Pacers Fall to Spurs in San Antonio

Indiana's losing streak extends to 15 games as San Antonio cruises to victory

Mar. 21, 2026 at 3:49pm

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The Indiana Pacers (15-55) traveled to San Antonio to take on the Spurs (52-19) on Saturday night. The Spurs came away with a comfortable 120-98 win, extending the Pacers' losing streak to 15 games. Center Ivica Zubac suffered a broken rib for the Pacers, which could sideline him for the rest of the season. San Antonio was led by center Victor Wembanyama, who had 34 points and 12 rebounds, including the game-winning jumper.

Why it matters

The Pacers have now lost 15 straight games, continuing their dismal season and raising questions about the team's direction. Meanwhile, the Spurs remain one of the top teams in the Western Conference, led by the impressive play of rookie center Victor Wembanyama.

The details

The Spurs jumped out to an early lead and never looked back, cruising to a 120-98 victory over the struggling Pacers. San Antonio was led by the dominant performance of center Victor Wembanyama, who scored 34 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, including the game-winning jumper. The Pacers were dealt another blow as center Ivica Zubac suffered a broken rib, which could keep him out for the remainder of the season.

  • The game was played on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 8 p.m. ET.
  • The Pacers have now lost 15 straight games.

The players

Victor Wembanyama

The star rookie center for the San Antonio Spurs, who had 34 points and 12 rebounds in the win.

Ivica Zubac

The Pacers' center who suffered a broken rib in the game, which could sideline him for the rest of the season.

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What they’re saying

“We must continue to play hard and find ways to win, despite the injuries and losing streak.”

— Rick Carlisle, Head Coach, Indiana Pacers

“Victor was dominant tonight, and we're going to need that kind of effort from him if we want to make a deep playoff run.”

— Gregg Popovich, Head Coach, San Antonio Spurs

What’s next

The Pacers will look to end their losing streak when they host the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday, March 25th. The Spurs will try to extend their winning streak when they travel to face the Phoenix Suns on Monday, March 23rd.

The takeaway

This game highlighted the stark contrast between the struggling Pacers and the surging Spurs, who are led by the impressive rookie center Victor Wembanyama. The Pacers' losing streak and Zubac's injury are concerning, while the Spurs continue to solidify their position as one of the top teams in the Western Conference.