Wembanyama's Playmaking Shines in Spurs' Win

The 7-foot-4 center finished two assists shy of a triple-double in San Antonio's victory over Charlotte.

Mar. 15, 2026 at 12:48am

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San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama had a standout performance in the team's 115-102 win over the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday, finishing with 32 points, 12 rebounds, and 8 assists. Wembanyama's passing, including setting up several lob scores, was a key part of the Spurs' offense. Spurs coach Mitch Johnson praised Wembanyama's growth as a playmaker and his ability to create advantages for his teammates.

Why it matters

Wembanyama's versatile skillset, including his passing and playmaking abilities, have been a major factor in the Spurs' success this season. His performance highlights how the 7-foot-4 center can impact the game in multiple ways beyond just scoring, making him a dominant two-way threat.

The details

Wembanyama assisted on three lob scores, setting up fellow big man Luke Kornet for two in the third quarter and guard Stephon Castle for a two-handed reverse slam late in the fourth quarter. Spurs coach Mitch Johnson said Wembanyama has "really embraced" his playmaking role, understanding how he can "dominate the game and create advantages for others." Wembanyama called his passing "one more weapon" in his arsenal, noting that his "playmaking most of the times happens by rolling and not even touching the ball, getting guys open by my positioning with my gravity."

  • The Spurs defeated the Charlotte Hornets 115-102 on Saturday, March 14, 2026.

The players

Victor Wembanyama

A 7-foot-4 center for the San Antonio Spurs who finished two assists shy of a 32-point triple-double in the win over the Hornets.

Mitch Johnson

The head coach of the San Antonio Spurs who praised Wembanyama's growth as a playmaker.

Luke Kornet

A 7-foot-1 big man for the Spurs who benefited from Wembanyama's passing, catching several lob passes from the star center.

Stephon Castle

A guard for the Spurs who received a two-handed reverse slam from a Wembanyama pass late in the fourth quarter.

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What they’re saying

“It's a huge part of his growth and I think he's really embraced that. Understanding how he can dominate the game and create advantages for others, whether that's screening, passing, spacing.”

— Mitch Johnson, Spurs Head Coach (expressnews.com)

“My playmaking most of the times happens by rolling and not even touching the ball, getting guys open by my positioning with my gravity.”

— Victor Wembanyama (expressnews.com)

“He obviously draws so much attention to him, and he's got such a great sense and feel for the game. His ability to create advantages and have the angle to make the passes is pretty special.”

— Luke Kornet, Spurs Center (expressnews.com)

The takeaway

Wembanyama's well-rounded skillset, including his elite passing and playmaking abilities, make him a dominant two-way force for the Spurs. His performance highlights how the young star can impact the game in multiple ways beyond just scoring, creating advantages for his teammates and leading San Antonio to victories.