Spurs and Clippers Set for Rematch After Epic Comeback

Kawhi Leonard's status uncertain as Clippers host Spurs in second of three meetings this season.

Mar. 16, 2026 at 7:26pm

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The San Antonio Spurs and Los Angeles Clippers are set to face off again on Monday night, just 10 days after the Spurs overcame a 25-point deficit in the second half to defeat the Clippers 116-112 in a game that tied for the largest comeback of the NBA season. The Spurs have won 17 of their last 19 games and are looking to snap a six-season playoff drought, while the Clippers have turned their season around after a slow start and currently sit eighth in the Western Conference.

Why it matters

This matchup features two teams heading in opposite directions, with the Spurs surging and the Clippers trying to solidify their playoff position. The outcome could have significant implications for the Western Conference standings, and the potential return of Clippers star Kawhi Leonard from an ankle injury will be a key storyline to follow.

The details

The Spurs overcame a 25-point deficit in the second half to defeat the Clippers 116-112 in their previous meeting, tying for the largest comeback of the NBA season. San Antonio has won 17 of its last 19 games and is looking to snap a six-season playoff drought, while the Clippers have turned their season around after a slow start and currently sit eighth in the West. Clippers star Kawhi Leonard set a franchise record on Saturday by scoring 20+ points in 45 straight games, but left the game with a left ankle injury and is listed as a game-time decision for Monday's matchup.

  • The Spurs and Clippers last met 10 days ago on March 6.
  • Monday's game is the second of three meetings between the teams this season.

The players

Kawhi Leonard

A 14-year NBA veteran who is averaging a career-high 28.3 points per game for the Clippers this season.

LeBron James

The star forward for the Los Angeles Lakers, who are also playing in Monday's NBA tripleheader on Peacock.

Kevin Durant

The star forward for the Houston Rockets, who are also playing in Monday's NBA tripleheader on Peacock.

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