Spurs Dominate Clippers in 118-99 Victory
Thursday, April 2, 2026, 10:30 PM ET · Intuit Dome
San Antonio Spurs 118, LA Clippers 99, 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 118-99 at Intuit Dome on April 2, 2026.
Who was favored in San Antonio Spurs vs LA Clippers?
LA Clippers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -142 (about 59% implied). The underdog won.
The San Antonio Spurs continued their dominance over the LA Clippers with a convincing 118-99 victory at the Intuit Dome. This win marked the Spurs' fourth consecutive victory against the Clippers this season, as they have now swept the series 3-0. The Spurs, boasting a remarkable away record of 59-18, showcased their strength on the road against a Clippers team that has struggled lately, finishing the season with a home record of 39-38.
In their last ten games, the Clippers have been inconsistent, posting a record of 5-5 and averaging 116.3 points scored while allowing 112.7 points. Their recent form includes a loss to the Portland Trail Blazers just days before this matchup, where they fell 104-114. The Clippers' last five games saw them perform slightly better, with a record of 4-1 and an average of 118.6 points scored, but they have been unable to maintain that momentum against stronger opponents like the Spurs. Their home record has been particularly shaky, with a 2-3 mark in their last five home games.
Conversely, the Spurs have been on a tear, winning their last ten games and averaging 124.3 points scored while allowing only 107.1 points. Their recent performance includes a dominant 127-113 victory over the Golden State Warriors just the night before facing the Clippers. The Spurs have been particularly effective on the road, finishing their last five away games with a perfect 5-0 record, scoring an average of 128.4 points.
In terms of injuries, the Clippers were without Jordan Miller due to a shoulder issue, while Bradley Beal and Yanic Konan Niederhauser were listed as day-to-day with hip and foot injuries, respectively. The Spurs had David Jones Garcia as day-to-day with an ankle injury, while Jayden Quaintance was out with a knee problem. The absence of key players for both teams influenced the dynamics of the game.
The betting market reflected the Spurs' strong form, with DraftKings listing the Clippers as 2.5-point favorites. The total for the game was set at 231.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring affair. However, the Spurs quickly established their dominance, leading throughout the game and outpacing the Clippers.
The game conditions were typical for a late-season NBA matchup, with both teams looking to solidify their playoff positions. The Spurs' ability to control the pace and rhythm of the game was evident, as they consistently found open shots and capitalized on the Clippers' defensive lapses.
Key moments in the game included a series of scoring plays in the fourth quarter that showcased the Spurs' offensive prowess. Jordan Miller made a running layup assisted by Kobe Sanders, bringing the score to 112-93. Keldon Johnson followed with a driving layup, further extending the Spurs' lead to 114-93. Despite some late-game efforts from the Clippers, including a driving layup from Kobe Sanders, the Spurs maintained their lead and closed out the game decisively.
