Spurs Edge Clippers in Close Contest at Intuit Dome
Monday, March 16, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Intuit Dome
San Antonio Spurs 119, LA Clippers 115, final. Today's NBA pick is already sealed, as a hash, before kickoff.
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Who won San Antonio Spurs vs LA Clippers?
San Antonio Spurs beat LA Clippers 119-115 at Intuit Dome on March 16, 2026.
Who was favored in San Antonio Spurs vs LA Clippers?
San Antonio Spurs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -340 (about 77% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the San Antonio Spurs defeated the LA Clippers 119-115 at the Intuit Dome. This victory marked the Spurs' third consecutive win over the Clippers this season, extending their lead in the series to 3-0. The Spurs improved their record to 51-18, while the Clippers fell to 34-35.
The game showcased the Spurs' strong recent form, as they entered the contest with an 8-2 record over their last ten games, averaging 120.9 points scored and allowing 111.4 points. They were riding a one-game winning streak, having secured a victory against the Charlotte Hornets prior to this matchup. In contrast, the Clippers had a record of 7-3 in their last ten games, with an average of 121.1 points scored and 112.7 points allowed. However, they were coming off a loss to the Sacramento Kings, which snapped a brief winning streak.
At home, the Clippers had a record of 5-2 in their last seven games, while the Spurs boasted a solid away record of 5-1 in their last six games. This home advantage for the Clippers was somewhat diminished given the Spurs' strong performance on the road. Previous meetings between these two teams this season had seen the Spurs come out on top, including a close 116-112 victory just ten days prior to this game.
In terms of injuries, the Clippers were without Jordan Miller due to a shoulder injury, while Bradley Beal and Yanic Konan Niederhauser were both listed as day-to-day with hip and foot issues, respectively. The Spurs had David Jones Garcia listed as day-to-day with an ankle injury, and Jayden Quaintance was ruled out due to a knee injury.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Spurs favored by 8.5 points, with a total set at 234.5. The moneyline odds were -340 for the Spurs and +270 for the Clippers, reflecting the Spurs' strong season performance compared to the Clippers.
The game conditions were competitive, with both teams showcasing their offensive capabilities. Key moments in the fourth quarter included a driving layup by Darius Garland and free throws from Devin Vassell, which helped the Spurs maintain their lead in the closing minutes. The Clippers made a strong effort to close the gap, but ultimately fell short.
Viewers should have noted the intensity of the rivalry, as well as the individual performances that could influence the playoff picture. The Spurs' ability to execute in clutch moments proved decisive, while the Clippers' struggle to capitalize on their offensive opportunities in the final minutes was a significant factor in the outcome.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SA -8.5 | 234.5 o -110 / u -110 | San Antonio Spurs -340 · LA Clippers +270 |
Injury report
- Jordan MillerOutShoulderLA Clippers
- Bradley BealDay-To-DayHipLA Clippers
- Yanic Konan NiederhauserDay-To-DayFootLA Clippers
- David Jones GarciaDay-To-DayAnkleSan Antonio Spurs
- Jayden QuaintanceOutKneeSan Antonio Spurs
Leaders
- PointsDarius Garland25LA Clippers
- AssistsDarius Garland10LA Clippers
- ReboundsJordan Miller9LA Clippers
- PointsStephon Castle23San Antonio Spurs
- AssistsStephon Castle8San Antonio Spurs
- ReboundsVictor Wembanyama13San Antonio Spurs
Recent form
LA Clippers
Last 10: 7-3Streak L1121.1 scored · 112.7 allowed per game5-2 at home
- L109-118vs Sacramento KingsMar 15
- W119-108vs Chicago BullsMar 14
- W153-128vs Minnesota TimberwolvesMar 12
- W126-118vs New York KnicksMar 10
- W123-120at Memphis GrizzliesMar 8
- L112-116at San Antonio SpursMar 7
- W130-107vs Indiana PacersMar 5
- W114-101at Golden State WarriorsMar 3
- W137-117vs New Orleans PelicansMar 2
- L88-94vs Minnesota TimberwolvesFeb 27
San Antonio Spurs
Last 10: 8-2Streak W1120.9 scored · 111.4 allowed per game3-1 away
- W115-102vs Charlotte HornetsMar 14
- 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
