Spurs Set New 3-Point Record in Win Over Kings

De'Aaron Fox praises Spurs' teamwork after they hit 25 3-pointers in a game

Mar. 18, 2026 at 6:48am

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The San Antonio Spurs set a new franchise record by making 25 3-pointers in their 132-104 win over the Sacramento Kings. Seven Spurs players scored in double figures, led by 12 assists from second-year guard Stephon Castle. Following the game, Kings star De'Aaron Fox commended the Spurs' teamwork and shared ball movement, which has been a key to their success this season.

Why it matters

The Spurs' 3-point shooting performance highlights their balanced offensive attack and ability to get contributions from multiple players. This team-first approach has helped the Spurs establish themselves as a top contender in the Western Conference, with a 51-18 record so far this season.

The details

The Spurs' previous franchise record for 3-pointers made in a game was 24, set against the Milwaukee Bucks in January. In the win over the Kings, the Spurs had 41 assists as a team, showcasing their unselfish style of play. De'Aaron Fox, who finished with 15 points and six assists, praised the Spurs' teamwork and shared mentality, saying "We enjoy playing together. We enjoy seeing each other succeed. So that makes sharing the ball much easier."

  • The Spurs set their new 3-point record in their March 18, 2026 game against the Sacramento Kings.

The players

De'Aaron Fox

The Sacramento Kings star player, who finished with 15 points and six assists in the loss to the Spurs.

Stephon Castle

The second-year guard for the San Antonio Spurs, who led the team with 12 assists in the record-setting win.

Victor Wembanyama

The young Spurs star who is looking forward to his first NBA playoff appearance, though he cautions the team must stay focused on the regular season.

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What they’re saying

“We enjoy playing together. We enjoy seeing each other succeed. So that makes sharing the ball much easier.”

— De'Aaron Fox (Yardbarker)

“It's a lot of anticipating, but we still got to stay in the moment, attack 82 games of the regular season. ... We can't skip steps, but it's definitely super exciting.”

— Victor Wembanyama (Yardbarker)

What’s next

As the playoffs approach, the Spurs will look to continue their strong regular season play and carry that momentum into the postseason. The team's young core, led by De'Aaron Fox and Victor Wembanyama, is eager to make their first playoff appearance together.

The takeaway

The Spurs' record-setting 3-point performance showcases their unselfish, team-first approach that has propelled them to the second-best record in the Western Conference. With contributions from multiple players and a focus on sharing the ball, the Spurs have established themselves as a formidable contender in the NBA this season.