This game serves as a reminder of the Spurs' potential as they head into the playoffs, while the Clippers will need to regroup and address their inconsistencies if they hope to make a deep postseason run.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LAC -2.5 | 231.5 o -115 / u -105 | San Antonio Spurs +120 · LA Clippers -142 |
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
- PointsKawhi Leonard24LA Clippers
- AssistsKawhi Leonard5LA Clippers
- ReboundsBennedict Mathurin7LA Clippers
- PointsDe'Aaron Fox22San Antonio Spurs
- AssistsDe'Aaron Fox5San Antonio Spurs
- ReboundsDevin Vassell10San Antonio Spurs
Recent form
LA Clippers
Last 10: 5-5Streak L1116.3 scored · 112.7 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L104-114vs Portland Trail BlazersApr 1
- W127-113at Milwaukee BucksMar 29
- W114-113at Indiana PacersMar 27
- W119-94vs Toronto RaptorsMar 26
- W129-96vs Milwaukee BucksMar 24
- W138-131at Dallas MavericksMar 22
- L99-105at New Orleans PelicansMar 20
- L109-124at New Orleans PelicansMar 19
- L115-119vs San Antonio SpursMar 17
- L109-118vs Sacramento KingsMar 15
San Antonio Spurs
Last 10: 10-0Streak W10124.3 scored · 107.1 allowed per game6-0 away
- W127-113at Golden State WarriorsApr 2
- W129-114vs Chicago BullsMar 31
- W127-95at Milwaukee BucksMar 28
- W123-98at Memphis GrizzliesMar 26
- W136-111at Miami HeatMar 23
- W134-119vs Indiana PacersMar 22
- W101-100vs Phoenix SunsMar 20
- W132-104at Sacramento KingsMar 18
- W119-115at LA ClippersMar 17
- W115-102vs Charlotte HornetsMar 14
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 | 47-88 | 40-93 |
| Field goal % | 53 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 12-31 | 5-27 |
| Three-point % | 39 | 19 |
| Free throws | 12-14 | 14-18 |
| Free throw % | 86 | 78 |
| Rebounds | 48 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 38 | 28 |
| Assists | 30 | 20 |
| Steals | 7 | 8 |
| Blocks | 2 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 22 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 8 |
| Points in the paint | 66 | 56 |
| Fouls | 21 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 26 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 95 | 4 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter83-66Kris Dunn makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter83-67Kris Dunn makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter83-68Bennedict Mathurin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter83-69Bennedict Mathurin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter85-69Keldon Johnson makes 7-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter85-71Jordan Miller makes layup (Bennedict Mathurin assists)
- 3rd Quarter85-73Jordan Miller makes running layup
- 3rd Quarter86-73Luke Kornet makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter87-73Luke Kornet makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter87-75Bennedict Mathurin makes 2-foot layup (Kris Dunn assists)
- 3rd Quarter87-77Bennedict Mathurin makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter87-78Bennedict Mathurin makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter87-80Jordan Miller makes 8-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter88-80Luke Kornet makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-80Luke Kornet makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-82Jordan Miller makes 2-foot layup (Darius Garland assists)
- 4th Quarter92-82Stephon Castle makes 23-foot three point jumper (Devin Vassell assists)
- 4th Quarter94-82De'Aaron Fox makes 12-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter96-82Stephon Castle makes driving layup (Luke Kornet assists)
- 4th Quarter97-82Stephon Castle makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter97-84Darius Garland makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter99-84Stephon Castle makes 1-foot dunk (Luke Kornet assists)
- 4th Quarter99-87Kawhi Leonard makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kris Dunn assists)
- 4th Quarter100-87Devin Vassell makes technical free throw
- 4th Quarter102-87Dylan Harper makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter104-87Stephon Castle makes driving layup (Devin Vassell assists)
- 4th Quarter107-87Dylan Harper makes 23-foot three point jumper (Harrison Barnes assists)
- 4th Quarter110-87Keldon Johnson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dylan Harper assists)
- 4th Quarter110-89Kobe Sanders makes 6-foot two point shot (Bennedict Mathurin assists)
- 4th Quarter112-89Dylan Harper makes driving dunk
- 4th Quarter112-90Bennedict Mathurin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter112-91Bennedict Mathurin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter112-93Jordan Miller makes running layup (Kobe Sanders assists)
- 4th Quarter114-93Keldon Johnson makes driving layup (Harrison Barnes assists)
- 4th Quarter114-95Bennedict Mathurin makes 19-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter114-96Kobe Sanders makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter116-96Harrison Ingram makes driving layup (Jordan McLaughlin assists)
- 4th Quarter118-96Jordan McLaughlin makes 11-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter118-98Kobe Sanders makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter118-99Kobe Sanders makes free throw 1 of 1
Win probability
Above the line favours LA Clippers, below favours San Antonio Spurs.
Venue
- Intuit DomeInglewood, CA
- Attendance17927
- OfficialsBill Kennedy, Curtis Blair, Robert Hussey
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