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| LA Lakers | - | 29 | W3 | .646 | 53 |
| Phoenix | 8 | 37 | W1 | .549 | 45 |
| LA Clippers | 11 | 40 | W1 | .512 | 42 |
| Golden State | 16 | 45 | L3 | .451 | 37 |
| Sacramento | 31 | 60 | L1 | .268 | 22 |
Box score
| Stat | San Antonio Spurs | LA Clippers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 43-93 | 43-89 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 10-36 | 11-29 |
| Three-point % | 28 | 38 |
| Free throws | 23-29 | 18-24 |
| Free throw % | 79 | 75 |
| Rebounds | 52 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 22 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 30 | 25 |
| Assists | 25 | 25 |
| Steals | 5 | 11 |
| Blocks | 7 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 19 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 64 | 62 |
| Fouls | 23 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 24 | 14 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 68 | 27 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter90-75Isaiah Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter90-76Isaiah Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter90-78Cam Christie makes driving layup (Jordan Miller assists)
- 3rd Quarter90-80Bennedict Mathurin makes running layup (Kobe Sanders assists)
- 3rd Quarter91-80De'Aaron Fox makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter92-80De'Aaron Fox makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter92-82Jordan Miller makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter94-82Stephon Castle makes 8-foot turnaround jump shot
- 4th Quarter94-84Isaiah Jackson makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter96-84Victor Wembanyama makes 2-foot dunk (Jordan McLaughlin assists)
- 4th Quarter96-86Kobe Sanders makes 5-foot hook shot (Darius Garland assists)
- 4th Quarter98-86Victor Wembanyama makes alley oop layup (Stephon Castle assists)
- 4th Quarter98-89Jordan Miller makes 24-foot three point jumper (Bennedict Mathurin assists)
- 4th Quarter98-91Isaiah Jackson makes 1-foot layup (Darius Garland assists)
- 4th Quarter99-91Devin Vassell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter100-91Devin Vassell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter100-93Isaiah Jackson makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Darius Garland assists)
- 4th Quarter101-93Carter Bryant makes free throw 1 of 3
- 4th Quarter102-93Carter Bryant makes free throw 2 of 3
- 4th Quarter103-93Carter Bryant makes free throw 3 of 3
- 4th Quarter103-95John Collins makes 1-foot reverse layup (Darius Garland assists)
- 4th Quarter105-95De'Aaron Fox makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter105-96John Collins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter105-98Jordan Miller makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter108-98Harrison Barnes makes 24-foot three point jumper (De'Aaron Fox assists)
- 4th Quarter108-100Jordan Miller makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter108-102Bennedict Mathurin makes 2-foot reverse layup (Darius Garland assists)
- 4th Quarter110-102Devin Vassell makes 15-foot pullup jump shot (Victor Wembanyama assists)
- 4th Quarter113-102Stephon Castle makes 27-foot three point jumper (Devin Vassell assists)
- 4th Quarter115-102De'Aaron Fox makes 2-foot floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter115-105Darius Garland makes 26-foot three point jumper (John Collins assists)
- 4th Quarter115-106Darius Garland makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter115-108Jordan Miller makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter115-111Darius Garland makes 26-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter116-111Devin Vassell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter117-111Devin Vassell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter117-113Jordan Miller makes layup (Bennedict Mathurin assists)
- 4th Quarter118-113De'Aaron Fox makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter119-113De'Aaron Fox makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter119-115Darius Garland makes driving layup
Win probability
Above the line favours LA Clippers, below favours San Antonio Spurs.
Venue
- Intuit DomeInglewood, CA
- Attendance17927
- OfficialsPat Fraher, Justin Van Duyne, Evan Scott
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