Wembanyama Dominates as Hawks Continue Winning Streak

March 14, 2026

Victor Wembanyama led the San Antonio Spurs to a decisive victory over the Charlotte Hornets, even as the Atlanta Hawks extended their impressive winning streak to nine games. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia 76ers narrowly escaped with a win against the Brooklyn Nets after a disastrous first half.

Nets Fall Short of Comeback After Sluggish Start: Sixers Prevail

The Brooklyn Nets endured a brutal first half, struggling to find their rhythm offensively. After the first quarter, they trailed by 13 points (16-29), and the deficit ballooned to 25 midway through the second quarter. Philadelphia, playing without Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, wasn’t particularly sharp (50% from the field, 25% from three-point range), but the Nets’ performance was significantly worse.

Brooklyn’s paltry 16 first-quarter points were nearly eclipsed, and they needed a late three-pointer from Josh Minott with 33 seconds remaining in the half to avoid setting a franchise record for the lowest-scoring first half. The franchise record for futility is 29 points, and Minott’s shot helped the Nets reach the break with 31 points on the board. The Sixers had already amassed 53 points by halftime.

The Nets mounted a spirited comeback after the intermission, led by center Danny Wolf and Minott. They chipped away at the lead, and a 25-9 run in the fourth quarter brought them within five points. Though, a timeout called by Nick Nurse couldn’t halt the Nets’ momentum, and a three-pointer from Tyson Etienne with 3:33 left in the game actually put Brooklyn in the lead.

the Sixers’ individual talent proved decisive. Quentin Grimes (28 points, 10-for-22 shooting) took control in the closing minutes, securing the victory for Philadelphia. Justin Edwards (19 points) and rookie VJ Edgecombe (16 points) likewise contributed significantly. For the Nets, Danny Wolf (15 points, 10 rebounds) and Josh Minott (14 points) were the leading scorers.

Hawks Extend Winning Streak with Dominant Performance Against Bucks

The Atlanta Hawks had a much easier time against the Milwaukee Bucks, who were without their star player, Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Hawks, now on a nine-game winning streak – their longest run since the 2014-15 season – controlled the game from start to finish.

Atlanta’s strong rebounding, securing 19 more shot attempts than their opponents, was a key factor in their success. CJ McCollum led the Hawks with 30 points (10-for-18 shooting), while Jalen Johnson recorded his next triple-double with 23 points, 10 rebounds, and 12 assists. Nickeil Alexander-Walker added 20 points.

The Bucks, who have lost four consecutive games and eight of their last ten, were led by Ryan Rollins with 22 points (8-for-11 shooting) and Kevin Porter Jr. Bobby Portis contributed 14 points off the bench.

Wembanyama Shines as Spurs Overpower Hornets

The San Antonio Spurs faced the Charlotte Hornets in a matchup between two of the league’s hottest teams. The Spurs took an early lead, building a double-digit advantage before the Hornets, fueled by a strong performance from Kon Knueppel (17 points in the third quarter), fought back.

A three-pointer from Miles Bridges at the start of the fourth quarter brought the Hornets within four points, but the Spurs responded with a dominant run led by Victor Wembanyama. Wembanyama’s impact on both ends of the court was undeniable, and San Antonio went on a 12-0 run that put the game out of reach with just minutes remaining.

Wembanyama finished the night with a stellar performance, scoring 32 points (13-for-23 shooting, 5-for-9 from three-point range), grabbing 12 rebounds, dishing out eight assists, and blocking three shots. Stephon Castle added 15 points, seven rebounds, and ten assists, posting a game-high plus-minus of +22. De’Aaron Fox contributed 17 points.

For the Hornets, Miles Bridges (22 points) was the leading scorer, followed by Knueppel (20 points) and Coby White (18 points). Brandon Miller struggled from the field, shooting just 2-for-14 and scoring 6 points.

The San Antonio Spurs’ victory over the Charlotte Hornets marked their 20th win of the season, a milestone the team did not reach until January 23 last season, according to reports.

The Atlanta Hawks will look to continue their winning ways as they prepare for their next matchup. The Philadelphia 76ers will aim to build on their narrow victory, while the San Antonio Spurs hope to maintain their momentum with Wembanyama leading the charge.