Spurs Dominate Pacers: Johnson & Harper Lead in 16th Straight Loss for Indiana

San Antonio cruises to victory as Indiana's struggles continue

Mar. 23, 2026 at 3:27am

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The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Indiana Pacers 134-119 on Saturday night, led by 24 points each from Keldon Johnson and rookie Dylan Harper. The Spurs never trailed in the game as they improved their record to 53-18 on the season. Meanwhile, the Pacers suffered their 16th consecutive loss, dropping their overall record to 15-56 and placing them last in the Eastern Conference.

Why it matters

The Spurs' dominant performance showcases their strength as a team, with their 53 wins marking their most since the 2016-2017 season. In contrast, the Pacers' prolonged losing streak highlights the significant challenges the team is facing, particularly with a high number of injured or questionable players.

The details

All-Star Victor Wembanyama contributed 20 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 5 blocks for the Spurs, while Harper shot 9-for-13 from the field in his first NBA start. Andrew Nembhard led the Pacers with 25 points, and Jarace Walker added 21. The game was marked by injury concerns, with Spurs guard Devin Vassell ruled out before the game due to right hamstring tightness, and Wembanyama initially listed as questionable with a sore right ankle.

  • The game was played on Saturday, March 23, 2026.

The players

Keldon Johnson

San Antonio Spurs forward who scored 24 points in the game.

Dylan Harper

San Antonio Spurs rookie who scored 24 points in his first NBA start.

Victor Wembanyama

All-Star for the San Antonio Spurs who contributed 20 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 5 blocks.

Andrew Nembhard

Indiana Pacers player who led the team with 25 points.

Jarace Walker

Indiana Pacers player who scored 21 points.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

The takeaway

The Spurs' dominant performance showcases their strength as a team, while the Pacers' prolonged losing streak highlights the significant challenges the team is facing, particularly with a high number of injured or questionable players.