3 of 3
- 3rd Quarter73-84Carter Bryant makes 1-foot dunk (De'Aaron Fox assists)
- 3rd Quarter73-86Luke Kornet makes tip shot
- 3rd Quarter76-86Grant Williams makes 25-foot three point jumper (Coby White assists)
- 3rd Quarter76-88Luke Kornet makes alley oop layup (Victor Wembanyama assists)
- 3rd Quarter77-88Grant Williams makes free throw 1 of 3
- 3rd Quarter78-88Grant Williams makes free throw 2 of 3
- 3rd Quarter79-88Grant Williams makes free throw 3 of 3
- 3rd Quarter79-90Luke Kornet makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Victor Wembanyama assists)
- 3rd Quarter80-90Coby White makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter81-90Coby White makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter81-91Carter Bryant makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter83-91Moussa Diabate makes 4-foot two point shot (Kon Knueppel assists)
- 4th Quarter85-91Miles Bridges makes 2-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter85-92De'Aaron Fox makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter88-92Miles Bridges makes 23-foot three point jumper (Brandon Miller assists)
- 4th Quarter88-94Keldon Johnson makes 4-foot two point shot (Victor Wembanyama assists)
- 4th Quarter88-96Victor Wembanyama makes layup (Stephon Castle assists)
- 4th Quarter88-98Victor Wembanyama makes alley oop layup (Stephon Castle assists)
- 4th Quarter88-101Devin Vassell makes 27-foot running jump shot (Stephon Castle assists)
- 4th Quarter88-104Carter Bryant makes 23-foot three point jumper (Stephon Castle assists)
- 4th Quarter89-104Kon Knueppel makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-106Luke Kornet makes tip in dunk
- 4th Quarter91-106Coby White makes 8-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter91-108De'Aaron Fox makes 6-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter92-108Miles Bridges makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter93-108Miles Bridges makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter93-110De'Aaron Fox makes 8-foot driving floating jump shot (Victor Wembanyama assists)
- 4th Quarter96-110Miles Bridges makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 4th Quarter96-112Stephon Castle makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Victor Wembanyama assists)
- 4th Quarter96-115Victor Wembanyama makes 26-foot three point jumper (Stephon Castle assists)
- 4th Quarter99-115Coby White makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kon Knueppel assists)
- 4th Quarter102-115Miles Bridges makes 26-foot running jump shot (Sion James assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours San Antonio Spurs, below favours Charlotte Hornets.
Venue
- Frost Bank CenterSan Antonio, TX
- Attendance18861
- OfficialsSean Wright, Leon Wood, Nick Buchert
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