Victor Wembanyama Hits Game-Winner as Spurs Edge Suns 101-100 | NBA Recap
The San Antonio Spurs delivered one of the most dramatic finishes of the season, escaping with a thrilling 101-100 win over the Phoenix Suns on March 20, 2026.
Wembanyama Seals It in Clutch Fashion
Rising superstar Victor Wembanyama once again proved why he’s one of the league’s most unstoppable forces, knocking down a game-winning jumper with just one second left.
Wembanyama finished with a dominant 34 points and 12 rebounds, carrying the Spurs in crunch time and capping off a stunning late comeback.
Spurs Clinch Playoff Spot in Dramatic Win
With the victory, San Antonio officially secured a playoff berth, ending a six-season postseason drought — a huge milestone for the franchise.
The Spurs also extended their winning streak to four games, continuing their strong push near the top of the Western Conference.
De’Aaron Fox Provides Key Support
De’Aaron Fox played a crucial role with 23 points, including a clutch layup in the final minute that cut the Suns’ lead and set the stage for the game-winner.
San Antonio’s late-game execution and defense ultimately made the difference.
Suns Let It Slip Late
The Suns appeared in control for most of the night, led by:
- Collin Gillespie – 24 points
- Devin Booker – 22 points
Phoenix built momentum early with strong three-point shooting and even held a late lead, but missed opportunities in the final seconds — including missed free throws — proved costly.
The loss drops the Suns further into the Western Conference play-in race.
Game Turning Point
In the final minute:
- Fox scored to cut the deficit
- Spurs forced a turnover and pressure situation
- Suns missed key free throws
- Wembanyama delivered the dagger jumper
A sequence that perfectly summed up San Antonio’s resilience.
Key Stats Snapshot
- Final Score: Spurs 101, Suns 100
- Wembanyama: 34 PTS, 12 REB
- Fox: 23 PTS
- Suns led most of the game but were outplayed late
What This Means
The Spurs are emerging as a serious Western Conference contender, powered by Wembanyama’s superstar leap and clutch performances.
For the Suns, this heartbreaking loss exposes late-game execution issues as they fight to stay out of the play-in zone.
