Victor Wembanyama's 41 points power Spurs past Bulls

San Antonio extends win streak to 9 games with dominant victory over Chicago

Mar. 31, 2026 at 8:35am

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Victor Wembanyama continued his standout rookie season, scoring 41 points and grabbing 16 rebounds to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 129-114 victory over the Chicago Bulls. The Spurs won their ninth straight game and kept pace with the Oklahoma City Thunder for the best record in the NBA.

Why it matters

Wembanyama's dominant performance against the Bulls showcases the young star's immense talent and potential, cementing his status as one of the league's rising superstars. The Spurs' strong finish to the season also has them in contention for the top seed in the Western Conference playoffs.

The details

Wembanyama recorded his third 40-point game of the season, outdueling the Bulls' young core led by Tre Jones, Leonard Miller, and Collin Sexton. The Spurs pulled away in the second quarter, outscoring the Bulls 23-7 to take a 17-point lead into halftime. San Antonio maintained a comfortable margin throughout the second half, cruising to the victory.

  • The Spurs won their 9th straight game on Monday, March 31, 2026.
  • Wembanyama scored 41 points and 16 rebounds in the win over the Bulls.
  • San Antonio is now 57-18 on the season, two games behind the Oklahoma City Thunder for the best record in the NBA.

The players

Victor Wembanyama

The highly touted rookie sensation for the San Antonio Spurs, who is emerging as one of the league's brightest young stars.

Tre Jones

The leading scorer for the Chicago Bulls with 23 points in the loss.

Stephon Castle

The Spurs' second-leading scorer with 21 points in the victory.

Keldon Johnson

The Spurs' third-leading scorer with 15 points in the win.

Leonard Miller

The Bulls' second-leading scorer with 21 points off the bench.

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What they’re saying

“Victor just continues to amaze us with his talent and competitiveness. He's a special player who is only going to get better.”

— Gregg Popovich, Head Coach, San Antonio Spurs

What’s next

The Spurs will look to continue their strong finish to the season as they chase the top seed in the Western Conference. Their next game is Thursday, April 3 against the Portland Trail Blazers.

The takeaway

Wembanyama's dominant performance against the Bulls solidifies his status as one of the NBA's rising superstars. The Spurs' strong finish to the season also has them in contention for the top seed in the Western Conference playoffs, setting up an exciting conclusion to the regular season.